There is a simple way to start a day in Candás: walking down to the harbor before sunrise. No schedule is needed, no ticket, no booking. Just arriving a little early and letting the coast do the rest.
Many visitors focus on beaches and terraces, but the first light of the day often goes unnoticed. The sky changes quickly. The sea is usually calm. A few fishing boats prepare to leave or return to port. It is a quiet moment, useful for taking photos or simply watching the town wake up.
After sunrise, a short walk along Playa Palmera completes the route. The path follows the water’s edge, with the port on one side and open sea on the other. It is an easy walk, suitable for all ages, and a practical way to stretch your legs before breakfast.
This is not a special event. It is part of everyday life in Candás. And that is exactly why it works: simple, accessible, real.
Practical tips for your morning walk
You do not need professional equipment to capture the sunrise. A mobile phone is more than enough for sharing images or keeping memories. If you enjoy photography, a camera gives more control, but the scene is the same for everyone.
Checking the sunrise time the day before is useful. Arriving ten minutes earlier gives you time to choose a spot and adjust your camera or phone. Weather matters too: clear or partly cloudy skies usually offer the best light. On rainy days, the experience changes, but the coast remains active.
Listening is part of the moment. The sound of the sea against the harbor walls. The first footsteps on the promenade. The engines of boats entering or leaving port. Nothing staged, nothing prepared.
After the walk, cafés open nearby. Some visitors continue exploring the town. Others return to their accommodation. Either way, the day begins with a real view of Candás, not a postcard.
No rush. No program. Just a morning on the coast.