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Santa Lucía de Gordón
Skip as a destination unless you are hiking the mountain paths or tracing mining history; a half-day stop from León is enough.
Santa Lucía de Gordón is a quiet village in the León mountains, once a coal-mining centre. It has a small church, walking trails and a railway station on the León–Gijón line. Most travellers pass through on the way to Asturias or use it as a short break from León (36 km).
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- May–Sep
- avoid Nov–Feb (cold, short days)
- Airports
- LEI · OVD
- Nights
- 0
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 9Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Iberia ↗Plan meals on the Iberian clock: Spanish kitchens serve lunch from about 13:30–14:00 and dinner from 20:30–21:00; Portugal eats an hour or so earlier. Early evenings are for tapas or petiscos, not full meals.
- Iberia ↗Inland Spain and Portugal (Seville, Córdoba, Madrid, the Alentejo) pass 40 °C in heatwaves from late June to August: sightsee before 11:00 and after 18:00, and keep July–August for the coasts and the green north.
- Iberia ↗Andorra and Gibraltar have their own border and customs rules and are reached only through Spain (or France for Andorra); read their pages before adding them, especially if you hold a limited Schengen visa.
- Spain ↗Spain is in the Schengen area. Check the entry rules for your passport on official sources; the EU's Entry/Exit System registers non-EU visitors at the first Schengen border, and further pre-travel authorisation rules are being introduced.
- Spain ↗High-speed trains have airport-style baggage screening at the station and boarding gates that close a few minutes before departure: arrive early.
- Spain ↗Carry your passport or ID: police may ask for it, and hotels must register every guest's document.
- Spain ↗The Alhambra in Granada and the Sagrada Família in Barcelona sell timed tickets that sell out weeks ahead in season; book on the official sites before you fix your dates.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Santa Lucía de Gordón112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Santa Lucía de Gordón, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR, €).Spain-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckEU and EEA plans roam at home prices; UK and other plans may charge — check before you land.Spain-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe across the mainland; it tastes of chlorine in some coastal areas.Spain-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Round up or 5–10% for good service; service is not usually added.Spain-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Spain-wide
- SafetyVery safe; the main risk is cold mountain weather.
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- RestroomsFew public toilets; use bars and cafés (buy a coffee).Spain-wide
- Emergency numbers112 General emergency · 091 National Police · 062 Guardia Civil (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysSmall shops close about 14:00–17:00 and on Sundays; big chains and department stores open all day.Small shops close about 2:00 PM–5:00 PM and on Sundays; big chains and department stores open all day.Spain-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckLEI León Airport (About 40 km (25 mi); limited flights (check).).LEI León Airport (About 25 mi (40 km); limited flights (check).).
- Getting aroundThe village is walkable.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee€1.50–2.50 (≈ US$2–3)
- Street or quick mealBocadillo (sandwich)€4–7 (≈ US$5–9)
- BeerBeer (caña)€1.50–2.50 (≈ US$2–3)
- Budget bedHostel bed in León (day-trip base), a night, per person€18 (≈ US$25)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €30 (≈ US$35) · Mid €50 (≈ US$60) · High €80 (≈ US$95)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- LEI León Airport (About 40 km (25 mi); limited flights (check).) · OVD Asturias Airport (About 120 km (75 mi); more connections.)LEI León Airport (About 25 mi (40 km); limited flights (check).) · OVD Asturias Airport (About 75 mi (120 km); more connections.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Feb
Avoid
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Mar
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Apr
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
May
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jun
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jul
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Aug
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Sep
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Nov
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Dec
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)), coolest Jan (−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C) low), wettest Apr (9 rain days), driest Jul (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Santa Lucía de Gordón: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
8 rd
Feb
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
7 rd
Mar
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
8 rd
Apr
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
9 rd
May
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
9 rd
Jun
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
6 rd
Jul
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4 rd
Aug
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
6 rd
Oct
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
8 rd
Nov
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
8 rd
Dec
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The village is walkable. A car is useful for the surrounding paths; the railway station serves the León–Gijón line.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
León
goDoor to door: About 40 min
Car (36 km (22 mi), 30 min) or train (León–Gijón line, about 30 min)Car (22 mi (36 km), 30 min) or train (León–Gijón line, about 30 min)
Cathedral, tapas bars and the Casa Botines.
Astorga
goDoor to door: About 30 min
Car via N-630, about 30 km (19 mi), 25 minCar via N-630, about 19 mi (30 km), 25 min
Gaudí’s Episcopal Palace and Roman remains.
Door to door: About 1 h
Car via AP-71, about 70 km (43 mi), 50 minCar via AP-71, about 43 mi (70 km), 50 min
Templar castle and the Las Médulas gold mines.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Santa Lucía village
Very few options; most visitors stay in León and day-trip.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €30–50 (≈ US$35–60) excl. bed
- Mid
- €50–80 (≈ US$60–95) excl. bed
- High
- €80 (≈ US$95)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hostel bed in León (day-trip base)1 × 1 night × €18 | €18 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × €30 | €30 |
| Train León–Santa Lucía return1 × €10 · check | €10 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €6 |
| Trip total≈ €64 per person per day, bed included | €64≈ US$75 |
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2026 estimate in euros; day-trip from León, no accommodation needed.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | €1.50–2.50 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Bocadillo (sandwich) | €4–7 (≈ US$5–9) |
| Menu del día | €10–15 (≈ US$12–18) |
| Beer (caña) | €1.50–2.50 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Train León–Santa Lucía single | €5–8 (≈ US$6–10) (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Very few shops and bars; bring supplies.
- The church may be locked outside service times.
- Mountain weather can change quickly; carry layers.
Emergency numbers
- General emergency
- 112
- National Police
- 091
- Guardia Civil
- 062
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My bed tonight
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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please
Emergency
- General emergency112
- National Police091
- Guardia Civil062
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- León → Santa Lucía by train: about €5–8 (≈ US$6–10), 30 min (check)
- León → Santa Lucía by car: about 30 min, 36 km (22 mi)about 30 min, 22 mi (36 km)
Say or show
- Hola — Hello (OH-lah)
- Gracias — Thank you (GRAH-thyahs)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (KWAN-toh KWES-tah)
- ¿Dónde está la iglesia? — Where is the church? (DON-deh es-TAH lah ee-GLEH-syah)
- ¿Puedo pagar con tarjeta? — Can I pay by card? (PWEH-doh pah-GAR kon tar-HEH-tah)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Santa Lucía de Gordón. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep · avoid Nov–Feb (cold, short days) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages with verified opening hours for the church and any remaining bars.
- Walking trail map with GPX download.
- Train timetable fixture for the León–Gijón line.
Sources
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