Nearest Supermarkets & Sunday Shopping - Casona Azul Llue Guide
🌿 Part of your Asturias Vacations guest experience
Getting groceries sorted from Casona Azul Llue gives you two good options - Villaviciosa for the full selection or Colunga for quick in-and-out shopping. Here's where to shop and the Sunday reality check you need.
🛒 Best Supermarket Options
Alimerka Colunga - Quick & Easy
📍 Address: Colunga town center
🚗 Distance: 10-12 minutes from Casona Azul Llue
🅿️ Parking: At the back - can be hectic but usually get a space
⏰ Hours: Monday-Saturday varies | Sunday opening uncertain
Why it works: Easy in-and-out when you need something quick. Good selection without the full supermarket experience.
What to buy here: Quick shops, essentials, local products, when you don't want the full Villaviciosa trip.
Mercadona Villaviciosa - Full Shopping
📍 Address: Calle Alejandro Casona, 15, Villaviciosa
🚗 Distance: 15 minutes from Casona Azul Llue
🅿️ Parking: Large car park - easiest access
⏰ Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:00-21:30 | CLOSED SUNDAYS
Why it works: Mercadona has the easiest parking, good prices, and reliable quality. They stock packaged meats (no butcher counter), excellent fresh produce, and their own-brand wines are decent value.
What to buy here: Main weekly shop - fresh produce, packaged meats, household essentials, wine selection.
Alimerka Villaviciosa - Local Specialties
📍 Address: San Juan 41 (Amandi area), Villaviciosa
🚗 Distance: 15 minutes from Casona Azul Llue
⏰ Hours: Monday-Saturday varies | Sunday opening uncertain
Why it's special: Alimerka stocks authentic Asturian products plus has a proper butcher counter and fresh fish section. The delicatessen section has excellent local cheeses and traditional sausages.
What to buy here: Fresh fish, butcher-cut meats, delicatessen cheeses and sausages, regional cider, local specialties you won't find elsewhere.
🏪 Independent Local Shops & Markets
Villaviciosa Village
Independent Greengrocers: Several throughout Villaviciosa village center with better quality fruit and vegetables than supermarkets, plus seasonal local produce.
Traditional Butchers: Multiple butcher shops in village center offering superior meat quality, traditional cuts, and expert advice.
Local Bakeries: Throughout village center for fresh daily bread, traditional Asturian pastries, and regional specialties.
Fresh Markets: Daily except Sundays, with Wednesday being the special market day. Check our Villaviciosa Weekly Market Guide for full details.
Colunga
Local Butchers: A couple of traditional butchers in town center offering quality meats and local cuts.
Colunga Market: Check our Colunga Market Guide for market days and local vendors.
Llastres
Fresh Fish Market: For the ultimate fresh fish experience, visit Llastres market for daily catches. See our Llastres Market Guide for times and what to expect.
Alvapan Bakery - Caravia
Just a short drive from Casona Azul Llue, Alvapan in nearby Caravia has built a reputation as one of the region's finest bakeries. Their artisanal breads, traditional Asturian pastries, and innovative seasonal creations make it worth the trip for special occasions or when you want exceptional baked goods. The family-run bakery combines traditional techniques with modern quality standards. Read our complete Alvapan Bakery guide for opening hours, specialties, and what not to miss.
⚠️ Sunday Shopping Reality
Important: Don't trust Google opening hours for Sunday supermarket shopping. Most major supermarkets stay closed on Sundays despite what appears online.
Saturday arrivals: Shop immediately after check-in for Sunday supplies.
Sunday Emergency Options
Repsol Carlos Ciaño Canto - N-632 Km 43
⏰ Hours: Daily 7:00-23:00 (including Sundays)
Basic groceries, bread, milk, emergency supplies
Repsol Cervantes 39 - Villaviciosa center
⏰ Hours: Monday-Saturday 7:00-21:00 | Sunday 8:00-15:00
Basic selection, closer to village center
Repsol N-632 Highway - Just outside Villaviciosa on N-632 at Km 41.4
Basic selection, convenient if traveling
💡 Shopping Tips
Stock up Saturday: Sunday breakfast essentials, easy meals, local cider
Quick trips: Colunga Alimerka for essentials when you don't want the full Villaviciosa experience
Full shopping: Villaviciosa for main shops and specialty items
Navigation: Use GPS coordinates below - supermarkets aren't signposted from main roads
For fresh local produce: Visit Villaviciosa fresh markets - daily except Sundays, with Wednesday being the special market day. Check our Villaviciosa Weekly Market Guide for full details.
🐟 Fresh Fish Delivery
Twice weekly (Tuesdays and Saturdays), Bernard from Pescadería Llastres brings fresh fish directly from the coast to Casona Azul Llue. Order 24 hours ahead via WhatsApp for the freshest catch. Read our complete fish delivery guide for ordering details and what to expect.
During Your Stay:
Visit Villaviciosa markets - daily except Sundays, with Wednesday being the special market day. Check our Villaviciosa Weekly Market Guide for full details
Check out Llastres market for fresh fish - see our Llastres Market Guide
Try Colunga market for local produce - see our Colunga Market Guide
Order fresh fish delivery for special meals
Explore independent butchers in Villaviciosa or Colunga for special cuts
Visit Alvapan bakery in Caravia for exceptional artisanal breads and pastries
📍 Getting There from Casona Azul Llue
To Colunga: 10-12 minutes - quick and easy for essentials
To Villaviciosa: 15 minutes - full shopping options
Traffic: Rarely an issue
Navigation: Use GPS coordinates below - supermarkets aren't signposted from main roads
GPS for Easy Navigation:
Mercadona Villaviciosa: 43.4847, -5.4403
Alimerka Villaviciosa: 43.4831, -5.4281
Alimerka Colunga: [Add coordinates when available]
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