The park was the former private estate of the Marquises of Ferrera, occupying land that dates back to the early 17th century.
The palace building adjacent to the park has been repurposed into a luxury hotel while maintaining its historic baroque facade.
The park design incorporates a significant collection of mature trees, including specimens that are over a century old.
It is one of the few urban parks in Spain that retains a clear distinction between formal 'palace' gardening and 'wild' forest paths within the same enclosure.
The park houses various permanent art installations, including monuments commemorating local figures in Avilés history.
Parque de Ferrera is a 14-hectare public park located in the center of Avilés, serving as the city's largest green space. The grounds originally functioned as the private garden for the Palacio de Ferrera, a 17th-century aristocratic residence. The park features a blend of formal English-style gardens and naturalistic woodland areas with diverse native flora. A stone wall surrounds the property, demarcating the transition between the urban historical center and the landscaped grounds. The park contains a variety of sculptures, winding pedestrian paths, and a central pond inhabited by waterfowl. It acts as a major ecological corridor and recreational hub for local residents. Multiple access gates exist, connecting the park to the medieval quarter and nearby institutional buildings.
The elevated stone terrace overlooking the formal gardens with the palace facade in the background.
Enter from the main gate near the Palacio de Ferrera to appreciate the transition from palace architecture to formal gardens.
Bring a light jacket as the dense canopy and proximity to the coast can lead to temperature drops in the late afternoon.
Follow the outer perimeter path to reach the elevated sections for views overlooking the lower forest canopy.
Do not attempt to feed the waterfowl, as this disrupts the ecosystem and is prohibited by park regulations.
Stay on marked paths to preserve the park's vegetation and respect nesting areas for local bird populations.
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