Castañedo (Grado)
Parish
Castañedo (Grado)
Coordinates: 43°23′53″N 6°04′04″W / 43.398056°N 6.067778°W / 43.398056; -6.067778
Country	Spain
Autonomous community	Asturias
Province	Asturias
Municipality	Grado
Population
• Total	251 (as of 2,007 INE)

Castañedo is one of 28 parishes (administrative divisions) in the municipality of Grado, within the province and autonomous community of Asturias, northern Spain.

Castañedo is a rural parish characterized by hilly terrain and a mix of agricultural and residential areas. It is part of the larger Grado municipality, known for its rich cultural heritage and traditional Asturian architecture.^[1]

The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, livestock farming, and small-scale artisanal production. The region is also known for its dairy farming and apple orchards, which contribute to the production of Asturian cider.^[2]

As of 2007, the population of Castañedo was recorded at 251 inhabitants, with a trend of gradual population decline due to urban migration.^[3]

Castañedo comprises several small villages and hamlets, including:

• Barrio Azul
• El Bravuco
• Bustiello
• Cadenado
• Campo del Cura
• Casas de Abajo
• Foyaca
• La Matiega
• La Quintana
• Molinos de Agosto
• Morana
• Picaroso
• Terrero
• Vistalegre

The parish is home to several historic buildings and sites of cultural significance, including traditional Asturian granaries (hórreos) and chapels.^[4]

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