Auction of the Campanu of the Sella | First Salmon, Record Price, and Asturian Tradition

🎣 Every year, the eagerly awaited Auction of the Campanu of the Sella is held, celebrating the first salmon of the season caught in the iconic Sella River in Asturias.

📍 The auction traditionally takes place on the Roman Bridge of Cangas de Onís at 6:00 pm (the day depends on the actual catch, so it doesn’t always fall on the opening day of the salmon season).

💶 It’s conducted with open outcry bidding, featuring well-known hoteliers and restaurateurs who compete fiercely to acquire this prized specimen. Bids have exceeded €10,000, making the Campanu a true gastronomic treasure.

📸 The event draws media outlets, locals, tourists, and fishing enthusiasts who gather to witness this unique moment on the Asturian calendar.

🔍 On this page you can find all the details:

• Year of the auction

• Name of the angler

• Fishing zone and weight of the catch

• Final price and buyer

• Winning town and restaurant

🚫 In 2020, the auction was not held in person due to the COVID-19 health crisis—an exceptional event in its recent history.

🌟 The Campanu of the Sella not only marks the start of the season but also symbolizes a tradition that embodies natural, culinary, and cultural heritage.

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