Valdés

Valdés is a Spanish surname and toponym. It may refer to several places in the Spanish-speaking world and to people bearing the surname.

Valdés, Asturias: A municipality in the northwest of Spain, in the autonomous community of Asturias. It lies on the Cantabrian coast. The municipal capital is the fishing town of Luarca. The area is known for its coastal landscapes and rural heritage.

Península Valdés: A peninsula on the Atlantic coast of northern Patagonia, in Chubut Province, Argentina, near Puerto Madryn. It is renowned for its wildlife, including marine mammals and penguins, and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999.

Valdés (surname): The surname is of Spanish origin, toponymic from places named Valdés in Asturias. It is common in Spain and in Latin American countries. Notable people include Víctor Valdés (born 1982), a Spanish former professional football goalkeeper who played for FC Barcelona and the Spain national team.