Can you imagine exploring Santander through the eyes of the writers who loved it? This city is not just sea and palaces: it’s also poetry, history, and living literature. Today, we invite you on a unique journey to discover Santander in a different way: a literary route, step by step.
Get ready to walk, dream, and read your way through squares, libraries, and corners brimming with words.
Cantabria is a land of contrasts, where mountains meet the sea, valleys hide charming villages, and nature takes center stage. And there’s no better way to explore this diversity than on two wheels.
Whether you're a cycling enthusiast or simply looking for a healthy, different way to travel through the region, here are the best cycling routes in Cantabria — from family-friendly paths to challenges for experienced riders.
Get your bike ready and come experience Cantabria by bike.
Cantabria offers a unique experience for those looking to disconnect and dive into nature, adventure, and play.
Are you ready to get lost?
In Cantabria, where nature, art, and fun come together, you’ll find three unique labyrinths inviting you to enjoy something different. Designed for all ages, these spaces are perfect for a day of adventure with friends, your partner, or the whole family.
Cantabria is a land of contrasts, with wild beaches, endless mountains, and charming villages. But beyond the places everyone visits, there is a hidden Cantabria, full of secret spots that don’t appear in travel guides and allow you to connect with nature, the landscape, and the people of our region in a truly authentic and unique way. Today we’ll take you through six of these secret landscapes, perfect for curious travelers and lovers of the unconventional. Are you coming?
Santander, known for its stunning bay and maritime atmosphere, is also home to a variety of parks and gardens that offer spaces of tranquility and natural beauty. These green corners are perfect for strolling, relaxing, and connecting with nature without leaving the city. Below, we invite you to discover some of the most iconic ones.
Fly to Cantabria, Spain: a top travel destination for surfing, hiking, skiing, and food lovers. Discover coastal beauty, mountain landscapes, rich culture, and direct flight connections from 20 European cities.
Explore Cantabria through the lens of pareidolia with #ISeeFacesCantabria. Discover stunning rock formations across the region that look like faces—camels, gorillas, owls, and more—while visiting iconic natural landmarks in Santander, Liencres, Castro Urdiales, Cóbreces, and Liérganes.
Costa Quebrada, located on the northern coast of Cantabria, Spain, has been officially recognized as part of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network. This prestigious designation celebrates the region’s geological heritage and unique coastal landscapes, spanning 10 miles of dramatic cliffs, arches, and ancient rock formations. Visitors can explore "geology in action" with guided tours that highlight millions of years of Earth's history.
After getting through (almost the whole of) spring, we realise that this season has been a physical and personal challenge. It’s the perfect time to return to our healthy routines, but in an even more fun way!
The Pasiegos Valleys, known as the Valles Pasiegos in Spanish, are a natural wonder found in Cantabria, made up of 3 main valleys: Pas, Miera and Pisueña.
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