Casa del Inglés guidebook

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Casa del Inglés guidebook

Places of Historical Interest

Places that have historical interest - places for people who love history and interesting things!
https://farodelcaballo.es/ Parking on Calle Monte - https://goo.gl/maps/UzRvs8xdsy6U6dJZA This 19th-century stone lighthouse at the edge of a cliff is reached via 700 steps. You need good legs for this visit. Although half way down the steps we met an elderly man with two new knees climbing the steps! The surroundings and situation of this lighthouse is the best part, it's a very pretty location. In summer months go early because it gets busy. There is a parking place at the bottom of the road up.
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Ruta Faro Caballo Santoña
25 C. Monte
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https://farodelcaballo.es/ Parking on Calle Monte - https://goo.gl/maps/UzRvs8xdsy6U6dJZA This 19th-century stone lighthouse at the edge of a cliff is reached via 700 steps. You need good legs for this visit. Although half way down the steps we met an elderly man with two new knees climbing the steps! The surroundings and situation of this lighthouse is the best part, it's a very pretty location. In summer months go early because it gets busy. There is a parking place at the bottom of the road up.
http://www.culturaydeporte.gob.es/mnaltamira/home.html This is a very popular cave in the area but not the only one with cave paintings. Check for rules about buying tickets because these are always changing due to COVID
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Altamira-barlang
Avenida Marcelino Sanz de Sautuola, s/n
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http://www.culturaydeporte.gob.es/mnaltamira/home.html This is a very popular cave in the area but not the only one with cave paintings. Check for rules about buying tickets because these are always changing due to COVID
https://palaciomagdalena.com/ Santander has many things to do and this is just one place if you have no agenda and you want to have a walk. We parked at the Northern end of playa El Sardinero and walked the length of the beach to the Palace. It has an impressive building and nice garden area with trees and also a small area with some sea animal enclosures which are free to walk around. There are good views of Playa Somo from the penninsular of Magdalena. Dogs are welcome on a lead.
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La Magdalena palota
1 Av. de la Magdalena
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https://palaciomagdalena.com/ Santander has many things to do and this is just one place if you have no agenda and you want to have a walk. We parked at the Northern end of playa El Sardinero and walked the length of the beach to the Palace. It has an impressive building and nice garden area with trees and also a small area with some sea animal enclosures which are free to walk around. There are good views of Playa Somo from the penninsular of Magdalena. Dogs are welcome on a lead.
https://cuevas.culturadecantabria.com/covalanas-2/
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Cueva de Covalanas (parking)
27 Bo. el Mazo
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https://cuevas.culturadecantabria.com/covalanas-2/
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Pozalagua-barlangok
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Only a couple of Euros to enter, small groups of 6 for the tour, which is very interesting and amazing cave paintings and hand prints to see.
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El Castillo-barlang
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Only a couple of Euros to enter, small groups of 6 for the tour, which is very interesting and amazing cave paintings and hand prints to see.
Visit the bright funky painted lighthouse at Ajo recently painted by local artist Oduka San Miguel. http://www.lighthousesofspain.es/es-es/faros/detalle?idFaro=12
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Faro de Ajo
2500 Av. del Faro
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Visit the bright funky painted lighthouse at Ajo recently painted by local artist Oduka San Miguel. http://www.lighthousesofspain.es/es-es/faros/detalle?idFaro=12
Typical old traditional Cantabrian village. Stunning buildings and a couple of lovely restaurants. Hiking trails nearby. Gets crowded in peak season.
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Bárcena Mayor
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Typical old traditional Cantabrian village. Stunning buildings and a couple of lovely restaurants. Hiking trails nearby. Gets crowded in peak season.

Beautiful Beaches

Cantabria has a wealth of beautiful beaches and they are not all alike! Some are perfect for surfing, some for walks with spectacular cliff top views, 'bufones, sunbathing, beach combing, families, secret coves, interesting rock formations... something for everyone.
Playa de Berria is a large easily accessible beach with good surf. There are many surf schools in the local area operating here.
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Playa de Berria
Playa De Berria
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Playa de Berria is a large easily accessible beach with good surf. There are many surf schools in the local area operating here.
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Noja
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A great place for dogs with shallow calm water frequented by people exercising their horses.
Playa del Regatón
A great place for dogs with shallow calm water frequented by people exercising their horses.
Nudist beach on the Ria del Ajo. A sheltered, sandy suntrap with calm water frequented by those with clothing and those without!
Playa de La Arena - Los Nudistas
Nudist beach on the Ria del Ajo. A sheltered, sandy suntrap with calm water frequented by those with clothing and those without!
Popular city beach, well known for it's surf scene. Great views of Santander and Palace de Magdelena. Lots of shops, bars, restaurants and surf hire close by. It can be crowded and difficult to park during peak season (July/August).
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Somo
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Popular city beach, well known for it's surf scene. Great views of Santander and Palace de Magdelena. Lots of shops, bars, restaurants and surf hire close by. It can be crowded and difficult to park during peak season (July/August).

Sightseeing

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Vörösfa-erdő
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Centro de Interpretación Parque Natural Collados del Asón - Naturea Cantabria
See Wikiloc app or follow the marked trails for hiking routes from this mirador.
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Mirador De La Gándara
5147 Bo. Lavín
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See Wikiloc app or follow the marked trails for hiking routes from this mirador.
Kids will enjoy the lifesize mammoth!. There are pretty walks around woodland as well as a large cave, river and paleolithic park.
Cueva del Valle
19D Lugar Barrio el Cerro
Kids will enjoy the lifesize mammoth!. There are pretty walks around woodland as well as a large cave, river and paleolithic park.
A good hike to the top of Pico Candiano (elevation 700m+) on uneven ground. Great views of the towns of Limpias, Colindres, Treto, Laredo and the rivers Treto and Limpias.
Pico Candiano
A good hike to the top of Pico Candiano (elevation 700m+) on uneven ground. Great views of the towns of Limpias, Colindres, Treto, Laredo and the rivers Treto and Limpias.
Salt Marshes and wetlands provide a host of nature activity - a favourite with birdwatching enthusiasts. https://redcantabrarural.com/post-portfolio/c-i-del-p-n-marismas-de-santona-victoria-y-joyel/ http://molinodeargonos.com/
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Santoña, Victoria és Joyel Természetvédelmi Terület
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Salt Marshes and wetlands provide a host of nature activity - a favourite with birdwatching enthusiasts. https://redcantabrarural.com/post-portfolio/c-i-del-p-n-marismas-de-santona-victoria-y-joyel/ http://molinodeargonos.com/
Spectacular views of the mountains and coastline with many options for hiking and mountain biking routes. Usually very quiet and undiscovered by tourists! A MUST for watching a good sunset and possible to drive almost to the top.
Ermita de las Nieves
40A Diseminado Landeral
Spectacular views of the mountains and coastline with many options for hiking and mountain biking routes. Usually very quiet and undiscovered by tourists! A MUST for watching a good sunset and possible to drive almost to the top.
Boat trips around and between Laredo and Santona. A good way to see the coastline from the water! https://www.excursionesmaritimas.com/
Marine Excursions St. Clara de Asís. VILLA FUICA
s/n P.º Pereda
Boat trips around and between Laredo and Santona. A good way to see the coastline from the water! https://www.excursionesmaritimas.com/
The village with the legend! Visit the home of the 'Hombre Pez' and enjoy a scenic walk around the cobbold streets of this pretty Cantabrian village. https://www.turismodecantabria.com/descubrela/municipios/13-destino
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Liérganes
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The village with the legend! Visit the home of the 'Hombre Pez' and enjoy a scenic walk around the cobbold streets of this pretty Cantabrian village. https://www.turismodecantabria.com/descubrela/municipios/13-destino

Food and Drink

Local bars, restaurants, Bodegas and Sidrerias
Local bodega.
Bodegas Vidular
7 Bo. Vidular
Local bodega.
Local business making Cantabrian sidra, juices, wines and food. https://45amigos.com/
45 Amigos
14 Calle El Arruyo
Local business making Cantabrian sidra, juices, wines and food. https://45amigos.com/
Local bar with good food and snacks.
Romy Bar Badames
38 Barrio la Somadilla
Local bar with good food and snacks.
Michelin Star dining. http://www.restaurantesolana.com/
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Restaurante Solana
11 La Bien Aparecida
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Michelin Star dining. http://www.restaurantesolana.com/
Creative and market cusine. https://www.restaurantelayaya.com/es/
La Yaya
10 Avenida Santander
Creative and market cusine. https://www.restaurantelayaya.com/es/
Michelin Star dining http://labicicletahoznayo.com/
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Restaurante La Bicicleta
12 La Plaza
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Michelin Star dining http://labicicletahoznayo.com/
Local bar with good food and snacks.
Bar el picon
Local bar with good food and snacks.

Activity Outing

Outdoor activities
Activities for thrill seekers!
VotoAventura
s/n San Pantaleón de Aras
Activities for thrill seekers!
Horse riding school at the local beach. A lovely place to ride a horse!
Riding The Regatón
3 Ctra. al Camping Playa Regatón
Horse riding school at the local beach. A lovely place to ride a horse!
Great guided canoe trips down the Ason River. All equipment is provided as well as photos of your journey.
Canoason Turismo Activo
Calle Doctor Antonio Ruiz Ruiz
Great guided canoe trips down the Ason River. All equipment is provided as well as photos of your journey.
Take in the scenery and surroundings of this beautiful area by bicycle. Don't worry if your fitness isn't Olympic grade, e-bikes and safety equipment are included in the price of these wonderful tours which take in some beautiful spots around the area. https://www.e-xperiencias.com/
IberoCycle
2 Local 10 Lugar Urbanización Mies del Calero
Take in the scenery and surroundings of this beautiful area by bicycle. Don't worry if your fitness isn't Olympic grade, e-bikes and safety equipment are included in the price of these wonderful tours which take in some beautiful spots around the area. https://www.e-xperiencias.com/

Neighbourhoods

A pretty village, a little touristy at peak holiday season but nonetheless very worth a vist.
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Santillana del Mar
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A pretty village, a little touristy at peak holiday season but nonetheless very worth a vist.
Cartes

Dog Friendly Places

Large sandy beach where dogs are welcome all year round. (Be sure to pass the 'dog beach' sign on the road at the 'Punta del Brusco'/Berria end of Trengandin.
Playa Trengandín, zona habilitada para perros.
Large sandy beach where dogs are welcome all year round. (Be sure to pass the 'dog beach' sign on the road at the 'Punta del Brusco'/Berria end of Trengandin.
Local river location where dogs can cool off with a swim, quiet local roads for a peaceful walk. Put the following coordinates into Google Map search. 43.34979400828906, -3.5325929133466105
Secadura
Local river location where dogs can cool off with a swim, quiet local roads for a peaceful walk. Put the following coordinates into Google Map search. 43.34979400828906, -3.5325929133466105
A great place for dogs with shallow calm water frequented by people exercising their horses.
Playa Regaton
A great place for dogs with shallow calm water frequented by people exercising their horses.