Discover the best motorhome route through Cantabria
Coasts bathed by the Cantabrian Sea and mountain landscapes with a palette of colours in which green and blue are the stars of the show: Cantabria, a jewel of northern Spain where nature, exquisite gastronomy and enchanting villages come together to create a perfect destination for your motorhome trip.
102 municipalities among which there are beautiful medieval villages and wonderful fishing villages with a lot of history. Which ones will you choose for your motorhome route through Cantabria? They all have their charm, but here are 10 of the most beautiful places to visit.
10 corners of Cantabria to discover
A motorhome route through Cantabria that will not leave you indifferent. This is one of those trips that create beautiful memories that are never forgotten. A perfect destination to travel with your family, as a couple, alone or even with your pet.
Travelling by motorhome allows you to do just that: adapt the trip to your needs and the time you have. You will be able to travel through Cantabria with a tailor-made itinerary and enjoy each place while feeling at home.
Would you like to venture into the world of Caravanning? We invite you to get to know our wide range of Benimar motorhomes with a wide variety of low profile, A-class,luton and camper van style motorhomes. In addition, many models are ready to travel thanks to our UP version!
If you already have a motorhome, take note of these 10 places in Cantabria that you must visit.
Potes
We start our route in Potes, one of the most visited, well-known villages in Cantabria due to its beauty and location. Located in a spectacular natural enclave in the Liébana region, where the Deva and Quiviesa rivers meet.
Get to know this place, which is full of history; its old town has been declared of Cultural Interest and you can visit it thanks to the many bridges that connect its streets.
Recommended overnight stay: La Viorna Camping. Open from 1 April to 1 November. 101 spaces. Wastewater emptying, chemical toilet emptying and change of water facilities.
Comillas
Declared a Historic-Artistic Site, Comillas is one of the most touristic places in Cantabria, both due to its cultural attractions such as Gaudí's El Capricho, the Sobrellano Palace and the Pontifical University, as well as due to its spectacular beach.
Recommended overnight stay: Comillas Camping. Open from 1 June to 1 October 100 spaces. Wastewater emptying, chemical toilet emptying and change of water facilities. Located near the sea.
Santillana del Mar
It is said that Santillana del Mar is neither holy nor has the sea. It is one of the most special villages in Cantabria, with its cobbled streets, small craft stores and convent where you can buy typical sweets. A few kilometres away we find the National Museum and Research Centre of Altamira, a point of interest and a mandatory visit if you visit the area.
Recommended overnight stay: option 1. Mixed parking area on calle Jesús Otero. Option 2 The motorhome facility of Puente de San Miguel is 10 minutes away. 10 spaces. Free Maximum authorised stay 72 hours. Camping items cannot be used.
Suances
One of the most beautiful beaches in Cantabria is in Suances, known as Playa de los Locos, it is easily recognisable as it is surrounded by high cliffs. Its strong current and large waves make it a favourite for surfers from all over the world.
In addition Suances was known as Portus Blendium by the ancient Romans; you can not miss visiting its old town and the other neighbouring beaches, which are not as famous but just as special. Recommended overnight stay: La Bárcena parking area. No change of water service.
Cabezón de la Sal
This area is known for its extraordinary redwood forest, one of the most beautiful and extensive in all of Spain. An area of wilderness that seems to belong to another era. Inside you can breathe in the most absolute silence and together with the faint light coming from the tall trees, this creates a unique atmosphere.
No overnight stay. Place to visit and pass through.
Bárcena Mayor
Bárcena Mayor is the only population centre included in the Saja Besaya Natural Park and is therefore considered one of the most beautiful places in Cantabria. Surrounded by a unique landscape, in which its cobblestone streets and 16th century building that have been awarded the distinction of Historic-Artistic Site.
Recommended overnight stay: Mixed local parking area. Free 10 spaces. No change of water service.
Santander
Santander, Cantabria’s capital, is of particular mention due to its history and many places to visit:
Do not miss:
- The Sardinero, its promenade and most popular area.
- Grand Casino at the Plaza de Italia.
- Viewpoint of the Piquío Gardens.
- Mesones Park.
- Cabo Mayor Lighthouse
- Magdalena Peninsula
- Río de la Pila Funicular.
- Palacio de Festivales, the Planetarium and the CEAR de Vela Príncipe Felipe (Príncipe Felipe Specialist High Performance Centre for Sailing).
- Its beaches.
Recommended overnight stay:
- Marina parking area.
- Las Llamas motorhome area. 25 spaces. The maximum authorised stay is 48 hours.
Noja
Two essential plans to do in Noja: enjoy its spectacular sunsets and visit its beaches at low tide to stroll along them while enjoying magical views.
Recommended overnight stay: Arnuero motorhome area. Less than 10 minutes from Noja. 15 spaces. Free The maximum authorised stay is 48 hours. Camping items cannot be used.
Laredo
Known for having one of the longest and most beautiful beaches in the region: La Salvé, a huge sandy area of five kilometres. In addition to its wide range of leisure and tourism offering.
A town worth visiting divided into three distinct sectors: La Puebla Vieja and El Arrabal, the Ensanche area, and the extension of the latter to El Puntal.
Recommended overnight stay: parking area on avenida de los Derechos Humanos.
Castro Urdiales
We finish the motorhome route through Cantabria in Castro Urdiales, a place with the charm of a traditional, maritime village bordered by three magnificent beaches: Urdiales, El Fraile and Brazomar.
Of medieval origin, its old town was recognised as a Historic Site in 1978. Walking through its streets, seeing its monuments and buildings is something you can't miss.
Recommended overnight stay: mixed parking area at Dicido beach or the parking area at Amestoy Park.
Have you taken note of everything? Undoubtedly, this is a motorhome route that you will love. Travelling with your Benimar will make you enjoy not only this magical, special destination but also the whole trip and every stop along the way, making your getaway something unique and incomparable.