Santander

Santander is the best place to make base for exploring the regions of Cantabria and Asturias. From here you are never more than 3 1/2 hours away from any of the sights and places to visit. Santander is an ancient city with a modern waterfront, lined with cafes, bars and restaurants. Santander has three beaches but most visitors head for the nearby resort of El Sardinero, about 3 km away. From here it's worth visiting the lighthouse from which fantastic views can be had.

Santander has a Cathedral, a fortress-like construction, rebuilt after a fire in 1941. Museums include the Municiple Arts Museum on Calle Rubio and the Regional Prehistoria y Arqueologia Museum on Calle Casimiro. When shopping, look out for the local ceramic works.

Most people will know Santander for it's port, from which passenger and car ferries sail to many destinations.

Sardinero beach

Santander, is the capital of Cantabria. Located on a beautiful bay and flanked by enormous beaches, the city, well designed and elegant, suffered damage during the great fire of 1941. However, today, after careful reconstruction, it can be seen to have recovered all its former charm. The beautiful La Magdalena Palace is the annual site of one of the most important international summer university programs in the world. Its museum houses a valuable collection of paintings from the 17th and 18th centuries.

Santander

Depth 2,5-3,5 m