Caravan trips in Cantabria

Motorhome Tours in Cantabria

Cantabria is a true paradise for those who wish to explore the world aboard a motorhome. With its privileged geographical location, between the Cantabrian Sea and the mountains of the Picos de Europa, this Spanish autonomous community is the perfect setting to enjoy the outdoors. The diversity of landscapes ranging from pristine beaches to green mountain valleys makes each trip unique.

What Beautiful Motorhome Routes are there in Cantabria?

Among the most beautiful routes that you can do with your motorhome are:

• Coastal Route: Starting from Santillana del Mar towards San Vicente de la Barquera, you can enjoy spectacular ocean views while touring charming coastal towns such as Comillas and Suances. The beaches are ideal to stop for a rest or to practice water sports.
• Route through the Picos de Europa: This route is perfect if you are looking to get into the mountains. Leave from Fuente Dé and continue to emblematic places such as Potes and Mogrovejo. Here you will find several camping sites where you can camp surrounded by pure and impressive nature.
• Cultural Route: You should not only focus on nature; you can also choose to visit historical towns such as Castro Urdiales and Santander, where you will discover fascinating architectural monuments along with an irresistible gastronomic offer.

Campsites Available

Cantabria has more than 30 campsites strategically distributed throughout the region, offering different types of services adapted to both those who travel with caravans and those who prefer to travel with motorhomes. These campsites offer plots equipped with electricity, drinking water and some even have additional facilities such as swimming pools or local restaurants where you can taste typical Cantabrian dishes. In addition, many campsites are located near natural parks or important tourist areas, which makes it very easy to plan outdoor activities during your stay.

Outdoor Activities

Traveling by motorhome not only means moving around; it also means having direct access to multiple outdoor sports activities that are very popular among adventurous visitors:

• Hiking: The trails around the Saja-Besaya Natural Park offer routes suitable for both beginners and experts; you will see unique flora as well as local fauna during your walks.
• Surfing: If you are fond of surfing do not hesitate to visit some internationally recognized beaches such as Somo or Loredo; here you will have perfect waves almost all year round thanks to favorable weather conditions.
• Cycling: For those passionate about cycling there are specifically designed routes where you can cycle while simultaneously enjoying the rural Cantabrian landscape without worrying about excessive vehicular traffic due to its low population density outside major cities.