Cantabria is a region famous for the richness and spectacular nature of its natural spaces.
The Cabárceno Nature Park is only 14 km from our hotel and is a pleasure for nature lovers. The caves of El Soplao and El Castillo are famous for their spectacular eccentric formations – the first – and the Palaeolithic cave art – the second – that will delight young and old. The beaches of Somo and Loredo attract the most demanding surfers and are, without a doubt, one of the most famous beaches in Cantabria.
CABÁRCENO NATURE PARK
14 km · 20 min
The Cabárceno Nature Park, a natural attraction for visitors from all over the world, is located 14 km from Los Guardeses. Ancient mining area of spectacular beauty for its karstic landscape, is considered one of the most spectacular reserves of animals in semi-freedom in Europe.
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CAVES OF EL SOPLAO
86 km · 60 min
The cave El Soplao, discovered in the early twentieth century, is considered one of the great wonders of geology, treasuring an authentic paradise of speleothems. It is a delight for all who come to visit, who can enjoy a journey that will be overwhelmed by the spectacular, abundance and diversity of its eccentric formations, which are what make El Soplao a unique cavity.
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CAVE OF EL CASTILLO
21 km · 28 min
The caves of Monte del Castillo, located in Puente Viesgo, is a set of four caves declared World Heritage by UNESCO in 2008. Of the four, two are open to the public: El Castillo and Las Monedas. The cave of El Castillo is one of the most significant collections of Paleolithic rock art in Europe. Its interior represents an authentic “monograph of Palaeolithic rock art”.
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SOMO AND LOREDO BEACHES
12 km · 18 min
12 km from the hotel is the municipality of Ribamontan al Mar. Famous for having recently received recognition as the First Surf Reserve in Spain, it has spectacular beaches of golden sand and giant waves such as Somo and Loredo.