Santander

The Top 20 Peaks in Santander

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Santander is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20 to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Santander for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

El Cable Viewpoint

Cruz de la Viorna

Pico Jano

Castro Valnera Summit

View from Peña Cabarga

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El Cable Viewpoint
Hiking Highlight
The Mirador del Cable is located right next to the upper station of the Fuente Dé cable car at an altitude of 1,847 meters. It offers panoramic views of the …
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Cruz de la Viorna
Hiking Highlight
Cross of Viorna. From the summit, situated at an altitude of 1,151 metres, you can see the eastern massif of the Picos de Europa, the villages of Mieses, Argüébanes, San …
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Pico Jano
Hiking Highlight
Pico Jano is the highest peak of the Sierra de Collaín, which separates the valleys of Cereceda and Valdebaró. Despite its modest height, it stands as an extraordinary vantage point …
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Castro Valnera Summit
Hiking Highlight
Castro Valnera is a beautiful, formidable mountain with its 1,718 meters. It is the highest in the eastern sector of the Cantabrian mountain range.
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View from Peña Cabarga
Road Cycling Highlight (Segment)
Quite demanding ascent, which is rewarded by a great all-round view (when you see the Picos de Europa).
The last section in particular is brutal with up to 18% and …
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Brusco (Mijedo)
Hiking Highlight
The National Geographic Institute and Google confuse this Cima del Mijedo and call it Brusco. Both the locals of the two slopes and the closest Institutions, Patronato de las Marismas, …
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Pico Vizmaya
Hiking Highlight
Although it is a very short route, it depends on the paths you take inside the mountain, you will need some hiking boots and even a stick, as some paths …
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Peñas Blancas Summit
Hiking Highlight
The peak of the Peñas Blancas, a 450m high mountain south of Santander, a few kilometers from the coast. Two paths lead to the summit (only one is listed in …
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Coriscáu
Hiking Highlight
Also known as Coriscao, the top is at an altitude of 2,234 meters above sea level and the views are truly wonderful. With good visibility you will have incredible views …
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