The Top 11 Castles in Santander
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 11
beautiful castles to choose from in Santander. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from in Santander. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 8, 2025
San Vicente de la Barquera is an impressive fishing village located in the heart of the Oyambre natural park. Located between two estuaries, San Vicente faces the sea. The landscape …
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The Sobrellano Palace, also known as the Palace of the Marquis of Comillas, located in the town of Comillas (Cantabria, Spain) was the work of the Catalan architect Joan Martorell …
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Square tower, about 9 m. sideways. It has masonry walls except in the openings that are made of ashlar masonry. It is topped by square battlements. The main facade is …
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It is located in the historic center of the town of Santillana del Mar. The palace was completed in the mid-16th century for Alonso de Velarde. Its architecture is from …
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The Castle dates from the year 1163 and is located next to the Church of the Assumption. It was first used as a lighthouse in 1853. You can visit it …
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One of the most important medieval complexes in Cantabria. It preserves doors, remains of walls, beautiful houses and palaces. The church of Santa María de la Asunción is especially beautiful. …
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The castle was built in 1874 for military purposes and was part of the defensive wall that protected the city from attacks during the Third Carlist War.
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The medieval Torreón de Cartes is located on Calle Camino Real, made up of two medieval towers, Gothic in style and linked by arches that cross the main street and …
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On a hill, and guarding the road that linked the coast with Castilla through the Saja Valley, is the Castillo de San Vicente, in Argüeso, within the municipality of the …
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Núñez de Bustamante's fortress tower (Arenas de Iguña, 15th century)
Known as “La Torrona” and located next to the main road, it is a square-shaped house, three stories high and …
Known as “La Torrona” and located next to the main road, it is a square-shaped house, three stories high and …
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