The Top 20 Mountain Passes in Santander
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in Santander and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: October 13, 2025
Natural communication route between the Valley of Liendo and Sonabia through the Candina mountain. El Paso de Presa is a grassy plain that takes its name from the cliffs found …
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A fantastic alternative to climb Los Tornos from Soba. A road in perfect condition where it is difficult to find another vehicle. The beginning of the itinerary to La Revilla …
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The Portilla del Boquejón is a narrow passage that separates the barren high mountain landscape in the north from the much more lush vegetation in the south - and also delimits the previously seemingly endless cattle pasture in the north.
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The road is in perfect condition, with little shade and relatively little traffic. It has an altitude of 1,602 meters, a gradient of 1,304 meters, and an average gradient of …
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A small mountain pass in the easternmost sector of the Cordillera. At 1,316 meters above sea level, it is the third highest mountain pass in Cantabria. The port is closed …
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Mountain pass that connects the Miera and El Pisueña valleys, more specifically the towns of San Roque de Riomiera and Selaya. The two slopes of the port have spectacular views …
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Hard ramps (17-21%). Variable terrain but in good condition. There is a single source of water at the beginning of the track
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Mythical port in Cantabria with views that will surprise you. It is very enjoyable by bike, the road is in good condition and everything is well signposted. You go through very pretty towns.
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The section between Linares and La Hermida will be a great surprise. It is a winding mountain road that will leave you with tired legs and a feeling of joy …
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Mountain pass very busy by all the cyclists of Cantabria. Of moderate slopes, with a slightly harder final kilometer and a small descent after completing the initial 1000 meters.
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