{"id":15986,"date":"2026-05-12T15:30:36","date_gmt":"2026-05-12T13:30:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/?p=15986"},"modified":"2026-10-05T09:21:43","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T07:21:43","slug":"things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Best Things to Do in Castro Urdiales: A Perfect 1-Day Itinerary"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hello, glutendtrotter! Today we are going to guide you through one of the most beautiful towns in Cantabria. With our ultimate guide to the 15 unmissable <strong>things to do in Castro Urdiales<\/strong>, you will discover everything there is to see in 1 day, guaranteeing a unique experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This corner of the eastern coast of Cantabria is the perfect balance between history, culture, and nature, making it an essential destination for lovers of the sea and the rich heritage that characterizes the north of Spain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-90074b31\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales.avif 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales-1536x1152.avif 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales-1536x1152.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1638\" height=\"1228\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-90074b31\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales.webp\" alt=\"Town letters. What to see in Castro Urdiales in 1 day\" title=\"Letras Castro Urdiales\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Letras-Castro-Urdiales-1536x1152.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f6adb442 gb-headline-text\">Castro Urdiales sign<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you think it&#8217;s a challenge to discover everything <strong>Castro Urdiales<\/strong> has to offer in just one day? This article will take you through the <strong>15 unmissable places<\/strong> in this charming fishing town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We will introduce you to everything from its historical treasures, many of which are declared <strong>Assets of Cultural Interest<\/strong>, to its beautiful beaches, ensuring that every corner you explore is a revelation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although this itinerary is designed to make the most of your day, you can always discover more about the history and secrets of Castro Urdiales. For a more personalized and enriching experience, we recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/castro-urdiales\/visita-guiada-castro-urdiales\/?aid=105992&amp;cmp=castro1dia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>booking a guided tour<\/strong><\/mark><\/a> or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/castro-urdiales-l143774\/private-tour-of-castro-urdiales-the-great-fishing-village-t862769\/?partner_id=O7AL31D&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>private tour<\/strong><\/mark><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is your camera ready?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&#8217;s start from the easternmost end!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c503e837\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7f759d46 gb-headline-text\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/essential-tips-for-traveling-to-cantabria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>10 essential tips for traveling to Cantabria<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f3e9;border-left:5px solid #c87e3a;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:10px;\">\n    <picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" style=\"width:50px;height:auto;margin-top:2px;\"><\/picture><br \/>\n    <strong style=\"font-size:18px;color:#745431;line-height:1.2;\">Before your trip to Castro Urdiales<\/strong>\n  <\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:5px 0;color:#4a4a4a;\">\n      Before you go, don&#8217;t forget to get <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iatiseguros.com?r=82482642387952&amp;cmp=castrourdiales\" style=\"color:#e38436;font-weight:bold;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored\">travel insurance with IATI<\/a> (5% discount for Glutendtrotters readers) and, if you&#8217;re coming from abroad, activate a <a href=\"https:\/\/holafly.sjv.io\/c\/5721792\/2006335\/24764?subId1=glutendtrotters-blog&amp;sharedid=castrourdiales\" style=\"color:#e38436;font-weight:bold;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored\">Holafly eSIM<\/a> (also with a 5% discount for you) so you have data from the moment you land. And to move freely between Castro Urdiales, Laredo and Bilbao, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/spain\/santander\/sdr?a_aid=glutendtrotters\" style=\"color:#e38436;font-weight:bold;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored\">rent a car<\/a>.\n    <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#What_to_see_in_Castro_Urdiales\" >What to see in Castro Urdiales<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#1_Cotolino_Park\" >1. Cotolino Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#2_Ocharan_Mazas_Promenade\" >2. Ochar\u00e1n Mazas Promenade<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#3_Brazomar_Beach\" >3. Brazomar Beach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#4_Amestoy_Park\" >4. Amestoy Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#5_Castro_Urdiales_Fishing_Port\" >5. Castro Urdiales Fishing Port<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#6_Castro_Urdiales_Town_Hall_Plaza\" >6. Castro Urdiales Town Hall Plaza<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#7_Medieval_Bridge\" >7. Medieval Bridge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#8_Hermitage_of_Santa_Ana\" >8. Hermitage of Santa Ana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#9_Castle_%E2%80%93_Lighthouse_of_Santa_Ana\" >9. Castle &#8211; Lighthouse of Santa Ana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#10_Church_of_Santa_Maria_de_la_Asuncion\" >10. Church of Santa Mar\u00eda de la Asunci\u00f3n<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#11_El_Pedregal\" >11. El Pedregal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#12_Ostende_Beach\" >12. Ostende Beach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#13_Flaviobriga_Archaeological_Site\" >13. Flavi\u00f3briga Archaeological Site<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#14_Cementerio_de_la_Ballena_Cemetery_of_the_Whale\" >14. Cementerio de la Ballena (Cemetery of the Whale)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#15_Pena_del_Cuco_Cave\" >15. Pe\u00f1a del Cuco Cave<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#FESTIVALS_IN_CASTRO_URDIALES\" >FESTIVALS IN CASTRO URDIALES<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#WHERE_TO_EAT_GLUTEN-FREE_IN_CASTRO_URDIALES\" >WHERE TO EAT GLUTEN-FREE IN CASTRO URDIALES<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#HOW_TO_GET_TO_CASTRO_URDIALES\" >HOW TO GET TO CASTRO URDIALES<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#CAR_ROUTE_FROM_SANTANDER_OR_BILBAO\" >CAR ROUTE FROM SANTANDER OR BILBAO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQ\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#What_cant_you_miss_in_Castro_Urdiales\" >What can&#8217;t you miss in Castro Urdiales?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#Is_it_worth_visiting_Castro_Urdiales\" >Is it worth visiting Castro Urdiales?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#What_towns_to_see_near_Castro_Urdiales\" >What towns to see near Castro Urdiales?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#Where_can_you_eat_gluten-free_in_Castro_Urdiales\" >Where can you eat gluten-free in Castro Urdiales?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#How_do_you_get_to_Castro_Urdiales_from_Santander_or_Bilbao\" >How do you get to Castro Urdiales from Santander or Bilbao?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#When_are_the_festivals_in_Castro_Urdiales\" >When are the festivals in Castro Urdiales?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-castro-urdiales\/#SEARCH_ON_THE_MAP\" >SEARCH ON THE MAP<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-164c080e gb-headline-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_see_in_Castro_Urdiales\"><\/span><strong>What to see in Castro Urdiales<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Cotolino_Park\"><\/span><b><strong>1. Cotolino Park<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This natural gem offers the ideal balance to the historical and architectural richness we will discover in the <\/span><b>Old Town<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Puebla Vieja) of this charming fishing town. It is the perfect refuge for those seeking a moment of relaxation, whether sunbathing or enjoying the impressive panoramic views it offers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-8386f4fc\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cotolino-Castro-Urdiales.avif 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cotolino-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cotolino-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cotolino-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.avif 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cotolino-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cotolino-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cotolino-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cotolino-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-8386f4fc\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cotolino-Castro-Urdiales.webp\" alt=\"Cliff with buildings in the background. What to see in Castro Urdiales in 1 day.\" title=\"Cotolino Castro Urdiales\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cotolino-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cotolino-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cotolino-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cotolino-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-69172fdc gb-headline-text\">Cotolino breakwater \/ Canva<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This <\/span><b>green space<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the perfect place to admire the sunrise or sunset surrounded by the gentle sea breeze.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8bab40d8\">\n\n<h4 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2602e45c\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 640 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M32 32c17.7 0 32 14.3 32 32l0 256 224 0 0-160c0-17.7 14.3-32 32-32l224 0c53 0 96 43 96 96l0 224c0 17.7-14.3 32-32 32s-32-14.3-32-32l0-32-224 0-32 0L64 416l0 32c0 17.7-14.3 32-32 32s-32-14.3-32-32L0 64C0 46.3 14.3 32 32 32zm144 96a80 80 0 1 1 0 160 80 80 0 1 1 0-160z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong>Recommended accommodations in Castro Urdiales<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-30c032be gb-headline-text\">If you want to use Castro Urdiales as a base for your stay, we suggest booking in advance due to high demand, especially in high season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next to Brazomar beach, you will find the iconic <a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/PyJPAe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Las Rocas Playa Hotel<\/strong><\/mark><\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/k0DmkL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Hostal Vista Alegre<\/strong><\/mark><\/a>, two valid options to enjoy the heart of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-fc2e3e31 gb-headline-text\">To get away from the hustle and bustle, there is nothing better than the tranquility of the <a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/5g2Vq2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Parador de Limpias<\/strong><\/mark><\/a>, just a few kilometers from the fishing town.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Ocharan_Mazas_Promenade\"><\/span><b><strong>2. Ochar\u00e1n Mazas Promenade<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Walking from <strong>Cotolino Park<\/strong> to <strong>Amestoy Park<\/strong>, the <strong>Castro Urdiales Seafront Promenade<\/strong> unfolds before you, offering you a route adorned with spectacular architectural jewels that seem taken from the pages of fantasy stories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Among these wonders, the <\/span><b>Sotileza Chalet<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the majestic <\/span><b>Ochar\u00e1n Palace and Castle<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, located just behind the promenade and wrapped in a fairy-tale atmosphere, stand out.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-e608b20d\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza.avif 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza-1536x1152.avif 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza.webp 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza-1536x1152.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1638\" height=\"1228\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-e608b20d\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza.webp\" alt=\"View of a promenade.\" title=\"Paseo Ochara\u0301n Maza\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza.webp 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Paseo-Ocharan-Maza-1536x1152.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-efebe732 gb-headline-text\">View of the Ochar\u00e1n Mazas Promenade<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-db8145f2\">\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-verse\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This <strong>eclectic-style palace<\/strong>, built in 1901 for <strong>Luis de Ochar\u00e1n<\/strong> and later enriched with an observatory castle, is a testament to the summer splendor of the regional elite. You will admire its fa\u00e7ade adorned with pink and white marble, its dreamlike gardens, and a portico supported by ten Ionic columns.<\/span><\/i><\/pre>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t forget to explore the <\/span><b>Casa de los San Mart\u00edn<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, located on the Men\u00e9ndez Pelayo Promenade, which stands out for its inspiration from British architecture. At the end of the Ocharan Mazas Promenade, the <\/span><b>Plaza de la Barrera<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> houses the <\/span><b>Royal Building<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the former Hotel Royal, and on Calle Mar\u00eda Aburto, the <\/span><b>Pedro Velarde Mansion<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, along with the other architectural gems mentioned.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This promenade, which runs parallel to the Cantabrian Sea, offers unforgettable views of the coast. Along the route, you can admire places like the San Luis Pier, a bastion that protects the beautiful Brazomar Beach. This spot, very popular among locals and tourists, is the perfect place to relax in the sun during the summer months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Brazomar_Beach\"><\/span><b><strong>3. Brazomar Beach<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discover an urban treasure located a stone&#8217;s throw from the historic center and the vibrant fishing port of Castro Urdiales. With its 400-meter stretch toward the cozy bay, this beach becomes the ideal combination of sun, sea, and golden sand.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-b6c0922e\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Brazomar-Castro-Urdiales.avif 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Brazomar-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Brazomar-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Brazomar-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.avif 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Brazomar-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Brazomar-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Brazomar-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Brazomar-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-b6c0922e\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Brazomar-Castro-Urdiales.webp\" alt=\"Beach with people\" title=\"Playa de Brazomar Castro Urdiales\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Brazomar-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Brazomar-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Brazomar-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Brazomar-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-05248528 gb-headline-text\">Brazomar Beach \/ Canva<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Near the port is another mandatory stop: the famous <\/span><b>giant letters of Castro Urdiales<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you are one of those who can&#8217;t resist posing with these popular local icons, you will find them strategically located between the port and <\/span><b>Amestoy Park<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Amestoy_Park\"><\/span><b><strong>4. Amestoy Park<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discover the charm of Castro Urdiales with children! If you are planning a trip that combines fun and culture, this beautiful park is a must-see.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located right next to the iconic &#8220;Castro Urdiales&#8221; letters, this place shines not only for its <\/span><b>play area<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> designed especially for little adventurers, but also for its surroundings, which are dotted with wonderful pieces of the city&#8217;s architectural heritage. A notable example is the <\/span><b>House for Isidra del Cerro<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, currently the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eladio Laredo Cultural Center<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which sports an impressive eclectic fa\u00e7ade with touches of French and modernist influence.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This park is not just the most charming urban corner of Castro, but also the perfect starting point to delve into the secrets of this coastal town. With an <strong>underground parking lot<\/strong> and the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismo.castro-urdiales.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Tourist Office<\/mark><\/a><\/strong> just a few steps away, starting your exploration here is really comfortable and exciting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, next to the <\/span><b>Egulior Pier<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the <\/span><b>Music Park<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> awaits you, an idyllic plaza that invites you to take a break and immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of Castro Urdiales. Your family adventure in Castro Urdiales starts here!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Castro_Urdiales_Fishing_Port\"><\/span><b style=\"font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"><strong>5. Castro Urdiales Fishing Port<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Explore the vibrant soul of Castro Urdiales through its iconic fishing port, a treasure that defines the essence of the Cantabrian coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This historic port, the center of maritime life since the Middle Ages, recounts the exploits of bold whalers and reflects the energy of a community eternally linked to the sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Originally recognized as <strong>one of the most important whaling ports<\/strong>, Castro Urdiales has transcended its past, adapting to modern times through tourism and economic diversification, without losing its connection to tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-de450055\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero.avif 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero-1536x1152.avif 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero.webp 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero-1536x1152.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1638\" height=\"1228\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-de450055\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero.webp\" alt=\"Fishing port. What to see in Castro Urdiales in 1 day\" title=\"Puerto Pesquero\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero.webp 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puerto-Pesquero-1536x1152.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-535b0f13 gb-headline-text\">Castro Urdiales fishing port<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in the heart of the <\/span><b>Old Town<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and opposite the <\/span><b>Town Hall Plaza<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the port of Castro Urdiales keeps the fishing tradition alive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Its waters are filled with multicolored boats that daily provide fresh fish and seafood to the region.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This scene, with the Church and the iconic Castle-Lighthouse on the horizon, offers a view worthy of being captured in a photograph, promising an unforgettable postcard.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, the <\/span><b>San Guill\u00e9n slipway<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, known for its steep slope, plays a crucial role in maintaining the boats and, during the summer, becomes the favorite meeting point for those who wish to enjoy the good weather, whether sunbathing or diving into the refreshing sea waters.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to dive into the waters of the Cantabrian Sea? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/castro-urdiales\/paseo-barco-castro-urdiales\/?aid=105992&amp;cmp=castro1dia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Book a boat trip in Castro Urdiales<\/strong><\/mark><\/a> and see the beauty of its coast from a unique perspective. And if you have a more adventurous spirit, this is the ideal place to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/castro-urdiales\/bautismo-buceo-castro-urdiales\/?aid=105992&amp;cmp=castro1dia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>experience your first scuba diving baptism<\/strong><\/mark><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-437b8f4e\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Estatua-ballenero.avif 1228w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Estatua-ballenero-225x300.avif 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Estatua-ballenero-768x1024.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Estatua-ballenero-1152x1536.avif 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1228px) 100vw, 1228px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Estatua-ballenero.webp 1228w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Estatua-ballenero-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Estatua-ballenero-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Estatua-ballenero-1152x1536.webp 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1228px) 100vw, 1228px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1228\" height=\"1638\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-437b8f4e\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Estatua-ballenero.webp\" alt=\"Steel statue of a whaler with two girls\" title=\"Estatua ballenero\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Estatua-ballenero.webp 1228w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Estatua-ballenero-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Estatua-ballenero-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Estatua-ballenero-1152x1536.webp 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1228px) 100vw, 1228px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-51ce7b46 gb-headline-text\">Whaler statue<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Castro_Urdiales_Town_Hall_Plaza\"><\/span><b style=\"font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"><strong>6. Castro Urdiales Town Hall Plaza<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This space stands as a hub of the town, where the <\/span><b>Town Hall<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> stands imposingly, surrounded by arcades that house bars and terraces, ideal for enjoying tapas under the arches in a cozy environment full of tradition.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>Casa de los Chelines<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, another treasure of this square, captures attention with its fascinating neo-Gothic fa\u00e7ade and a central viewpoint adorned with Gothic elements, constituting one of the most prominent architectural landmarks of Castro Urdiales. Declared an <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asset of Cultural Interest in 1991<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, its presence undoubtedly enhances the place.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-1522d2be\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales.avif 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales-1536x1152.avif 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales-1536x1152.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1638\" height=\"1228\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-1522d2be\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales.webp\" alt=\"Fachada del Ayuntamiento de Castro Urdiales con su torre reloj y un ni\u00f1o paseando delante\" title=\"Plaza Ayuntamiento Castro Urdiales\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Plaza-Ayuntamiento-Castro-Urdiales-1536x1152.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-304391a8 gb-headline-text\">Castro Urdiales Town Hall Plaza<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We encourage you to get lost in the network of emblematic alleys of the old town next to the Plaza to savor excellent <\/span><i>pinchos<\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and enjoy the best fish and seafood of Castro Urdiales.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Medieval_Bridge\"><\/span><b style=\"font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"><strong>7. Medieval Bridge<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On your way along the Seafront Promenade, just after leaving the Plaza, you will find the <\/span><b>Rower&#8217;s Statue<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><b>Monument to the Net Menders<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, emblems that pay tribute to the city&#8217;s maritime traditions and to those who, with their daily effort, have given life and shape to this community.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The path leads us to a point that, without a doubt, deserves a pause in your journey. We invite you to stop for a moment to admire the <\/span><b>Medieval Bridge<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a gateway between two worlds: the promontory that houses the <\/span><b>Castle of Santa Ana<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><b>Church of Santa Mar\u00eda<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and the one that hosts the small <\/span><b>Hermitage of Santa Ana<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-26617a8d\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puente-Medieval-Castro-Urdiales.avif 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puente-Medieval-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puente-Medieval-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puente-Medieval-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.avif 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puente-Medieval-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puente-Medieval-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puente-Medieval-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puente-Medieval-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-26617a8d\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puente-Medieval-Castro-Urdiales.webp\" alt=\"Medieval bridge\" title=\"Puente Medieval Castro Urdiales\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puente-Medieval-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puente-Medieval-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puente-Medieval-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Puente-Medieval-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-16bf2d8d gb-headline-text\">Medieval Bridge and Hermitage of Santa Ana \/ Canva<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Hermitage_of_Santa_Ana\"><\/span><b style=\"font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"><strong>8. Hermitage of Santa Ana<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This small sanctuary, located to the right of the bridge and built on an islet, not only offers a haven of tranquility, but is also a silent witness to history. In 1978, it was recognized as part of the town&#8217;s Historic Site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-d374990d\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ermita-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales.avif 1256w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ermita-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ermita-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ermita-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.avif 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1256px) 100vw, 1256px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ermita-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1256w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ermita-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ermita-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ermita-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1256px) 100vw, 1256px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1256\" height=\"706\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-d374990d\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ermita-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales.webp\" alt=\"Stone walkway with buildings on the sides\" title=\"Ermita de Santa Ana Castro Urdiales\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ermita-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1256w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ermita-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ermita-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Ermita-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1256px) 100vw, 1256px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7048749c gb-headline-text\">Hermitage of Santa Ana, Lighthouse, and Church of Santa Mar\u00eda de la Asunci\u00f3n \/ Canva<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the past, until the 18th century, the hermitage was the center of meetings for the Guild of Navigators of San Andr\u00e9s. Today, it has been transformed into the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.castro-urdiales.net\/espacios-culturales\/publicacion\/yacimiento-arqueologico-flaviobriga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Flavi\u00f3briga Interpretation Center<\/strong><\/mark><\/a>, where visitors can immerse themselves in the rich cultural history of Castro Urdiales and discover the deep relationship between the sea, the land, and its people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Castle_%E2%80%93_Lighthouse_of_Santa_Ana\"><\/span><b><strong>9. Castle &#8211; Lighthouse of Santa Ana<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, after crossing the bridge, you will find yourself before one of the most iconic and beautiful images of Castro Urdiales: the <\/span><b>current Lighthouse<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which stands imposingly in an unparalleled location.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This Lighthouse not only stands among spectacular cliffs but also rests <\/span><b>on the ruins of an ancient castle<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>one of the few medieval castles still preserved in Cantabria<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivecastrourdiales.com\/castillo-faro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>This iconic historic complex<\/strong><\/mark><\/a>, which dates back to the 13th and 14th centuries, together with the <\/span><b>Church of Santa Mar\u00eda de la Asunci\u00f3n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, was a vital part of the <\/span><b>medieval defensive system<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the town. Although today there are no traces of the wall that surrounded Castro Urdiales centuries ago, history remains present in these monuments.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-87310697\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Castillo-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales.avif 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Castillo-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Castillo-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Castillo-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.avif 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Castillo-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Castillo-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Castillo-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Castillo-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-87310697\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Castillo-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales.webp\" alt=\"Castle. What to see in Castro Urdiales in 1 day\" title=\"Castillo de Santa Ana Castro Urdiales\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Castillo-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Castillo-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Castillo-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Castillo-de-Santa-Ana-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-e9d99c06 gb-headline-text\">Castle of Santa Ana \/ Canva<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Declared a <strong>Historical-Artistic Site in 1978<\/strong>, the Castle of Santa Ana stands out both for its excellent state of preservation and for its unique pentagonal design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of medieval origin, the castle acquired a new function in 1853 with the construction of the Lighthouse inside, whose light guided sailors for the first time that same year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, this Castle-Lighthouse is not only a maritime landmark but also a space dedicated to art, where free exhibitions and cultural activities are held, inviting visitors to tour its historic hallways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Church_of_Santa_Maria_de_la_Asuncion\"><\/span><b><strong>10. Church of Santa Mar\u00eda de la Asunci\u00f3n<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leaving behind the majestic Castle-Lighthouse of Castro Urdiales, we head into the heart of the town to discover the <\/span><b>Church of Santa Mar\u00eda de la Asunci\u00f3n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This temple is not only a symbol of the town, but also <\/span><b>one of the most significant examples of Gothic architecture in Cantabria<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Its construction, which spanned from the 13th to the 14th century, was marked by the influence of French Gothic, sharing certain similarities with the majestic <\/span><b>Burgos Cathedral<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> built in the same period.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With its fascinating mix of history, art, and spirituality, it was declared an Asset of Cultural Interest in 1931. It is essential to walk around this temple to appreciate its exquisite architecture and its two impressive doorways.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Locally known as the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cathedral of Santa Mar\u00eda<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, this church is a point of reference not only for Castro Urdiales but for all of northern Spain.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-6f4b36c4\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion.avif 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion-1536x1152.avif 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion.webp 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion-1536x1152.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1638\" height=\"1228\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-6f4b36c4\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion.webp\" alt=\"Stone church on an esplanade\" title=\"Iglesia Santa Mari\u0301a de la Asuncio\u0301n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion.webp 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Iglesia-Santa-Maria-de-la-Asuncion-1536x1152.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-d1b92f7b gb-headline-text\">Church of Santa Mar\u00eda de la Asunci\u00f3n<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_El_Pedregal\"><\/span><b><strong>11. El Pedregal<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After marveling at the <strong>Atalaya Park<\/strong>, we head into an adventure toward this treasure of Castro Urdiales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a small cove of pebbles that becomes a natural pool, filling with life at high tide through a tunnel hidden under the cliff. El Pedregal is one of the most surprising corners that Castro Urdiales has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Ostende_Beach\"><\/span><b><strong>12. Ostende Beach<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Castro Urdiales is a leading tourist destination throughout the year, thanks in large part to its stunning beaches. Among them is Ostende Beach, an artificial stretch of more than a kilometer, located along the Atalaya promenade, toward the west.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-a1566dd5\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Ostende-Castro-Urdiales.avif 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Ostende-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Ostende-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Ostende-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.avif 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Ostende-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Ostende-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Ostende-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Ostende-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-a1566dd5\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Ostende-Castro-Urdiales.webp\" alt=\"Aerial view of a beach\" title=\"Playa de Ostende Castro Urdiales\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Ostende-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Ostende-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Ostende-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Playa-de-Ostende-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-25866070 gb-headline-text\">Ostende Beach \/ Canva<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the heart of this beach, the Punta de los Cuervos emerges, a rocky islet that sprouts from the sand, serving as an exceptional viewpoint over the Cantabrian Sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Flaviobriga_Archaeological_Site\"><\/span><b><strong>13. Flavi\u00f3briga Archaeological Site<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are passionate about history, a visit to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.castro-urdiales.net\/otras-direcciones-interes\/publicacion\/yacimiento-arqueologico-flaviobriga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Flavi\u00f3briga Interpretation Center<\/strong><\/mark><\/a> is a must.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fd53347d\">\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-verse\"><em>It is believed that in the 1st century A.D., Castro Urdiales was the site of a prosperous Roman settlement known as Flavi\u00f3briga. Thanks to its privileged strategic location, the port of Flavi\u00f3briga stood as one of the most vital commercial hubs in northern Hispania, serving as a crucial point of maritime connection with Gaul, the term with which the Romans referred to the vast region of Western Europe.<\/em><\/pre>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-57751a23\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales.avif 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales-1536x1152.avif 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales-1536x1152.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1638\" height=\"1228\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-57751a23\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales.webp\" alt=\"Archaeological site\" title=\"Yacimiento Castro Urdiales\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Yacimiento-Castro-Urdiales-1536x1152.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-46399432 gb-headline-text\">Roman archaeological site<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In our days, the traces of this ancient civilization continue to resonate through the numerous remains discovered, a testament to the only Roman colony on the Cantabrian coast.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This space not only offers a window into the Roman legacy of the city but also establishes a link with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/centros.culturadecantabria.com\/juliobriga\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Juli\u00f3briga<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the most significant Roman site in Cantabria, located in the south of the province, which also allows us to appreciate the complexity and depth of the civilizations that have stepped on these lands, leaving their indelible mark throughout the centuries.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Cementerio_de_la_Ballena_Cemetery_of_the_Whale\"><\/span><b><strong>14. Cementerio de la Ballena (Cemetery of the Whale)<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Cementerio de la Ballena is an outstanding example of Spanish funerary architecture, highlighting its impressive views and historical value as an <strong>Asset of Cultural Interest<\/strong>, located on the outskirts of Castro Urdiales. After visiting the <a href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-comillas-spain\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Comillas Cemetery<\/strong><\/mark><\/a>, my interest in these places full of history has awakened even more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What makes the Cementerio de la Ballena special, in addition to its location facing the Cantabrian Sea, is the variety of mausoleums and pantheons. With styles ranging from Neoclassical to Modernism or Art Deco, each monument surprises with its design and detailed decoration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-09a4f93d\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cementario-Ballena-Castro-Urdiales.avif 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cementario-Ballena-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cementario-Ballena-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cementario-Ballena-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.avif 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cementario-Ballena-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cementario-Ballena-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cementario-Ballena-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cementario-Ballena-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-09a4f93d\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cementario-Ballena-Castro-Urdiales.webp\" alt=\"Cemetery\" title=\"Cementario Ballena Castro Urdiales\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cementario-Ballena-Castro-Urdiales.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cementario-Ballena-Castro-Urdiales-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cementario-Ballena-Castro-Urdiales-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Cementario-Ballena-Castro-Urdiales-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-e08794c0 gb-headline-text\">Cementerio de la Ballena \/ Canva<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Pena_del_Cuco_Cave\"><\/span><b><strong>15. Pe\u00f1a del Cuco Cave<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We conclude our <\/span><b>guide to the 15 unmissable places to see in Castro Urdiales in 1 day<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by highlighting a site that, although not open to visitors, deserves a special mention for its historical and cultural significance, the <\/span><b>Pe\u00f1a del Cuco Cave<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located on the coast, west of the urban center and near the bullring, this prehistoric cave is a sanctuary of Upper Paleolithic rock engravings, dating back some 12,000 years, where deer, horses, and goats are represented with astonishing delicacy. A prehistoric treasure that, unfortunately, remains closed to the public.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FESTIVALS_IN_CASTRO_URDIALES\"><\/span><b><strong>FESTIVALS IN CASTRO URDIALES<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The festivities of Castro Urdiales resonate with special echo in Cantabria, annually attracting crowds fascinated by the colorful display of the <\/span><b>Coso Blanco<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This nocturnal parade of floats made with tissue paper, held in summer, has won the hearts of many, as well as the <\/span><b>Living Passion of Holy Week<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which has been deservedly recognized as a <\/span><b>Festival of National Tourist Interest<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for its drama and spectacular nature.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WHERE_TO_EAT_GLUTEN-FREE_IN_CASTRO_URDIALES\"><\/span><b>WHERE TO EAT GLUTEN-FREE IN CASTRO URDIALES<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although we still have a few restaurants to explore in person, if you find yourself in Castro Urdiales with a rumbling stomach, you cannot miss the bar <a href=\"https:\/\/barelquintopino.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Quinto Pino<\/strong><\/mark><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This little corner won us over with its delicious gluten-free proposals, perfect for all budgets, and for its friendly treatment. Just a small note: although they strive to do their best, <strong>they told us that they cannot 100% promise to avoid cross-contamination.<\/strong> But the experience, without a doubt, is worth it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-926ec8dc\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino.avif 2048w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino-1536x1152.avif 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino.webp 2048w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino-1536x1152.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-926ec8dc\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino.webp\" alt=\"Mussels with tomato sauce\" title=\"Mejillones con tomate Bar Quinto Pino\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino.webp 2048w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mejillones-con-tomate-Bar-Quinto-Pino-1536x1152.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ce6523c4 gb-headline-text\">Mussels at Quinto Pino<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2fd8f6e0\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-bf87997f gb-headline-text\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/gluten-free-restaurants-in-cantabria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Where to eat gluten-free in Cantabria<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-a13c6ecf gb-headline-text\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/most-famous-foods-in-cantabria\/\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Cantabria and Gastronomy: a tour of the best dishes and products<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HOW_TO_GET_TO_CASTRO_URDIALES\"><\/span><b><strong>HOW TO GET TO CASTRO URDIALES<\/strong><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just about <strong>45 minutes by car from Santander and a little over half an hour from Bilbao,<\/strong> its location makes it a mandatory stop for those who venture to explore the north of Spain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Santander, <strong>you can also get to Castro Urdiales by bus<\/strong> with a fairly frequent line, but we recommend you get around in your own car or a rental one to move with greater freedom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-54619e2a gb-headline-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CAR_ROUTE_FROM_SANTANDER_OR_BILBAO\"><\/span><strong>CAR ROUTE FROM SANTANDER OR BILBAO<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3dc12195\">\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1VHo7CT6s1mNMCReEZRex7D5rLBb3720&#038;ehbc=2E312F&#038;noprof=1\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Castro Urdiales reveals itself not only as a destination, but as a journey in itself, where the majesty of the Cantabrian Sea, the echoes of a vibrant history, and the delights of unparalleled gastronomy intertwine to create an unforgettable adventure.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>We challenge you:<\/strong> delve into the heart of this charming fishing town and discover, in person, the reasons that make Castro Urdiales an essential landmark on the map of Cantabria and northern Spain.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hope to see you soon, explorer of flavor and culture, in our beloved little land!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And remember, <strong>your adventures and discoveries are the soul of Glutendtrotters.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Share your stories<\/strong> and moments experienced in Castro Urdiales with us!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are eager to know each of the treasures you have discovered on this unique trip.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bca2b7a gb-headline-text\"><strong>More information at:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7c08565c\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/turismo.castro-urdiales.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Castro Urdiales Tourism Portal<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-a145f831\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/turismodecantabria.com\/municipios\/castro-urdiales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Tourism in Cantabria: Castro Urdiales<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-70048341\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivecastrourdiales.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Vive Castro Urdiales: tourist guide<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>You might also be interested in reading:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-09461467\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-05823d7b\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/3-day-cantabria-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>What to see in Cantabria in 3 days<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b0ea81ae\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/5-days-in-cantabria-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Cantabria in 5 days: complete guide<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-3f1725cb\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/7-days-in-cantabria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#e38436\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>What to see in Cantabria in 7 days: ultimate guide<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-240e25f2 gb-headline-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQ\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-5128834409123\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_cant_you_miss_in_Castro_Urdiales\"><\/span>What can&#8217;t you miss in Castro Urdiales?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can&#8217;t miss in Castro Urdiales: walking around the port, the promenade, the Santa Ana Castle-Lighthouse, the church of Santa Mar\u00eda de la Asunci\u00f3n, the medieval bridge, the hermitage of Santa Ana, and, of course, enjoying good tapas on Calle La R\u00faa. In high season, this street is really lively.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-7740192836451\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_worth_visiting_Castro_Urdiales\"><\/span>Is it worth visiting Castro Urdiales?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Totally. For us, it is a very beautiful town. Simply the fishing port is amazing, and if you also walk to the Santa Ana Castle-Lighthouse or the Church of Santa Mar\u00eda de la Asunci\u00f3n, you will be adding a plus to your visit. If you are staying in Bilbao and have enough days, don&#8217;t miss visiting Castro Urdiales.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-3306719482057\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_towns_to_see_near_Castro_Urdiales\"><\/span>What towns to see near Castro Urdiales?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>In our opinion, you shouldn&#8217;t miss Laredo and Ramales de la Victoria.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-8619350274416\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_you_eat_gluten-free_in_Castro_Urdiales\"><\/span>Where can you eat gluten-free in Castro Urdiales?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>We recommend the bar Quinto Pino, which won us over with its gluten-free options, suitable for every budget, and its friendly, family-run atmosphere. They did tell us that, although they do their very best, they can&#8217;t promise to avoid cross-contamination 100%, so if you have celiac disease it&#8217;s best to let them know when ordering and to confirm the offer before you go, since small businesses can change. We still have restaurants in town left to try in person.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-1952847360289\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_get_to_Castro_Urdiales_from_Santander_or_Bilbao\"><\/span>How do you get to Castro Urdiales from Santander or Bilbao?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Castro Urdiales is about 45 minutes by car from Santander and a little over half an hour from Bilbao. You can also take a fairly frequent bus from Santander, although we recommend traveling by your own or a rental car for more freedom.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-4073625918834\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_are_the_festivals_in_Castro_Urdiales\"><\/span>When are the festivals in Castro Urdiales?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The best known are the Coso Blanco, a nighttime parade of tissue-paper floats held in summer, and the Holy Week Living Passion (Pasi\u00f3n Viviente), recognized as a Festival of National Tourist Interest for its drama and spectacle.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What can't you miss in Castro Urdiales?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"You can't miss in Castro Urdiales: walking around the port, the promenade, the Santa Ana Castle-Lighthouse, the church of Santa Mar\u00eda de la Asunci\u00f3n, the medieval bridge, the hermitage of Santa Ana, and, of course, enjoying good tapas on Calle La R\u00faa. 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