{"id":19134,"date":"2026-10-10T10:52:32","date_gmt":"2026-10-10T08:52:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/?p=19134"},"modified":"2026-10-10T11:01:56","modified_gmt":"2026-10-10T09:01:56","slug":"things-to-do-in-potes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-potes\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in Potes and Around: The Complete Guide to the Capital of Li\u00e9bana"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

IIf you’re planning a trip to northern Spain and you’re looking for a destination with medieval charm, mountains and authentic local cuisine, Potes is a must-visit<\/strong>. In this guide, we’ll show you what to see in Potes and the surrounding area<\/strong>, as well as the best things to do in Potes<\/strong>, so you can discover everything this corner of Cantabria has to offer. The capital of the Li\u00e9bana region, this small town stands out for its well-preserved old town<\/strong>, its spectacular natural surroundings<\/strong> and something unusual for the area: a dry microclimate that makes it pleasant to visit at any time of year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For us, Potes is one of those must-visit destinations we go back to every year. We love its clean mountain air<\/strong>, the stunning views of the Picos de Europa<\/strong> and, of course, sitting down to a hearty cocido lebaniego. We always find a good excuse to come back!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide you’ll find everything you need to know before visiting Potes: what to see in the town and around it, how to get there, where to eat and when is the best time to go.<\/p>\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f We never travel without IATI travel insurance<\/a>, useful even on getaways within Spain if you travel with family or need extra medical cover in mountain areas.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcf6 To keep your phone connected across the valleys of Li\u00e9bana and the Picos de Europa, a Holafly<\/a> eSIM saves you from losing coverage in the most rural areas.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\ude97 And if you plan to get around by car between Potes, Fuente D\u00e9 and the Santo Toribio Monastery, compare rental options at Discover Cars<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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