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CANTABRIA
Backcountry of Santander
In the backcountry of Santander are found wild mountains and charming valleys. The villages are well kept and nature is superbly preserved. It is one of the rare regions in western Europe where still many wolves are haunting the forests. This region of Cantabria is really heart touching. These valleys are reached within an hour and a half on the road from the main city of Santander. All sorts of transportation are going to Santander or even more to Bilbao. A car is compulsory for the countryside part.
Barcena Mayor
There is Brown trout only (For sea run trout, Asturias is better). The season starts mid March, and there is no runoff. The best fishing & touring period in the year should be from mid April to early July. Tackle Any travel rod for trout and waders with felt soles. It is very easy to fish on your own following our instructions. On special request, our guide in Asturias could occasionally work in Cantabria. Though, fishing must be taken there as a nice "side activity" of the holiday.
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Valle de Cabuerniga
Old villages: There is a tremendous network of old villages, each offering different curiosities. Nature: Mountain, forest, rivers and rich fauna -we already evoked the wild wolves. The Caves of Altamira The prehistorical caves of Altamira is an important site for mankind heritage. If the original site should be closed to the public. A replica has been opened on the model of what they did for Lascaux. Santander: is a wonderful, elegant city on the seashore -the kings of Spain have a Summer residence there. It is a lively town full of young people of all countries studying at the famous university. Santander is not the typical Spanish town with a casco historico, it looks more modern in the style of the XIXth century. There are wonderful beaches, a prestigious golf course, and also the typical streets full of bars and restaurants. On Friday and Saturday nights, crowds of people are walking, dining and bar crawling until at least 3.00 am.
Casona
Accommodation
The choice of accommodation features quaint hotels in the valleys, and the very good Parador of Santillana del mar, near the ocean and the Cuevas de Altamira. Staying at the parador means slightly more road to fish the rivers in the mountain. Countryside B&B, and countryside houses (Casas Rurales), or appartments to rent per week can be found.
