Here are 10 reasons to travel on El Transcantábrico through Northern Spain

Based on our clients’ feedback at the end of their journey about the destinations that most impressed them on the route of El Transcantábrico, we have compiled a TOP 10 according to these preferences. Although, in general, and in these evaluations, all destinations have been interesting in a well-balanced route, if they had to choose the top 10 destinations, this has been their consensus assessment.

Natural landscapes, World Heritage Sites, cities, tourist attractions, and charming villages have been evaluated.

TOP 10 Destinations of El Transcantábrico on the northern route of Spain

Santiago de Compostela (Galicia)
A UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985 and the destination of the pilgrimage route, the Camino de Santiago. Its cathedral, monuments, stately homes, streets, and corners make this city one of the most beautiful in Spain and the world.
Picos de Europa National Park and Lake Enol (Asturias)
The Picos de Europa National Park is one of the most beautiful natural parks in Spain, a privileged place that combines nature, ethnography, and culture. This visit is complemented by Lake Enol, a glacial lake in the Principality of Asturias, a must-visit for nature lovers.
Santillana del Mar and the Neo-Cave of Altamira (Cantabria)
Santillana del Mar has become one of the most charming villages in Spain due to its historical and artistic value. Closely linked to the Cave of Altamira, considered the “Sistine Chapel” of rock art.
Sanctuary of Covadonga (Asturias)
A neo-Romanesque style sanctuary-basilica located next to the cave where the image of La Santina (The Virgin of Covadonga) is venerated, in addition to being considered a sacred place, its spectacular surroundings offer special beauty to the site.
San Sebastián (Basque Country)
San Sebastián is well chosen for its location, with great beauty in its surroundings, dominated by the famous Concha Bay. Charming and historic places like the old part, the port, Monte Igueldo… A city of gastronomy par excellence.
Oviedo (Asturias)
Oviedo has a historic center with a strong medieval feel and a layout that facilitates its exploration. There are countless monuments and places of special charm: palaces, statues, churches, museums, squares… And its pre-Romanesque monuments are declared World Heritage Sites.
Beach of the Cathedrals (Galicia)
The Beach of the Cathedrals is famous for its unique and original landscapes, a flat beach between the Cantabrian Sea and mountain foothills, forming corridors between cliffs, caves… undoubtedly a place of great beauty.
Potes (Cantabria)
Potes is located in a spectacular natural environment, famous for its bridges, from which its name derives. Its old town forms a set of great beauty, worth visiting, among alleyways and mansions.
Llanes (Asturias)
A beautiful seaside town, famous for its rich and excellently preserved monumental heritage, in addition to its beautiful beaches.
Gijón (Asturias)
Gijón has always been considered one of the most stately cities in Spain, also known as the “Capital of the Green Coast”. Beautiful squares, streets, palaces… make this city one of the most beautiful in northern Spain.