Sierra del Escudo de Cabuérniga

#1340 among destinations in Spain

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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The Sierra del Escudo de Cabuérniga is a mountain range in Cantabria, Spain. It is a northern foothill of the Cantabrian Mountains, located between the main ranges and the Bay of Biscay. Its highest point is 927 m high Gándara. ()

Alternative names: Area: 69.5 mi²Maximum elevation: 3041 ftCoordinates: 43°16'0"N, 4°19'0"W

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Sierra del Escudo de Cabuérniga – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cave of El Soplao, Monumento natural de La Fuentona, Museo de la Naturaleza, Cabezón de la Sal.

5.1 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Cave of El Soplao
131 min walk • Nestled in the lush landscape of Cantabria, Spain, the Cave of El Soplao stands as a subterranean marvel, revered amongst the most exceptional caves worldwide for its geologic formations. Discovered in the early 20th century, El Soplao was initially mined for its rich...
2.6 miE
Scenic walking areas, Fountain
Monumento natural de La Fuentona, Ruente
66 min walk • La Fuentona is a natural spring that gives rise to the source of the river Abión, in the province of Soria. The whole of the spring and its natural environment was declared a natural monument on 12 November 1998 by decree 238/1998.
4.4 miNE
Museum
Museo de la Naturaleza
112 min walk • The Nature Museum of Cantabria is housed in an 18th-century mansion-palace, in the Cantabrian village of Carrejo which is located 1.5 kilometres from Cabezón de la Sal.
4.9 miNE
Locality
Cabezón de la Sal
127 min walk • One of the main attractions in Cabezón de la Sal is the stunning Saja-Besaya Natural Park, which surrounds the town. This vast natural reserve is home to diverse flora and fauna, making it a paradise for nature lovers and hikers.
3.9 miS
Locality
Cabuérniga
100 min walk • Cabuérniga is a municipality located in the autonomous community of Cantabria, Spain. According to the 2007 census, the city has a population of 999 inhabitants. Its capital is Valle.
5.8 miE
Locality
Mazcuerras
149 min walk • One of the main attractions in Mazcuerras is the stunning natural beauty that surrounds the village. Nature lovers will delight in the opportunity to explore the nearby Picos de Europa National Park, where they can hike through rugged mountains, lush valleys,...

Sierra del Escudo de Cabuérniga

Facts and practical information

Sierra del Escudo de Cabuérniga – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Cave of El Soplao

Monumento natural de La Fuentona, Ruente

Museo de la Naturaleza

Cabezón de la Sal

Cabuérniga

Mazcuerras