MorteraCantabria

About Mortera,
in Cantabria A place to enjoy

Mortera is one of the most charming towns in Cantabria. Located in the municipality of Santa Cruz de Bezana, it is at the foot of the Sierra de Liencres mountain range and 12 kilometres from the Liencres Dunes Nature Reserve.

From our hostería you can also access the mountains of La Picota and El Tolío, from where there are good views of the Abra del Pas. Other places of interest very close to the area are the Liencres Dunes, Suances and the Picos de Europa. It is the perfect destination for nature lovers.

Mortera, close to everything

Mortera is the ideal destination for those who want to explore the infinite Cantabria. Hostería los Jardines (Mortera) is located just 10 minutes from Santander and the Liencres Dunes Natural Park.

Mortera will allow you to discover all the secrets hidden in Cantabria: the Costa Quebrada, the Cabárceno Park, the Altamira Caves or the Pasiegos Valleys.

Camino De Santiago Northern route

The town of Mortera is located in the heart of the Camino del Norte. This route of the Camino de Santiago starts in Irún and is divided into 35 stages. This route takes pilgrims along the coast of the Cantabrian Sea, passing through the Basque Country, Cantabria and Asturias.

It is one of the longest routes leading to Santiago de Compostela. This route dates back to the Middle Ages, it was the safe way for European kings to travel through the north of Spain. Hostería Los Jardines is the perfect place to rest between stages on the way to Santiago de Compostela.

Charming Landscapes In Cantabria

Liencres Natural Park

In the natural park of the Liencres dunes begins the famous formation of Costa Quebrada, this portion of the Cantabrian coastline has everything that a coastline of distinction can boast. Cliffs, sandy beaches, dunes, endless sandy areas, coves, tombolos, inlets, needles, arches, caves, hollows, siphons, funnels, islets, etc.

Picos de Europa

The Picos de Europa are an impressive mountain range located in the north of Spain, in the regions of Cantabria, Asturias and León. From Mortera, you can reach the Picos de Europa in about an hour and a half by car. One of the best places to visit in the Picos de Europa is the Valdeón Valley.

Hiking in Mortera

Mortera is the dream destination for hiking lovers. From this charming town in Cantabria you can discover this marvel of nature on foot. The best-known routes are the Montes de la Picota and Talío.

The best beaches
for surfing Close to Mortera

Since the 60s, the culture and love of surfing has been growing exponentially on the Cantabrian coast. The weather, the tides and its extensive beaches make it an ideal place for thousands of visitors to come and enjoy this sport on its shores.

Near Mortera we could highlight Canallave Beach and Valdearenas Beach, near Liencres, ideal for surfing at any time of the year. A 35-minute drive away you will also find Playa de los Locos and San Vicente de la Barquera, sandy beaches perfect for beginners, although there are also good breaks for more experienced surfers.