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Coast & Mountains
The ocean frames Northern Spain and a mountain chain creates its backbone. Rivers flow from our snow capped mountains, though dense forests and green hills, down to Spain´s three seas: the Cantabrian, the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. Your best option is to let us navigate our seemingly endless geography on your custom private escorted Northern Spain tour with us.
coast /kōst/
The part of the land near the sea; the edge of the land.
Flanked by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and the Cantabrian Sea to the north, Northern Spain has no shortage of coastline. It's no surprise the area boasts Spain´s best seafood and a strong maritime tradition. Quaint fishing harbors, expansive beaches, secluded coves, river estuaries and some of Europe´s highest cliffs dot the rural areas of our coast. Many of the area´s most important cities can also be found on the coast.
mountain /ˈmount(ə)n/
A large natural elevation of the earth's surface rising abruptly from the surrounding level; a large steep hill.
From anywhere on the coast, you can spot the Cantabrian Mountain range which spans the length of Northern Spain. The contrast of ocean and abrupt mountains creates some of Europe’s most dramatic landscapes. The area between the mountains and coast encompasses a wide variety of natural areas which are a boon for hikers, active travelers and wildlife enthusiasts.
Do scenic landscapes combining coastal areas and mountains leave you breathless? Have your breath taken away by your private, escorted Northern Spain Tour with us. Your Chief Experience Officer, Charles, will custom design your tour, guided by your interests and tailor an experience that will exceed your expectations. A Northern Spain coastal tour or a Northern Spain mountain tour can be a focus for your custom tour. My tour area covers traditional Northern Spain, including the regions of Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria, Euskadi (Basque Country), Navarra, La Rioja and northern Castilla & Leon (Leon, Palencia and Burgos).
Northern Spain Coast & Mountains on the Net
Primer to Hiking in Asturias, Spain
The natural paradise of Asturias is one of the biggest discoveries of the decade for UK visitors, and for hikers, the region offers miles of unspoilt, wild landscapes to explore - from its rugged coastline, to its mountains, gorges, forests, religious sites and medieval architecture.
The Camino del Norte, the Northern Way to Santiago
After spending more time in Cantabria, Asturias, and Galicia, and returning to Santiago de Compostela, we can certify the Northern Way is appealing for a number of reasons. It’s less crowded than the French Way and it’s surrounded by spectacular mountain and seaside scenery. The Northern way boasts wonderful cuisine (sourced from land and sea) and the fascinating backdrop of northern Spain's distinct culture and history. To keep things in perspective, weather might be less cooperative on this route, and the terrain more difficult to trek.
Five reasons why Galicia is Spain’s version of Ireland
Spain's northern region of Galicia and the country of Ireland have lots of surprising similarities and connections, from music and landscapes to gastronomy and even DNA - here are just a few....
Cantabria: Green Spain
Green Spain is the name which identifies the area that includes the regions of Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria and the Basque Country. The Basque region and Galicia, with amazing cities as Bilbao, San Sebastian and Santiago de Compostela, are widely known internationally so, this week, we would like to introduce the region of Cantabria, a really popular destination amongst Spanish tourists and companies looking for fresh locations for their events, but still far from being a hotspot for international travel.