As part of your teen language study abroad program in Spain with LEC, our organization offers you even more than just the classic destinations of Madrid and Barcelona. From Granada to Segovia via Santander, with us, the possibilities are endless! Today, our team is sharing all the key information you need to know about Cantabria, a must-visit region of the Iberian Peninsula…
A small region… but a must-see for anyone who wants to explore Spain
Compared to other regions like Andalusia or Catalonia—autonomous communities you may have the chance to explore during an upcoming teen language study trip to Spain—Cantabria is a bit of a minnow! In fact, its land area accountsfor just over 1% of the entire country.
Where is the Autonomous Community of Cantabria located?
Cantabria is an autonomous community in the north of the country. Bordered to the east by the Basque Country, to the south by Castile and León, and to the west by Asturias, it is primarily bordered to the north by the Atlantic Ocean (pronounced "océano Atlántico " during your teen language study trip to Spain). A major advantage, since Cantabria is one of the region’s top surfing destinations… as you’ll see for yourself during a surf language study trip with LEC.
Must-See Towns in Cantabria
Cantabria is, above all, home to vibrant cities brimming with secrets. Among the main ones are:
- Santander, its capital
- Torrelavega
- Camargo
As for the monuments and points of interest that dot the region, there are so many that it’s hard to name them all! Today, LEC might stop at the Altamira Cave, a site that exemplifies the pinnacle of Paleolithic cave art, which flourished across Europe—from the Urals to the Iberian Peninsula—between 35,000 and 11,000 B.C. A unique site, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site!