Religious Sites in Cantabria, Spain 2023

Most reviewed Religious Sites in Cantabria

3.5 Catedral de Santander (602 reviews)
- The Cathedral that Providence didn`t keep. For 1 Euro.
Historic Sites • Religious Sites • Monuments & Statues

Divine Providence did not preserve this Cathedral of the XII-XIV centuries. After surviving the middle ages, the Cathedral was severely damaged by the explosion of the steamship Cabo Machichaco on the roadstead. in 1893. There was enough dynamite to reach the Cathedral. Oddly enough, the Cathedral survived the civil war of 1936-1939, although Santander was stubbornly defended by the Republicans. However, 2 years later, Santander burned down in a fire in 1941. The restored Cathedral has an unusual structure. It consists of two churches and a cloister monastery. The lower Church, also called the Crypt earlier -XII century. The upper one was built in the 13th century in the Gothic style, as was the lower Church of Christ. A fire in 1941 destroyed most of the decor, except for the walls and columns. I liked the cloister best. It is very cozy. You can't visit the Cathedral for free. Only for 1 Euro. See more..
4.5 Ermita de la Virgen del Mar (215 reviews)
- Impressive!
Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites

The hermitage, which only opens for mass and for the annual celebrations, is a very simple building that was constructed in the 17th century to house the statue of Nuestra Señora del Mar (Our Lady of the Sea), Santander's much-loved patron saint. See more..
4.5 Iglesia de Santa Maria de Lebena (179 reviews)
- 9th Century pre-Romanesque
Religious Sites

Wow. It claims to be the oldest pre-Romanesque monument in Cantabria. It's an amazing old church with moorish style arches, which is curious, because the Moors never reached this far themselves. The tour is only in Spanish, but they have placards to hand out in English. It's a very small, country attraction and you have to wait outside for the next tour to begin, but a great little find if you're in the Picos de Europa. See more..
4.0 Santuario del Cristo de la Agonia (25 reviews)
- Amazing interior
Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

This church is quite amazing. In what is basically a village, you find an eye-opening church like this. Originally a monastery, it was converted into a church around about the year 1500, and has been added to, and above all decorated, ever since. This is particularly true of the main façade, which began life as an austere structure with classical lines, but is now pretty un-austere with its carvings. The biggest decorative effort, however, was centred on the interior, where they really let themselves go, especially in the eighteenth century, with carvings and gildings galore. You'll be dazzled by the amount of gold leaf, or is it really merely gold paint?, on display all around. See more..
5.0 Our Lady of Garabandal Sanctuary (17 reviews)
- Peaceful and beautiful place!
Religious Sites

My husband and I visited Garabandal in a cold a wet week in January. The village is like stepping back in time. We visited on the feast of Saint Sebastian (by coincidence) and following mass we were asked to join the people from the village for food a drink in the village hall. Everyone was so warm and welcoming, even though many didn’t speak English and our Spanish is not great. Walking up to The Pines, we found it to be one of the most serene places we’d ever visited. Also, Michael in the Pilgrims’ centre took the time to discuss with us the history of the apparitions of Our Lady, and showed us an interesting video to illustrate this. For religious and non religious alike, we would fully recommend a visit to this beautiful village. See more..
4.5 Abadia de Santa Maria de Viaceli (17 reviews)
- Religious service
Religious Sites

We had read that you could watch the monks sing any evening at 9pm. Worth noting that unlike their cheese & produce shop round the corner, this is an actual religious service, not a tourist attraction. The service was simple, attended by about 25 locals. About 12 monks sang. There was some call and response, and a printed song leaflet with scored music. The congregation sang one song. See more..
4.5 Ermita de Nuestra Senora de Las Nieves (8 reviews)
- Vistas al cantábrico
Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts • Religious Sites

Muy buenas vistas de la desembocadura del rio Asón en el mar cantábrico. Atardecer espectacular. Hay ganado suelto pero sin ningún tipo de problema. See more..
4.5 Virgen del Puerto (7 reviews)
- Imposing statue
Religious Sites • Monuments & Statues

At the far end of the promenade (Paseo Pereda) you’ll see this imposing statue on the hill next to the large block of flats. I counted just over a hundred steps to the top (there is a bench halfway!) and you get some great views back along the estuary and over towards Laredo. The flats below are a bit of a concrete eyesore so you just have to ignore them. If you take the road to the right behind the statue then after a short distance you’ll arrive at the old fort of San Carlos on the headland - you can walk inside the large structure and look out over the sea and also climb on top for even better views. Worth the effort to see both the structures and the views. See more..
4.0 Santuario de La Virgen de Montesclaros (6 reviews)
- un sitio ....especial!!
Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites

Fué una experiencia muy buena. el "guía", Andrés, era un encanto, nos describió el monasterio y toda su historia de una forma única.
Disfrutaba enseñándonos todo.
el museo de las mariposas, precioso.el relato de la virgen Milagrosa.
Nos indicó una ruta de vuelta por unos pueblecitos encantadores, y el monte Hijedo,
ibamos por carretera a la par con caballos, vacas,..
Desde aquí GRACIAS . See more..
4.5 Iglesia de Santa Maria de Miera (4 reviews)
- De los desconocidos que merecen la pena
Spent 1-2 hours Religious Sites

Un pueblo pequeño, o pequeñísimo, pero con gente encantadora y una iglesia que también se denomina "catedral". Con origen en un monasterio del s. XI, su construcción actual data de entre los s. XV y XVII. Presenta reiteradamente el cuerno de la abundancia, tal vez de origen indiano. En su época fue el centro religioso de la zona, lo que explica su grandeza. Te la enseñan gratuitamente, aunque si quieres puedes dejar un donativo. En su puerta principal indican la forma de contactar. Tanto la ruta y el paisaje como la sorpresa de este monumento compensan el camino. See more..
4.5 Monasterio de San Sebastian de Hano (3 reviews)
- Hermoso entorno.
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

Convento de Capuchinos, las vistas de las marismas realmente bellas, con un poco de suerte se pueden ver distintas aves. La iglesia del monasterio es muy Bonita, en el retablo destaca la divina pastora. Como curiosidad esta enterrada Barbara de Blomberg (amante de Carlos V y madre de Don Juan de Austria). Merece la pena acercarse y disfrutar de un paseo por los alrededores.
Convento de Capuchinos, las vistas de las marismas realmente bellas, con un poco de suerte se pueden ver distintas aves. La iglesia del monasterio es muy Bonita, en el retablo destaca la divina pastora. Como curiosidad esta enterrada Barbara de Blomberg (amante de Carlos V y madre de Don Juan de Austria). Merece la pena acercarse y disfrutar de un paseo por los alrededores. See more..
2.5 Ermita Virgen del Refugio (3 reviews)
- Sin ningún interés
Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites

Es una pena que a veces te indiquen lugares o monumentos como dignos de visitarlo y que cuando llegues allí pienses que te has equivocado. No digo que no pueda tener significado par los fieles o ciudadanos, pero a nivel de visita turística es completamente prescindible. Y ni siquiera está abierta. See more..
4.5 Iglesia de San Vicente Martir (2 reviews)
- Muy bonita
Spent 1-2 hours Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

Es una Iglesia muy bonita, tanto por fuera como por dentro, merece una visita y el edificio contiguo también. See more..
4.5 Monasterio Monjas Trinitarias de Suesa (2 reviews)
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2.5 Ermita del Cristo del Humilladero (2 reviews)
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5.0 Santuario de Nuestra Senora del Carmen (1 review)
- Santuario Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

Lugar muy frecuentado,a la Virgen de Carmen tiene mucha devoción. Sobre todo el día 16 de julio, cuando miles de personas peregrinas a pie a visitar a Nuestra Señora. Ese día las Misas comienzan a las 5 de la mañana y cada hora se celebra una.
El Santuario está abierto todo el día. See more..
5.0 Parroquia de la Santa Cruz (1 review)
- Parroquia de Santa Cruz de Bezana
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

Bonita Iglesis, muy cuidada, en ello pone todo su empeño D. Ricardo su Párroco.
Cuenta con grupos de catequesis de Comunión y Confirmación.
Escuela de Adultos.
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4.0 Iglesia De El Salvador (1 review)
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2.0 Ermita de Nuestra Senora de las Nieves (1 review)
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4.0 Ermita Del Santo Ángel (1 review)
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4.0 Capilla del Carmen (1 review)
- Beautiful Chapel!
Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites

This is a beautiful chapel dedicated to Our Lady of the Carmel, the patroness of the marines. You can visit the chapel on Saturdays between 8.30 p.m. and 9.00 p.m. and Sunday from 10.00 a.m. to 10.30 a.m. The chapel is similar to the Imperial chapel of Biarritz. See more..
Ermita de San Antonio (0 review)
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Parroquia de Treceño Santa Maria La Mayor (0 review)
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Los Pinos (0 review)
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Ermita De La Virgen Del Carmen De Revilla De Camargo (0 review)
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Ermita De San Nicolás (0 review)
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Ermita de San Ildefonso (0 review)
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Menhir Matorra I (0 review)
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Ermita de San Pelayo (0 review)
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Ermita San Pedruco (0 review)
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