Playa de Somo Beach - Cantabria

Playa de Somo or the Somo Beach is located in Cantabria, Spain and is the perfect destination for vacationing. Even though the beach is visited by a large number of people on any given day, still, the expanse of the beach keeps it relatively un-crowded. So, you can surely enjoy peaceful moments with your loved ones or just on your own. The Beach is 6 km of clean white sand that meets the blue water and is very famous for surfing activities. Sand dunes form at the beach, with the interplay water and air into interesting formations that seem to have a life of their own. Considered one of the finest holiday spots in Spain, Playa de Somo Beach exudes an atmosphere that leaves a lasting impression on your mind. The high cliffs and the crashing waters create a dramatic experience, while the surrounding area has lots to offer for tourists.

Though surrounded by an urbanized town having world-class hotels and other accommodation facilities, you will be surprised to find how the environs change into a natural view, where you can see the sea merging with the sky at the horizon. If you have the spirit of an explorer who is interested in checking out the local attractions as well, then you can also try out the holiday homes in Cantabria.

Playa de Somo is located near Santander and is a hub of water sports, some of the popular nautical activities that you can do are :

• Water surfing
• Kite surfing
• Wind surfing
• Camping
• Fishing
• Exploring the National park (Parque Nacional de los Picos de Europa)
• Checking out the bird sanctuary

Currency
In Spain, the currency is Euro, and 1 Euro is equivalent to a US dollar. You can easily find money exchange facilities in Spain, but do check out the prevailing rates before visiting.

Climate
Satandar, situated in the north has a temperate climate. To get sun kissed whilst avoiding the harsh hot summers, visit the place in the months of April to October.

How To Reach
To reach Santander, you can directly arrive at the airport or take an indirect but shorter route from Bilbao airport to Santander by car. As per convenience you can even opt to go by a ship or train.