Somo Round Rice
Rest day in Somo
Potential distance: > 50 km
Day 7 of your trip offers another rest day, this time in Somo. This beautiful coastal town sits just across the bay from Santander. It is home to kilometres of beautiful white sand and deep blue waters, popular among water sports enthusiasts. The city of Santander is just a short boat ride away should you fancy taking alternative transport and visiting Cantabria’s capital city.
You could also take your bike or walk over to the charming seaside town of Pedreña, which is a popular spot among the locals for eating freshly grilled sardines. Fish from the Cantabrian sea are shipped all over the world, so why not sample some local delicacies such as sea bass, scorpion fish and albacore (longfin tuna).
Some of the other magnificent beaches in the area include Loredo, Langre or Galizano, which snakes down towards the shore and is flanked by green dunes. Nearby Ajo is another village famous for its cuisine, this time, paella. It is around 11 km from Somo as the crow flies, so if you want to avoid public transport, your bike is going to be your best option. Head over for a late lunch, wander about then cycle back to your hotel ready for sunset.