Cliff Hiking in San Vicente de la Barquera

Stands out for

  • • Simultaneous cliff / Oyambre beach and Picos de Europa views
  • • Punta Silla Lighthouse at the westernmost point of the route
  • • Cueva del Culebre sea cave with Cantabrian maritime legends
  • • Within Oyambre Natural Park (protected area)
  • • Fully waymarked with yellow and white PR blazes
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Description

A 10-kilometre circular route (approximately 3 hours) along the spectacular cliffs of San Vicente de la Barquera within Oyambre Natural Park. The trail follows the coastline from the town to the Punta Silla Lighthouse, passes the Cueva del Culebre sea cave and offers unbroken views of Oyambre's beaches with the Picos de Europa as a backdrop. Moderate accumulated elevation gain (250 m). Waymarked with yellow and white blazes. Free access.

Key Info

Difficulty

Moderate

Best season

Spring, Summer, Autumn

Recommended Age Range

Teenagers (13-17 years), 18-25 years, 26-64 years

Experience type

On your own

Not suitable for kids

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San Vicente de la BarqueraMunicipio

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San Vicente Cliffs Circular Trail

10 km with views of the Picos de Europa and the Cantabrian coast

Duration 3 h
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Duration: 3 horas (10 km)
Description

A 10 km circular trail along the cliffs of San Vicente de la Barquera with views of the Picos de Europa and the Cantabrian coast. The route passes Merón beach, the Punta de la Silla lighthouse and returns through the historic centre.

Included Services
  • Waymarked trail with free access
Free

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Not recommended for under-10s due to exposed cliff-edge sections. For families, the initial stretch to Merón Beach is easier.
Yes, trekking shoes with good grip are recommended. The terrain can be slippery when wet, especially grassy cliff-edge sections.
There are no fountains on the trail. Carry at least 1.5 litres per person, more in summer.