Coastal cliff path from Sonabia to Laredo

Stands out for

  • • Paso de Presa and Paso del Francés: technical sections with fixed ropes over the sea
  • • San Julián hermitage: isolated chapel on a headland between cliffs
  • • Hidden coves: access to coves impossible to reach by any other route
  • • Erillo viewpoint: panoramic view of the inlet and the cliffs
  • • La Atalaya viewpoint: triumphant arrival overlooking La Salvé beach in Laredo
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Description

The most spectacular stretch of the Senda del Litoral between Sonabia and Laredo: 10 km along the base of the Candina massif cliffs. The route includes two technical passages with fixed ropes (Paso de Presa and Paso del Francés), both over the Cantabrian Sea drop. Between them, the San Julián hermitage on a headland, coves inaccessible from land and the Erillo inlet viewpoint. The final section descends to Aila beach and La Atalaya in Laredo. Not suitable for those with vertigo.

Key Info

Difficulty

Hard

Best season

Weather dependent

Experience type

On your own

Not suitable for kids

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Location

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LaredoMunicipio

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The technical passages have fixed ropes but are over a sheer drop. Not suitable for those with vertigo or children. Mountain experience required.
The route is linear. Return by taxi or bus from Laredo to Sonabia/Oriñón. You can also leave a car at each end.
3 to 4 hours at a good pace. Technical passages can cause delays if busy.
Yes, from Laredo to Sonabia. Difficulty is similar in both directions.
Spring and autumn. Summer is hot with no shade. In winter, wind and rain make the technical passages difficult.