Ojos del Diablo trail on Monte Candina

Stands out for

  • • Ojos del Diablo: two natural rock arches framing the sea, the most iconic image of the eastern coast
  • • Coastal vulture colony: the only griffon vulture colony on sea cliffs in Europe
  • • Karst landscape: limestone pavements, sinkholes and Cantabrian holm oak forest
  • • Sonabia beach: wild beach at the foot of the massif, ideal for a swim after the hike
  • • 360° views: panorama of the entire eastern coast from Islares to Laredo
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Description

A 7.3 km circular trail through the Candina massif to the Ojos del Diablo (Devils Eyes), two natural stone arches framing the Cantabrian Sea. The path departs from Sonabia and climbs through karst terrain with limestone pavements and sinkholes to reach these natural viewpoints at around 350 metres altitude. Along the way you pass through a Cantabrian holm oak forest and a vulture nesting area, home to the only coastal griffon vulture colony in Europe. Views stretch from Sonabia beach to the Islares cliffs and on clear days the Basque coast.

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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By car Public transport

In this area

Castro UrdialesMunicipio

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By car to Sonabia car park, accessible from the A-8 motorway exit. Parking available near the beach.
Medium-high difficulty. The ascent is steep with rocky terrain. Mountain boots and good fitness required.
Between 2.5 and 4 hours depending on pace. The full circular route is 7.3 km with 350m elevation gain.
Not recommended for young children due to rocky terrain and exposed sections near the cliffs.
No water sources. Carry at least 1.5 litres per person.