Arnia Beach

Highlights

  • • Urros: limestone formations over 90 million years old
  • • UNESCO Global Geopark of Costa Quebrada
  • • 220 m of golden sand between cliffs and platforms
  • • Spectacular sunsets over the urros
  • • Coastal path to Somocuevas and Covachos

Description

Arnia Beach is the icon of Costa Quebrada and one of Cantabria's most photographed beaches. Its rock formations, known as urros, are vertical limestone blocks over 90 million years old that emerge from the sea as remnants of ancient reefs.

The 220-metre golden sand beach is framed by cliffs and marine abrasion platforms that reveal Upper Cretaceous geology. At sunset, the raking light on the urros creates an otherworldly landscape.

The beach is part of the Costa Quebrada Geopark, a UNESCO Global Geopark. A coastal path connects it with the beaches of Somocuevas and Covachos, allowing you to walk the most spectacular geological stretch of the Cantabrian coast.

Key Information

Visit Duration

1-2 hours

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Guide

Essential information for visiting Arnia Beach

Location

How to get there

By carBy public transport

In this area

PiélagosMunicipio
Practical Information
Visit Duration
1-2 hours

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers about Arnia Beach

Vertical limestone blocks emerging from the sea. They are remnants of Upper Cretaceous reefs, over 90 million years old.
Yes, free car park next to the Arnia viewpoint. From there, stairs lead down to the beach.
Yes, but with caution. No lifeguard and currents can be strong near the rocks.