Naturally, Cantabria

2023 is the perfect year to do the Lebaniego Way. Follow this spectacular way that takes you from San Vicente de la Barquera to the Monastery of Santo Toribio de Liébana, one the most important holy sites for Christian pilgrims. Embrace the hospitality that every town and village extends to pilgrims, feel this green land with every step you take, savour a delicious Lebaniego stew at one of the family inns you'll find along the way… and do it this year, Lebaniego Jubilee Year, a unique time to live this experience to the full and enjoy a wide range of cultural activities in the region and throughout the whole of Cantabria.

Enjoy the privilege of entering the monastery through the magnificent Door of Forgiveness, which only opens in Jubilee Year, and discover the treasure inside: the Lignum Crucis, considered to be the world's largest piece of the True Cross.

While following the route, take the opportunity to explore Liébana, one of the most authentic regions of Cantabria that has preserved its character and its connection to age-old traditions; an ideal destination to practise rural tourism and stay with the local people in charming little towns and villages surrounded by nature.

Stroll through the narrow streets of the old quarter of Potes, gaze at the mansions adorned with coats of arms that hint at a rich medieval history, and discover why this place is known as the "town of bridges and towers". Admire the Lebaniego architecture in Mogrovejo, the most photographed village in Cantabria thanks to its unique setting nestling in the mountains of Cantabria; join in the traditional Pericote and Trepeletré dances in Vega de Liébana; and ride the Fuente Dé cable car, a must on any trip to Cantabria, for breathtaking views of the Picos de Europa mountains.

Enjoy the Liébana countryside and the Picos de Europa National Park, perfect for an outdoor adventure holiday: hiking for all ages and levels, mountain biking, horse riding, climbing, paragliding, stargazing...

And to regain your strength, the region invites you to sit down and try its famous cuisine, which as well the legendary Lebaniego stew includes big game, freshwater fish like trout and salmon from the River Deva, artisan smoked cheeses, local desserts like Lebaniego frisuelos and homemade liqueurs.