Santoña Canning Factory & Marshland Tour, Santoña

Details

Duration

1 hour 45 minutes.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and other languages.

Included

English–speaking guide
Visit to a canning factory in Santoña and tasting of anchovies
Binoculars

When to book

You can book up to 1 hour in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Reviews of our customers

9.8

Exceptional 41 Travelers·8 reviews

May 27, 2026
Lia
Netherlands
A very good tour! Everything was very well organized from start to finish. The guide was friendly, enthusiastic, and shared a lot of interesting infor...
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September 14, 2023
Heleen
Groningen, Netherlands
Great value for money! The guide was superb. Spoke English very well. Paid much attention to the participants, told very much background knowledge abo...
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October 26, 2024
Kate Michell
United Kingdom
Very informative trip. Well worth visiting.
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October 23, 2024
Anthony
Wilmington, Nc, United States
Very well done! Learned a lot about anchovies.
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September 12, 2024
Andrew
Daventry, United Kingdom
Very interesting and informative.
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August 28, 2022
Anonymous
Philippines
It was good. The guide was approachable and did his best to share all the information needed on the trip.
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Discover the anchovy canning process in Cantabria with this Santoña Canning Factory & Marshland Tour. You'll also visit one of the town's most visited locations.

Description

We'll meet up at the designated time near the welcoming mural of Santoña, situated alongside the Avenida de Lons parking lot. Are you prepared to discover one of Cantabria's hidden treasures? Let's embark on this journey!

Before commencing our excursion, we'll delve into the rich history and culture of Santoña, featuring notable figures like Juan de la Cosa, an esteemed sailor and cartographer from Santoña who played a role in the exploration of the Americas. Additionally, we'll uncover the intriguing tales of the Faro del Caballo and Santoña's renowned Carnival, celebrated as a Festival of National Tourist Interest.

Next, we'll make our way to the Natural Park of the Marshes of Santoña, Victoria, and Joyel. This expansive wetland, among the largest in the northern Iberian Peninsula, boasts remarkable environmental significance. As we traverse this natural gem, we'll provide insights into the region's critical role as a habitat for diverse migratory bird species.

Continuing our journey, we'll visit one of Santoña's anchovy canning factories. Which specific factory we visit will vary depending on the season. We'll witness the meticulous process of preparing anchovy fillets, from fish cleaning to their arrangement and packaging in tins for distribution and consumption.

Concluding our guided tour of the factory, we'll relish a tasting session of Santoña's renowned anchovies. Undoubtedly, this exquisite product has grown to be a symbol of Cantabrian cuisine.

Finally, after between 1 hour and 45 minutes and 2 hours, we'll draw our excursion to a close.

Partial Closures

On Saturday, public holidays, and long weekends, the factory may be closed. In this case, one of its employees will show us an anchovy filleting demonstration.

Description

Finally, after between 1 hour and 45 minutes and 2 hours, we'll draw our excursion to a close.

Santoña Canning Factory & Marshland Tour