Theatrical Visit to Napoleonic Santoña
Descriptions come from the operator and are translated automatically.
- 1.5–2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 4 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
On this visit your guide will be the French emperor himself who will guide you through the fortifications of what was the impregnable square of the French troops in the War of Independence. Such was its strategic importance that it came to be called "The French Gibraltar" or the "Gibraltar of the North". Dare to have a fun and different time while learning about the history and culture of the place.
Inclusions
What's included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
At that point we will give the introduction to the visit, you will meet the French emperor who will teach you how to parade appropriately to carry out the visit and obey the basic orders of a military troop. High! Firm! In formation of 3! Take cover!
We will see the fortification located at the foot of the monument to the bicentenary of the capitulation of the Napoleonic troops and we will learn about the history of the Napoleonic capitulation and the role of the French, Spanish and British troops in it.
After climbing the stairs that give access to the monument to the Virgen del Puerto we will enjoy one of the best views of the bay of Santoña in addition to knowing the reason for the location of this monument to the Patroness of Santoña at the entrance to the bay as well as the mystery of the faces engraved on its base.
To get to this 17th century fort, we will have previously visited San Martín beach, the monument to the Virgen del Puerto with the pertinent explanations. Once we arrive at the fort we will interpret this fortification, the location of the cannons, its strategic defensive role before returning through the old quarry to the San Martín fort.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Monument of the "letters of Santoña" on the seafront (Paseo Pereda) in front of the military board.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 30 travellers
- Operated by
- Servicios turísticos Nicolás Chuzeville
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The tour includes going up and down stairs
How it compares in Cantabria
- Its from-price is 81% below the median of the 47 experiences we list in Cantabria.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Cantabria
Cantabria is a green region of northern Spain between the sea and the Picos de Europa, with prehistoric caves, fishing ports and mountain valleys.
Cantabria is a narrow strip of northern Spain squeezed between the Bay of Biscay and the Cantabrian Mountains, with the Picos de Europa rising in the south-west. Its capital, Santander, has a sweep of beaches and the Magdalena Palace on a peninsula, and the coast to either side is cut with estuaries, cliffs and fishing ports such as Laredo, Santoña and Castro Urdiales.
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