Gastronomic route through Cantabria: authentic flavors

Activities in Cantabria offer much more than spectacular landscapes and charming towns. If you're a foodie, a gastronomic tour of Cantabria is the perfect way to experience the local culture through its most authentic flavors. At Viajes Exploring Cantabria, we design experiences that combine tradition, local produce, and the pleasure of sharing a meal.

Activities in Cantabria: Discover the Gastronomic Route

Among the activities in Cantabria, gastronomic tours are one of the most popular options. These tours allow you to learn about the region's typical products, visit markets, visit producers' workshops, and, of course, taste dishes prepared with care and quality.

A gastronomic tour is much more than just sitting down to a meal. It's immersing yourself in history, understanding the importance of raw materials, meeting local producers, and learning to savor every bite. That's why, at Viajes Exploring Cantabria, our activities in Cantabria include personalized itineraries where local produce takes center stage.

Flavors you can't miss in Cantabria

Cantabria is a region with a unique culinary heritage. Some of the must-try products and dishes you can enjoy during our Cantabria activities include:

• Sobao Pasiego and Quesada: traditional sweets handcrafted in the Pasiegos Valleys.

• Santoña anchovies: a gourmet delicacy that has conquered palates around the world.

• Cantabrian cheeses: from the picón de Bejes-Tresviso to raw milk cheeses, an explosion of flavor.

• Mountain stew: the ultimate stew, perfect for replenishing your energy after a hike.

• Fresh seafood and fish: direct from the Cantabrian Sea to your table, with options such as bonito, anchovy, and spider crabs.

Unique gastronomic experiences

In our Cantabria activities, we offer much more than a simple tasting. We organize visits to local producers, where you can learn how to make quesadas, sobaos, or even salt anchovies. We also include guided tastings with experts and Cantabrian wine pairings.

Some of our highlights include:

• Sobao and Quesada Route in the Pasiegos Valleys.

• Anchovy workshop in Santoña.

• Artisan cheese tastings in Liébana.

• Food tour of Santander, with stops at local markets and taverns .

Plan your gastronomic route with us

Planning your culinary experience is easy with Viajes Exploring Cantabria. We design personalized itineraries based on your tastes and available time. Whether it's a day trip or a weekend getaway, we take care of everything so you can focus on enjoying yourself.

You can check out our activities in Cantabria on our website and follow us on Instagram to discover new ideas and destinations.

Tips for your gastronomic route

• Travel hungry: there will be plenty of treats to try!

• Wear comfortable clothing: many of our routes combine gastronomy and walks through rural settings.

• Open your mind to new flavors: each dish is a window into Cantabrian culture.

• Don't forget to buy local products: a delicious souvenir of your trip.

Discovering the flavors of Cantabria through our Cantabria activities is a unique way to get to know the region. At Viajes Exploring Cantabria, we create gastronomic tours that allow you to enjoy local produce, connect with producers, and experience authentic experiences.

Book your gastronomic tour with us on our website and begin to savor Cantabria's essence.