Discover the essence of our municipality by walking the routes that connect us to various points of interest and neighbouring municipalities.
Discover the essence of our municipality by walking the routes that connect us to various points of interest and neighbouring municipalities.
This round-trip walk covers approximately 3 km along Remigio Walkway, following the banks of the Asón River. It is accessible and safe for everyone, including people with reduced mobility and those with prams. Along the route, you will find two playgrounds.
The walkway runs alongside the river and includes one of the sections of the renowned Charles V Route, marking the path taken by the Emperor after disembarking at Laredo to travel to the Monastery of Yuste.
Starting at the Limpias Town Hall, you will pass by the old port, the canoeing club, the Spanish Navy Museum, the town’s bowling alley, and the Espina jetty, ending in the Costamar Garden. This is a perfect spot to unwind in tranquil surroundings with views of the Santoña Marshes in the distance. Additionally, it’s an ideal area for birdwatching and spotting wildlife unique to the estuary.
This walk is the perfect blend of nature and history.
This route begins at the Church of San Pedro (designated a Site of Cultural Interest) in the Rucoba neighbourhood. You will ascend through a series of paths to reach the highest point, where markers will guide you to the Yelso de Hayas menhir. Once reached, you will begin your descent to return to the starting point.
This circular, semi-urban, cultural route is suitable for most people. It begins at the parking area of San Pedro Church. From here, you will follow various paths through the town of Limpias, ascending to the Clock Tower. Once at the top, you will begin the descent, returning to the starting point. Throughout the route, you will see several heritage sites in the municipality.
The Yelso de Hayas site is one of the region's most symbolic locations and a traditional landmark between the municipalities of Limpias, Ampuero, and Liendo. The Yelso is a megalithic menhir, which in ancient times served as a boundary marker for grazing land.
It is the oldest megalithic monument in Cantabria, over 5,500 years old. Nearby, a Mesolithic settlement was also discovered, part of a larger megalithic necropolis.
This circular route has an elevation gain of approximately 555 metres. The route begins at the Limpias Town Hall, heading up towards the Clock Tower. You will continue along Monte Mazagudo and Los Tojos, flanked by eucalyptus and pine trees, until reaching the antennas in Liendo, marking the end of the ascent. The descent leads you to Yelso de Hayas, where you’ll find the historic "Mojón Alto"menhir, located at the boundary of Limpias, Liendo, and Ampuero municipalities. The route concludes at the Church of San Pedro Apóstol in Limpias.
This route starts on the National Road and winds up through various neighbourhoods, eventually reaching Seña.
Along the way, you’ll enjoy beautiful views of the estuary and surrounding mountains.
Near the Parador de Limpias, Mount Cobetillas offers a trail leading to its highest point. To begin the ascent, keep the entrance and wall of the Parador to your right; when the wall ends, turn left, where you will find a path that joins with another to continue the ascent. Halfway up, you will pass through a eucalyptus forest, which will lead you to the summit of Mount Cobetillas.
