From its charming fishing villages to its glorious cliffs, Cantabria, located on Spain’s northern coast provides a feast for the eyes. The weather can be a little unreliable here, but if you can make sure to hit the shore at the region’s capital, Santander.
The Parque Nacional de los Picos de Europa is also worth a visit with its high meadows, dramatic limestone crafts and lakes. A mountain hike here may afford you a peek at some of its wildlife, such as brown bears, chamois, Iberian wolves, golden eagles, wild boar and red deer.