Penagos, Cantabria
Provincia de Cantabria · Cantabria · Spain · 1,704 residents
Liérganes
Royal Artillery Factory of La Cavada
Parque natural Macizo de Peña Cabarga
Palacio de Elsedo
Palace of La RañadaPenagos is a village in Provincia de Cantabria, Cantabria, Spain, home to around 1,704 people. There are 6 notable places to see in and around town, including Liérganes and Royal Artillery Factory of La Cavada. The nearest airport is Santander (SDR), about 7 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Liérganes, Royal Artillery Factory of La Cavada and Parque natural Macizo de Peña Cabarga.
- Best weather from July to September: the warmest and driest part of the year.
- Easy to reach: Santander (SDR) is 5 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Penagos
Ranked by how well known they are.
1beautiful village- 2protected area
Royal Artillery Factory of La Cavada
5 miles from the centre · Photo
cultural property in Riotuerto, Spain
- 3protected area
Parque natural Macizo de Peña Cabarga
1 mile from the centre · Photo
- 4palace
- 5palace
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6museumMuseum of the Royal Artillery Factory
6 miles from the centre · Photo
museum dedicated to the technology used to make naval artillery in the foundries of the former Royal Artillery Factory of La Cavada
Tours & tickets in Penagos
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Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Penagos and the villages around it is a hire car from Santander (SDR), about 7 min away.
Best time to visit Penagos
July to September: the warmest and driest part of the year.
- 13°CJan231 mm
- 14°CFeb136 mm
- 16°CMar122 mm
- 17°CApr109 mm
- 18°CMay179 mm
- 22°CJun112 mm
- 23°CJul66 mm
- 24°CAug105 mm
- 23°CSept146 mm
- 22°COct155 mm
- 17°CNov205 mm
- 13°CDec187 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°C | 6°C | 231 mm | 5 h |
| Feb | 14°C | 6°C | 136 mm | 7 h |
| Mar | 16°C | 8°C | 122 mm | 8 h |
| Apr | 17°C | 9°C | 109 mm | 9 h |
| May | 18°C | 10°C | 179 mm | 10 h |
| Jun | 22°C | 14°C | 112 mm | 10 h |
| Jul | 23°C | 16°C | 66 mm | 10 h |
| Aug | 24°C | 16°C | 105 mm | 10 h |
| Sept | 23°C | 14°C | 146 mm | 9 h |
| Oct | 22°C | 13°C | 155 mm | 7 h |
| Nov | 17°C | 10°C | 205 mm | 6 h |
| Dec | 13°C | 7°C | 187 mm | 6 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Santander (SDR)5 miles, about 7 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Bilbao (BIO)45 miles, about 1 h 5 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Asturias (OVD)112 miles, about 2 h 40 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 13 h 41 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Santander (7 miles), Bilbao (39 miles).
Penagos is good for
Around Penagos
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Penagos worth visiting?
Yes. Penagos is known for Liérganes, Royal Artillery Factory of La Cavada and Parque natural Macizo de Peña Cabarga. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Penagos?
July to September, with the warmest and driest part of the year.
How do I get to Penagos from the UK?
Fly to Santander (SDR), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 7 min by road. Bilbao (BIO) is an alternative, 45 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 13 h 41 min.
Is Penagos good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Penagos?
Santander (8 miles), Comillas (24 miles), Santoña (19 miles) and San Vicente de la Barquera (30 miles) are all within an hour or so.