Suances, Cantabria
Provincia de Cantabria · Cantabria · Spain · 6,984 residents · on the coast
Suances is a seaside small town in Provincia de Cantabria, Cantabria, Spain, home to around 6,984 people. There are 9 notable places to see in and around town, including Playa de Santa Justa and Castillo de Suances. The nearest airport is Santander (SDR), about 16 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Playa de Santa Justa, Castillo de Suances and Faro de Suances.
- On the coast, with 7 named beaches nearby.
- Best weather from July: daytime highs between 22°C and 22°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Santander (SDR) is 11 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Suances
Ranked by how well known they are.
1beachPlaya de Santa Justa
3 miles from the centre · Photo
2castleCastillo de Suances
In the centre · Photo
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3lighthouse
4beachLos Locos (Suances)
In the centre · Photo
5beachCuchía beach
1 mile from the centre · Photo
6beachPlaya de los Caballos
1 mile from the centre · Photo
9beachLa Riberuca
In the centre · Photo
Playa de La Concha
beach · In the centre
Playa de La Ribera (Suances)
beach · In the centre
Tours & tickets in Suances
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Suances can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Suances
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for July.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Suances and the villages around it is a hire car from Santander (SDR), about 16 min away.
Best time to visit Suances
July: daytime highs between 22°C and 22°C with little rain.
- 13°CJan188 mm
- 14°CFeb113 mm
- 15°CMar87 mm
- 16°CApr83 mm
- 17°CMay115 mm
- 21°CJun86 mm
- 22°CJul58 mm
- 24°CAug80 mm
- 22°CSept133 mm
- 21°COct172 mm
- 17°CNov155 mm
- 14°CDec126 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°C | 7°C | 188 mm | 6 h |
| Feb | 14°C | 7°C | 113 mm | 7 h |
| Mar | 15°C | 8°C | 87 mm | 8 h |
| Apr | 16°C | 9°C | 83 mm | 10 h |
| May | 17°C | 11°C | 115 mm | 11 h |
| Jun | 21°C | 15°C | 86 mm | 10 h |
| Jul | 22°C | 16°C | 58 mm | 11 h |
| Aug | 24°C | 17°C | 80 mm | 11 h |
| Sept | 22°C | 15°C | 133 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 21°C | 14°C | 172 mm | 7 h |
| Nov | 17°C | 11°C | 155 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 14°C | 8°C | 126 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)11 miles, about 16 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Bilbao (BIO)58 miles, about 1 h 22 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Asturias (OVD)100 miles, about 2 h 22 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 (12 miles), Bilbao (51 miles).
Suances is good for
Around Suances
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Suances worth visiting?
Yes. Suances is known for Playa de Santa Justa, Castillo de Suances and Faro de Suances, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Suances?
July, with daytime highs between 22°C and 22°C with little rain.
How do I get to Suances from the UK?
Fly to Santander (SDR), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 16 min by road. Bilbao (BIO) is an alternative, 58 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 13 h 41 min.
Is Suances good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Suances?
Santander (12 miles), Llanes (36 miles), Comillas (13 miles) and Santoña (29 miles) are all within an hour or so.