Lic-Rias Occidentales Y Duna De Oyambre is a protected natural region in Cantabria, Spain, encompassing a diverse landscape of estuaries, marshes, cliffs, and extensive sandy beaches. This area, largely overlapping with Oyambre Natural Park, features significant ecological value with its varied ecosystems, including the Duna de Oyambre and Monte Corona woodlands. The terrain provides a suitable environment for several outdoor activities like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more. Its coastal and inland features offer varied routes for different…
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88
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5.75km
01:32
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60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.2km
02:57
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.2km
02:49
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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76.0km
05:06
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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90.9km
06:19
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1,560m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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70.1km
03:37
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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02:55
930m
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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61.6km
02:50
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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53.8km
02:51
910m
910m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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3.7
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141
runners
6.63km
00:42
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:58
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.70km
00:58
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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42
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38.9km
02:30
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.3km
02:08
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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21.4km
01:39
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
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43.4km
03:27
910m
910m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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51.6km
04:02
1,040m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40.3km
02:51
790m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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48.5km
03:29
960m
960m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Lic-Rias Occidentales Y Duna De Oyambre offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes such as estuaries, marshes, cliffs, and beaches, providing varied terrain for these sports. More than 150 routes are available, with an average rating of 4.5 stars.
The region offers diverse hiking trails, including coastal paths, estuarine routes, and woodland walks through areas like Monte Corona. Trails cater to various fitness levels, from easy family-friendly options to more challenging treks. For detailed information, explore Hiking in Lic-Rias Occidentales Y Duna De Oyambre.
Yes, Lic-Rias Occidentales Y Duna De Oyambre features numerous easy and family-friendly hiking trails. A popular low-difficulty circular walk is "Los Cámbaros," which spans 4.3 miles (7 kilometers) along the eastern coast. More options can be found in the Family-friendly hikes in Lic-Rias Occidentales Y Duna De Oyambre guide.
The region provides routes for road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. Cyclists can find paths along the coast, through rural landscapes, and on more demanding ascents. Guides like Road Cycling Routes in Lic-Rias Occidentales Y Duna De Oyambre and Cycling in Lic-Rias Occidentales Y Duna De Oyambre offer more details.
Lic-Rias Occidentales Y Duna De Oyambre offers diverse trails suitable for jogging. These routes combine the natural beauty of beaches, dunes, cliffs, and coastal forests. Information on specific running paths is available in the Running Trails in Lic-Rias Occidentales Y Duna De Oyambre guide.
The region is characterized by diverse ecosystems including estuaries and marshes (such as Tina Mayor and San Vicente), majestic cliffs ranging from 30 to 160 feet (10 to 50 meters) high, and extensive golden sandy beaches like Playa de Merón and Playa de Oyambre. It also features the Duna de Oyambre and the Monte Corona woodlands.
Yes, Lic-Rias Occidentales Y Duna De Oyambre is a highly valued protected natural space. It holds the designation of a Site of Community Importance (LIC) and largely overlaps with the Oyambre Natural Park, established in 1988. This protected status highlights its ecological value and biodiversity.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking in Lic-Rias Occidentales Y Duna De Oyambre, Family-friendly hikes, Road Cycling Routes, and Running Trails. There are also guides for MTB trails, easy hikes, and traffic-free bike rides.
The region is popular among outdoor enthusiasts on komoot, with more than 31,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in Lic-Rias Occidentales Y Duna De Oyambre have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars across over 3,500 ratings.
Yes, the region is situated along the historic Way of St. James (Camino de Santiago). It is also close to culturally significant towns such as Comillas and San Vicente de la Barquera, which possess a rich artistic and monumental heritage.
The Oyambre Natural Park has an Interpretation Center that serves as an information point. The phone number for the Interpretation Center is +34 942 71 20 19. An alternative number for general information is +34 942 049 438, and the email is oyambre@natureacantabria.com.

