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Infantado Tower
Fortification of the fourteenth century at the foot of the Picos de Europa. It houses an exhibition on the Beato de Liéb
Cantabria / Cantabria
CantabriaCantabria
Potes
CantabriaCantabriaIdeal for a quiet visit
Ideal time to visit. Little tourist affluence foreseen.
IN FIGURES
Heritage and Tradition
291m
ALTITUDE
S. XV
TORRE DEL INFANTADO
1.500
INHABITANTS
LIÉBANA
CAPITAL
What you'll find here
Castle / Fortress
monumental · S. XV · Open to visitors
Infantado Tower
Notable church
gotica renacentista barroca · S. XIV-XIX · Open to visitors
St. Vincent
Notable hermitage
barroca · S. XVII-XVIII · Open to visitors
San Cayetano
Roman or medieval bridge
×2 · transitable · MEDIEVAL
San Cayetano and the Jail
Gothic gem
S. XIV · Open to visitors
San Vicente Church
National Historic Site
historic town
By a river
Deva and Quiviesa
Stone village
Movie village (film locations)
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H0us3 (2019) - movie - Speak, mute (1972) - movie.
Film locations
- H0us3(2019)Film
- Speak, mute(1972)Film
Potes, in the heart of the Valley of Liébana.
Potes, located in the heart of the valley of Liébana and surrounded by spectacular scenery, is undoubtedly one of the most charming villages in Cantabria. It is the meeting point of rivers and cultures, people and illusions.
The town of Potes is rich in history. Documented since the ninth century, it was linked to the noble houses of the Marquis of Santillana and the Infantado.
Strolling through its streets you will find countless samples of its history and culture. Not in vain, in 1983 the town was declared a Historic-Artistic Site. But Potes is not only history, its privileged location at
…Images of Potes
What to see
Places of interest
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San Vicente Church
Historical Artistic Monument of Gothic style with Renaissance and Baroque influences. Built in the 14th century and rebu
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Orejón de la Lama Tower
Medieval tower of the XV-XVI centuries, also known as Torre de Bedoya. It is currently used as a venue for exhibitions a
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Medieval bridges
Several medieval bridges cross the historic center over the Deva River and its tributaries, giving rise to the name of t
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San Cayetano Chapel
Baroque hermitage of the XVII-XVIII centuries. It is part of the religious heritage of the town and of the monumental co
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Former Convent of San Raimundo
Convent founded in 1608. It currently houses an exhibition on the region of Liébana. It is a reference of the conventual
What to do in Potes
Routes, experiences and activities to discover the village.
What to do
Experiences by category
Nature
Hiking, landscapes and natural areas
Culture
Monuments, museums and historical heritage
In the family
Activities for all ages
Heritage
Properties of cultural interest and historic architecture
Pet-friendly
Spaces and activities to go with your pet
Location
Potes is located in Cantabria, Cantabria.
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Motorhome areas
Where to stay overnight and refuel services with your motorhome in Potes.
Vanventure Camper Park - Fonfría
15 €/night36 seats · Services only: 5 € · Pets allowed · Managed by Vanventure Camper Park
Area services
- Drinking water
- Grey water drainage
- Sewage emptying / chemical toilet
- Electricity
- Wi-Fi
- Showers
- Washing machine
- Sinks
- Toilets
- Picnic area
- Fenced / guarded enclosure
Capital of Liébana; views to Picos de Europa. Center at ~300 m. Trailers prohibited.
- Access:
- Calle Fonfría 6. Private area with 24 h access via PVerde/Intelligent Parking app. Overnight stay 15 € including emptying; electricity +4 €; services only 5 € (9:00-21:00, max. 30 min). Max. length 8.5 m.
- Phone:
- +34 623 545 426
Santa Olaja Parking Lot (CEIP Concepción Arenal)
Free overnight stay3 seats · Pets allowed · Managed by City Council of Potes
Area services
- Drinking water
- Grey water drainage
- Sewage emptying / chemical toilet
- Electricity
- Wi-Fi
- Showers
- Washing machine
- Sinks
- Toilets
- Picnic area
- Fenced / guarded enclosure
Free alternative without services; gas station ~2 km. Other free parking at C. La Portilla (~400 m).
- Access:
- Barrio Santa Olaja 4, next to CEIP Concepción Arenal (N-621). Mixed ground/grass parking; usual free overnight stay. Very limited spaces.
- Phone:
- +34 942 727 001
Carga eléctrica
Puntos de recarga para vehículos eléctricos
Cerca del pueblo(22 puntos)
A 0.2 kmRápido · 22 kW
ElectromapsCalle de Eduardo García de EnterríaA 0.2 kmSemi-rápido · 7.2 kW
ElectromapsCalle de Sta. Olaja, 4, PotesA 0.4 kmSemi-rápido · 11 kW
Fenie Energía (Spain)Potes, PotesDatos: OpenChargeMap (CC BY 4.0)
