Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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The tour includes going up and down stairs
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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On this visit your guide will be the French emperor himself who will guide you through the fortifications of what was the impregnable square of the French troops in the War of Independence.
Such was its strategic importance that it came to be called "The French Gibraltar" or the "Gibraltar of the North".
Dare to have a fun and different time while learning about the history and culture of the place.
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in Greek & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in Greek & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Letras gigantes de SANTOÑA
Monument of the "letters of Santoña" on the seafront (Paseo Pereda) in front of the military board.
Return
Theatrical Visit to Napoleonic Santoña
About
On this visit your guide will be the French emperor himself who will guide you through the fortifications of what was the impregnable square of the French troops in the War of Independence.
Such was its strategic importance that it came to be called "The French Gibraltar" or the "Gibraltar of the North".
Dare to have a fun and different time while learning about the history and culture of the place.
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in Greek & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in Greek & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Letras gigantes de SANTOÑA
Monument of the "letters of Santoña" on the seafront (Paseo Pereda) in front of the military board.
Return
Itinerary
1
Letras gigantes de SANTOÑA
At that point we will give the introduction to the visit, you will meet the French emperor who will teach you how to parade appropriately to carry out the visit and obey the basic orders of a military troop. High! Firm! In formation of 3! Take cover!
15 minutes
2
Fuerte de San Martin
We will see the fortification located at the foot of the monument to the bicentenary of the capitulation of the Napoleonic troops and we will learn about the history of the Napoleonic capitulation and the role of the French, Spanish and British troops in it.
20 minutes
3
Virgen del Puerto
After climbing the stairs that give access to the monument to the Virgen del Puerto we will enjoy one of the best views of the bay of Santoña in addition to knowing the reason for the location of this monument to the Patroness of Santoña at the entrance to the bay as well as the mystery of the faces engraved on its base.
20 minutes
4
Fuerte San Carlos
To get to this 17th century fort, we will have previously visited San Martín beach, the monument to the Virgen del Puerto with the pertinent explanations. Once we arrive at the fort we will interpret this fortification, the location of the cannons, its strategic defensive role before returning through the old quarry to the San Martín fort.
