Somo Beach is the cradle of surfing in Cantabria; probably one of the most recognized beaches in the region. It’s a sandy beach about 2,000 meters long, stretching from El Puntal to its neighboring Loredo Beach. Its wide range of resources, infrastructure, and impact—thanks to the many surf schools—make it a highly frequented beach. However, its large size allows visitors to enjoy it comfortably. It features a seaside promenade, ideal for walking and enjoying the surrounding biodiversity. Together with El Puntal and Loredo Beach, it forms the longest sandy stretch on the Cantabrian coast, nearly 8 km in total.

In the area known as Las Quebrantas (closest to El Puntal), surfing takes place all year round, with competitions thanks to its strong waves.

SPOT DETAILS

• Optimal tide conditions: varies depending on the seabed
• Wave type: has three particularly well-known peaks
  • El Barco – mainly left-hand waves and good rights at low tide
    • El Camping – long and powerful left
• La Curva – long lefts and rights
• Swell: from one to two meters
• Wind: south, southwest, east, northeast
• Bottom: sand
• Required level: low – intermediate
• Water temperature: 13ºC in winter; 20ºC in summer
• Season: year-round

SERVICES

• Lifeguard service
• Daily cleaning
• Showers
• Accessible for people with reduced mobility
• Parking: public