Santoña: Canning Factory and the Marshes Tour with Tasting



Enjoy a pleasant morning visiting the fishing village of Santoña and the Las Marismas Reserve. Visit an anchovy canning factory to learn about the manufacturing process and even taste some.

Highlights

  • Visit an anchovy factory
  • Learn about the history of this fishing village
  • Discover the beautiful marshes of Santoña

Description

On this visit we discover the natural environment of the Las Marismas Reserve, the main wetland in the north of the peninsula, and its environmental importance, during a pleasant walking tour through the natural environment. It is one of the wetlands of most ecological value in the north of Spain, and is used as a winter refuge and migratory passage by many species of birds and fishes.

Next, we visit a canning factory where we will be shown first-hand the anchovy fillet making process, all accompanied by a tasting of the factory's products. You will learn about the process of anchovy production and savor this popular product.

Includes

Map or brochure of Santoña / Tasting at the anchovy fillet canning factory

Excludes

Tips

Important Information

  • On Saturdays or local or national holidays, the factory may not be operating. Even so, the tour can be held as normal. In that case, one of the factory’s employees will give a live demonstration of filleting an anchovy matured in salt

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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Frequently Asked Questions

You will visit the Las Marismas Reserve wetlands and a local anchovy canning factory while learning about Santoña's fishing heritage.
The canning factory is located in Santoña, a coastal fishing village near San Sebastian known for its anchovy production.
The walking tour through the wetland area typically lasts around one hour, but check the website for specific tour duration.
Yes, the tour includes a tasting session featuring anchovy products directly from the canning factory.
Visitors can observe migratory birds, wintering species, and various fish native to this ecologically important wetland.
The tour involves walking on flat terrain and is generally suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Bird migration seasons in spring and autumn are ideal, but the marshes are interesting year-round; check seasonal availability.
Advance booking is recommended to secure a spot, especially during peak tourist seasons.
The tour typically starts in Santoña, which is about a one-hour drive east of San Sebastian.
The guide provides insights into Santoña's fishing village history throughout the marshes walk and factory visit.

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