Cartes

Cartes is a municipality in Cantabria that combines traditional architecture with the rolling green landscape of northern Spain. The town retains its rural character while holding official status as a protected cultural heritage site.

Cartes developed over centuries as a settlement in the Cantabrian region and later received formal protection as a recognized cultural heritage site. This designation preserves the architectural and historical character that defines the municipality today.

The Iglesia de Santa María anchors daily life in Cartes as the focal point of the community. Its presence shapes how residents and visitors experience the town's sense of place and continuity.

The best time to explore is outside peak summer season when local services are easily accessible. The village is walkable on foot and parking can be found near the church and town center.

The Conjunto Histórico Artístico la Villa contains buildings that show different building styles reflecting how northern Spanish settlements evolved over time. Walking through reveals how construction techniques and local tastes changed across different periods.

Location: Cantabria

Capital city: Cartes

Elevation above the sea: 40 m

Part of: Mancomunitat Altamira-Los Valles

Shares border with: Reocín, Torrelavega, San Felices de Buelna, Mazcuerras, Los Corrales de Buelna

Address: 39311 Cartes, Cantabria, Spain

Website: http://aytocartes.org

GPS coordinates: 43.32556,-4.06806

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:03