Panteón del Inglés

Panteón del Inglés is a stone memorial with neo-gothic design standing on high ground between Devil's Bridge and El Bocal Beach. The structure rises above the coast and offers views over the sea and surrounding landscape.

The monument was commissioned in 1892 to remember an English friend who died in a riding accident. Its construction shows how important that friendship was and how people of that time chose to honor such connections.

The monument shows the close ties between Spanish and English communities in Santander through its architecture and inscriptions. These design elements tell of an exchange between both cultures that is reflected in how the site was built.

The site is reachable via a coastal path that connects several other spots and is straightforward to explore on foot. The route has clear landmarks like the lighthouse and multiple viewpoints along the way.

The monument carries the name of a burial place but actually contains no human remains, as the English friend was sent back to England after his death. This makes it unusual because it honors someone who is not buried there.

GPS coordinates: 43.49309,-3.80610

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:10