Cantabrian Sea facts for kids
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 Cantabrian Sea
Location in Spain
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| Coordinates | 44°01′56″N 4°21′02″W / 44.0323°N 4.3506°W |
| Type | Sea |
| Primary inflows | Agüera, Asón, Bidasoa, Cares-Deva, Eo, Escudo, Miera, Nalón, Nansa, Navia, Pas, Pisueña, Saja-Besaya, Sella, Piles |
| Basin countries | Spain, France |
| Max. length | 800 km (497 mi) |
| Max. depth | 2,789 m (9,150 ft) |
The Cantabrian Sea is a special part of the Atlantic Ocean. This name is mostly used in Spain. It touches the northern coast of Spain and the southwest coast of France. It is also part of the larger Bay of Biscay.
Where is the Cantabrian Sea?
This sea stretches for about 800 km (497 mi) along the coast. It starts from a place called Estaca de Bares in province of A Coruña, Spain. It ends near the mouth of the Adour river in Bayonne, France.
Countries and Regions it Borders
The Cantabrian Sea borders several areas. In Spain, it touches these provinces:
In France, it borders the area of Labourd.
See also
In Spanish: Mar Cantábrico para niños
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