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Santoña

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Location of Santoña

Santoña

Location in Spain

Country

Spain

Comarca

Trasmiera

Judicial district

Santoña

Capital

Santoña

Area

• Total

11.53 km² (4.45 sq mi)

Elevation

7 m (23 ft)

Highest elevation

315 m (1,033 ft)

Lowest elevation

0 m (0 ft)

Population

• Total

11,050

• Density

958.4/km² (2,482.2/sq mi)

Demonym(s)

santoñés/a

Time zone

UTC+1 (CET)

• Summer (DST)

UTC+2 (CEST)

Postal code

39740 [1]

Official language(s)

Spanish

Santoña is a lively town on the eastern coast of Cantabria, a region in northern Spain. It sits right by a beautiful bay that shares its name. The town is about 45 kilometers (28 miles) from Santander, the capital city of Cantabria.

Santoña has two main parts: a flat urban area where most people live, and a hilly area. To the east, you'll find Mount Buciero. To the north are Brusco and the sandy Berria beach. San Martin beach marks the southern edge, while a busy fishing harbor and marshlands are to the west.

In August 1719, during a conflict called the War of the Quadruple Alliance, French forces, with help from the British Royal Navy, attacked Santoña. They successfully captured the town. Many important naval supplies were taken or destroyed. This event, along with the capture of San Sebastian, helped pressure King Philip V to agree to peace. He later signed the Treaty of The Hague (1720).

Life in Santoña: People and Places
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Life in Santoña: People and Places

Santoña is a vibrant community with several smaller areas. Each one adds to the town's unique character.

Main Population Centers

Most of Santoña's residents live in the main town itself. However, there are also a few smaller villages nearby.

Santoña: This is the main town and the heart of the community.
Dueso: In 2008, about 174 people lived here. Dueso is known for being the location of the Penal de El Dueso, a prison.
Piedrahíta: This village had about 173 residents in 2008.

Famous People from Santoña

Santoña has been home to several important figures throughout history. These individuals have made their mark in various fields.

Juan de la Cosa (1460-1509): A famous cartographer, explorer, and conquistador. He was known for drawing some of the earliest maps of the Americas.
Tomás de Teresa: An athlete who competed in the 800-meter race.
Luis Carrero Blanco: A Spanish Navy officer and politician who served as Prime Minister of Spain.
Osmar Ibáñez: A professional footballer.