THE SETTING Located the historic coastal village of Trasvia, in the western part of the province of Cantabria and 50 km. from the cosmopolitan capital of Santander, the Villa Carmen de Castro offers an incomparable setting. Its strategic location offers the best Cantabria has to offer the most discriminating tourist in search of relaxation, adventure and culture. In addition to the history and charm of Trasvia, the villa is situated in the Oyambre Nature Reserve, an unspoiled 5,000 hectares natural space with estuary, lagoon, dunes, beach and varied wildlife especially marine birds. The area offers a gentle micro-climate and a remarkable eco-systems, characteristic of the Cantabrian coastline. Combine this with the proximty of historic Comillas, the impressive Picos de Europa National Park and the unlimited activities and sports the region has to offer and Carmen de Castro offers an exceptional setting for a holiday. Activities / Sports