Dramatised Tour of Napoleonic Santoña

This dramatised tour takes you to the early 19th century with Napoleon Bonaparte through the streets of Santoña, offering insights into the town's history in an entertaining manner.

Dramatised Tour of Napoleonic Santoña

Experience the beginning of the 19th century and explore the past of Santoña. Napoleon Bonaparte will be waiting at the Monument to Juan de la Cosa on the seafront promenade.

Join the French general as he narrates the history of key local forts, notably the forts of San Martín and San Carlos, which were crucial for protecting the bay of Santoña. Specific details about battles will be shared by Bonaparte himself.

The tour includes a visit to the interior of the fort of San Carlos to understand its strategic function. Participants are expected to keep pace with the French emperor's military marching and follow his soldierly instructions.

Additionally, the tour reveals why both British and French flags fly on the promenade, as the town was referred to as "the French or northern Gibraltar" during the six years of French occupation.

The tour concludes in central Santoña, where participants bid farewell to Napoleon after an engaging hour and a half experience.