Anievas

02Geography

Anievas is situated in the central region of Cantabria, forming a small valley within the Besaya River basin. It is bordered by Los Corrales de Buelna and San Felices de Buelna to the north, Arenas de Iguña to the west and south, and Corvera de Toranzo to the east. The area features several notable mountains, including the Espina del Gallego and Peña de Barriopalacio.

Climate

Temperate humid with cool summers (Cfb) according to Köppen classification.

Average temperature increase

0.6 degrees over the last fifty years.

Precipitation decrease

10% over the last fifty years.

03Economy

The economy of Anievas is primarily based on agriculture and livestock, typical of the interior regions of Cantabria. The municipality maintains a balance among its economic sectors, with primary activities accounting for 23.5% of the population, secondary activities for 37.4%, and tertiary activities for 39.1%.

• Main economic activities
• Percentage of population in primary sector 23.5%
• Percentage of population in secondary sector 37.4%
• Percentage of population in tertiary sector 39.1%

Anievas is a rural municipality in Cantabria, Spain, featuring a rich cultural heritage and a focus on agriculture and livestock.

04Cultural Heritage and Festivals

Anievas is home to significant cultural heritage, including the church of San Andrés in Cotillo, classified as a Monument. The area also features archaeological sites like La Espina del Gallego. Local folklore is celebrated through various festivals, reflecting the community's traditions and history.

• Cultural sites Church of San Andrés (Cotillo) - Monument.
• Archaeological sites La Espina del Gallego, Cildá, El Cantón, Campo de Las Cercas.
• Festival of Santa Ana 26 July (Villasuso)
• Festival of La Virgen de las Nieves 5 August (Cotillo)
• Día de la Mitología cántabra Second Sunday of August (Barriopalacio) - Regional tourist interest.
• Nuestra Señora de la Asunción 15 August (Barriopalacio)
• San Roque Festival 16 August (Calga)