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“Nestled on Spain’s Cantabrian coast, Noja captivates visitors with its coastal charm and endearing community festivals. Its transformation into a Christmas Village creates a haven of peace where local traditions and flavors shine”, underlines the organization, which advises visitors not to miss the Christmas house (what the Albaicín Palace is transformed into), with workshops and shows for the whole family; markets with local crafts and gastronomic delights such as Sobaos and the cheese.

“Don’t miss,” he continues, “the calm walks through nature at Santoña Marshes and the illuminated city streetswhich capture the spirit of Christmas by the sea.

“This recognition is the result of many years of work, of the enthusiasm shared by an entire people,” he underlines. Miria Mazamayor of Noja, who highlights the involvement of the neighborhood as “the real driving force behind this distinction”.

Recognition as a 2025 European Christmas Village has strengthened Noja’s international projection and its commitment to a sustainable tourism model. The Cantabrian city is thus consolidated as a reference Christmas destination in Europewhich combines tradition, innovation and citizen participation.

Since November 29, Christmas has already flooded every corner of the place. He Christmas market, located in the Plaza de la Villa; THE lights of Marqués de Velasco Park; he Christmas Villageone of the great attractions of the place; and a nurserylife size in the Huerta del Marquésare now at full capacity.

He Christmas market It is the meeting point for neighbors and visitors. Between local craft stalls, attractions for children, typical products and original gifts, you can enjoy a cozy atmosphere accompanied by live music and twinkling lights.

With him, the Christmas Village in Marqués de Velasco Park It hosts street shows and activities for the little ones. And as a novelty, this year the Christmas Chime (December 26) will enliven the Plaza de la Villa with a unique mechanical-musical show.

Moreover, in the Christmas houseand although the gardens can be visited free of charge, an entrance ticket is required to go inside. However, they sell out quite quickly because the place generates a lot of enthusiasm.

If there is something that the locals do not neglect, it is the workshops, concerts and theaters. The popular wreath and centerpiece workshops will take place at the Civic Center (December 5, 12 and 19), while the Playa Dorada Leisure Center will host family shows such as “Belle Bête” (December 20) or “Christmas Altarpiece” (January 3).

Choral music will occupy a special place with the performances of the Portus Victoriae Choir (December 14, 21 and January 4), which will fill the Plaza de la Villa with Christmas carols. The New Year’s concert, given by the Camerata Altamira on December 28 in the Church of San Pedro, will add a touch of elegance to the celebrations.

And for those who love visual spectacles, the video mapping will return on different dates (December 7, 13, 21 and 27 and will end on January 5), making the Church of San Pedro a magical place where history and light intertwine.

The parade of the three kings

The end of the year in Noja will be experienced with the same energy as usual: the traditional New Year’s Eve race will take to the streets on December 31 at 11:30 a.m., an event that combines sport, costumes and entertainment.

The final touch will arrive on January 5 with the long-awaited Cavalcade of Kings Magos, which will travel through the main streets of the municipality before arriving at the Plaza de la Villa, where a new videomapping will say goodbye to the festivities with light and fantasy.

Meanwhile, the Bethlehem in the Huerta del Marqués (open every day from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.) and the ice skating rink installed at the municipal bowling alley since November 28, they invite you to experience Christmas in an active and familiar way.

A Christmas between sea and nature

Celebrate Christmas in Noja It’s also discovering your natural environment in another era. He Victoria and Joyel Marshes Parkwhich is part of the Natura 2000 network, becomes a refuge for migratory birds and an ideal place to enjoy winter ecotourism.

THE beaches of Trengandín and Riswhich in summer are emblems of Cantabrian tourism, in winter show their calmer and wilder side. Seaside walks, the sound of the waves and the Atlantic breeze complete a Christmas experience where nature and emotion go hand in hand.