Soba
City in Cantabria, Spain
Overview
Soba is a picturesque rural town in Cantabria, Spain, set amidst rolling mountains and lush valleys. Known for its peaceful atmosphere, historic architecture, and easy access to nature, it offers a genuine taste of traditional northern Spain. Its small population and unspoiled landscapes make it perfect for quiet getaways and outdoor experiences.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Cantabria
Population
1,076
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
43.18°, -3.56°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
94
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
84
Traffic Safety
86
Food Safety
99
Monthly Cost
$1,568
Local Cost
$1,070
Local Income
$1,350
Cashless
65
English
28
Temperature
10.6°C
Summer Avg
17.0°C
Winter Avg
4.3°C
Record High
36.2°C
Record Low
-10.0°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
869 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SDR
Distance
35 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 74/100.