Laredo is a town situated in the autonomous community of Cantabria, Spain. It lies geographically between the major cities of Santander and Bilbao, positioning it within the northern coastal region of the country. The municipality serves as an administrative unit that encompasses not only the main town but also several surrounding villages, including La Arenosa, El Callejo, Las Cárcobas, Las Casillas, and La Pesquera.