The image depicts a panoramic view of the Bay of Santander (Bahía de Santander) in Santander, Spain, from an elevated waterfront promenade

The image depicts a panoramic view of the Bay of Santander (Bahía de Santander) in Santander, Spain, from an elevated waterfront promenade. In the foreground, a dark gray paved surface with a patterned design is visible at the bottom. Above it, a dark gray concrete or stone ledge supports a dark blue metal railing with decorative scrollwork on the right side. A light gray stone pillar with a patterned design at its top stands on the left, forming part of the railing structure. Green foliage, appearing as trees and bushes, is present behind and below the railing. The midground features the calm, blue waters of the bay. Several white sailboats with visible masts are scattered across the water, appearing to be moored or at anchor. A yellow buoy is also present. Dominating the right side of the midground is a large, white car carrier ship with "HOEGH AUTOLINERS" clearly legible on its hull, navigating or anchored in the main shipping channel. In the background, a low-lying landmass, possibly a sandbank or the opposite shore, stretches across the horizon, appearing light brown/tan with some green vegetation. Beyond this, a series of green and blue-tinted hills and mountains form the distant horizon. The sky, occupying the upper half of the image, is a clear, bright blue with minimal, wispy white cloud formations. A faint, white crescent moon is visible in the upper right quadrant of the sky. The scene is brightly illuminated, indicating daylight. No individuals are visible within the frame.