Get to know Bizkaia.
Urdaibai.
In 1984, UNESCO awarded Urdaibai the title of Biosphere Reserve, a space with a unique ecological, biological and landscape value, but also for tourism. The main reason is that it is an important resting and wintering area for migratory birds, as well as being the most important wetland in the Basque Country.
The towns of Urdaibai also contribute to the attractiveness of this area. Gernika, Bermeo, Mundaka, Elantxobe and Lekeitio, among other towns in the area, enjoy a particular cultural and historical character that generates the interest and curiosity of thousands of tourists every year.
Gernika.
Gernika is a town that is 5 km (7 minutes) from our location, and is the nerve center of this region. For those who stay in our accommodation, you will find in Gernika what you need, from restaurants to supermarkets.
Since 1936, Gernika has achieved historical importance and international recognition due to the well-known bombing of Gernika, an event that was immortalized in Pablo Picasso's painting “Gernika”.
What to visit.
In the town, there are attractions of interest such as:
Museo de La Paz.
Museo de Euskal Herria.
Parque de los pueblos de Europa.
The Casa de Juntas: an emblematic place where the Basque presidents swear their positions, always under the Gernika tree. Until the 18th century, the General Assemblies of Bizkaia were held here to debate the common problems of the Lordship of Bizkaia.
On your visit to Gernika-Lumo, we recommend using this link. In this, you will find a reportage with rotating images that show the bombed Gernika of 1936 and the Gernika of today.
Mundaka.
Mundaka is a small fishing village located on the left bank of the mouth of the Oka River. It is 15 km from Errigoiti and 10 km from Gernika.
This town is known for having one of the longest left-hand waves in the world. This has been the reason for many surfing championships over the years.
The stories of the origin of this town are another reason to visit. One of them says that its name comes from the Danish word “Mund Aqua” which means crystal clear water. Another legend relates its origin to the Vikings themselves, who nicknamed the town with this name based on the words "Mund" and "Oka", which mean Boca Del Río.
You can also take a surf course or do paddle surfing.
What to visit.
In this town, you will be able to see the port, the hermitage of Santa Catalina, El Mirador de Portuondo and admire the views of the sea and the famous Urdaibai marshes.
Bermeo.
Bermeo is one of the most important fishing villages in the Basque Country. It is located just 3 km from Mundaka and 20 km from Errigoiti.
This town also has a long fishing tradition and, for centuries, the Bermeotarras (as the people of Bermeo are called) were famous whaling fishermen. It is not surprising that what stands out in this town is its port.
What to visit.
In addition to touring the port of Bermeo, we also recommend:
Going for a walk that you go for a walk through its old part.
The museum in the Ercilla Tower, which presents the daily life of the arrantzale (Basque fisherman).
You can also take boat trips to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe and the Ogoño caves
Elantxobe.
Elantxobe is a fishing village of 350 inhabitants with captivating sea views. Its unique settlement on the side of the mountain is another attraction of the town.
What to visit.
Whether from the viewpoint facing the sea that is located above or from the breakwater of the port, the views are incredible. At night, if the weather is favorable, you can fish and appreciate the row of lights that illuminate the coast as far as Getaria.
Source: Turismo Urdaibai.
Lekeitio.
Lekeitio is another small town with a long fishing tradition. Although it is a very quiet and relaxed town in winter, it becomes a dynamic and lively place during the summer season, when Lekeitio is full of joy and atmosphere.
What to visit.
In addition to its fishing character and its beautiful beaches, Lekeitio also boasts a colorful port surrounded by bars and restaurants, and an imposing Gothic church in the town square.
Garraitz Island, an islet accessible from the beach, is usually another point of visit.
Fuente: Escapada Rural
Fuente: TripAdvisor
Bilbao.
In the opinion of many, Bilbao is one of the most beautiful cities in Spain, especially after the renovation it has undergone in recent decades that has turned it into a modern city.
What to visit.
You cannot leave Bizkaia without visiting some particular sites from Bilbao:
The Seven Streets of the Old Town.
The Plaza Nueva.
The Arriaga Theater Building.
The Rivera Market.
The Azkuna Cultural Center.
There are other places to visit, walk along the Bilbao estuary at sunset can be a great choice —as you can see in the previous image of the Guggenheim—.
Portugalete.
Portugalete is one of the largest towns in Bizkaia. The Hanging Bridge or Bizkaia Bridge, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is one of the attractions of this urban area. It was inaugurated in 1893 and built entirely of iron to connect Portugalete with Getxo.
What to visit.
Some places of interest in this place are:
The Salazar Tower.
The Basilica of Santa María, a Gothic-Renaissance style temple. Both are in the old part of town.
Other monuments are the Convent of Santa Clara, the Plaza de la Ranchería, the Iron Dock and the Museum of Industry, which compiles an exhibition with a historical background related to industrialization.
Fuente: Turismo Vasco
Fuente: Expedia.
Algorta.
Algorta is a neighborhood of Getxo. Visiting Algorta, one of the enclaves that make up Getxo, is like visiting an Old Port surrounded by old buildings and bars where you can taste some pintxos in front of the port.
What to visit.
The most important tourist attractions are the walk through the Aixerrota Mill, the Marina Ybarra route (it has several restaurants and a cinema next to it) and the Paseo de las Grandes Villas.
You can also get on board this tourist boat, you will be able to cross the Bilbao Estuary until you reach the Guggenheim, starting from Abra Bay, in Algorta itself.
Fuente: Turismo Vasco
Fuente: Expedia.
Donostia-San Sebastían.
In the opinion of many, Donosti is one of the most beautiful capitals in Spain. She is the host of the International Film Festival. It holds the title of “Best gastronomic destination in the world. For these three reasons, it should be on the travel itinerary of any visitor to the Basque Country, because it is also only
It is only 100 km and 60 minutes from Errigoiti and most of the journey is made by motorway.
What to visit.
There are several tourist attractions that can be visited. La Concha beach, under the gaze of Monte Igeldo (another tourist spot), is a symbol of the city. The María Cristina Bridge (inaugurated in 1905 and highlighted by the 4 obelisks that adorn it), the Miramar Palace (place where the Spanish monarchy spent its summers), the Basilica of Santa María del Coro, the Peine del Viento or the Monte Urgull, from where the views reveal a panoramic view of the city.
You can also take a gastronomic trip to enjoy its exquisite dishes and pintxos. We are sure that this will fill you up more than any other.
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