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BILBAOguía

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Ibon Areso

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The Mayor of Bilbao

On the cover image, the reformed façade of the building known as the ‘Bailén skyscraper’ stands out. Built between 1940 and 1946 by the architects José María Chapa y Manuel Ignacio Galíndez, it was the first building in the city over 40 metres high.

In total, this construction, built

EDIT: Bilbao Turismo - Navarra, 5 - 1º Tel. 94 479 57 60 Fax. 94 479 57 61 www.bilbao.net/bilbaoturismo/ editorial staff: María Arana Translations: Hori-Hori and Ofilingua Design and layout: Servicios Redaccionales Bilbainos, S. L. (SRB)

The people of Bilbao are very happy to share our city, which is a fine example of tradition and modernity.

From its medieval old town to the avant-garde architecture of Foster’s Metro and the Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao receives visitors throughout the year with its broad cultural, gastronomic and leisure offer to satisfy even the most demanding of tastes.

The ‘Bilbao experience’ is however above all one of excellence and hospitality.

Welcome to Bilbao! We want you to feel at home.

to house offices, is 43 metres tall and has 13 floors. The property is located at number 1 in calle Bailén, next to the ría and La Concordia and Abando stations, as the last in a row of buildings.

It was built as a result of the reordering of the space after Bilbao-Santurzi was converted to an underground station. In the past this tower housed the offices of the magistracy and today it belongs to Adif, protected by the Special Plan for the Restoration of the Old Quarter. The restoration has enabled the renovation of the façade’s cladding and the improvement to the insulation and finishes of this unique building.

photograph: Vicente Paredes photo provided: Guggenheim Bilbao Museum, Fine Arts of Bilbao Museum, Arriaga Theatre, Euskalduna Conference centre and Concert Hall and Diario El Correo, S. A. Publicity: Tel. 94 428 72 14 Print: Centro Gráfico Ganboa

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4 Index Calendar ...........................................................................................................................................6-7 Art Bilbao Guggenheim Museum..........................................................................................8-9 Bilbao Fine Arts Museum...................................................................................................10-11 Museums................................................................................................................................................12-14

spaces of interest......................................................................................................16-17 performance..........................................................................................................................18-27 what to see Sunday Market.............................................................................................................................28-29

fairs and conventions.............................................................................................30 knowing biscay ............................................................................................................32-36 shopping Vaho........................................................................................................................................................38-39 Vans Store.........................................................................................................................................40-41 Shopping Guide........................................................................................................................ 42-43

gastronomy Lurrina................................................................................................................................................... 44-45 Kimtxu...................................................................................................................................................46-47 Gastronomy Guide................................................................................................................48-55

night La Terraza del Yandiola....................................................................................................56-57 Night Guide....................................................................................................................................58-59

sports ...........................................................................................................................................60-63 useful information

........................................................................................64-65

Map.......................................................................................................................................................66-68

Bilbao TURISMO Oficina de Turismo Plaza Circular, 1. / Alameda Mazarredo, 66.  94 479 57 60 informacion@bilbaoturismo.bilbao.net

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Basketball World Cup.

Bilbao Chess 2014.

‘The Hole’.

Extremoduro.

Until 4 September:

19 September:

Bilbao hosts the preliminary round of the Basketball World Cup 2014, with the United States national team being the main attraction. (Pages 60-61 )

Start of the Red Bull Cliff Diving event at the La Salve Bridge, a variation of Olympic diving done from cliffs or other artificial locations which attracts large crowds of spectators. (Page 63)

Until 6 September: The Arriaga Theatre presents ‘The Hole’, a successful show that mixes cabaret, theatre, circus, music and humour delivered in a fun, rowdy, provocative and very sensual manner. (Page 18 )

20 September:

14 to 20 September:

Until 21 September:

The Euskalduna Conference Centre hosts ‘Bilbao Chess 2014’, an event which will see the European Club Cup and the 7th Grand Slam Masters Final being held at the same time. The double tournament converts the Biscay capital into the centre of world chess. (Page 62 )

Marking the 50th anniversary of the death of Georges Braque, the Guggenheim Museum presents a retrospective that takes in all the phases within the career of one of the most important artists of the 20th century.

(Page 9)

Concert by the band Extremoduro at the Bizkaia Arena as part of their ‘Para todos los públicos’ (For All Audiences) tour. (Page 26)

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‘Red Bull Cliff Diving’.

Mónica Naranjo.

‘El Cuarteto del Alba’.

27 September:

16 October:

The Bilbao Arena venue is the setting for the concert of the singer David Bisbal, as part of the tour to present his latest album ‘Tú y yo’ (You and Me). (Page 27 )

Concert by the charismatic singer Mónica Naranjo in the Euskalduna Conference Centre, as part of her ‘4.0’ national tour. (Page 27)

3 October:

22 October:

Start of the Bioculture fair, centred around biological products and ethical consumerism, in the BEC (Bilbao Exhibition Centre).

(Page 30)

Start of the XVI edition of BAD, the Bilbao Festival of Contemporary Theatre and Dance, organised by Bilbao City Council’s Department of Culture and Education.

(Page 24)

7 October:

25 October:

Inauguration of the retrospective ‘Hyperrealism, 1967-2013’ in the Fine Arts Museum, where 66 emblematic works from this painting period go on show.

(Page 10)

First performance of ‘Allegro Vivace’, an initiation opera for the entire family (children over age 7), directed

by Joan Font of the Comediants troupe, with production by the Gran Teatre del Liceu. (Page 19)

8 guggenheim museum  Abandoibarra, 2  94 435 90 00. www.guggenheim-bilbao.es

More information on hours, ticket prices and other services on pages 12-13.

El arte de nuestro tiempo

Amadeo Modigliani. Nude, 1917

The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao hosts a large exhibition from the Permanent Collection, which occupies the Museum’s entire exhibition space, with masterpieces from the Museums that are a part of the Guggenheim Network. Under the title ‘The Art of Our Time’, the show covers the main artistic movements of the 20th century.

It includes monographic spaces dedicated to prominent artists from the museum’s Permanent Collection,

Yoko ono Featuring almost 200 pieces installations, objects, films, drawings, photographs, written and audio works and documentation on her performances -, the exhibition entitled ‘Yoko Ono. Half-A-Wind Show. Retrospective’ offers a comprehensive overview of the wideranging output of this pioneer within conceptual and performance art. until 4 September.

such as Jorge Oteiza and Eduardo Chillida, as well as contemporary installations from the museum in New York.

The inauguration of this exhibition is in two stages; on 23 September the 3rd floor is opened with ‘the vanguard’; and from 23 October, the 1st and 2nd floors with the rest of the works.

From 23 September onwards.

Georges Braque. Guitar, Glass and Fruit Dish on Dresser, 1919.

Braque Marking the 50th anniversary of the death of Georges Braque (Argenteuilsur-Seine, 1882 - Paris, 1963), the Guggenheim Museum presents a retrospective that takes in all the phases within the career of one of the most important artists of the 20th century.

The exhibition spans from his fauvist beginnings up to his later works, culminating in an extraordinary series on studios and birds, placing particular emphasis on Cubism, the representations of canephorae that he produced in the 1920s and the landscapes at the end of his life. until 21 September.

The visitors The Museum’s Film & Video gallery, permanently dedicated to video art and moving images, presents ‘The Visitors’ (2012), a multi-channel installation with nine screens on which Icelandic artist Ragnar Kjatansson documents a musical performance at Rokeby Farm, a historical mansion in New York State where Kjatansson has been a frequent visitor since 2007. until 2 November.

Ragnar Kjartansson. The Visitors, 2012,

10 museum of fine arts  Plaza del Museo, 2  94 439 60 60 www.museobilbao.com

For further information as regards timetables, price of tickets and other services, please go to page 12.

Japanese art The Museum of Fine Arts in Bilbao presents more than 180 items of Japanese art which are part of the museum’s own collection. The works exhibited here, which are exceptional for their quality and originality, belong to the Palacio Oriental Art collection. José Palacio collected the works in 1925-1932 and his widow donated them to the Museum in 1953.

Until 15 September

Utagawa Toyokuni. Makoi Komachi, c. 1812.

Hyperrealism 1967-2013 The Fine Arts Museum exhibits a retrospective featuring 66 emblematic works of hyperrealism, providing a journey from the beginning of this artistic movement to the present. The paintings are large, and painted so painstakingly and precisely that the artists use photography as an instrument to produce art that appears to be photographic in quality.

Organised by the Institut für Kulturaustausch (Germany’s Institute for Cultural Exchange), the show exhibits works by the first generation of great American masters, including Richard Estes, John Baeder, Tom Blackwell, Don Eddy, Ralph Goings and Chuck

Ralph Goings. America’s Favourite, 1989.

Close. It also shows their continuity in Europe and the impact on several current painters.

From 7 October onwards

museum of fine arts 11 The most contemporary Prado Under the title ‘The Prado Museum and Contemporary Artists’, the Museum exhibits its own collection of 72 works on paper — mainly engravings and a smaller number of photographs — by 24 Spanish artists.

Created by artists from different generations who have used a range of styles and techniques, these works are united by the fact that the artists drew inspiration from the art in the Prado Museum collection.

Cristina Iglesias. Vista del jardín de la ‘Villa Médicis’.

The artists represented in this exhibition are Andreu Alfaro, Eduardo Arroyo, Isabel Baquedano, Miquel Barceló, Carmen Calvo, Naia del Castillo, Eduardo Chillida, Cristina García Rodero, Ramón Gaya, Luis Gordillo, Cristina Iglesias, Carmen Laffón, Eva Lootz, Blanca Muñoz, Ouka

Leele, Guillermo Pérez Villalta, Isabel Quintanilla, Albert Ràfols-Casamada, Manuel Rivera, Gerardo Rueda, Antonio Saura, Soledad Sevilla, Susana Solano and Gustavo Torner.

From 23 September onwards.

Chiharu Shiota. State of Being, Kimono Dress, 2012.

Guest work The purpose of this section is to bring the public closer to singular works from other museums and collections. The installation ‘State of Being, Kimono Dress, 2012’, by Chiharu

Shiota (Osaka, 1972) runs until 13 October. From 15 October onwards, the section features the canvas ‘Tierra vasca: lírica y religión’, 1922, by Gustavo de Maeztu (Vitoria-Gasteiz, 1887Estella, 1947), which belongs to the General Councils of Bizkaia.

12 museums

Benedict Archaeological Experience the live history of Biscay, with a chronological tour that runs from prehistoric times to the modern age.

Opening times: Tuesday through Saturday: 10.00 am to 2.00 pm and 4.00 pm to 7.30 pm; Sundays and holidays: 10.30 am to 2.00 pm. Closed Mondays.

Prices: General admission, 3€; reduced admission (26 and younger, retirees, 65 and older, people with disabilities, unemployed, and groups of 10 or more people), 1,5€; school groups, 1€ per student; children under 12, free. Friday is the Day of the Museum, with free general admission. Guided tours, 10€ per group added.

Calzadas de Mallona, 2  94 404 09 90 www.euskalmuseoak.com

ATHLETIC CLUB

(Closed for works)

Painting and sculpture of contemporary life.

Opening Times: Every day from 10.00 am to 8.00 pm. Free. To request an appointment.

Iparraguirre, 55  607 38 94 25 www.museo-benedicto.net contacto@museo-benedicto.net

Diocesan of Sacred Art This museum exhibits works related to the religious art of Biscay, religious works presented in silver; sacred vestments (from the 15th to the 20th Century); paintings, alabaster art work, ceramic and leather from the Romanesque period. Opening Times: From Tuesday to Saturday, from 10.30 am to 1.30 pm and 4.00 pm to 7.00 pm; Sundays and Public Holidays, from 10.30 am to 1.30 pm; Mondays, closed. Prices: Adults, 2€; old age pensioners, students and under 18s, 1€; groups, 6€. Thursday, free.

Plaza de la Encarnación, 9-B  94 432 01 25 www.eleizmuseoa.com

Campo de San Mamés Barria  94 679 02 55

www.athletic-club.net

Guggenheim BILBAO

It holds three main collections: Ancient Art, Contemporary Art and Basque Art. Opening Times: Wednesday through Monday, from 10 am to 8 pm. Tuesday: closed. Prices: 7€, individual pass; 5€ for groups of students, unemployed and elderly; Under 12 years and Wednesday, free. Guide reservations  94 439 61 37 Groups admission,  94 439 61 41 Monday to Friday, 8.00 am to 3.00 pm.

This museum has its own collection of exhibits that includes works covering a wide spectrum of modern and contemporary art from the beginning of the century. Opening Times: Tuesday to Sunday, from 10.00 am to 8.00 pm. Prices: 13€ for an individual pass; 11€ for groups;7,50€ for students and old age pensioners; children under 12, free.

These admittance charges are subject to alterations, depending on special exhibitions.

Guide reservations,  94 435 90 90. Groups admission,  94 435 90 23. Monday to Friday, from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm.

Plaza del Museo, 2  94 439 60 60

Avenida Abandoibarra, 2.  94 435 90 80

www.museobilbao.com

www.guggenheim-bilbao.es

Fine Arts

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Maritime The docks surrounding the museum house several restored ships, as well as other Historical Heritage objects.

Opening Times: Closed on Mondays.

Prices: Standard adult rate, 6€; pensioners, students, people with disabilities, desemployers and groups rate, 3,5€; and children under 6, free.

Muelle Ramón de la Sota, 1

Passages of Easter Week It gathers testimonies related to Easter Week. Opening Times: Tuesday to Saturday, from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm and from 5.00 pm to 7.30 pm; Saturdays, from 11.00 am to 2.00 pm and from 5.00 pm to 8.00 pm; Sundays, from 11.00 am to 2.00 pm. The museum will be closed on Mondays. Prices: Individual ticket, 2€; free for people over 65 and children up to 10 years of age; groups, 1€.

 94 608 55 00

Iturribide, 3-1º  94 415 04 33

www.museomaritimobilbao.org

www.museodepasosbilbao.com

euskararen etxea La Casa del Euskera / Euskararen Etxea is a centre specialising in Euskera, the Basque language.

Hence its doors are open to all those who are interested in knowing everything to do with this thousand-year-old language.

It shows the most curious, peculiar and surprising features of Euskera in an attractive way using up-to-date technologies: Touch screens, videos, maps, etc. Visitors can take the tour in Spanish, Euskera, English and French.

La Casa del Euskera Lehendakari Aguirre, 148-150  94 402 80 81 www.azkuefundazioa.org

14 museums Museum Reproductions The collection includes exact replicas of works as renowned as the Winged Victory of Samothrace, the Venus de Milo, the Lorenzo de Medici and Michelangelo’s Moses.

Opening Times: Tuesday through Saturday, 10.00 am to 1.30 pm and 4.00 pm to 7.00 pm; Sundays, 10.00 am to 2.00 pm; Closed Mondays and Holidays. Prices: Adults, 3€; Students and Groups over 10 people, 1,50€; senior citizens, teachers and children under 10, free. Thursdays, free to the General Public.

San Francisco, 14.  94 679 02 55 www.museoreproduccionesbilbao.org

Bullfighting Outstanding gra­phic documents, bullfighting outfits and tools and a collection of posters from the different bullfights held in the city. Opening Times: From 10.30 am to 1.30 pm and from 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm, from

Monday to Thursday. Fridays: From 10.30 am to 1.30 pm. Price: 3€. Guided Tours for groups and individuals.

Plaza de Toros Vista Alegre, s/n  94 444 86 98 www.plazatorosbilbao.com

basque The Basque Museum has accumulated a heritage throughout its almost 100 years of activity, with over 20,000 objects, which illustrate and reflect the different aspects that define the lifestyle and everyday activities of the Basque people. Opening Times for the permanent exhibition: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from 10.00 am to 7.00 pm; Saturdays, from 10.00 am to 1.30 pm and from 4.00 pm to 7.00 pm; Sundays, from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm; Tuesday and Public Holidays, closed.

Prices: Individual pass, 3€; groups, 1,50€; old age pensioners and children under 10, free entrance.

Plaza Miguel de Unamuno, 4  94 415 54 23 www.euskal-museoa.org

The Arts District Bilbao Art District takes in the area between the Maritime Museum, the Albia Gardens, Colón de Larreátegui and Abandoibarra Avenue. This whole area is home to the city’s most important art galleries, the Guggenheim Museum, the Fine Arts Museum and the Sala Rekalde, together with restoration and framing

workshops and old book shops. And in addition to this, there are also open-air sculptures by contemporary artists like Dalí, Chillida, Koons, Bourgeois or Kapoor, in an area where signature architecture (from Gehry to Calatrava, not forgetting Siza, Moneo, Pelli, Soriano, Ferrater or Isozaki) rounds off the whole setting.

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16 spaces of interest Alhóndiga Bilbao Plaza Arriquibar, 4. 94 401 40 14. www.alhondigabilbao.com.

3 September to 30 October: Series of films dedicated to the filmmaker Juan Renoir (Paris, 1894Beverly Hills, 1979), one of the great icons of French cinema, master of the Nouvelle Vague. The 14 films to be shown include ‘El crimen de Monsieur Lange’, ‘Una partida de campo’, ‘La gran ilusión’, ‘La marsellesa’, ‘La bestia humana’ and ‘La regla de juego’.

Museo Marítimo Museo Marítimo Ría de Bilbao. Muelle Ramón de la Sota, 1. 94 608 55 00.

Until 21 September. ‘La ría y sus puentes’ (The estuary and its bridges) an exhibition with models, photographs (both old and new), as well as two spectacular pyroengravings, that illustrate the history of the city’s bridges. Most of the models were made by the artist Jaime Laita, and the pyro-engravings

by Nino Reyero.

4 to 7 September: ‘Sail in Festival’, the International Sailing Festival. Screenings and speeches will take place in two venues: on the 4th and 7th in the Sala BBK (Gran Vía, 19-21), from 4.00 pm to 9.00 pm, with tickets from 2 to 3 euros; and on the 6th and 7th in the Ría de Bilbao Maritime Museum, mornings from 11:45, with screenings of films related to child and family sailing (free entry).

Museo vasco Plaza de Miguel de Unamuno, 94 415 54 23. www.euskal-museoa.org

From 29 September onwards: The exhibition ‘Miguel de Unamuno y la fotografía. ¡Imaginar lo que se ve!’

(Miguel de Unamuno and photography, imagining what is seen!), a selection of the photographic archive created by the philosopher and writer Unamuno throughout his life, to coincide with the 150th anniversary of his birth. This overview includes portraits, family photos, travel photography, postcards, books and magazines illustrated with images of

Unamuno, photographs of architecture and reproductions of art, views and monuments, as well as photographs of current affairs and journalism.

spaces of interest 17 botika vieja / deusto Carpa de Botika Vieja. www.deustobizirik.com

9 Bier Festa of Deusto 23 October to 2 November: Deusto Bizirik –a platform that brings together about 180 establishments in Deusto– celebrates the ninth edition of its ‘Deusto Bier Festa’, a very popular event that includes the usual Botika Vieja tent, and in which many bars in the Deusto neighbourhood participate.

In the spirit of Munich, the cradle of the Oktoberfest, the Deusto beer festival’s huge tent is filled with traditional Bavarian food –sausages, meat pies, pork shank,

etc– all to be accompanied with a refreshing glass of beer.

About thirty bars in the area are decorated for the occasion, offering beer and merriment in equal measure. Every afternoon there are special offers on beers for punters interested in doing a ‘pub crawl’, and a suggested circuit for ‘German pintxos’, where every bar presents its own Bavarianstyle snack of meat or sausages.

A Bavarian musical group will also pass through the liveliest nightspots, playing its vibrant, captivating music.

18 Arriaga theatre Information on opening hours, reservations and discounts  Plaza del Arriaga, 1.  94 479 20 36. www.teatroarriaga.com The Arriaga Theatre, reopened in 1986, programmes performances by dancers, theatre, opera and music. The schedule of events planned for September and October is given below.

‘The Hole’.

Until 6 September: The Arriaga Theatre provides a venue for the performance of The Hole, the collaborative production of Yllana, Letsgo and Paco León. It is a hit show that mixes the cabaret, theatre, circus, music and comedy in a funny, roguish, provocative and highly sensual tone. The seating area becomes a dining area serving food and drink during the fiesta.

17-21 September: Performance of Terence’s ‘Eunuchus’, a free, comic

version of the Latin classic, co-directed, among others, by International Classical Theatre Festival in Mérida. Directed by Pep Antón Gómez, the cast includes Pepón Nieto and Anabel Alonso.

25-27 September: ‘Los Mácbez’, an adaptation

by Juan Cavestany of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth, directed by Andrés Lima.

Carmen Machi, Javier Gutiérrez and Chema Adeva head the extensive cast.

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25-27 October: ‘Allegro Vivace’, an initiation opera for the entire family (children over age 7), directed by Joan Font, by the Comediants troupe and

production by the Gran Teatre del Liceu. The line of argument, surprising and full of comedy, links together fragments from the repertoire’s great operas.

28 September:

18 October:

Performance of the musical Ederlezi Pastorala, a story of a gypsy mother and her seven daughters, century by century, between the 17th and 21st centuries in the Basque Country.

Directed by Mitxel Etxekopar, who is a great expert in popular Basque traditions.

Two of the most outstanding groups in the cabaret theatre scene (Las Txirenitas and Las Fellini) perform the joint production ‘ÓperaAcción Arriaga’, in which a group of squatters occupy the stage.

15-19 October: Performance of ‘L’equivoco stravagante’ (The Curious Misunderstanding), a comic opera with music by Gioacchino Rossini.

The production is by the Arriaga Theatre, with stage direction by Emilio Sagi.

29 October to 2 November: The Maskarada company presents the production ‘Archimedes’ Principle’, with two optional casts, one in Basque and the other in Spanish. The play won the 2011 Born Award and triumphed in Mexico, Argentina, Columbia and Russia.

20 Euskalduna Conference Centre Information about the schedule, times and ticket prices  Abandoibarra, 4 94 431 03 10 www.euskalduna.net

The Euskalduna Conference Centre, inaugurated in February 1999, permanently runs the ABAO’s (Bilbao Friends of the Opera Association) opera schedule as well as concerts by the Bilbao Symphony Orchestra (Bilbao Orkestra Sinfonikoa - BOS, www.bilbaorkestra.com) and the Euskadi Symphony Orchestra (OSE) www.euskadikoorkestra.es. More information on other concerts available on page 27.

‘El crédito’.

2 - 6 September:

2 to 14 September:

Performance of the musical ‘Les Misérables’, based on the novel by Victor Hugo and with a score by Claude-Michel Schönberg. It includes classics such as ‘I dreamed a dream’, ‘Do you hear the people sing?’, ‘One Day More’ and ‘Stars’.

Performances of the comedy ‘Confesiones de Mujeres de 30’ starring the actresses Mónica Pérez, Meritxell Huertas and Ota Valdés.

2 - 7 September: Performance of the play ‘El crédito’, with Carlos Hipólito and Luis Merlo, two of the leading figures within Spanish theatre. Directed by Gerardo Vera, director of the National Dramatics Centre until 2011.

4, 5, 6 and 7 September: Beatriz Carvajal stars in the comedy ‘A vueltas con la vida’, written by Antonio Albert and Juan Luis Iborra.

12 - 14 September: The second performance of the show ‘2 Caraduras en Crisis’, starring Paco Arévalo and Bertín Osborne.

Euskalduna Conference Centre 21 directed by Carlo Rizzi with piano soloists Marta Zabaleta and Miguel Borges Coelho.

23 and 24 October:

Ainhoa Arteta.

23 September: Opera gala featuring Ainhoa Arteta, directed by Emmanuel Joel-Hornak.

Concert by the Bilbao Symphonic Orchestra with the following programme: ‘A night on the bare mountain’ by M Mussorgsky/N. Rimsky-Korsakov; ‘Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini’ by S Rachmaninov and lastly Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Opus 68, by J Brahms, directed by Günter Neuhold with Luis Fernando Pérez as piano soloist.

26 September: Concert by the Euskadi Symphonic Orchestra with the following programme: ‘Juegos de otoño’ by F Ibáñez, ‘Seis canciones castellanas’

by J Guridi-E Freitag, and Symphony No. 3 in D major by Tchaikovsky, directed by Rumon Gamba and with the soprano María Bayo as soloist.

9 - 10 October:

26 October:

Opening concert to mark the new season by the Bilbao Symphonic Orchestra with the following programme: Violin and orchestra concerto ‘To the memory of an angel’, by A Berg, and Symphony No. 1 in D major, ‘Titan’, by G Mahler, directed by Yeron Traub, with Guy Braunstein as the violin soloist.

The FSO (Film Symphony Orchestra), which is made up of 70 musicians, is returning to perform the greatest soundtracks of all time.

18 October: Concert by the Euskadi Symphonic Orchestra with the following programme: Eresoinka (premiere) by I Urrutia; a concerto for two pianos and an orchestra in E flat major, k.365, by Mozart; Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Opus 68, by Brahms,

25 October: The musical ‘Peter Pan’, performed entirely in Basque, is coming to the Euskalduna Conference Centre after having been received with much applause in various localities.

It features 100 actors, most of whom are children.

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‘Madama Butterfly’.

abao:

Opera for everyone The Bilbao Friends of the Opera Association (ABAO) was formed in 1953 on the initiative of a group of ‘bel canto’ aficionados. Its aim was to mitigate the absence of opera that characterised the Biscay capital’s culture programme. Of course, they achieved their goal. It is no surprise that the season that the ABAO organises is considered one of the best in Spain, with more than 5,300 partners and a public presence of about 110,000 spectators.

Its history is full of enthusiasm, vocation and great moments.

And it is thanks to this nonprofit association, which is now beginning its 63rd opera season, that the best singers have been seen and heard in Bilbao.

From the baritone Ettore Bastianini, one of the great triumphs of ABAO’s nights, to Luciano Pavarotti, and then Renata Scotto, Mirella Freni, Montserrat Caballé, Alfredo Kraus, Placido Domingo, Renata Tebaldi, June Anderson Ainhoa Arteta - the list goes on. This includes María Callas, the diva par excellence, who visited Bilbao in 1959 to take part in an extraordinary concert.

The inauguration of the Euskalduna Conference Centre in 1999 allowed the ABAO, which currently has a budget of 7 million euros, to round off its objective by combining voice and spectacle.

And, above all, it promoted knowledge and interest in ‘bel canto’ amongst society in general, particularly young people, to make opera accessible to all a reality,

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2014/2015 Season

22, 25 and 28 November and 1 December 2014: ‘Attila’ (Giuseppe Verdi)

17, 20, 23 and 26 January 2015: ‘Werther’ (Jules Massenet)

even in times of crisis. Indeed, the ‘Opera Berri’ is in keeping with this, as it offers half-price opera performances at weekends. In the case of this edition, on Sunday 22 February 2015, ‘Madame Butterfly’ will be shown, with tickets ranging between 92 euros and 39 euros (for young people under 30, the price is even lower, ranging from 47 to 20 euros).

14, 17, 20, 22 and 23 February 2015: ‘Madama Butterfly’ (Giacomo Puccini)

25 and 28 April, and 1 and 4 May 2015: ‘Cavalleria Rusticana’ (Pietro Mascagni)/ ‘Pagliacci’ (Ruggero Leoncavallo)

The little ones in the family also have a season just for them, ‘Abao Txiki’, with shows scheduled for this season such as ‘Allegro Vivace’ (25 - 27 October), ‘A Christmas Carol’ (3 - 5 January), ‘The Little Match Girl’ (28 February - 2 March) ‘The Little Magic Flute’ (14 - 16 March) or ‘The Prodigious Bird’ (6 - 8 June).

These shows will take place in the Arriaga Theatre.

16, 19, 22 and 25 May 2015: ‘Otello’ (Georges Bizet)

Ticket purchase at the ABAO offices (José María Olabarri, 2 and 4) www.abao.org, 94 435 51 00 and the Euskalduna Conference Centre ticket office.

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BAD Bilbao Antzerkia Dantza

Bilboko Antzerki eta Dantza Garaikidearen Jaialdia Festival de Teatro y Danza Contemporánea de Bilbao Bilbao Festival of Contemporary Theatre and Dance

urria 22 octubre azaroa 2 noviembre

‘El cuarteto del Alba’.

BAD 2014 From 22 October to 2 November the Basque capital is to host leading lights from the scenic arts as part of the XVI edition of BAD, the Bilbao Festival of Contemporary Theatre and Dance, which is organised by Bilbao City Council’s Department of Culture and Education.

Once again, the programme will encompass events at the local, national and international level that will mostly debut in the Basque Country and elsewhere in Spain. This year’s edition will feature new local productions from Olatz de Andrés in collaboration with El Conde de Torrefiel, Khea Ziater, Sleepwalk Collective and Horman Poster, among others.

Additionally, the festival will include unique projects such as ‘En esta parte esquinada de la Península’ (In This Corner of the Peninsula), a creative group training activity directed by the Portuguese artist Claudia Días and based on the technique of real-time composition; and El Cuarteto del Alba (The Dawn Quartet ) a theatrical event co-produced by BAD and Laurentzi Producciones, written by Carlos Gil and directed by Lander Iglesias, with Alberto Iglesias, Maiken Beitia, Ricardo Moya and Valery Tellechea playing the main roles.

This show will be performed on 22 October at 8.00 p.m. in the Arriaga Theatre, to coincide with the opening of the festival.

BAD will take place at various venues within the city, including the Arriaga Theatre (Plaza

Audiences will also be able to enjoy performances from internationally renowned artists such as Pippo Delbono, Olga de Soto, Marco Canale, Gabino Rodríguez and Jerome Bel.

del Arriaga, 1), La Merced Ikastetxea (Luis Iruarrizaga, s/n), La Fundición (Francisco Macià, 1-3) and Sala Bilborock (Muelle de La Merced, 3). For more information, visit www.badbilbao.com

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María Vargas.

An enchanted river Throughout September, various venues (Plaza Unamuno, Diocesano Museum, Bidebarrieta and Bilborock Library), will host the Flamenco events ‘Una ría con duende’ [An enchanted river], organised

by Bilbao City Council’s Department of Culture. This activity has rapidly become one of the city’s main cultural events, due to the excellent

artists invited (at 20:00 on 27 September María Vargas will give a flamenco recital in the Sala Bilborock) and to the great public attendance at the performances and training workshops in dance, guitar, singing and rhythmic clapping.

Plaza Unamuno, Diocesano Museum, Bidebarrieta and Bilborock Library. www.bilbao.net/ 010)

26 performance Scene guide with some of the most stand-out concerts in the cultural programme for the Bilbao metropolitan area.

Leon Russell 9 september Sala BBK Gran Vía, 19-21.  94 405 88 24. www.salabbk.es

Leon Russell is a legend in the music world, with a career spanning more than 50 years, and is considered the most complete and versatile performer in the history of rock and roll. He is appearing as part of the Musiketan Season, which encompasses musical styles such as folk, rock, jazz, blues and world music.

Dani Daortiz 12 september Teatro Campos Elíseos Bertendona, 3 bis.  94 443 86 10/41

Dani Daortiz, the young illusionist from Malaga who is revolutionising card magic around the world, performs his show in the Sala Cúpula at the Campos Theatre.

Extremoduro 20 september Bizkaia Arena (BEC) Ronda de Azcue, 1 (Barakaldo).  94 404 00 00. www.bilbaoexhibitioncentre.com

Performance by the band Extremoduro, led by Robe Iniesta, as part of their ‘Para todos los públicos’ (For All Audiences) tour which will take this homegrown rock group par excellence to more than 30 different Spanish cities over the course of 2014.

The show offers three hours of music, including the band’s familiar classics as well as new material.

Extremoduro’s achievement is that after more than 25 years in music they still manage to delight the faithful who are now in their forties - while

attracting new, younger fans who are drawn to their thoughtful lyrics and assertive brand of romanticism.

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Los Morancos 19 to 21 September Teatro Campos Elíseos Bertendona, 3 bis.  94 443 86 10/41

Los Morancos perform their show ‘En positivo 2’ (Positively 2), in which they show the audience how to see the glass as half-full. Among other sketches, the show includes a parody of Ana Botella and a fun karaoke session.

David Bisbal 27 September Bilbao Arena Av. Askatasuna, 13.  94 601 04 11

The singer from Almería offers a live performance to promote ‘Tú y yo’ (You and Me), his latest album, which has reached double platinum status in Spain, platinum in Argentina and gold in the USA and Central America.

Pimpinela

Mónica Naranjo

15 october

16 october

Palacio Euskalduna

Palacio Euskalduna

Abandoibarra, 4. 94 431 03 10

Abandoibarra, 4. 94 431 03 10

Siblings Lucía and Joaquín Galán, who

To celebrate her 40th birthday, the

comprise the duo Pimpinela, are visiting

charismatic singer has launched 4.0, a

the Basque capital to celebrate their 30

compilation album featuring radically

years in music and present their new

revitalised versions of her greatest hits.

show, ‘Las canciones de tu vida’ (The

The new album coincides with an

Songs of Your Life), in which they give

eponymous tour that will take Naranjo

an insight into the stories that became

to locations all over Spain, including

their greatest hits.

Bilbao.

28 What to see

Sunday Market:

A passion for beautiful things

With eight successful appearances which attracted more than 15,000 visitors, The Sunday Market is back on every last Sunday of the month inside the Ría de Bilbao Maritime Museum, a symbolic place where a multitude of unique and original objects can be found that honour the slogan of this pioneering urban market in the Basque Country: ‘A passion for beautiful things’.

The objective of ‘The Sunday Market’ is to support small brands and businesses that make a name for themselves by selling their products, of which there are as many new products as there are stock products, in the purest London market style. It is little wonder that in the market’s stalls you can find a wide variety of decorative objects, furniture, vintage clothes, footwear, books, vinyls, cakes and cupcakes, charming

shops, hand-crafted products, designer gadgets, flowers, fashion, bicycles, Japanese and local food, French products, and more. In short, anything that inspires passion for beautiful objects.

The stalls work together all day with workshops and special activities for children and old people alike, whilst not forgetting the music that different DJs and/or bands provide, turning Sunday into a new and different experience.

The market is held every last Sunday of the month, from 11.30 am to 7 pm, and entry is 2 euros, with the exception of September when there is a special edition of the market on 21 September. On this day, the opening hours are 12 pm to 7 pm and entry comes with a free visit to the exhibition at the Maritime Museum. For more information: thesundaymarketbilbao.wordpress.com www.facebook.com/TheSundayMarketBilbao

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SERANTES

RESTAURANTE

RESTAURANTES MARISQUERIAS

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Alda. Urquijo,51 Teléfono:Bar 94 421 10 45 Rest 94 410 26 99 48011-BILBAO

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30 fairs & conventions Trade Fair Calendar 3 to 5 October: ● EXPOBODAS. Weddings and Communions Exhibition. ●B IOCULTURA. Organic Products and Ethical Consumerism Fair.

17 to 19 October: ● FOSMINER. International Mineral and Fossil Market-Exhibition.

● NAGUSI: Senior Citizen Leisure, Services and Activities Exhibition.

29 October to 1 November: BIME. Bizkaia International Music Experience.

The activity takes place in the Bilbao Exhibition Centre facilities (Barakaldo). Ronda de Azkue, 1. Apdo. 468.  94 404 00 00. www.bilbaoexhibitioncentre.com

Conventions Calendar 10 to 12 September: Annual Conference of the European Forest Institute (EFI).

17 to 19 September: S2R European Forum 2014 ‘Future Safety & Security Research’.

24 to 26 September: ● 1 6th International Stirling Engine Conference. ●U rban Regeneration Forum.

26 and 27 September: II Franchise and Business Show Bilbao 2014. Franquicia Emprende Forum (Euskalduna Conference Centre) 29 September to 3 October: Second General Meeting Tuning Meda.

1 to 4 October: 90th Congress of the Spanish Ophthalmology Society (SEO).

2 to 4 October: 16 th Congress of the Spanish

Ophthalmology Nursing Society (SEEOF).

8 to 11 October: 36th National Semergen Congress ‘Health for all and all for Health’.

9 to 12 October: 52nd National Congress of Belenistas (Nativity Scene Enthusiasts) Bilbao 2014.

‘Bilbao, City Committed to the Belén’.

15 to 17 October: Congress of the National Association of Inland Revenue Inspectors.

22 to 24 October: ● 13 th International Conference on Software Testing and Quality. ● Euromontana Congress 2014.

23 to 25 October: National Matron Congress.

30 and 31 October: 3rd National Congress of APD Executives.

Further information at Bilbao Convention Bureau – BILBAO TURISMO.  94 479 57 70. www.bilbao.net/bilbaoturismo

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Bizkaia Costa Vasca What makes us unique

Bizkaia Costa Vasca, which comprises the municipalities of Zierbena, Santurtzi, Portugalete, Getxo, Sopela, Plentzia, Gorliz, Bakio, Bermeo, Mundaka, Gernika and Lekeitio, offers a spectacular range of natural, cultural and gastronomic resources. A tour through these towns is dotted with discoveries and, above all, unique attractions.

San Juan de Gaztelugatxe.

Bizkaia Bridge

mainland by a narrow bridge built

The Bizkaia Bridge, inscribed in the

over some rocks. 241 steps lead to

UNESCO World Heritage list, is the

the 10th century chapel, the site of

oldest transporter bridge in the

pilgrimage for many seamen.

world. It links Getxo to Portugalete.

San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

Urdaibai Urdaibai was declared a Biosphere

The most spectacular spot on the

Reserve by the UNESCO. Sheltered by

Cantabrian coast, located between

Cape Matxitxako, it is one of the areas

Bakio and Bermeo. It is a sacred,

with the greatest scenic and ecological

almost magical cove linked to the

diversity in the Basque Country.

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Mundaka.

Bermeo.

The best left wave in Europe

The Old Quarter of Portugalete

Found in Mundaka, it is the longest wave in

A stroll through the cobbled streets

the world, providing a unique sight for both

leads to the Salazar Tower, built in the

surfers and spectators. Other big waves in

late 15th century, and the Basilica of

the northern area are the ones at Sopela,

Santa María, which has a magnificent

Bakio and Zierbena.

Renaissance altarpiece and houses a

The Casa de Juntas and Tree of Gernika These are not to be missed, being symbols

small Museum of Sacred Art. The old quarter has been declared a Historical Monuments Site.

overview of the history of the Fueros and

The riverside area of Getxo

the traditions of the Basque people. This

The stretch between the riverside

is where the lehendakari is sworn in as

area of Las Arenas, Neguri and Puerto

president of the Basque people.

Viejo has been declared a Historical

of Basque freedoms and offering an

Altarpiece of the Basilica of Andra Mari in Lekeitio This guilt and polychrome wooden altarpiece (12.5m x 9.5m) occupies the entire

Monument Site with the category of a Cultural Asset for its architectural heritage dotted with palaces, mansions and lovely chapels.

far end of the apse, almost bordering on

The Port of Bermeo

the base of the vaults. It is the third largest

This is one of the most important ports

sculpted Gothic altarpiece in all of Spain, ex

in Spain, with a multi-coloured fishing

equo with the one in Oviedo and smaller

fleet that draws travellers’ attention.

than those in Seville and Toledo. It was

Bermeo is a fishing town par excellence

made in 1508.

on the coast of Bizkaia.

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Getxo’s marina.

Getxo’s Marina It is the largest marina in the Basque

The International Nudist Race in Sopela

Country, with an extensive range of leisure

This nudist sports contest is one of

options. It affords lovely views of the

the most consolidated events in Spain

Abra and the jetties where the boats are

and among the ones that have the

moored.

most international impact. It has been

The Petrified Dunes in Gorliz

held on La Salvaje Beach (Barinatxe) every year since 1999. The 5000-metre race is run on compact sand. People

These dunes face the Astondo beach,

of all ages, from children to seniors,

where wind blowing against the mountain

participate.

formed a series of dunes six thousand years ago. It is the only place on the Basque coast where this phenomenon occurs.

The Derby on Gorliz Beach The horse race held on this beach in late December or early January for the past fourteen years has become an emblematic equestrian sports event.

The horses run for almost 1800 metres.

The longest beach in Bizkaia Bakio boasts the longest beach in Bizkaia (980 metres), whose quality and well cared-for sand conform to the most demanding standards. A seafront promenade runs along the entire beach, with stunning views of the wild sea. In fact, Bakio is one of the favourite destinations of surfers, wave skiers, surf kayaking and other water sports.

www.cafesdebilbao.net

LOS CAFÉS DE BILBAO Jardines de Albia

Plaza Circular, 3

Precioso café de principios de siglo (1903), declarado “monumento singular” en atención a su peculiar decoración mudéjar, su continuada labor de animación socio-cultural y amplia oferta de hostelería.

Lugar de encuentro en el centro neurálgico de Bilbao.

Sabor a Café antiguo (de 1926) con servicio de menú y desayunos, picoteo y copas con ambiente.

The Iruña coffee shop founded at the beginning of the Century, with its unique Mudejar decoration is full of a cosy atmosphere with an interesting menu and delicious drinks.

Tel.: 944 23 70 21

A real meeting point in the city center of Bilbao. A taste of the old time coffee shops (since 1926) with a menu, breakfasts and drinks in a very lively atmosphere.

Tel.: 944 23 08 13

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Getxo’s Jazz Festival.

International Festivals

The sculptures can be contemplated in

Over the course of the year, the International

the Pueblos de Europa Park, in Gernika.

Folklore Festival is held in Portugalete;

They form a historical monuments site that

international Blues, Jazz and Folk festivals in

expresses the symbol of Gernika as the

Getxo; the International Street Theatre Festival

City of Peace.

in Lekeitio; and the Theatre Festival in Santurtzi.

Sculptures by Chillida and Henry Moore

The oldest epigraph written in Basque It is to be found on the coat of arms on the facade of the Torre Barri house, in Plentzia, a noble building made of stone that is currently a private residence. The epigraph, dating from 1603, is one of the oldest epigraphs written in Basque that still exists.Â

The best products Designations of Origin certify the renowned txakoli from Bakio, among others, and the beans and peppers from Gernika. Other traditional products include seasonal fish preserves, particularly the sardines from Santurtzi, the fish and shellfish from Zierbena, and the anchovies and tuna from Lekeitio and Bermeo.

The tourist information offices in the various towns provide further information. www.bizkaiacostavasca.com

SOPELA

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38 shopping Long Live Recycling!

At Vaho Bilbao, recycling is king, and anything goes in the pursuit of products that are full of colour and originality. The bags, for example, are made from the PVC advertising banners that once hung from citycentre lampposts, or from coffee sacks or even bicycle inner tubes. The belt straps are made from recycled car safety belts, while the wallets, with their multiplicity of formats and options, are perfect for carrying tickets, passports and cards of all kinds. What’s more, no two products are alike. Vaho Bilbao’s aim is to breathe new life into materials that are otherwise condemned to disappear.

The production process also incorporates a singular example of solidarity and reintegration: the CEO of Maresme (a non-profit foundation that promotes the social integration of people with mental disabilities) is responsible for handling and cleaning the materials using vinegar, while the manufacturing is done at Barcelona’s La Modelo prison in collaboration with CIRE (Centre for Reintegration Initiatives).

In total, Vaho Bilbao offers a total of 58 different products, with prices ranging from 10 to 100 euros. Nothing goes to waste.

vaho.

Correo, 25.  94 404 75 87

Open Monday to Saturday, 10.30/11.00 am to 2.30 pm and 5.00 pm to 8.30 pm es-es.facebook.com/vahobilbaovaho.ws

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Going strong The official shop of the Vans brand in Bilbao, 160 square meters, is an example of the strong influence that this Californian company has on urban fashion trends. Since the opening of its first shop in 1966, Vans trainers have become essential footwear all over the world: the first followers were skaters; nowadays they are even coveted by celebrities.

The shop in the Zubiarte shopping centre, which follows the new Vans concept store, offers shoppers up to 200 different designs, with highlights being slip-ons, currently in fashion; the always in-demand Old Skool blacks with their white stripe; and Authentics, another popular classic.

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The offer is completed with the clothing and accessory lines for men, women and children (caps, belts and rucksacks), and the special editions that go on sale at different times.

Vans Store.

Zubiarte Shopping Centre.

Lehendakari Leizaola, 2.  94 427 66 53. www.vans.es

Opening hours: from 10 am to 10 pm Closed on Sundays.

shopping guide brand carolina herrera Carolina Herrera is a synonym of elegance, distinction, class and style and her shop in Bilbao is a reflection of her personality.

Gran Vía, 46  94 424 25 64

gucci Clothes for men and women, and, particularly, accessories: top quality handbags, belts and scarves.

Rodríguez Arias, 4  94 416 09 80

Michael kors The so-called ‘sport-luxury’ of Michael Kors features a sleek and modern shop in the very center of Bilbao.

Gran Vía, 39

Persuade Shop that combines the sale of interior decoration elements with fashion from international designers. Clothes for men and women designed by brands such as Issey Miyake, Yohji Yamamoto, Balenciaga, or Dries Van Noten.

Villarías, 8  94 423 88 64

fashion & accesories Falstaff Shop located in the centre of Bilbao. Fashion, shoes and accessories store, consolidated as a trend-setter due to the international brands it sells and

the new fads it displays each season. With more than 16 years’ experience.

Colón de Larreategui, 29  94 423 35 78

Los Caprichos de Camille Charming shop where one can find fashion and accessories for women and children, original toys and Nordic style home decor items.

Colón de Larreategui, 21  946 07 14 11

Mundo Piel A shop specialising in all kinds of furs and with a broad collection of designs. Made-to-measure garments, alterations and transformation.

Bidebarrieta, 16  94 41542 31

Peletería YOLANDA LAESPADA Exclusive haute couture furs.

Made-to-measure, tailoring, repairs and transformations.

Gordoniz, 2 (Frente Alhóndiga)  94 422 20 69

presents Eguzkilore A jewellery brand based on Basque mythology. In the past the Eguzkilore was used as symbol of protection. Now ‘we have converted it into jewellery’.

Gran Vía, 79 y Gran Vía, 7-9 (El Corte Inglés). 94 439 94 07 www.eguzkilorejoya.com

Los jaboneros Museo del Jabón A store specialising in craft-made soaps, natural skin care and relaxation products, scents for the home, candles and personalised gifts.

Carnicería Vieja, 29  94 416 86 12

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gastronomy shopping Claudio La Feria del Jamón Ham and coldcuts to take away.

Esperanza, 3  94 479 00 11 Esperanza, 18  94 479 02 87

LA ALACENA DEL VÍCTOR MONTES Delicatessen that belongs to the famous restaurant of the same name, with first class Iberian products, cooked pork products, chocolates, liqueurs and wine cellar.

Martina de zuricalday The oldest cake shop with handmade confectionery in Bilbao. Its ‘carolinas’ (cakes with meringue, laced with a chocolate and egg topping) are legendary and, among its latest products, the most outstanding are ‘financiers’ (delicious little almond sponge cakes), muffins and cupcakes.

Rodríguez Arias, 48 94 442 36 76.

Ercilla, 43 94 443 57 96 Plaza San José, 3 94 424 13 46.

Plaza Nueva, 12

Doctor Areilza, 38

 94 415 43 85

94 427 18 88

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www.losjaboneros.com.

c/ General Eguía, 20.

Tfnos.: [94] 441 20 12 • Fax.: [94] 427 38 42. clientes@alquibilbo.com • www.alquibilbo.com

Jabones Artesanos

Productos naturales para la piel Velas y aromas para el hogar Regalos personalizados Abierto domingos de 12:00 a 14:30 h BILBAO. CASCO VIEJO. C/ CARNICERIA VIEJA 29 (Esquina Plazuela de Santiago)

Tfno.: 94 416 86 12

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A Question of Quality Lurrina is a restaurant that takes a creative, high-quality approach to contemporary Basque cuisine.

Above all, however, it aims to appeal to diners with different appetites, which is why the space is divided into two different areas on two separate levels: the dining room, ideal for enjoying the best dishes from the menu, and a bar, with tables for enjoying a round of tapas with friends. This dual nature, coupled with its location in the heart

of the old quarter, makes Lurrina a must-visit destination.

Its gastronomic offerings include the following stand-out dishes: to start, lightly cooked egg with pancetta and onion and basil soup, or marinated king prawns, mussels and sardines with guacamole; for the main course, red tuna teriyaki with cream of smoked IdiazĂĄbal cheese and rice noodles, or shredded oxtail timbale with cauliflower purĂŠe and

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powdered hazelnut; and for dessert, tantalising options such as fruit salad with rosemary, liqueur-soaked sponge cake and citrus sorbet, or coffee zabaglione with coconut crème caramel and frozen cream.

An excellent wine list rounds off a visit to Lurrina, where up to 40 diners can enjoy a pleasant ambience characterised by open, airy spaces and the use of light wood.

lurrina.

Barrenkale Barrena, 16.  94 416 32 77.

Closed on Mondays.

Set menu €14.50; tasting menu €30 (weekdays) or from €29.50 to €40 (weekends). www.lurrina.com

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A Mixture of Flavours Kimtxu is the name of a newly opened restaurant in Bilbao that fuses Asian and Basque cuisine. The name itself is a clue to this mixing of flavours: Kimtxu comes from kimchi (a traditional Korean dish), whose final syllable has been altered to incorporate a Basque identity.

From this starting point, the restaurant aims to offer thoughtful, high-quality dishes, always using the best raw materials to achieve a fusion in which Basque haute cuisine plays a starring role. Starters such as warm scallop sashimi with wild mushrooms and ham, or salmon tartare with an egg-andmustard vinaigrette, are examples of the techniques and products utilised

by Kimtxu.

Mains include tuna tataki, tuna stew with chilli peppers and pork steak with tikka masala, tomato chutney, piquillo peppers and lettuce hearts, while dessert options include cream of ginger with chocolate mousse and pineapple with lime and ginger syrup and coconut foam.

The finishing touch to this intriguing 40-seater restaurant is provided by the decoration: a mixture of vintage and industrially inspired pieces, with furnishings that provide a nod to Basque and Chinese culture.

Kimtxu.

Henao, 17.  94 652 78 92.

Closed all day Sunday, and Monday evening. Set menu €13.50; tasting menus from €28 to €38; average à la carte price €30. es-es.facebook.com/Kimtxu

gastronomy guide michelin stars Azurmendi ✶✶✶ Eneko Atxa’s restaurant has been awarded three Michelin stars. Haute cuisine presented in a casual format.

Closed on Mondays. From Tuesday to Thursday and Sunday, it only opens at lunchtime. Friday and Saturday it opens all day. Menus from 135 €. Prêt à porter: 35 € approximately.

Legina Auzoa, (Larrabetzu)  94 455 88 66

Andra mari ✶ Basque cuisine that combines tradition and innovation. One Michelin star. Menus from 38 €. Closed on Monday. From Sunday to Thursday, it is only open for lunch. Friday and Saturday, dinner until 11.00 pm. Average à la carte price: 70 €.

Barrio Elexalde, 22, (Galdakao)  94 456 00 05

BOROA ✶ Restaurant with one Michelin star. Open every day. Lunch opening hours, from 1.00 pm to 3.30 pm; dinner from 8.30 pm to 10.30 pm on Friday and Saturday.

Until 9.30 pm from Sunday to Thursday, in the winter. Menus from 30 €. Average à la carte price: 80€.

Barrio Boroa Caserío Garay, 11 (Amorebieta)  94 673 47 47

Etxanobe (Palacio euskalduna) ✶ Restaurant belonging to the chef Fernando Canales, with a Michelin star.

Closes on Sunday except on special dates. Average price a la carte: 67 Euros.

Avenida Abandoibarra, 4 (Palacio Euskalduna)  94 442 10 71

Etxebarri ✶ One Michelin star. Creative cuisine.

Closes on Monday. Average price: 100 €.

Plaza San Juan, 1 (Atxondo)  94 658 30 42

Mina ✶ One Michelin star. Imaginative cuisine. Its menu is ample and original.

Muelle Marzana, s/n  94 479 59 38

Nerua ✶ Josean Alija’s restaurant has one Michelin star. Creative cuisine. Average price: 80 €.

Avda. Abandoibarra, 2  94 400 04 30

Zortziko ✶ Daniel García’s restaurant has one Michelin star. Closes on Sunday and Monday. Creative cuisine. Menus from 60 €. Average price: 100 €.

Alda. Mazarredo, 17  94 423 97 43  94 423 63 96

basque & d’auteur Abando Specializing in grilled meat and fish.

Daily menu: 12 Euros. Weekend menu: 18 Euros. Average price à la carte: 45 Euros.

Opened every day. Located opposite the Ensanche car park.

Colón de Larreátegui, 31  94 424 57 79

Aizian (Hotel mELIÁ bILBAO) Representative cuisine from the basque gastronomy. Closed on Sundays.

Average price a la carte: 55€.

Lehendakari Leizaola, 29  94 428 00 39

ATEA (Grupo Zortziko) Food for everybody with an excellent quality-price ratio. Average à la carte price: between 15 and 20 Euros. Closed on Sunday evenings and all day Monday.

Paseo Uribitarte, 40  94 400 58 69

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casa rufo Do not miss the t-bone ­steak. Average à la carte price: 35€.

Hurtado de Amézaga, 5  94 443 21 72

doma (Hotel Silken Domine) Quality fresh market cuisine with Martín Berasategui’s hallmark. Located on the terrace of the hotel, it has beautiful views.

Average à la carte price: 85 €.

Alameda de Mazarredo, 61  94 425 33 00

Egiluz Set daily menu and small individual casseroles. Specializes in steak 1 ½ Kilo and fresh fish. Average à la carte price: 30 €.

Opened on Sundays

Calle del Perro, 4  94 415 02 42

El VIEJO ZORTZI (Grupo Zortziko) Traditional basque cuisine, but modernized at a good price. Set menus from 25€.

Licenciado Poza, 54  94 441 92 49

Getaria (Asador) The best fish and meat grilled over oak charcoal. Private rooms. Open on Sundays and holidays. Opening hours from 1.30 pm to 3.30 pm and from 9.00 pm to 11.30 pm.

In the centre of Bilbao.

Colón de Larreátegui, 12  94 424 39 23

La Barraca Specialised in paellas.

Bertendona, 6  94 415 08 18 García Salazar, 12  94 410 20 21

LASA Located on a pleasant pedestrian street, it has a spacious equipped terrace on which you can enjoy its cuisine, based on traditional flavours but adapted to modern times. It offers a wide range of tapas at the bar, including hot tapas.

Average price: 25 €.

Diputación, 3  94 424 01 03

Marisquería Mazarredo Octopus, shellfish and grilled meat in the centre of Bilbao, opposite the Guggenheim.

Set menus from 28 €. Grilled seafood from 53 €.

Opened on Sundays

Alameda Mazarredo, 49  94 423 08 18

Nicolás Seasonal dishes. Tasting menu 31.50 €.

Average à la carte price: 40 €. Menus for groups as from 34,95 €.

Ledesma, 10  94 424 07 37

Porrue Seasonal dishes with local products.

Grilled fish and meat. Average à la carte price: 50 €.

OPEN ON SUNDAY* only for lunch

Alameda Rekalde, 4  94 423 13 13

Rimbombín Seafood restaurant named Celebrated of the City due to its 78 years of pleasing the taste of Bilbao. Closed on Monday.

Executive menu: 16 euros. Average à la carte price: 50€.

Opened on Sundays

Hurtado de Amézaga, 48  94 421 31 60

Serantes Specialised in fish and shellfish. Average price: 50€.

Opened on Sundays

Licenciado Poza, 16  94 421 21 29

Serantes II Sea­food restaurant. Average price: 50€.

Opened on Sundays

Alameda Urquijo, 51  94 421 10 45

Serantes III Sea­food restaurant. Average price: 50€.

Opened on Sundays

Alameda Mazarredo, 75  94 424 89 07

50 gastronomy URBIETA Specialises in traditional Basque cuisine. Cod in ‘pil-pil’ sauce, Basque-style hake, peppers stuffed with hake and king prawns, beef cutlet steak, a range of sharing dishes… Average à-la-carte price: 25€-30€.

Perro, 4  94 415 02 43

Víctor Traditional basque cuisine. Average price: 40€.

Plaza Nueva, 2  94 415 16 78

Yandiola (AlhóndigaBilbao) Traditional cuisine in the centre of Bilbao. Average à la carte price: 60€.

Plaza Arriquibar, 4  94 413 36 36

urban cuisine & Pintxos Bistro Guggenheim Striking gastronomy, tasty and of high quality, laced with subtle touches of high cuisine. Closes on Monday, except holidays, or on the eve of a holiday. Evenings only from Thursday to Saturday. Sampler menu: 32€ + VAT. Average price: 25-30€.

Abandoibarra, 2  94 423 93 33

Bodega urbana Original space which revives the old wine shops that were located in the suburbs with an innovative design, bringing wine to all kinds of public at a very good price, accompanied by gourmet products from the Basque Country.

brass 27 Menu with a predominance of food grilled with charcoal, tapas and snacks. They serve outstanding grilled octopus and scallops. They serve a set menu for: 9.50 euros.

Average price: 25 € Licenciado Poza, 27  94 427 54 55

CafÉ Bar Bilbao Hot rations of calamares, fried squid, mushrooms...

Plaza Nueva, 6  94 415 16 71

Claudio La Feria del Jamón Ham and coldcuts to take away.

Esperanza, 9  94 416 63 08

El Globo A meeting place due to its location, acclaimed bar serving tapas, earthenware-pot and sharing dishes.

Air-conditioned terrace.

OPENed ON SUNDAY

Diputación, 8  94 415 42 21

El txoko de la Mary Mediterranean cuisine with innovative touches. Set menu of the day: 9,95 €.

Bidebarrieta, 14  94 479 42 98

Fresc Co Restaurant-open buffet from Monday to Sunday, uninterrupted service from 12.30 pm until 1.00 am.

Weekday buffet: 9,40€; Evenings, weekends, and holidays: 10,70€.

Ledesma, 12  94 423 30 01

Hola Bar Alhóndiga

OPEN ON SUNDAY* only for lunch

Tapas during the day. Open from Monday to Thursday until 11.00 pm; from Friday to Sunday until 12.00 pm. Set menu from Monday to Friday for lunch: 9,80€. Special menus and children’s menus during the weekend.

Gran Vía, 66  944 41 61 81

Plaza Arriquibar, 4  94 607 14 16

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MUGI

Historical co­ffee. Hot and cold ‘pintxos’ (Tapas). Set menu of the day: 14 €. Set menus for holidays: 17€. Small casseroles in the evenings. OPENed ON SUNDAY

So typical of Bilbao! Ample selection of ‘pintxos’ (tapas), great selection of wines, Iberian ham cut with a knife, snacks…

Licenciado poza, 55. 94 441 30 16

Jardines de Albia, 3.  94 423 70 21

La Granja Historical co­ffee. Closes on Sunday and holidays. It has a bar with a display of ‘pintxos’ (tapas), menus and a small casserole menu. Preparation and sale of Basque corn crepes in the afternoon. Set menu of the day (from Monday to Friday): 13,75 €. Set menu on Saturday: 17€.

Plaza Circular, 3  94 423 08 13

la Mary Traditional Mediterranean cuisine with a contemporary touch. Set daily menu: 9,95 €. Average price: 16-20€.

Plaza Arriquibar, 3  94 410 77 91

La Taberna de los Mundos Price of the set menu: 11,90€. Small casseroles and sandwiches. Average à la carte price: 15€.

Luchana, 1  94 416 81 81 Simón Bolívar, 17  94 441 35 23

 Cardenal Gardoqui, 3

 Licenciado Poza, 55

internacional cuisine EL TRASTEVERE Italian cuisine: pasta, meat dishes, dishes au gratin, salads or ‘carpaccios’. Generous portions, ideal for sharing. Average à la carte price: 20€. Opened every day of the week.

Ledesma, 6  94 423 78 32

La Florinda (AlhóndigaBilbao) Food&Fusion: different cuisine and products from all over the world opened to the public. This restaurant aims to share food from all over the world, eating one dish, perhaps based on the suggestion of the chefs. Opened every day of the week.

Plaza Arriquibar, 4  94 607 22 18

 Gran Vía, 55

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miu Japanese food with a Mediterranean touch.

Set menu of the day: 10,95€. Average price: 18-20€.

Plaza Arriquibar, 2  94 410 86 92

shibui Innovative Japanese cuisine, which faithfully reflects Japanese food. Ample and varied menu. Average price: 35€.

Cardenal Gardoqui, 6  94 679 32 04

ribs The best ribs and hamburgers grilled over holm-oak charcoal, with the true American flavour. Set daily menu: 10,50€.

Alameda de Rekalde, 54  94 410 95 47

Cardenal Gardoki, 3  94 415 75 94 Licenciado Poza, 55  94 427 81 81 Gran Vía, 55  94 441 96 97

outside Bilbao  AmorebietA Gu GEu Traditional cuisine with a modern touch.

Weekend set menu and sampler menu.

Average à la carte price: 50€.

Barrio Enartxe, s/n  94 673 26 50

 Axpe-Atxondo Mendi Goikoa Fish and meat. Average à la carte price: 45€.

Barrio San Juan, 33  94 682 08 33

TAGLIATELLA Italian cuisine with a large variety of fresh, or stuffed pasta and home made pizzas.

Ideal for sharing. Opened every day.

Average price 20€. Takeaway food.

 Bakio EnePeri Specialising in meat and fish.

Barrio San Pelayo, 89  94 619 40 65

Menú del

Día

de lunes a vie rnes (laborable) 9, 95€ Ticket Medio Carta 16€ - 20€

comida mediterranea

C/Bidebarrieta, 14  Tfno.: 94 479 42 98

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ÍA DEL D MENÚ por sólo

10,50€

Las mejores costillas y hamburguesas hechas al carbón de encina con el auténtico sabor americano

Bilbao C/ Alameda Rekalde, 54.  94 410 95 47  Barakaldo CC. Megapark (zona restauración).  94 437 01 75

Menú del

Comida mediterranea Plaza Arriquibar, 3, Bilbao r  944 10 77 91

Día

de lunes a vi ernes (laborable) 9, 95€ Ticket Medio Carta 16€ - 20€

54 gastronomy  DERIO Txakoli Artebakarra

 iurreta goiuria

Outstanding cêpes in Port sauce and foie. Average à la carte price: 40€.

Specializes in grilled fish and meat.

Wood-burning oven. Varied menus.

They have low-cost casseroles.

Average price: 50€.

 Forua

Barrio Goiuria, 16  94 681 08 86

Ctra. Derio-Mungia, km 17  94 454 12 92 / 94 454 19 72

Baserri Maitea Traditional basque cuisine.

Barrio Atxondoa, s/n  94 625 34 08

 Galdakao Aretxondo Traditional cuisine with innovating touches. Executive menu: 16,30€.

Aretxondo Menu and weekend menu: 35 euros. Average à la carte price: 50€.

Barrio Elexalde, 20  94 456 76 71

 Getxo Cubita

 KORTEZUBI Lezika Specialising in beans and fish.

Average price: 30€.

Caserío Lezika  94 625 29 75

 Loiu Aspaldiko Seasonal dishes. Average price: 35€.

Barrio Zabalueche, 155  94 453 14 21

 Mundaka Portuondo

Fish. Average à la carte price: 45€.

Rice with clams and charcoal grilled hake. Average price: 35€.

Ctra. de la Galea, 30  94 491 17 00

Barrio Portuondo, 1  94 687 60 50

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LA TABERNA

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Touching the sky Terraces have become a compulsory stop for enjoying the night, the drink, the city and its music. The terrace of Alhóndiga Bilbao, belonging to the Yandiola restaurant and perched high up above the city, with its sofas and wooden floors, arches of light, designer lamps and spectacularly illuminated bar (all the work of the designer Phillippe Starck), provides a very cosy and chilled out atmosphere. It also affords some breathtaking rooftop views of the city. Naturally there is a selection of cocktails (at 10 euros) and even food.

It’s the perfect place to relax after a meal at the Yandiola restaurant in the same building, and one of the finest urban locations to enjoy the Bilbao night life in the open air, and to begin the evening with a first drink.

The Yandiola Terrace.

Alhóndiga Bilbao. Plaza Arriquibar, 4.  94 413 36 36.

Summer opening hours: Sunday to Thursday 1 p.m to 11 p.m.; Fridays, Saturdays and on the eves of public holidays, from 1 p.m to 1:30 a.m.

night guide Cafe Amorino Gelateria (ice cream shop), coffees from all over the world.

Iparraguirre, 1

Bochoco

Blue Moon Coffee and breakfast during the week and lounge bar on friday and saturday evenings.

Henao, 6

Bluesville Cocktails in a medieval decor.

Telesforo Aranzadi, 1

Coffees and confectionery.

Henao, 13

El Tilo Very traditional.

Paseo de El Arenal, 1

Lamiak Coffees, teas and homemade cakes, and your best long drinks in the evenings and at night.

Pelota, 8

ozio arizona Game room.

Gran Vía, 70

SanwiCoffee Variety of coffees, teas and smoothies. full breakfast is available.

Plaza de Euskadi (Ramón Rubial, 4)

Cocktails/pub Alambique The best scene.

Alameda Urquijo, 37

Antigua cigarrería Specializes in vermouth and aperitifs.

Astarloa, 5

bernardo cafÉ bar Specializes in gin tonics and mojitos.

Gran Vía, 69

bitoque original Meticulous selection of wines and cavas.

Rodríguez Arias, 32

Bowie Cocktails and good music.

Licenciado Poza, 39

Café-bar Jaime Mixed drinks with class.

Gran Vía, 86

Compañía del ron Great variety of rum and rhythm.

Máximo Aguirre, 23

Continental Classi­cal ambience bar.

Particular de Estraunza, 3

Crazy Horse Rock music opposite the Gu­ggenheim.

Avda. de las Universidades, 5

Distrito 9 Parties with famous djs.

Alameda Recalde, 18

El Corto Maltés Specializes in gin tonics.

María Díaz de Haro, 20

evidence Premium cocktail bar. Spirits and Food with Live Music.

Barreinkua, 12

Flash Ballroom dancing.

Telesforo Aranzadi, 4

Galeón Easy-listening music.

Alameda Mazarredo, 19

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Grafit Contemporary music.

Urrutia, 1 (Plaza Indautxu)

K2 Exhibitions and good music. Tapas, sandwiches and Cocktails.

Somera, 10

La barmacia Coffee, imported beer and drinks.

Villarías, 5

la casa del bandido Quality cocktails.

Alameda Urquijo, 84

La Otxoa A popular classic.

Lersundi, 8

Mitote Cafeteria-bar in pleasant environment.

Belosticalle, 13

Memorial Large variety of combined drinks.

Ibáñez de Bilbao, 9

Nashville A lot of rhythm.

Licenciado Poza, 20

Oker A classic.

Licenciado Poza

Soho Music and drinks until 6.00 am.

Rodríguez Arias, 3

la terraza del yandiola Cocktail menu and chill-out music.

Plaza Arriquibar, 4

TranvÍa Typical of Bilbao.

Simón Bolívar, 3

Twiggy Charming barmaids.

Alameda Urquijo, 35

live music / discoteques azkena Alternative concerts.

Ibáñez de Bilbao

Café-teatro La Farándula Live music.

Pérez Galdós, 13

caos club 20 years of good atmosphere.

Simón Bolívar, 10

Congreso House Music.

Muelle de Uribitarte, 4

Consorcio To begin the evening.

Barrencalle Barrena, 10

Cotton Club Special atmosphere and original design.

Gregorio de la Revilla, 25 (Entrada por Simón Bolívar)  94 410 49 51 . www.cottonclubbilbao.com

Dakar Spanish music karaoke.

Heros, 13

Fever Concerts of all kinds.

Tellería, 27 (Polígono Santa Ana)

Kafe Antzokia Wide offer of concerts.

Plaza San Vicente

Mistyk Coffee-theatre with a lot of excitement.

Alameda Mazarredo, 21 (Esquina con Ercilla)

QU&DO Non-stop

Ibáñez de Bilbao

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BASKETBALL WORLD CUP The Biscay capital hosts 15 games in the preliminary round of the Basketball World Cup (2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup) from 30 August to 4 September. By organising this important sporting event, with the backing of Bilbao City Council, the Provincial Council of Bizkaia and the Basque Government, for a few days world interest will become focused on ‘el bocho’, as Bilbao’s residents affectionately refer to their city. The attraction of having the United States national team play their group stage games in the Bizkaia Arena builds up even more expectation for an event which will generate more than 20 million euros for the city.

POINTS OF INTEREST Fan Zone (El Arenal) This space, located on the pier of El Arenal, enables fans to enjoy initiatives related to basketball and other recreational and commercial

areas. In addition to being equipped with a basketball court, a giant screen for viewing games, a shopping area and a village selling food and drinks, the Fan Zone also holds small concerts.

Bizkaia Arena (Ronda de Azcue, 1. Barakaldo) The 15 games that make up the first round are played in the Bizkaia Arena pavilion at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC), just 15 minutes from Bilbao on the metro.

Bilbao Arena (Avenida Askatasuna, 13) The Bilbao Arena sports centre, normally the basketball team’s city headquarters, becomes the training court for other national teams in the preliminary round of the World Cup. Pabellón de la Casilla (Plaza de la Casilla, 8) This is an auxiliary court during the FIBA Basketball World Cup in Bilbao.

sports 61 competition days 30th of August to 4th September

first phase: GRAN CANARIA-SEVILLAGRANADA Y BILBAO

6th to 12th September

final phase: BARCELONA - MADRID

13th to 14th September

FINALS: MADRID

CALENDAR- BILBAO (Bizkaia Arena build)

08/30/2014

08/31/2014

09/02/2014

09/03/2014

09/04/2014

12.30 pm

Ukraine - Dominican R.

4.00 pm

New Zealand - Turkey

9.30 pm

USA - Finland

12.30 pm

Dominican R. - New Zealand

4.00 pm

Finland - Ukraine

9.30 pm

USA - Turkey

3.00 pm

Ukraine - Turkey

5.30 pm

USA - New Zealand

9.30 pm

Finland - Dominican R.

3.00 pm

New Zealand - Ukraine

5.30 pm.

Turkey - Finland

5.30 pm

Dominican R. - USA

3.00 pm

Finland - New Zealand

5.30 pm

Ukraine - USA

9.30 pm

Turkey - Dominican R.

Hotel Dómine (Alameda Mazarredo, 61) The five-star hotel establishment, designed by Javier Mariscal and standing opposite the Guggenheim Museum, hosts the NBA stars who make up the US national basketball team.

Hotel Meliá (Lehendakari Leizaola, 29) The four-star hotel, designed by Mexican architect Ricardo Legorreta and facing Doña Casilda Park, becomes the headquarters for the other national teams: Turkey, the Dominican Republic, Finland, the Ukraine and New Zealand.

Further information and tickets on www.spain2014/entradas.com

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Levon Aronian.

Viswanathan Anand

Ruslán Ponomariov.

Francisco Vallejo.

BILBAO CHESS 2014 From 14 to 20 September, the Euskalduna Conference Centre hosts Bilbao Chess 2014, an event which will see the European Club Cup and the 7th Grand Slam Masters Final being held at the same time.

The double tournament converts the Biscay capital into the centre of world chess, attracting around one thousand international visitors, including competitors (the world’s elite chess players), their entourage, and tourists.

The programme for the Grand Slam Final, to be held entirely in the Euskalduna Conference Centre (Sala Barria), anticipates the participation of two world champions, Viswanathan Anand and Ruslán Ponomáriov; the current Olympic

champion, Levón Aronián; and the best Spanish player, Francisco Vallejo.

This is one of the most prestigious tournaments in the world and the only one to have attained category 22 twice, making it the highest rated chess tournament in history.

As for the European Cup by teams, it is anticipated that around 65 continental clubs (50 for men and 15 for women) will participate, including the Sestao Chess Club, the current Spanish champions.

Admittance is free and the games are scheduled for 15.00 and 21:00.

More information on www.bilbaomastersfinal.com

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extreme diving

‘Red Bull Cliff Diving World’

For the first time in Spain, Bilbao will host the Red Bull Cliff Diving event, a variation of Olympic diving done from cliffs or other artificial locations which attracts large crowds of spectators.

Fourteen of the world’s best divers will participate in this extreme sport, which is held on 19-20 September.

The competition consists in diving off the La Salve Bridge into the Ría below with maximum acrobatic perfection, turning the urban area next to the Guggenheim Museum

Bilbao into a spectacular diving arena. Excitement is guaranteed.

In a dive from a height of 27 metres, with a fall lasting around 3 seconds, divers can attain a speed of 85-100 kilometres per hour.

The competition in Bilbao (four rounds of dives in two days) is one of the seven stops in the 2014 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series, together with Ireland, Norway, Portugal, Havana, Texas and Brazil.

Further information on www.redbullcliffdiving.com

Football League (1st Division) The games are played in the new San

21 september: Athletic Club-Granada CF

Mamés stadium.

More information on calendar and tickets

28 september: Athletic Club-SD Eibar

at the headquarters of the Athletic Club.  94 424 08 77. www.athletic-club.net

19 october: Athletic Club-RC Celta

64 useful information BILBAOCARD Bilbao Bizkaia Card is a card that integrates public transport and all cultural and leisure offerings in one place, so that the tourist can completely enjoy the visit to the city. The card includes: ● Entry to over 25 museums, monuments and tourist visits.

(Guggenheim Bilbao, Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, Bilbao Museum of Artistic Reproductions, Bizkaia Bridge…) ● Unlimited trips on the following modes of transport while the card is valid: Metro Bilbao, Urban and inter-urban buses, train, tram and Artxanda funicular railway. ● Discounts of up to 50% on leisure, restaurants, shopping, nightlife...

The price of the Bilbao Bizkaia Card is 30 euros for 24 hours, 35 euros for 48 hours and 40 euros for 72 hours. www.bilbaobizkaiacard.com

Guided tours through Bilbao Bilbao Tourism organizes guided walking tours accompanied by a professional

Information Consular Office Alameda Recalde, 50.  94 470 64 26 Citizen Information  010 ó 94 424 17 00

guide every Saturday and Sunday, with two itineraries: Ensanche and Abandoibarra, leaving at noon from the Bilbao Tourism office located next to the Guggenheim Museum; and Casco Viejo, leaving at 10.00 am from the Bilbao Tourism office at Plaza Circular. Tours can be arranged by appointment for groups of more than 15 people for the desired day and time. Price per person: 4,50€.

Length: 1 hour and 30 minutes.  94 479 57 60. información@bilbaoturismo.bilbao.net

Bilbao Reservations This new central reservations service is designed to accommodate the hotel demand generated at tourist information offices, as well as to promote Bilbao and its lodging. The service provides a tele­phone hotline for information and reservations ( 902 87 72 98), as well as personal attention at the tourist offices at La Plaza Circular and at the Guggenheim.

Bilbao Reservations is also available 24 hours a day through its web site. www.bilbaoreservas.com

Documentation (General Information)  900 15 00 00

PolicE AND EMERGENCIES

Information on the Transport Consortium of Biscay: Metro, Bizkaibus, Bilbobus, Eusko Tren, Eusko Tran, RENFE, FEVE, Vizcaya Transporter Bridge and Artxanda railway.  901 64 06 42

General Information on Roads  900 12 35 05 / 112

Ertzaintza.

SOS-Deiak  112 / 94 444 14 44

Eusko Tren (ET/FV) Atxuri, 6.  902 54 32 10

Consumer Information Office  94 420 49 69

Municipal Police Luis Briñas, 14.  092

Eusko Tran  902 54 32 10 www.euskotren.es/euskotran

Weather Service  94 453 06 660

Basque Health Service  94 410 00 00

Lost objects  94 420 49 81 Customs Barroeta Aldámar, 1.  94 423 47 00 Passports-Visas-National Identity Documents Alcalde Uhagón, 6.  94 421 00 00 Ext. 215

Emergencies Medical Service  902 21 21 24

Transport

Ferrocarriles Españoles Vía Estrecha (FEVE) Bailén, 2.  94 423 22 66 RENFE Plaza Circular, 2.  902 24 02 02

Bilbao-Loiu International Airport  94 471 03 01

Metro Bilbao.  94 425 40 25

Ferry Bilbao-Porstmouth Cosme Echevarrieta, 1.  94 423 44 77

Buses Bilbobus-Bizkaibus-Airport  902 222 265

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tourist transport Artxanda Railway Constructed in 1931 by the Swiss Van Rou Company. After the installation of the latest technical advances, today the railway travels along a 770-metre route, from Bilbao to Mount Artxanda.

Carretera de Artxanda a Santo Domingo, 27.  94 445 49 66

Transporter Bridge The oldest transport-bridge in the world, connecting Las Arenas with Portugalete, and that was recently declared a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee. Designed by the architect Alberto Palacio, it was inaugurated in 1893, and since then has been used by 650 million people. The service operates 24 hours a day, at 0.35 Euros a ride. The observation overpass is opened from 10.00 am to sunset. Price: Normal entry ticket: 7€; Walkway tour with audio-guide: 9€; Groups of 20+, children and OAP’s: 5,60€; Children under 5: free.

Audio-guide only: 2€. From Easter to July a photo exhibition entitled ‘Vizcaya Bridge; our industrial past’ on one of the terraces the bridge has on the Getxo bank.  94 480 10 12

Sightseeing bus This service is provided during holidays, long week-ends, Easter and during the summer season (July, August and September). You can find out about routes and timetables by calling.  696 42 98 48. www.busturistikoa.com

Bilboats This company offers three nautical outings along the estuary on the Ibai Alai boat: Navegando Bilbao (Navigating around Bilbao) (duration 60 minutes), Navegando al mar (Navigating to the sea) (120 minutes) and Navegas tú (You navigate) (to suit customer’s requirements). Prices range between 1€ (under 4 years of age) and 17€. The berth is located in Plaza de Pío Baroja (Pio Baroja Square). 94 642 41 57. www.bilboats.com

Garellano-Termibus Bus Terminal Gurtubay, 1.  94 439 52 05

Alquibilbo, S. L. General Eguía, 20.  94 441 20 12

Radio Taxi.  94 444 88 88

parking

Radio Taxi Bizkaia.  94 426 90 26

Parking on working days on the streets of Bilbao is ruled by a limited time system.

Radio Taxi Femade.  94 480 09 09

Underground parking lots: Arenal, Instituto-Correos, Ensanche, Indautxu, La Alhóndiga, Palacio Euskalduna and Pío Baroja.

vehicles

Communications

Municipal Crane  94 420 50 98

Telegrams by phone 94 424 20 00

Inmobilized vehicles due to traffic offence  94 420 50 98

Post Office Alameda Urquijo, 19. 94 422 05 48 / 94 422 03 76

Urban Bike. Renting of bycicles and tandems Villarías, 3  94 407 73 73 www.urban-bike.es

CREDIT CARDS

Tele Taxi.  94 410 21 21

(LOSS OR THEFT) American Express  91 572 03 03

Diners Club  902 40 11 12 / 91 211 43 00 Eurocard-Mastercard: Nacional credit card 91 519 21 00 / 91 519 60 00 Foreign credit card  900 97 44 45 Visa Servired: Nacional credit card  91 519 21 00 / 91 519 60 00 Foreign credit card  900 97 12 31 4B  91 362 62 00 / 902 11 44 00 6000  91 596 53 35

foreign currency Updated exchange rate information  91 384 16 24

66 map Hotels Bilbao 1 Carlton ***** Plaza Federico Moyúa, 2.

 94 416 22 00 www.hotelcarlton.es 2 G. H. Dómine Bilbao Silken ***** Alameda Mazarredo, 61.  94 425 33 00

http://silken-gran-hotel-domine.h-rez.com/ 3 López de Haro ***** Obispo Orueta, 2.  94 423 55 00

www.hotellopezdeharo.com 4

Meliá Bilbao *****

Lehendakari Leizaola, 29.

 94 428 00 00 http://es.melia.com/hoteles/espana/bilbao/ melia-bilbao/index.html 5

Abando ****

Colón de Larreátegui, 7.

 94 423 62 00 www.hotelabando.com 6

Barceló Bilbao Nervión****

Campo Volantín, 11.  94 445 47 00 7

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Artetxe **

Ctra. Enekuri-Artxanda, km. 7.

 94 474 77 80

www.hotelarte­txe.com 24

Bilbao Jardines **

Jardines, 9.  94 479 42 10

www.hotelbilbaojardines.com 25

Bilbi **

Miribilla, 8.  94 415 28 11

www.hotelbilbi.com/castellano.html 26

Estadio **

Plaza Encarnación, 3 .

 94 433 07 59 www.hotelsirimiri.com

Hesperia Zubialde ****

Pablo Picasso, 13.

 94 443 14 50 www.hotelvistaalegre.com

Holiday Inn Bilbao ****

Ribera, 3.  94 479 00 01

www.hotelarriaga.es

NH-Villa de Bilbao ****

Gran Vía, 87.  94 441 60 00

www.nh-hoteles.es/nh/es/hoteles/espana/

bilbao/nh-villa-de-bilbao.html 14 Sercotel Coliseo **** Alameda de Urquijo, 13.

 94 679 29 31

www.hotelcoliseobilbao.com 15 Silken Indautxu **** Bombero Etxaniz, s/n.

 94 421 11 98

www.hoteles-silken.com/hotel-indautxu-bilbao 16 Spa Husa Jardines de Albia **** San Vicente, 6.

 94 435 41 40

www.hotelhusaspajardinesdealbia.com 17 Zenit Bilbao **** Autonomía, 58.  94 410 81 08

www.zenithoteles.com 18

Tryp Arenal ***

Hesperia Bilbao****

Avda. Zumalacárregui, 40.

 94 412 43 00 www.holidayinn.com/hotels/us/es/bilbao/ biohi/hoteldetail

12 Miró **** Alameda Mazarredo, 77.  94 661 18 80

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Fueros, 2 (Arenal).  902 14 44 40 www.tryphotels.com/es/hotel-tryp-arenalbilbao-espana.html

P. Martínez Artola, 8.

 94 443 71 00 hotelzabalburu.com

Camino de la Ventosa, 34.

 94 400 81 00 www.hesperia-zubialde.com 11

Petit Palace Arana ***

Gran Bilbao****

Campo Volantín, 28.  94 405 11 00 www.hesperia-bilbao.com

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Bidebarrieta, 2.  94 415 64 11

www.petitpalacearanabilbaohotel.com

J. A. Zunzunegui, 10.

 94 442 42 41 www.hotelestadio.net

Indalecio Prieto, 1.  94 432 85 75.

www.hotelgranbilbao.com 9

NH Deusto ***

Ercilla ****

Ercilla, 37/39.  94 470 57 00

www.hotelercilla.es 8

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Francisco Maciá, 9.  94 476 00 06 www.nh-hoteles.es/nh/es/hoteles/espana/ bilbao/nh-deusto.html

Abba Parque ***

Rodríguez Arias, 66.

 94 441 31 00-32 00

www.abbaparquehotel.com 19 Best Western Conde Duque *** Campo Volantín, 22.

 94 445 60 00

www.bestwesternhotelcondeduque.com

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Photo Zabalburu** Sirimiri **

Vista Alegre ** Arriaga *

Ibis Bilbao *

General Concha, 28.  94 443 39 37 www.accorhotels.com/es/hotel-6141-ibisbilbao-centro/index.shtml 32

Ripa *

Ripa, 3.  94 423 96 77 www.hotel-ripa.com 33

Edificio Santiago Apartahotel

Licenciado Poza, 12.  94 470 39 20 www.edificiosantiago.com 34

Edificio Apartamentos Atxuri

Ortutxueta, 1.  94 466 78 32 www.apartamentosatxuri.com 35

Albergue Bilbao

Ctra. Basurto-Kastrexana, 70

 94 427 00 54

http://albergue.bilbao.net This establishment is ISO 9002 certified and has 48 rooms (22 double rooms). The dining room is open to the public.

Hotel Modus Vivendi***

Sipiri, 32 - Sopelana Tel.: 94 676 70 77 www.hotelmodusvivendi.com Family hotel with 18 bedrooms, located in a peaceful but centrally located area of Sopelana, a coastal town with magnificent beaches, and only one step away from the metro station. Free gymnasium and sauna.

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gastronomĂ­a compras gastronomy &yshopping 1 Abando

2 Alquibilbo 3 Bodega Urbana

4 Brass 5 CafĂŠ Bilbao

6 Claudio La Feria del JamĂłn 7 Egiluz 8 Eguzkilore 9 El Globo

10 El Txoko de la Mary 11 Eskina Kasko

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12 FrescCo

13 Getaria 14 IruĂąa

15 La Barraca 16 La Granja 17 La Mary

18 La Taberna de los Mundos 19 Lasa

20 Los Jaboneros 21 Miu 22 NicolĂĄs

espacios interĂŠs spaces ofde interest 23 Ribs

24 RimbombĂ­n 25 Serantes 26 Shibui 27 Tagliatella

28 Trastevere

29 Urbieta 30 VĂ­ctor

31 Yandiola/La Florinda

1 Archaeological Museum of

Bizkaia 2 Athletic Club Museum

(closed for works) 3 Museum of Fine Arts

6 Euskararen Etxea

11 Bullfighting Museum

7 Guggenheim Bilbao

12 Basque Museum

Museum 8 Bilbao Maritime Museum

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4 Benedict Museum Bilbao

9 Museum of Passages (A5)

5 Diocesan Museum of

10 Bilbao Museum

Sacred Art

Reproductions (B5)

13 AlhĂłndiga Bilbao 14 E uskalduna Conference

Centre and Concert Hall 15 Rekalde Exhibition Space