Rural Rural Tourism
Enjoy the natural things in life
Away from the noise, close to people
•A thousand reasons to choose Bilbao Bizkaia as a destination
•Experiences that will allow you to blend into your surroundings
•Let nature watch over your dreams
•Suggestions for walks, excursions and charming spots
For more sustainable and responsible tourism
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You'll love to DISCOVER
BILBAO BIZKAIA a natural destination
Rural activities can still be found throughout Biscay. This will allow you to get an insight into the culture, identity and singularity of the Basque people, true to their traditions, their culture and, most importantly, to their gastronomy.
What's more, most of the rural accommodation available is in centuries-old traditional farmhouses, buildings of great strength and beauty that will allow you to enjoy a truly authentic experience.
Take a look at its seven coastal or inland districts and choose what best suits your tastes or needs, in the assurance that the hospitality will be excellent, it's the way we are...
Urdaibai
There's not enough space here to list all the reasons that will entice you to visit Bilbao Bizkaia and enjoy its rural and agritourism activities and services.
So we'll simply mention a few that make this territory with its own inimitable identity, so special and unique. Its own language, its different folklore, its internationally acclaimed cuisine, its landscape where the sea and the mountains merge into one and, above all, its welcoming people who will readily show you their way of life..
BILBAO BIZKAIA LANDSCAPE PEOPLE IDENTITY GASTRONOMY HISTORY
BEARINGS Getting your
This is Bilbao Bizkaia. This historical territory is surrounded by the sea and mountains, bordered by the territories of Gipuzkoa and Araba-Álava, making up the Autonomous Community of the Basque Country.
There are many towns and villages that are linked to an industrial past, together with chartered towns and cities that offer an important heritage value, where, like no other place, customs and contemporary culture go hand in hand.
And all presided over by its capital city, Bilbao, which enjoys an internationally recognised position as a city of great interest.
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You'll love to PRACTICE
ADVENTURE
live and direct
If you are visiting our region, it's because you want to enjoy its nature and its people. The best way to do so is through the many different experiences on offer.
Some are more typical of our region and the lifestyle of our people, while others are focused on adventure in the countryside or water, giving you a direct feel for a welcoming land, one that is vibrant and often intriguing
LPRACTICE
Lanestosa
Armañon Natural Park
Karrantza
Gorliz
Sopuerta Lemoiz
Zierbena
Artzentales Muskiz
Balmaseda
Zalla
ook on the map and find the place where you're staying and there's sure to be an activity of interest nearby. Even so, don't worry about distances because Bilbao Bizkaia is not extensive and the activity that you're interested in will never be far away. Gordexola
RURAL EXPERIENCES
Organic farming
Shepherd for a day
Visit to a farm
Watermill
Artisan bread making
"Talo" (cornflour pancake) making
Leather workshop
Natural cosmetics
University of Basque Pelota
Ancient traditions
Traditional farmhouse activities
Leioa
Erandio
Urduliz Derio Galdames
Güeñes
Amorebieta-Etxano Lezama Mungia Gatika Laukiz
Markina-Xemein
Ondarroa
Abadiño
RURAL EXPERIENCES first-hand
There's no better way to explore the places you visit than by actively taking part in local activities, such as cooking typical dishes, visiting a Baserri (traditional farmhouse)... in short, enjoying your rural experience through nature and your surroundings.
Discover a Baserri
The traditional farmhouse (Baserria) is a typically Basque building with a rich history dating back generations and with a special kind of beauty that blends into the surrounding landscape. Its allotments, its animals...you'll really enjoy being a baserritarra and part of the farmhouse while also learning a few words in the Basque language, it's an awesome experience.
Let wild flowers and plants be your "main ingredients" to make your cosmetics the natural way.
Flour mills
As if time has stood still, the mill stones continue to move at the pace set by the currents of water, to grind corn into flour.
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And with this flour, or flour made from other grains, learn to make your own bread. There's nothing more delicious than freshly baked bread.
Shepherd for a day
Feel like a real shepherd or shepherdess. Enjoy contact with nature, learn to make cheese and spend your day with some true shepherding professionals, who always have many stories to tell.
University of Basque Pelota
Get an insight into this internationally wellknown, traditional Basque sport. Mano (handball), pala (bat) or cesta punta (pointed basket)... and if you have the opportunity, get direct experience of a pelotazale day, letting yourself be caught up in the atmosphere. It's unique.
Handcrafts guided by experts to put leather to a thousand and one different shapes and uses. Learn these techniques first-hand and make your first item.
BILBAO METROPOLI
Traditional
ENKARTERRI
Children's vegetable garden and workshop on Basque farmhouse animals AREITZ SOROA Bº Artze, 1 GALDAMES albergueareitzsoroa.es 685 790 558 Organic farming workshop AREITZ SOROA Bº Artze, 1 GALDAMES
Leather workshop "Talo" (cornflour pancake) making
A Talo is a cornflour pancake, something that has been made in Euskadi since ancient times. Wrap it around chorizo, txistorra (fresh paprika sausage), bacon or chocolate, if you have a sweet tooth.
Get into adventure mode because a fierce Cantabrian Sea awaits you, as well as rugged mountains and valleys carpeted in an incomparable green.
ACTIVE
TOURISM in green or blue
Excursions along the coast
Beaches, cliffs, flysch ... almost inaccessible spots, but which can be seen and enjoyed by taking one of the boat trips on offer.
Practice Surfing
The Bilbao Bizkaia coast is perfect for practicing this sport, with internationally wellknown beaches. So come on and do some surfing or get into it and take some surfing classes
Birding
Watching the native and migratory birds becomes a relaxing, very beautiful activity.
Climbing and caving
For beginners, an activity that you'll "get hooked on", as you get better and better, and through direct contact with rocks and caves.
Urdaibai
Hiking
Short, medium and long-distance routes to get immersed in nature, enjoy the silence and breathe in the fresh air.
Hot air balloon rides
This is an experience that you will never forget. View the landscape from above, in silence and rocked by the wind.
Horse rides
A number of horseriding centres offer the possibility of enjoying this experience that is sure to leave its "mark".
Golf
If you enjoy golf, then don't leave your clubs behind, given that Bilbao Bizkaia offers you a number of golf ranges and courses so that you can practice your favourite sport.
Bike trails Paragliding
Rail trails, former rail tracks and other routes prepared for biking enthusiasts are just waiting for you.
For those who embody adventure, an experience that requires training but which is certainly well worthwhile.
ENKARTERRI
Treetop adventure park
SOPUERTA ABENTURA Sopuerta sopuerta-abentura.com · 663 805 609
BIZKAIA PARK ABENTURA Gueñes bizkaiaparkabentura.com 688 603 814
Surfing on the Arena beach
LA ARENA SURF CENTER Zierbena laarenasurfcenter.com 636 921 673 / 617 480 401
The Camino Encartado MTB route BIZKAIROUTE Enkarterri bizkairoute.com 627 658 391
Woodland Bathing
CAMINAR EN SILENCIO Enkarterri caminarensilencio.com 680 253 354
Thermal spa
EL MOLINAR Karrantza casavicentpallotti.com 946 806 002
Hill rambling
GALIPA MENDI BIRA Zierbena · 946 404 877
Ortuella Green Series ORTUELLA greeenserisxco.com
Karrantza Harana ibilaldia karrantzamendi.blogspot.com
GORBEIA AND ORDUÑA
Hiking
ORDUÑA bit.ly/urdunawikilo
Street Escape: Orozko guided by Mari GORBEIALDE Orozko www.gorbeiaeuskadi.com 946 122 695
Routes and beauty spots in Gorbeia
GORBEIAKO ATERPEA Parque Natural Gorbeia www.gorbeiakoaterpea.eus 711 776 648 / 946 338 148
Paragliding in Gorbeia
PARAPENTE BIZKAIA S.L. Orozko www.parapentebizkaia.com 688 625 460
Picnic on two wheels
AXPE E-BIKE Otxandio 94 45 00 66 625 702 019
Snow shoes
LURRA AVENTURA Gorbeia (Pagomakurre) · www.lurra-abventure.com 664 027 346
Hot air ballooning
GLOBOS ESTRATOS Orduña · www.globosestratos.com 659 565 412
Paragliding
URDU HEGAN PARAPENTE ESKOLA Orduña www.urduheganparapente.com · 655 714 999
Thermal spa
ORDUÑA GESTIÓN H72 SL Hotel Balneario Orduña Plaza www.hotelordunaplaza.com · 945 569 038
Birding
TURISMO BULEGOA 945 384 384
URDAIBAI
Surfing in Mundaka/Laida MUNDAKA BARRA SURF mundakabarrasurf.com · 688 683 144
Horse riding in Elantxobe
ELANTXOBE ZALDIXEK Elantxobe · elantxobeko-zaldixek.negocio.site · 639 425 283
E-bike rides through Urdaibai
EBIKE BASQUE www.ebikebasque.com 617 238 802 / 946 193 480
Bike hire
BASATI BIKE · www.basatibike.com 944 653 839
E-bike hire
NUEVA EUROPA INICIATIVAS TURÍSTICAS
www.visiturdaibai.com · 946 250 606
Birding
URDAIBAI BIRD CENTER /ASOCIACIÓN ARANZADI Orueta · www.birdcenter.org 699 839 202
Boat trips
URDAIBAI BOAT urdaibaiboat.com · 688 771 771
URDAIBAI ON www.urdaibaion.com 626 859 477
HEGALUZE ITXAS ZERBITZUAK Bermeo www.hegaluze.com · 666 791 021
Catamaran outings
BAY OF BISCAY SAILING www.bayofbiscaysailing.com · 605 746 761
Boat trips
MATXITXAKO NAUTIKA Bermeo www.matxitxako.net · 678 84 41 28
Boat trips and diving
BAY OF BISCAY SAILING Bermeo · www.bayofbiscaysailing.com 722 850 987
IZKIRA URDAIBAI Urdaibai www.izkiraurdaibai.com · 633 33 12 30
Canoe-kayak, Stand up paddle and rowing
UR URDAIBAI-LEKEITIO Ibarrangelu-lekeitio
www.urdaibai.com 946 276 661 / 688 635 190
URIBE
Active tourism
TROKA ABENTURA Gorliz www.troka.com · 659 394 088,
TAUPADA ABENTURA Gorliz Phone. 747 43 67 98 · www.taupadabentura.com
Multi-adventure
BTQ EVENTOS Y SERVICIOS Lemoiz · www.btqeventos.com
RK ABENTURA Erandio www.rkabentura.com 695 268 712
Biking - MTB
EBIKE BASQUE Bakio · www.ebikebasque.com 94 619 34 80
Multi-adventure Tours and routes en 4x4 vehicles
4X4 OCIO AVENTURA Bakio www.4x4ocioaventura.com · 946 194 138 609 648 999
Experiences, gastronomy and culture
NEW DIVERSION PARK Gorliz www.newdiversionpark.com · 654 381 147
Canoe-kayak, Paintball, multi-adventure
KIRIK S. KOOP Urduliz www.kirik.com 946764634
Diving, fishing, boat trips, Gaztelugatxe… ACERCANDO EL MAR Bakio · juan@acercandoelmar.com 686 116 551
Surfing school
URIBE KOSTA SURF ESKOLA Sopela www.uribekostasurfeskola.com 617 467 564
BIGUI SURF ESKOLA Gorliz www.bigui.es 680 177 388
BAKIO RIP CURL SURF ESKOLA Bakio · www.bakiosurfeskola.com · 605 727 675
URETAN BASQUE SURF CENTER Bakio www.uretansurfing.com · 680 279 526
GORKA YARRITU SURF ESKOLA Sopela · www.surfeskolasopelana.com · 667 557 839
PEÑATXURI SURF ESKOLA Sopela · www.ptxsurfeskola.com 600 300 244
LA SALBAJE SURF ESKOLA Sopela · www.lasalbajesurfeskola.com · 675 650 713
Surfing school/Sports equipment
LOKAL SURF Bakio lokalsurfbakio.com · 615 743 528
Surfing school & sup
ALOKA SOPELA SURF & SUP Sopela · www.alokasurf.com · 605 72 15 94
JAIKI SURF & SUP ESKOLA Barrika www.barrikasurfcamp.com 946 774 497 656 792 766
Surfing y Stand up paddle
BARRIKA SURF KANP Barrika www.barrikasurfcamp.com · 946 774 497
Canoe-kayak, Stand up paddle and surfing
CABOBILLANO · Plentzia www.cabobillano.com 678 675 304
Paragliding
PARAPENTE BIZKAIA Sopela-orduña www.parapentebizkaia.com 688 62 54 60
PARAPENTE SOPELANA S.L. Sopela www.parapentesopelana.com 607 213 431
SKY NORTE Sopela www.skynorte.com 637 724 263
IPARAPENTE Sopela www.iparapente.com 693 695 580
Hot air balloon tourist rides
GLOBOS ESTRATOS Plentzia www.globosestratos.com 659565412
Golf
GOLF PALACIO URGOITI Mungia · www.palaciourgoiti.com 946 746 868
ESCUELA DE GOLF MARTIARTU Erandio · www.clubmartiartu.com 944 640 011
ESCUELA DE GOLF CELLES GOLF ESKOLA Derio · escuelagolfcelles.com 944 541 328
GOLF (PITCH AND PUTT) Derio www.golfderio.com 944 540 574
Horse riding routes
CLUB HIPICO CASTILLO DE BUTRON Gatika · www.hipicabutron.es · 653736383
CLUB HÍPICO GOIHERRI Erandio www.clubhipicogoiherri.com · 695 418 955
CLUB DEPORTIVO “HIPIKA BUTROI” Gatika 646 325 720
C.D. HÍPICA ARETXALDE Lezama 695 771 609
CENTRO ECUESTRE SOLAZPI Lezama · www.centroecuestresolazpi.com
620 153 693
CLUB HÍPICO LAUKINIZ Laukiz · laukiniz.com · 946 151 380 663 887 093
HÍPICA GOIKO MENDI Lemoiz goikomendi.com 946 879 427 / 649 385 950
CLUB HÍPICO Mungia www.clubhipicamungia.es 946 742 302
CLUB HÍPICO IROLAS Urduliz www.clubhipicoirolas.com · 607 416 888
CLUB HÍPICO Urduliz · 946 765 834
CLUB HÍPICO ZAIARAN Urduliz 946 763 997
Geotourism and environmental education routes
EKOBIDEAK Leioa www.ekobideak.com 666 85 77 61
GEOTXIKI Erandio www.geotxiki.com 677 170 921
Tourism guide, guided tours of Euskadi
CRISTIAN LERTXUNDI 667 049 481
DURANGALDEA
Climbing and caving and guided routes
SOKAN www.sokan.eus 635 748 947
ESPELEO 680 319 081
ASIER PEREZ MENDI GIDARIA www.asierperez.eus · 620 089 039
ZINTZILIK LABORATORIO DE EMOCIONES www.zintzilik.eus
Adventure and nature outings UR2000 www.ur2000.com · 636 365 635
Horse-riding routes
HAMAIKA IZPI www.hamaikaizpi.com 615 737 123
KATI BI www.katibi.com 635 712 928
CLUB HÍPICO DUKIENA, S.L Berriz www.centrohipicodukiena.com · 631 115 247
CLUB DEPORTIVO HIPICA ARIALDE Iurreta www.clubdeportivoarialde.com 697 981 131
Guided bike tours
BASQUE COUNTRY BIKE www.basquecountry.bike · 688 690 815
Orientation routes Guided routes through the mountains LURRA ADVENTURE www.lurra-adventure.com · 664 027 346
Nastural Science Games MUSEO HONTZA FUNDACIÓN Mañaria · www.hontzamuseoa.eus 946 216 555
Canyoning, multi-adventure
INGURU ABENTURA Ermua · www.inguruabentura.com 635 748 948
Biking - MTB BASQUE COUNTRY BIKE Abadiño · www.basquecountry.bike/es 688 69 08 15
LEA ARTIBAI
Adventure,
Surfing and Stand up paddle DZINGUA KIROL EKINTZAK Lekeitio · www.dzinguakirolekintzak.com · 688 826 797
Bungee jumping and multi-adventure SUSTRAIAK NATURA Etxebarria www.sustraiaknatura.com · 946 169 100
Canoe-kayak, Stand up paddle and rowing UR URDAIBAI-LEKEITIO Ibarrangelu-lekeitio www.urdaibai.com · 946 276 661 688 635 190
BILBAO METROPOLI
Hiking, Nordic walking EUSKADI TREK Bilbao www.euskaditrek.es · 635 715 754
Boat trips
BILBOATS Bilbao www.bilboats.com · 946424157
Canoe-kayak, Stand up paddle BILBOBENTURA Bilbao www.bilbobentura.com · 660734953
Hiking, Orientation and Canyoning FEEL THE ADVENTURE Bilbao www.feeltheadventure.eus 669 01 46 99
Biking - MTB
BIZI CYCLE TOURS Bilbao www.bizicycletours.com · 690 69 85 51
Hiking
WILEXTOURS Getxo www.wilextours.com · 665 642 947
Boat trips
ESCUELA NAUTICA ARRILUZE Getxo www.escuelanauticaarriluze.com 615 57 17 88 MARMITAKO SAILING Getxo · www.marmitakosailing.com · 609 30 33 27
POLARIS NAUTIKA ESKOLA Getxo · www.polariseskola.eus 619 11 52 25
Diving, fishing, boat trips, Gaztelugatxe… DIVE TARPOON Getxo · www.divetarpoon.com 944 912 577
Paragliding, Stand up paddle and Surfing FANGALOKA EXPERIENCE Getxo · www.fangalokaexperience.com · 627 632 133
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You'll fancy a REST
WHEN NATURE watches over your dreams
No one questions the fact that Nature is the best resting place. To this end, Bilbao Bizkaia offers you a whole range of accommodation in the very heart of nature. Here you'll find the peace and quiet that you've been looking for and will be able to share the welcoming spirit of your hosts. You simply need to decide when and where and how.
To make things easier for you, this map is divided into districts, so that you can choose between the coastal areas or one of the beautiful inland valleys.
We have also indicated the different types of accommodation with a series of symbols so that you can make your choice based on type, services, size, amenities... Although it's not going to be an easy choice, you can be sure that, whatever you choose, you're going to get it right. And then there's always the option of coming back again, isn't there?
Armañón
Natural Park
Pozalagua
Karrantza
Lanestosa
Gorliz
Plentzia
Barrika
Sopela
Urduliz
Zierbena
Santurtzi
Portugalete
Barakaldo
Sopuerta
Galdames
ENKARTERRI
Güeñes
Balmaseda
Zalla
Laukiz
Getxo
Leioa
BILBAO METRÓPOLI
Erandio
Bilbao
Bakio
Lemoiz
Gatika
Mungia
URIBE
Derio
Lezama
Bermeo
Elantxobe
Ea
Mundaka
Gernika-Lumo
URDAIBAI
LEA
Lekeitio
Mendexa
Ondarroa
ARTIBAI
Markina-Xemein
Galdakao
Zaratamo
Amorebieta-Etxano
DURANGALDEA
Igorre
Gordexola
Arakaldo
Orozko
AGRITOURISM
RURAL HOUSE
RURAL APARTMENT
RURAL HOTEL
Orduña
Zeberio
Artea
Dima
Areatza
GORBEIA
Zeanuri
Gorbeia
Natural Park
Durango
Abadiño
Elorrio
Urkiola
Natural Park
Otxandio
You will find these icons to guide you in your choice
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breakfast
wifi
Sleeps up to/persons use of kitchen meeting room swimming pool barbeque spa
wheelchair-friendly restaurant pets
ENKARTERRI Industrial past and heritage
Bº Azordoiaga a 3km direccion Pagasarri · ALONSOTEGI ordaola.es · ordaola@gmail.com 617 072 647
Bº Matienzo 30 · KARRANTZA fuenternilla@gmail.com 625 705 730
Bº Los Lombanos, s/n · KARRANTZA casaruralaingeru.com aingeru@live.com 675 118 632
At Enkarterri nature expresses itself in all the splendour of its valleys, mountains, sea and caves such as Pozalagua which holds the greatest collection of eccentric stalactites in the world. All in a land with an important industrial past, as reflected in installations such as the 15th century El Pobal ironworks at Muskiz, the Museum of Mining at Abanto-Zierbena, the La Arboleda reservoir at Trapagarán or the beret factory at la Encartada in Balmaseda. Mention should also be made of the heritage to be found in places such as Balmaseda or Lanestosa If you're going to the seaside, then the extensive beach of la Arena between Muskiz and Zierbena awaits you,.
SAN PEDRO
Bº San Pedro, 4 · ABANTO · ZIERBENA arsanpedro.net info@arsanpedro.com 630 071 038
Horkasitas 69 · ARTZENTALES palaciohorkasitas.com info@palaciohorkasitas.com 615 655 822
Las Llanas de Iratzagorria 2 GORDEXOLA txispu69@gmail.com 665 747 483
La Arboleda
GAILURRETAN
Bº Lanzasagudas, 17 · KARRANTZA gailurretan.com gailurretan@gailurretan.com 661 293 977 12
MUGARRI
Bº Molinillo, 2 - POBEÑA · MUSKIZ casaruralmugarri.com casaruralmugarri@gmail.com 639 651 257 14
URREZKO AMETSA
Bº Las Muñecas, 9 · SOPUERTA urrezkoametsa.com urrezko33@gmail.com 650 309 762
MENDI ALAI
Bº Cezura, 23 · KARRANTZA mendialai.net info@mendialai.net 678 787 256
LABEONDO
Giba Fregenal, 18 MUSKIZ www.labeondo.com labeondo@gmail.com 628 718 710
BATZARKI
Avellaneda 12 · SOPUERTA batzarki.com batzarki@gmail.com 946 504 201
ENKARTADA
Bº Mercadillo, 34 SOPUERTA enkartada.com casarural@enkartada.com 638 579 183
BIZKAR BARE
Bº El Acebal, 7 · SOPUERTA bizkar-bare.com bizkarbare@outlook.es 659 033 612
SAN ROQUE
Campo de Las Monjas,1 · BALMASEDA hotelsanroque.es info@hotelsanroque.es 946 102 268
ISASI
Bº Zubiete 53 · GORDEXOLA hotelisasi.com hotelisasi@hotelisasi.com 946798224
ALMA DE ROMERO
Bº Ahedo, 25 · KARRANTZA almaderomero.com info@almaderomero.com 946806869
Bº Bezi, 8 · SOPUERTA pikatzaenea.com casarural@pikatzaenea.com 617 471 936
VALLE DE TURTZIOZ
C/ Lehendakari Agirre 46 TURTZIOZ
info@hotelruralvalledetrucios.com 946 673 225 / 659 327 464
Bº Lasier, s/n · GÜEÑES hotelguenes.com
info@hotelguenes.com 699 408 278
LAS PALMERAS
Avda. Fuente Vieja 9 · MUSKIZ laspalmerashotelrural.com info@laspalmerashotelrural.com 946 706 392
PALACIO MUÑATONES
Bº San Julian 16 · MUSKIZ hotelpalaciomunatones.com reservas@hotelpalaciomunatones.com 946 338 871
IBARRA
Bº Llantada, 11 · ZALLA hotelibarrazalla.com info@hotelibarrazalla.com 618789720
Bº El Puerto,19 · ZIERBENA hotelkaiarural.com bittor78@hotmail.com 946 366 374
URIBE ... on the coast
BISALDE
Urkitzaurrealde
www.basarte.net basarte@basarte.net
Zubiaurrealde 39A · BAKIO www.nekatur.net/bisalde bisaldeapartamentosbakio@gmail.com 639 242 355
MIAMENDI
Legina 1 · LARRABETZU www.miamendi.com miamendi@hotmail.com 944 557 084 12
MADARIAN
Aretxalde 88 · LEZAMA www.madarian.com madarian.agroturismo@gmail.com 944 554 427 / 653 743 185
TXARBADI
Mesterika Auzoa 5 · MEÑAKA www.txarbadiagroturismo.com txarbadi@hotmail.com 946 743 027
GOIENA NEKAZALTURISMOA
Bakioko bidea 7, EMERANDO · MUNGIA www.casaruralgoiena.com goiena7@yahoo.es 946 741 245 / 630 934 134 10
he district of Uribe is inland and on the coast. Here, history, culture and gastronomy are evident in its towns and villages, offering a traditional cuisine that is open to new trends. This is the perfect area for doing adventure sports in its valleys and along its rugged coast
There are a large number of Txakoli wine cellars open to visitors, or where you can enjoy unforgettable culinary experiences. The beaches dotted along its coastline, such as Plentzia and Gorliz are natural spots of great beauty.
So you'll need to choose between the sea breeze or the pure air of the countryside.
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IABITI AURREKOA
Arteaga 13 · ZAMUDIO www.iabiti.com agroturismo.iabiti@gmail.com 944 522 370
CASA DE MADERA Zameza auzoa 52-A · ARRIETA 622530162 / 640312000
GAUBEKA
Urkitzaurrealde 17 · BAKIO www.gaubeka.org
gaubeka@gaubeka.org 635 708 668
SOLOA LANDETXEA
Basigoko Bide Nagusia, 1, 48130 BAKIO soloalandetxea.com soloalandetxea@gmail.com 652 751 194
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ARRIORTUA
Bº San Cristóbal 29 · DERIO www.nekatur.net/arriortua casarural@arriortua.com 944 543 044
Goierriko bidea 33 · BARRIKA www.nekatur.net/gane ganebizkaia@gmail.com 946 761 683
Bide Nagusia 16 · BARRIKA www.nekatur.net/zearreta josebazarraga@hotmail.com 639 492 732
ARRIBEITI ZARRA
Landatxu bidea, Escuelas de Arriaga 10 · ERANDIO www.nekatur.net/arribeiti arribeitizarra@gmail.com 635 747 292
AGARRE LANDETXEA
Barrio Azillona 53 · GAMIZ-FIKA www.agarre.es reservas@agarre.es
BUTRÓN FARMHOUSE
Barrio Butrón s/n · GATIKA www.caseriobutron.com info@caseriobutron.com 649 477 441 / 660 091 251
MAHASTI DESCANSO Butroi 8 · GATIKA www.mahastidescanso.com
info@mahastidescanso.com 644 732 900
EGUZKILORE LANDETXEA
Jose Antonio Agirre 16 D, (48111 LAUKIZ) www.eguzkilore-laukiz.com txabikath@hotmail.com 609 367027
GARAIZAR FARMHOUSE
Kurtzegana 11B · MARURI-JATABE www.nekatur.net/garaizar garaizarco@telefonica.net 946 741 424 / 635 716
ATXISPE ETXEA
Elizalde 23 · LAUKIZ
www.atxispeetxea.com
atxispe1@gmail.com
677 795 267
MATSA
Aretxalde 153 · LEZAMA www.ruralmatsa.com info@ruralmatsa.com 944 556 086
ERROTA-BARRI
Zumetzaga bidea 6, MARKAIDA · MUNGIA www.errota-barri.com
info@errota-barri.com 946 150 143 / 687 760 591
BEKOABADENE
Mesterika auzoa, 4 · 48120 MEÑAKA bekoabadenemenaka@gmail.com 635 008 808
URRESILLO
Meñakabarrena auzoa 27 · MEÑAKA
www.urresillolandetxea.com
urresillolandetxea@gmail.com 605 701 808
BARTUREN
Perune baserria 3, MEÑAKABARRENA www.barturen.biz
info@barturen.biz 655 721 133
Atelata bidea 7 · MUNGIA www.nekatur.net/oraindi oraindi06@yahoo.es
635 716
LARRAKOETXEA
Bº Berreaga 3 · PLENTZIA www.larrakoetxea.com información@larrakoetxea.com 946 770 860
/ 946 744 849
Txirro Bidea 10B · MUNGIA www.txokoetxe.com info@txokoetxe.com 6157 996 07
TELLERI
Avda. Arrietara 17 · SOPELA www.telleri.com silviasope@gmail.com 946 765 888 / 686 110 474
URETA LANDA
Gibelorratzagako San Pelaio Bidea, 52 BAKIO info@uretalanda.com
94 619 30 30 / 688 620 200
URDAIBAI Opening up to the sea
ORTULANE
Araba 5 · URDULIZ www.ortulane.com
info@ortulane.com
946 764 426 / 669 861 711 8
Arteaga auzoa 63 ·
Much to see and much to enjoy. This district boasts the amazing estuary of Urdaibai recognised by UNESCO as a biosphere reserve. Birds, sea and beautiful beaches await you. You will find places such as Bermeo with its nearby island of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe which is definitely a must-visit, Santimamiñeand its caves with prehistoric paintings, the quaint fishing villages of Mundaka and Ea the historical village of Gernika with its museum of Peace, holding sculptures by Chillida, among others, in its park of the people of Europe, and the Casa de Juntas (Assembly House). There is also an interesting and enjoyable market held on Mondays, where you will find quality products on sale from the nearby farmhouses.
San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
ARISTIETA
Aristieta Baserria. Kanpantxu auzoa AJANGIZ www.nekatur.net/aristieta aristieta@aristieta.com 630 225 001 / 652 402 024 / 946 258 500 12
KASA BARRI
Mañu auzoa · BERMEO www.kasabarri.com kasabarri@hotmail.com 686 627 430 / 946885389
Artike Auzoa s/n · BERMEO www.lurdeia.com lurdeia@lurdeia.com 666 477 665
MADALEN AURREKOA
Madalen auzoa · ERRIGOITI www.nekatur.net/madalenaurrekoa madalenaurrekoa@gmail.com 946 254 631
ARTIKETXE
Artike, 16 · BERMEO www.nekatur.net/artiketxe 946 885 629
ASTEI
Montecalvo · MUXIKA www.nekatur.net/astei astei_u@hotmail.com 689 802 362 / 946 732 318 / 946 250 641
Bº San Bartolome, 20B · BUSTURIA www.nekatur.net/iturbe agroiturbe@outlook.es 636 328
Basetxetas, 12 · GAUTEGIZ ARTEAGA www.urresti.net urresti@urresti.net 629 241 144 / 946 251 843
Bº Arboliz, 23 · IBARRANGELU www.casaruralpaisvasco.net info@merrutxu.com
626 860 395 / 946 276 435
IBERREKO ERROTA
Ariatza MUXIKA www.iberrekoerrota.es iberrekoerrota@gmail.com
635 715 332 / 946 254 567 16
ARRIZURIETA
Mañu auzoa, 43 · BERMEO www.arrizurieta.es info@arrizurieta.es
607 482 700 / 666 318 227 / 946 885 538 16
ANDUTZA
Angelutxu Auzoa, 38 · EA www.nekatur.net/andutza royoajuria75@gmail.com
635 733 569 / 635 733 570 / 944 651 036 8
ASTOBIETA
Kanpantxu, 57 · AJANGIZ www.nekatur.net/astobieta crastobieta@yahoo.es 679 057 905 7
ASITXO
San Miguel Auzoa, 12 · BERMEO www.asitxo.com asitxobaserria@hotmail.com 686 589 601 8
APIKALE
Urtza 14, EA www.apikale.com atalaia@apikale.com
633 405 640 / 691 771 726 10
EA ASTEI
Olagorta Auzoa, EA www.astei.com info@astei.com 619 560 123 12
URDAIBAI ETXEA
Zarakondegi 10, EA
www.urdaibaietxea.com
638 782 815 16
OGOÑO MENDI
Bermokiz, 6 · ELANTXOBE www.ogonomendi.com/ogonomendi ogonomendi@gmail.com 657 716 648
ENDEITXE
Basetxetas-Atxoste, 27 · EREÑO www.nekatur.net/endeitxe endeitxelandaetxea@hotmail.com
656 788 589 / 946 257 511
UGALDE BARRI
Kanala. · GAUTEGIZ ARTEAGA www.nekatur.net/ugaldebarri ugaldebarri@gmail.com 609 448 121 / 946 256 577 / 944 164 947 4
ALDORI
Zabale Auzoa, 8 MUXIKA www.aldori.es reservas@aldori.es
671 671 089 / 946 271 509 12
OZOLLO
Zelaieta- Bº. Ozollo, 3 · GAUTEGIZ ARTEAGA www.casaruralozollo.com
casaruralozollo@gmail.com
666 705 721 / 946 251 013 8
PAGAIGOIKOA
Agirre, 3 - GOROZIKA · MUXIKA www.pagaigoikoa.com info@pagaigoikoa.com 626 105 638
ARBOLIZ
Barrio Arboliz 12, IBARRANGELU www.arboliz.com arboliz@arboliz.com 946 276 283 / 665 733 936
KANALA HEMINGWAY HOUSE
Kanala Auzoa 19 · SUKARRIETA casarural-kanala.com casaruralkanala@gmail.com
666 680 801 / 618 774 3998
LARRAGO
Barrio Goierri nº18, San Bartolome, BUSTURIA
www.larrago.es · info@larrago.es 944 654 413 / 682 139 590
URDAIBAIKM0
Axpe-Busturia, 12 Letra O · BUSTURIA www.nekatur.net/urdaibaikm0 urdaibaikm0@gmail.com 655 710 372 14
ANGIZ
San Bartolome 56, BUSTURIA www.ecohotelruralangiz.com info@ecohotelruralangiz.com 946 871 041 23
KATXI
Foruen bidea 16, Andra Mari, MORGA
www.katxi.com hotel@katxi.com 946 270 740 17
ABERASTURI
Arteaga Uria, 1.GAUTEGIZ ARTEAGA www.aberasturirural.com
info@aberasturirural.com 627778982
ATXURRA
Arronategi auzoa s/n · BERMEO www.hotelatxurra.com info@hotelatxurra.com 944 654 404 39
ERMINTXO
Barrio Elexalde Natxitua, EA www.hotelermintxo.com ermintxo@hotelermintxo.com 946 277 700 18
Barrio Larrabe 48, MURUETA www.ibaigune.net ibaigunehotela@gmail.com 946 113 865 40
GAMETXO
Barrio Gametxo, IBARRANGELU www.hotelgametxo.com info@hotelgametxo.com 946 277 710 34
Barrio Txakale 8, MUXIKA www.urunehotela.com urune@urunehotela.com 944 651 663 23
LEA ARTIBAI By land and sea
ORUBIXE
Magdalena, 23 · BERRIATUA www.nekatur.net/orubixe orubixe@gmail.com
946 139 285 / 620 183 360 14
HARIZPE
Goimendi-Txanbete, z/g · ONDARROA www.harizpe.com
agroturismoharizpe@gmail.com
946 832 367 / 615 730 615 10
This prominently Basque-speaking district looks out onto the sea, although it also boasts hidden, magnificent green valleys and villages of great heritage value such as the churches of Lekeitio and Ondarroa, the Markina-Xemein complex and the Monastery of Ziortza Bolivar.
Sea lovers will get the opportunity to visit theSanta Catalina Lighthouse which is an interpretation centre or, very close by, at Mendexa, the tide mill at Marierrota
Particular mention should also be made of the excellent cuisine comprising freshly-caught fish and locally-grown vegetables, on offer at the ports on in the farmhouses in the area and which is part of the cultural heritage of the district.
Gizaburuaga
URKIXA BEKOA
Asterrika auzoa, 25 · BERRIATUA urkixa-bekoa-experience.blogspot.com urkixabeku@gmail.com
Iruzubieta auzoa,
AKUIOLA
Laxier auzoa, Akuiola Baserria, GIZABURUAGA · www.akuiola.com
akuiola@hotmail.com
946 841 213 / 699 567 626 12
ALTUENA
Elizalde auzoa, 27 AMOROTO
www.nekatur.net/altuena
altuena@hotmail.com
946 243 089 / 657 726 401 10
AMAMANA
Larruskain bidea · MARKINAXEMEIN casaruralamamana.com analejardi@hotmail.com 946 813 411 / 630 805 011 10
ERTZ
Likona auzoa 8 bis · MENDEXA www.casaruralitxasertz.es itxasertz@outlook.es 946 243 177
SATZU
Atxondo auzoa, 10 · MARKINA-XEMEIN www.intxauspe.com/pub/es/portada casarural.intxauspe@gmail.com 652 770 889 / 658 758 617
ASTORKI GOIKOA
Berreño Aldaka, 14 MUNITIBAR-GERRIKAITZ www.nekatur.net/astorki astorkigoikoa@gmail.com
946 252 356 / 699 209 825 10
Barrio Altzaa, 15 · ETXEBARRIA www.antsotegi.com antsotegi@antsotegi.com 946 169 100
Barrio Soluanes 17. ISPASTER www.natxiondo.com info@natxiondo.com 946 844 947
Ubilla-Urberuaga auzoa 37 ezk., MARKINA-XEMEIN www.satzu.net
satzu.landetxea@gmail.com
946 169 702 / 616 247 094
DURANGALDEA Heritage in the foothills
MONTE BASERRIA
Arta auzoa 23, Monte baserria, ZIORTZA-BOLIBAR www.montebaserria.com fgandiaga@gmail.com 944 130 987 / 606 255 424
Zelaia 29, MENDEXA www.garazar.com garazaretxea@gmail.com 630 739 835
Take a look and decide where you want to go, you're sure to get it right! Because, in this district, the accommodation offered is in Baserris or traditional Basque farmhouses home to many stories and legends that you'll certainly hear about.
This district, sheltered by the peak of the Anboto and the sierra of Aramotz in the Natural Park of Urkiola, is bathed in scenic beauty. In the foothills you'll find an artistic and cultural heritage of great interest, such as the church of Santa María, ancestral homes, the Cross of Kurutziaga in Durango and the necropolis of Argiñeta in Elorrio
The Sanctuary of Urkiola standing in the Natural Park itself, is the venue for traditional Romerías or religious pilgrimages.
Urkiola viewed from Anboto
Amorebieta-Etxano
Durango
Mañaria Abadiño
IBARRA
Ibarra Auzoa, 7 · AMOREBIETA-ETXANO www.agroturismoibarra.es info@agroturismoibarra.es 946 734 182 / 656 797 961
BIEZKO BASERRIA
Olazabal Auzoa, 3 · AXPE, ATXONDO www.biezko.com biezko@gmail.com 635 756 132 / 652 707 140 12
ETXANO
Dudea auzunea, 5 · ETXANO www.etxano.com etxanonkt@etxano.com
946 731 193 / 617 101 789 16
Santa Lucia Auzoa, 1 · DURANGO evadermit@gmail.com 675 706 055
ARIALDEGI
San Marko, 24 · IURRETA www.nekatur.net/arialdegi arialdegi.residencial@gmail.com 697 981 131
MURUETA BASERRIA
Murueta Kalea, 4 · TRAÑA-MATIENA www.muruetabaserria.com karmentera@gmail.com
946 232 610 / 658 747 471
IBARLUZE Iguria, 18 · ELORRIO
baserri-ibarluze@hotmail.com 946 582 974 / 635 712 036
San Lorenzo Auzoa, 52 · BERRIZ www.okalandaetxea.com
oka@okalandetxea.com
946 827 913 / 679 531 006
LONGA NAGUSIA
Longa Baserria 25 Geria Auzoa · MALLABIA
www.nekatur.net/longa longanagusi@gmail.com
699 008 909
OAR COTTAGE
San Miguel, 6 GARAI
www.oarcottage.com
info@oarcottage.com 661 632 352
OLAZABAL AZPIKOA BASERRIA
Olazabal Auzoa, 11 · ATXONDO www.olazabalazpikoa.com
jorgejauregi@gmail.com 619 322 252
KARTERUENA BASERRIA
San Lorenzo Auzoa, 23 · BERRIZ www.karteruena.com
karteruena@hotmail.com 946 225 398 / 606 074 670 8
BERRIOLOPE
Berrio Auzoa, 10 · ELORRIO www.casaruralberriolope.com
berriolope@gmail.com
944 074 332 / 638 962 009
GARAIKO
San Miguel, 10 · GARAI
www.garaikolandetxea.com
info@garaikolandetxea.com 688 647 391
TRABAKU GOIKO
Trabakua, 1. Trabakua Gaina Gerea auzoa · MALLABIA www.trabakugoiko.com
trabakugoiko@gmail.com
943 170 009 / 688 712 969
ZELAI RURAL
Goitia auzoa, 29. Zelai Baserria FarmhouseMALLABIA
www.zelai-rural.com/alojamiento.php
info@zelai-rural.com 943 176 924
MENDIGOIKOA BEKOA
San Juan Auzoa, 38 · ATXONDO
www.mendigoikoabekoa.com
dirección@mendigoikoabekoa.com
678 292 908 / 607 158 148
MAÑE
Berano Txiki Auzoa, 9 · MALLABIA
www.xn--mae-8ma.eus manekohotel@gmail.com
943 172 290 / 664 679 700
SANTUARIO URKIOLA (LAGUNETXEA)
Urkiola auzoa, 9 www.hotelsantuariourkiola.com hotelsantuariourkiola@gmail.com 606 390 927
GORBEIA AND ORDUÑA From the peaks to the valleys
Gorbeia, the green heart of Euskadi, is a destination of mountains, dotted with traditional farmhouses (baserris) and small rural settlements. The Gorbeia Natural Park is its mountain centre par excellence, with its iconic cross on the summit, at an altitude of 1,480 metres. What's more, the district offers a host of activities that you can check out at the Tourist Information Office in Orozko. Towns such as Ubide, the highest in Biscay, Otxandio with its beech woods and its iron ore mining tradition. The old quarters of Zeanuri and Areatza, and Orozko itself, are a great outdoor museum, making Gorbeia an authentic and diverse destination with its varied natural and cultural heritage.
Gorbeia
Orduña
KERIZARA
Kerizara Baserria Farmhouse· OTXANDIO www.kerizara.es/es/la-casa jonchaura@gmail.com 605 771 479
GARAI
Santa Lutzia Auzoa, 36 IGORRE agroturismoantekena@yahoo.es 636 777 783
www.kutxatxuri.com info@kutxatxuri.com 688 876 913
MAKAZTUI
Makaztui-Behekoa Baserria Farmhouse· DIMA www.nekatur.net/makaztui makaztuilandetxea@gmail.com 679584412 · 680917929
ALBINARRATE ETXEA
Zedelika, 4 · ORDUÑA www.albinarrateetxea.com info@albinarrateetxea.com 616 566 500 / 945 383 366
Garai Auzoa 5. OROZKO www.nekatur.net/garai milaorozko@gmail.com 946 330 506/ 647 891 563
ETXEGORRI
Barrio Urigoiti, 10 · OROZKO www.casaruraletxegorri.com info@casaruraletxegorri.com
608 270 592
MADARIAGA
Madariaga, 9 · ARTEA www.casamadariaga.com reservas@casamadariaga.com 615739618
GOIKOETXE
Barrio Uribe, 36 ZEANURI www.nekatur.net/goikoetxe goikoetxe2@euskalnet.net
658 703 727 / 620 143 327
ARTEONDO
Bº Iglesia, 5 Mendeika · ORDUÑA Vbro / Escapadarural turismo@atezabal.com 696 874 899
ERMITABARRI
Barrio Ermitabarri, 10 · ZEBERIO vatamanumd@gmail.com 946 489 048 / 671 385 685
ALTZUSTE
Altzuste, 63 · ZEANURI
www.altzuste.com
casarural@altzuste.com 655 735 476 / 946 739 170
Barrio Asterria, 80 · ZEANURI
www.nekatur.net/angoitia ruralangoitia@gmail.com 665
ELLAURI
Altzusta, 42 · ZEANURI info@ellauri.com 650 704 626
ETXEAK Ctra. N-240, entre km-26 y km-27, Desvío Otxandio Ctra. BI-3542. · ZEANURI www.cabanasenlosarboles.com/es info@cabanasenlosarboles.com 675 970 072 / 946 522 832
OSABARENA
Barrio Murueta, 14 izda · OROZKO
www.osabarenahotela.com
info@osabarenahotela.com 946 941 146
ETXEGANA
Ipiñaburu Auzoa, 38 · ZEANURI www.etxegana.com
reservas@etxegana.com
946 338 448 / 609 902 048
BILBAO METROPOLI
Also, close to the city of Bilbao, you have the option of enjoying a stay in a rural setting.
Mount Artxanda, which can be ascended in its historical funicular railway, offers some awesome views of Bilbao and its Estuary, while you can admire the new buildings, symbols of the modern city, such as the Guggenheim Bilbao Museum, the Iberdrola Tower and the San Mamés football stadium.
Another option is the town of Galdakao, widely known for its powerful industry but which still is also home to some quaint farmhouses, some of which have been converted into rural accommodation.
ARATI
Barrio Madariaga 4 · ZARATAMO www.aratiagroturismo.com arati@aratiagroturismo.com 618 089 917
ERDIKOETXE
Kortederra,10 · GALDAKAO www.nekatur.net/erdikoetxe erdikoetxelandetxea@hotmail.com 944573285 · 630470291
ARTETXE
Ctra BI-3741 Enekuri-Artxanda km 7 BILBAO www.hotelartetxe.com info@hotelartetxe.com 944747780
IRARAGORRI
Txomin Egileor, 28 · GALDAKAO www.iraragorri.net/es/ hotel@iraragorri.com 944363601 18
You'll be delighted to TASTE
LEARN AND TASTE
In Bilbao Bizkaia we're proud of what we do and even more so as far as gastronomy is concerned, if this is at all possible..
That's why we are keen to give everyone an insight into our production processes, which are generally artisanal, and always with the identity that ensures that we take special care over everything related to our own processed or natural products.
So come and learn about some of these production centres or wineries and taste the products “at the place of origin”.
You'll be delighted to
THIS IS HOW WE DO IT
Get an insight into the production processes
Here, not only do we like to make good quality products from the finest raw materials, but, proud of this, we also show you how our products are made.
Some of these production processes include chocolates, anchovy and bonito preserves, cider and beer, opening their doors to you so that you can get an insight into all the different stages of production and enjoy a tasting experience.
The Txakoli wineries offer you guided tours and, with a prior booking, you can have a meal there. The experience is unique.
SALE OF LOCAL PRODUCTS
ATEZABAL KOOP ELK TXIKIA (Tourist Information Office) Foru plaza,9 ·ORDUÑA ordunaturismo.com 945 3843 84
TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE OF OROZKO Zubiaur Plaza 946 122 695 www.gorbeiaeuskadi.com
FOOD PROCESSING
CONSERVAS LA GAVIOTA Pol. Industrial Landabaso, Fase 2 –Parcela 9.3. · BERMEO https://www.arroyabe.es/ · 946 186 667
CONSERVAS SERRATS Polígono Landabaso 3B BERMEO https://www.serrats.com/ 607 289 852 946 187 280
CONSERVAS ZALLO Polígono de Landabaso s/n BERMEO https://www.zallo.com/ 946 186 318
CONSERVAS CAMPOS Polígono de Landabaso s/n BERMEO www.clubcampos.com
PRODUCTION OF GILDAS (PEPPER,OLIVE & ANCHOVY SKEWERS)
LA GILDA DEL NORTE Aretxalde s/n. LEZAMA www.lagildadelnorte.com · 662 332 283
BREWERIES
MICROCERVECERÍA TITOBLAS P.I. Sagastikoetxe Pab.22 · GORLIZ https://titoblasbrewingco.com/ 699 277 853
DRUNKEN BROS Ugaldeguren III Pol. Ind., Nave 24 · ZAMUDIO www.drunkenbros.com 640 340 412 625 598 971
BOGA GARAGARDOA Luisene bidea 2, A-8 MUNGIA www.boga.eus 944 062 848 688 87 10 69
ETXEANDIA GARAGARDOAK Antsonekoa 2 URDULIZ https://www.etxeandia.eus/ 605 707 985
TXORIERRI GARAGARDOAK Txorierri etorbidea,46 / Polígono Berreteaga, Pab. 8 I
SONDIKA · https://txg.eus/es/ 607 422 655
MAIKEN BREWERY Virgen de Gracia, 27 BALMASEDA maikenbrewery.com 637 803 295
LAUGAR BREWERY Bº Zubiete 42 GORDEXOLA laugarbrewery.com 666 825 752
COFFEES AND CHOCOLATES
KAITXO Avda. Encartaciones, 72 · BALMASEDA kaitxo.com 657 034 266
CIDER
AREITZ SOROA Bº Artze, 1 GALDAMES albergueareitzsoroa.es 685 790 558
ETXERRIAGA SAGARDOTEGIA Boroa auzoa. Marabi, 1 AMOREBIETA-ETXANO www.etxerriaga.eus 607 601 925
UXARTE SAGARDOTEGIA Montorra, 6. Uxarte Baserria FarmhouseAMOREBIETA-ETXANO www.uxarte.com · 946 308 815
TXAKOLI
A leaflet is available with all the offers from Txakoli cellars in Biscay. Request
LOCALLY-SOURCED FOOD
Bilbao Bizkaia offers you a whole range of locally-sourced gourmet products of the finest quality, which are often the base of the excellent cuisine on offer here.
THE MARKET GARDENS
The market gardens provide us with tomatoes, runner beans, leeks, pulses, lettuces... and many with the Eusko label or Euskalbaserri quality labels.
Typical produce includes the famous Zalla purple onions in Enkarterri and the Gernika peppers. And the rich pulses, there's nothing like beans cooked with their offal.
PINTXOS (TAPAS)
These bite-sized delicacies are the best cuisine on offer in many of the bars and taverns.
The difficulty lies in deciding which one to choose.
SEAFOOD
Anchovies, baby squid, sea bass, bonito and tuna in season and, above all, salt cod, which is cooked in many ways here: the famous pil-pil in sizzling oil, Biscay-style, Aojarriero (in tomato and garlic sauce) or the Club Ranero-style (with garlic and red-pepper cream sauce) are all wonderful recipes that never change over time and are difficult to find with a similar quality in other places.
LOCALLY RAISED MEAT
It is difficult not to link the cuisine of Bilbao Bizkaia with "a good steak". That red meat, char-grilled at restaurants, cider houses and carveries, and served rare on a platter to share in the centre of the table.
PASTRIES AND CAKES
You'll find a huge range of pastries and cakes, such as Pastel Vasco (cake with a creamy filling), the Bollos de Mantequilla (buns filled with buttercream), the Pastel de arroz (flaky pastry and custard cake), Rusos (merengue and butter cream), Jesuitas (flakey pastry with spaghetti squash), and the famour Carolinas (a foam meringue on a fine flaky pastry base which is filled with confectioner's custard, decorated with a film of egg on one side and chocolate on the other). Well-known include the ori-baltzak from Gernika, the cocotes de Markina, the truffles from Bilbao and the mantecadas from Orduña. At Christmas, the Sokonusko nougat and, for the through the Malvavisco sweets.
CHEESES
Primarily the Idiazabal Designation of Origin in its two varieties, smoked or unsmoked. This cheese is made withLatxa or Carranzana sheep's milk and is highly acclaimed in international competitions.
You'll plan to WALK
MAKING THE WAY routes to discover
We have put these routes in order of difficulty and duration, so that you can choose the one that best suits your mood and ability
That's why you can choose between long-distance trails (GR), short-distance trails (PR), the Way of St James and the The Camino Ignaciano (the Way of St Ignatius).
We also indicate the Rail Trails, former railway routes, and the places of interest for short excursions, but equally worth seeing.
So pack your backpack, get your snacks ready, put on your trainers or boots, and get going! - aurrera!
In general, this map shows the layout of each trail and the places of interest for short excursions.
Before doing any of these trails, get as much information as possible so that you'll reach your destination safely and not get lost along the way.
Armañón
Pozalagua
Way of St James
Rail Trails of los Montes de Hierro
Rail Trail of Arrazola
Rail Trail of Atxuri
Rail Trail of Paseo del Itsaslur
Rail Trail of la Orkonera
Rail Trail of Kadagua
GR OF BISCAY
GR 12 Trail of Euskal Herria
GR 38/GR 38-1/GR 38-2 Wine and Fish Trail
GR 38-3 Lea Ibilbidea
GR 123 Loop Trail of Biscay
GR 228 Green Ring of Bilbao
GR 229 Mikeldi-Durangaldea
GR 280 Uribe
GR 282 Grazing Trail
GR OF BISCAY TRAILS
PR-BI 160:
Trail of Artibai
Ispaster - Otoio - Lekeitio
Nervion waterfall (Untzá)
Txarlazo trail
Birding
Ibarruri - Unda- Maume
The Royal Wat at Busturia
Illuntzar
Goitioltza (Lezama) Trail
Bazaldu (Laukiz) Trail
Acantilados (Sopela-Barrika-Plentzia) Trail
North and South of Lurreta Trails
Zaldi Gorri Bridleway From Durango to Urkiola
You'll plan to WALK
You'll love to
Formerly used by herdsmen, it runs from the vineyards in Oyón right up to the fishing ports of Bermeo, Lekeitio and Ondarroa
The best way to explore Durangaldea is to cross through the National Park of Urkiola.
TRAIL OF EUSKAL HERRIA
19 stages
km
This runs through Euskadi and
The river Lea is short but intense. On this trail, together with the water, you'll get the opportunity to explore unknown spots full of history.
This trail runs along the border of the Historical Territory of Biscay You will be able to explore each of the 24 municipalities of this district and discover their rich heritage.
It runs through different neighbourhoods that encircle Bilbao and along some of the nearby hills.
Discover the different woodlands and native fauna such as the Latxa sheep and the Pottoka ponies.
The Katillotxu ridge conceals a megalithic complex formed by 5 dolmens.
Attractive itinerary alongside pergola-trained vines, whose grapes produce Txakoli wine, drawing closer to the sea at Sukarrieta.
A journey through the history of Gernika. Enjoy awesome views from the Kosnoaga summit.
woodland and oakwoods and resources of high cultural value on the banks of the river Golako.
Walk through the holm oak grove and enjoy the stunning views from the Ogoño crag.
Walk on flat ground around Otxandio. Beechwoods, paved roads, streams and a rich heritage.
JAMES along the Northern Way
Explore the heritage towns of Markina-Xemein, Gernika-Lumo, Bilbao, Potugalete, Balmaseda and Cobarón.
There is an alternative route that starts from Bilbao and goes through Alonsotegi, Sodupe, Güeñes, Zalla and Balmaseda.
On this trail, as well as access to Atxulo, one of the natural stone entrances to the karstic massif of Itzina, you can discover first-hand the importance of woodland in the Gorbeia landscape, crossing small beech groves and conifer plantations.
LEA ARTIBAI
This proposed trail starts out from the hermitage of San Miguel de Arretxinaga in Markina-Xemein. This pedestrian route, alongside the river Urko, Urko bidea (7), will give you an insight into the natural and cultural heritage of the area.
centuries, this was a route used by pilgrims, merchants and even by the Kings of Castile on their way to the church to swear an oath to recognise and maintain the Charter of Privileges and thus be recognised as the Lords of Biscay. This was done at the oath church of the Iglesia Juradera of Santa Eufemia in Bermeo.
TRAILS & WALKS RAIL TRAILS Countryside on
a good lunch in your backpack
Bilbao Bizkaia is home to many natural treasures such as the Natural Parks of Gorbeia, Urkiola and Armañón, Pozalagua caves, or the source of the Nervión river with its awesome viewpoint. Apart from these must-visit places, we would also like to offer you some easier trails, to be enjoyed by all the family, that you can either do on foot, on your bike and, sometimes, on horseback.
ENKARTERRI
Let's start with this district, whose history revolves around mining and industry, by suggesting an excursion along the Ironworks Trail (2) alongside the river Barbadun. The trail starts at Galdames and goes as far as the beach of La Arena. The sights along the way include the Valdivia Mill and the Ironworks of La Olla and El Poblal, the latter can be visited and features a curious bamboo woodland.
Further south, in the sierra of Ordunte, between the Mena valley in the province of Burgos and Karrantza, standsmount Balgerri (1) with an altitude of more than 1,000 metres. From the Ordunta reservoir, you can explore the oak and beech woodlands.
Closer to Balmaseda, stands the iconic summit of mount Kolitza (3), crowned by the Romanesque hermitage of San Sebastian and San Roque and offering some stunning panoramic views.
GORBEIA AND ORDUÑA
The next stop is the town of Orduña, where you can visit the spectacular waterfall marking the source of the river Nervión (10)
There is also the possibility of taking the extremely popular Txarlazo route (11) which will take you right to the top, where the Virgen de la Antigua sanctuary stands and which is visible from almost anywhere in the valley. For bird lovers, this itinerary offers the possibility of observing species (12) such as the peregrine falcon, the Egyptian vulture and the griffon vulture.
A visit to Artea (4) will allow to leisurely explore the town and discover the character of its neighbourhoods, with ancient hermitages here and there, and surrounded by the typical Basque countryside, dotted with traditional farmhouses. There are just three kilometres between Artea and the town of Areatza (6). In this beautiful town, you can take a short walk through its quaint old quarter, declared a monumental complex, where impressive palaces and Baroque manor houses will take you back in time.
And, from this valley of Arratia and crossing the Bikotzgane bridge, you will come to the Orozko valley, where we would suggest a magnificent trail from Altzagorta.
DURANGALDEA
The trail starts in Durango and goes on to access the Natural Park of Urkiola (21), a must-visit mountain area which boasts a rich variety of fauna and the well-known summit of mount Anboto. On your way, visit the monastery of San Antonio de Urkiola and its surroundings. As the legend goes, if you are looking for a partner, then you need to walk around the stone standing outside in order to achieve your purpose.
Iurreta is a site of heritage interest which also offers you two interesting trails, former paths that were once trodden by herdsmen and traders, commercial paths and tracks. These are the North Trail and the South Trail (19), both with a short-distance option.
We are now going to suggest a bridleway: Zaldi Gorri (20). This is a loop trail above the valley on either side of the Ibaizabal river basin. This 90 km long bridleway starts at Amorebieta-Etxano and goes through 12 municipalities.
Ibarruri-Unda-Maume (13) are three former elizates (an early form of local government in the Basque Country), forming Muxika. This trail is dotted with Gothic or Medieval hermitages, ancient traditional farmhouses and the remains of the Olea ironworks.
Going towards the sea the Artibai (8) trail runs from the industrial estate of Gardotza to the marshes of the estuary of the river Artibai at Ondarroa.
Another interesting trail is the loop that starts and ends in the fishing village of Lekeitio, pasando through Mount Otoio and the village of Ispaster (9)
Of great interest is the Lea Ibilbidea trail that runs alongside the river Lea that gives its name to this route.
There are many sites of interest to discover, such as the Marierrota tide mill at Mendexa, constructed in 1555 for the purpose of standing in for the river water mills in times of drought or, in Gizaburuaga, the important Bengolea Ironworks and the tower house Casa Torre de Bengolea, which played a key role in the evolution of the valley. At Munitibar, the plot of land pertaining to Bengola, occupied since the 14th century by one of the oldest ironworks to be documents in Biscay, has been converted into a Centre for the Interpretation of Renewable Energy and of the Lea valley itself.
URDAIBAI
We would suggest doing the trail of the Camino Real (Royal Way) (14) connecting Bermeo and Gernika. For
wheels
ARRAZOLA
Starting from the small village of Nabarniz , you can make an excursion to climb mount Illun-tzar (15) (726 metres), one of the summits with the most beautiful views of Urdaibai and the Cantabrian sea
URIBE
Lazama marks the start of the Goitioltza trail (16), that can be done on foot or by bike. It runs between Txakoli vineyards and traditional farmhouses such as the one at Oxangoiti. You'll also get the chance to see the famous training grounds of the Athletic Club de Bilbao.
The Bazaldu loop trail (17) starts and ends at Laukiz, with some sections going into Gatika. It is a tree-lined trail, running alongside the river Butron in some stretches.
The next trail is once again by the Cantabrian sea, running along the cliffs to Sopela, Barrika and Plentzia (18) Start from the Barinatxe beach in Sopela and, following a route that runs parallel to the cliffs, border other beaches such as Atxabiribil and Meñakoz. From there you'll reach Barrika and then Plentzia.
This trail marks the route of the former Arrazola mining railroad, with the Aurrera steam locomotive at the head. It runs at the foot of the mythological summit of Anboto and crosses the beautiful valley of Atxondo, the river Arrazola alluvial plain right up to the elizate of Apatamonasterio.
ATXURI
The footprint of the much-missed "Chocolatera", a train the revolutionised trading in the district of Mungia, is now a peaceful path that opens onto the Butrón river valley.
MONTES DE HIERRO
This is in some way a journey through the very core of our history, for centuries shaped by the mining of iron ore and which forged what today is the Great Cosmopolitan Bilbao.
ITSASLUR
A spectacular result, as it hangs over the cliffs of the western-most coast of Biscay. The former mining railroad of El Cobarón to Campomar has become a high sea walk and a didactic open-air itinerary with some extensive views of the Cantabrian coast.
ORKONERA
The former mining railroad of La Orkonera runs like a magnificent bidegorri (bike land) along the skirts of the hills of Triano, among Atlantic vegetation. It is interspersed with tunnels and also offers some stunning views over the Somorrostro valley.
KADAGUA
This Rail Trail, along the former section of the La Robla railway between Balmaseda and Irauregi, offers a magnificent walk alongside the Kadagua river
Kolitza
Txarlazo
Urkiola
Bermeo
Sopela
Lekeitio
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It goes without saying that these are just some of the places with a special charm that you'll find during your visit to Biscay.
However, thanks to their originality, views or setting, they will allow you to particularly enjoy a land full of unique spots.
CHARMING SPOTS
that are not to be missed
NERVION WATERFALL
Its 222 metre drop makes it the highest in the Iberian peninsula.
The river rises at the border with Araba-Álava and Burgos and runs through the valley to reach Biscay through the town of Orduña. It's well worth a visit in winter or during the spring thaw when the water flow is at its highest
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HERMITAGE OF SANTA CATALINA (Mundaka)
Its spectacular location right by the sea not only offers some stunning views but also makes it a strategic point for watching over the entrance to the estuary, looking at the island of Izaro or the Ogoño cragg.
ROMAN SETTLEMENT OF FORUA (Forua)
Standing on the Elexalde hill, this is the most important Roman monument in Bilbao Bizkaia. An archaeological study has made it possible to document the existence of a settlement covering approximately 15 hectares, which was enclosed by a wall.
VIEWPOINT AT THE ARMAÑON NATURAL PARK
This viewpoint is located next to the entrance to the impressive cave of Pozalagua, boasting the largest number of excentric stalactites in the world. It offers some lovely views of the karst landscape of the Karrantza valley, which is of great ecological richness.
LA ARBOLEDA (Trapagaran)
This is one of the few still remaining mining villages in Biscay It was declared a Monumental Complex in 2003.
SAN MIGUEL DE EREÑOZAR (Ereño)
This is one of the many natural vantage points offering awesome views of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve
ARRIETA
It stands in a beautiful setting of spacious green meadows and many mountain areas. Numerous hermitages are dotted around the municipality Of particular mention is the old quarter of the rural neighbourhood of Libao with its elegant neoclassical church of San Martín and iconic boundary cross of the Santo Cristo.
Its former mines, now converted into artificial lagoons, create a unique, surprising landscape.
BIOTOPE OF ITZINA (Gorbeia Naturale Park)
Orozko, specifically the recreational area of Elezkin, offers some incomparable views of this karstic massif, in the Gorbeia Natural Park.
LARRABETZU
It was declared a Monumental Complex due to its medieval architecture, which can still be recognised today. It is located on the Way of St James and the Rutas Juraderas (routes of the oath) of the lords of Biscay, which has gradually shaped its character over the centuries.
LENDOÑOBEITI WATER MILL (Lendoño de abajo)
Visit this restored water mill to learn about its history and that of the rest of the hamlets of Ruzabal, dating back more than 500 years. The mill is fed by the waters rising in the spring of Iturrigorri .
THE MONUMENTAL COMPLEX OF BOLUNBURU (Zalla)
This monumental complex is one of the best examples of a feudal complex in Bilbao Bizkaia and comprises a tower house, the beautiful hermitage of Santa Ana (year 1610), the ruins of the ironworks and the mill, together with a spacious strip of land to enjoy the sun or do some sport.
Nearby is Castro de Bolunburu, a fortified settlement of the second Iron Age, standing on a hillock at an altitude of 320 metres and embraced by the Kadagua river.
Santa Catalina
Forua
Armañón
Views from Ereñozar
Arrieta
La Arboleda
Itzina
Larrabetzu
Lendoñobeiti
Bolunburu
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Rural Rural Tourism VISIT
SALDROPO WETLANDS
(Zeanuri)
Located at the foot of the Atxuri crags. This delightful plain forms a very particular ecosystem with water-related vegetation and species, of high ecological importance.
(Otxandio)
On the banks of the river Urkiola, this charming beechwood becomes magical and mysterious in autumn with its carpet of red leaves.
An area to relax and enjoy nature as a family.
plex, particular mention should be
AMOROTO SQUARE
With regard to this architectural complex, particular mention should be made of the Church, the Renaissance town hall with a lovely balcony looking onto the square, and the Abadetxea traditional farmhouse, which is a typical 19th century neoclassical construction.
SANTA EUFEMIA (Aulesti)
This hermitage dominates the rocky summit of mount Urregarai. A delightful path between birch trees and cypresses will take you to the foot of the summit where a flight of 222 stone steps awaits you, going as far as the terrace on which the hermitage stands.
TRADITIONAL FARMHOUSES AT ISPASTER
With its back to the sea breeze, this municipality forms a beautiful Basque picture in which the "Baserris" (traditional farmhouses) and fields of crops stand out on its green landscape.
BESAIDE (Elorrio)
This is an iconic point in Euskadi given that it is where the three Basque provinces meet.
On its summit, you'll also be able to see an amazing sculpture by the Japanese artist Yoshin Ogata and a monument to missing climbers by the architect, Pueyo.
TXAULAS (Shepherds' shelters)
In Biscay, Tologorri is one of the peaks that must be climbed. You'll come across the shelters housing the cattle and you'll get the opportunity to take some awesome photos.
DURANGALDEA VANTAGE POINT (Garai)
This small village, located in the foothills of mount Oiz, is considered to be the vantage point of Durangaldea. From there you can admire the scenic beauty of the district.
ARMINTZA VIEWPOINT
This is the coastal neighbourhood of Lemoiz that will allow you to be "alone" with the Cantabrian sea, which awaits you with all its force, splendour and breeze. Immerse yourself in a completely maritime atmosphere.
LAS TRES CRUCES (THE THREE CROSSES) VIEWPOINT (Abadiño/Urkiola)
The trail that will take you to the viewpoint starts by the Sanctuary of San Antonio de Urkiola. It is a Via Crucis among beech woods, ending in three enormous crosses and at the viewpoint, offering a stunning panoramic view over the Atxarte gorge and the whole area of Durangaldea. There you will find an interpretation panel which will help you to identify the surrounding hills.
Saldropo
Amoroto
Santa Eufemia
Ispaster
Presazelai beechwood
Las tres Cruces (Three Crosses)
Garai
Tologorri
Armintzamendi
Besaide
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MUSEUMS, TOURS & EVENTS
Because, by visiting one of the museums related to rural experiences, you'll learn more about our history and you'll get to understand our way of being.
It is also a good idea to let yourself be guided and, of course, to enjoy those fiestas and events that fit into your schedule.
The interest for the history and traditions of the early nineteenth century led to the creation in 1917 of the Ethnographic Museum which, together with the Archaeological Museum, formed the basis of the renovated and present day Basque Museum of BilbaoEuskal Museoa.
The museum holds items and collections of objects that make it easier to understand the origins and characteristics of the Basque people.
Euskal Museoa
MUSEO VASCO DE BILBAO (BASQUE MUSEUM OF BILBAO) EUSKAL MUSEOA
MUSEUMS AND INTERPRETATION
Preserving
Although Bilbao is home to many of the most important museums, there are also numerous museums and interpretation centres of great interest that are related to, and located in rural areas.
EVENTS
CENTRES Fiestas in the rural areas
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Ethnographic or historical museums such as The Gernika Peace Museum or with an industrial past such as La Encartada, a former beret factory in Balmaseda, or museums related to the sea such as the Fisherman's Museum at Bermeo or those that are really part of our region such as the Txakolingunea de Bakio dedicated to Txakoli... These are all part of a network of museums that will help you to learn a little more about our history and our way of being.
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These are the moments that we really love to experience and to carry on talking about. Local fiestas , in many cases dedicated to the Patron Saints, asking for their blessing among prayers, music, rural sports and traditions.
Equally enjoyable are the Fairs relating to Farming and Livestock, Gastronomy and Craftsmanship, offering,a wide range of local and zero-kilometre products.
The sea also celebrates its customs with its own specific folklore and competitions of great interest such as the Trainera boat race.
You simply need to fit these events into your travel schedule, to make your holidays even more enjoyable.
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Loizaga Tower
Txakolingunea
Lighthouse of Santa Catalina
Ekoetxea Urdaibai
You'll
ENKARTERRI
URIBE
LEA-ARTIBAI
URDAIBAI
Association of Fishermen of Bermeo BERMEO TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE www.bizibermeo.eus 946179154 turismoa@bermeo.eus
Guided geological tours through Urdaibai EKOBIDEAK www.ekobideak.com
ekobideak@gmail.com
Guided tours of Gernika GERNIKA-LUMO TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE www.turismo.gernika-lumo.eus 946255892 turismo@gernika-lumo.eus
Guided geological tours of Bermeo NATURTEK BERMEO www.naturtek.es 944655460 651 014 660 naturtek@naturtek.eus
The Biscay oath route followed by the Kings of Castile in Urdaibai NEW EUROPE TOURISM INITIATIVES www.visiturdaibai.com · 94 625 06 06 visiturdaibai@nuevaeuropa.com
DURANGALDEA
Tuk tuk
EGUZKI B&B DURANGO www.eguzkibandb.com · 944656075 info@eguzkibandb.com
Urkiola Interpretation centre TOKI ALAI NATURAL PARK OF URKIOLA ABADIÑO www.urkiola.net · 946814155 · urkiola.parke.naturala@bizkaia.eus Sanctuary of Urkiola SANCTUARY OF URKIOLA ABADIÑO www.durangaldeaturismoa.eus 946814151
Visit to the Gederiaga Complex TOWN COUNCIL OF ABADIÑO www.abadiano.eus / www.durangaldeaturismoa.eus 946215530 · sac010@abadiano.eus
Group visits to the Natural Park of Urkiola BASQUELANDS
www.basquelands.com · 946462433 · info@basquelands.com
of
TOP RURAL TOURISM
NATURAL PARK A in your backpack
In actual fact, with regard to extraordinary beauty and uniqueness, there are three parks contesting this position: the Natural Parks of Urkiola, Gorbeia and Armañon.
Impressive
Popular music
WITH ITS OWN SOUND
RURAL SPORTS Competitions
Stone lifters, wishing to beat a new record, Aizkolaris (tree trunk cutters), Segalaris (grass cutters), Sokatira (tug of war)...or any other type of competition, will attract your attention.
They are called TOP, because they are the best of the best, well worth visiting, tasting, buying, enjoying... an accumulation of experiences that we have selected as essential, because they are well worth experiencing during your visit to our land. Fit them into your schedule and, once you're back home, tell them all about it.
Txistus (Spanish flute), Albokas (Hornpipes), Dulzainas (Spanish double reed instrument), Txalaparta (percussion instrument improvised by using the cider press boards), Trikitixa (type of accordion)... are all instruments that form part of the local culture and that, accompanied by singing or dancing, make it possible to enjoy some unique and different moments, full of identity and emotion.
Visit a
MARKET
It is a real pleasure to experience the freshness of the products that are used in our much-acclaimed cuisine, added to the fact that you will get the chance to enjoy the typical local atmosphere. Check it out for yourself.
Get an insight into
BASQUE PELOTA
Visit a Basque Pelota court and enjoy a pelota competition in any of its forms: hand, bat or cesta punta (pointed basket). You will be able to witness the exertion of the Pelotarias (pelota players) as they hit the pelota against the front wall.
Boat trips along
COAST
To enjoy a rugged coastline, with beautiful beaches, flysch and cliffs and, with any luck, to get the chance to see dolphins going by. Get your camera ready!
GASTRONOMY
contemporary and traditional
Try some of the traditional dishes, always exquisitely prepared, dishes in which the zero kilometre produce has pride of place. But don't miss out on the tapas (pintxos) or the avant-garde cuisine which is also exceptional and highly acclaimed.
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FIESTA
Because the best way to get to know the locals is to share some good times in any of the unique festivals and fiestas held throughout the land.
ARTISANS
Learning from the past
Because the work in the fields and kitchens, primarily, has generated a whole school of artisans You can find out about this work, learn how to do it, or take artisan goods away as a souvenir.
TXAKOLI
A wine that is characteristic of our land
This excellent wine has been traditionally made in Bilbao Bizkaia and in the neighbouring provinces of Gipuzkoa and Araba-Álava. A wine that has made it possible to design some extraordinary landscapes. Drink it cold, paired with some good fish or an Idiazabal cheese, for example.
MAKE YOUR TRIP MORE SUSTAINABLE AND RESPONSIBLE BISCAY RURAL TOURISM DECALOGUE
Respect our heritage
In addition to a privileged natural setting, Biscay offers you an authentic experience of culture, age-old traditions and charming villages linked to the land and the sea and with a historical legacy dating back centuries.
Respect historical sites, as well as our culture, language and identity.
Take part in local and sustainable activities and initiatives
Explore our history and culture by participating in local events, outdoor activities and farm work. Immerse yourself in our ancient traditions and enjoy our hospitality. Make yourself at home.
Enjoy the local gastronomy
Eat local produce in all styles of restaurants and bars. Participate in gastronomic events. Visit canneries, markets, cheese dairies, wine cellars and cider houses. Go out for “txikiteo” and “pintxos”.
Savour our gastronomic customs and support the local community.
Respect and look after the environment
Look after your environment and help to keep places clean and tidy. Respect nature and observe wildlife from a distance. Reduce and recycle waste and use natural resources sparingly.
May your footprint always be positive.
Discovering a “baserri” means entering into a way of life that has been handed down from generation to generation. 1 2 3 4 5
Visit a baserri
The “baserri” or Basque farmhouse is a symbol of our identity and traditional architecture. Located in spectacular natural settings, it promotes values such as the circular economy, food sovereignty and local products.
Tune in to local life and respect it
Respect and value our customs. Learn a few Basque words and try to use them with the locals.
Treat the local community and all people working in the tourism and hospitality industry with respect.
Wine tourism: discover txakoli and cider
Txakoli and cider are essential to our gastronomic culture and key to our identity. Discover them!
Walk through the spectacular landscapes where the wineries and cider houses are located. Stroll through the vineyards and take part in visits, activities, tastings and meals.
Buy local products as an alternative to the typical souvenir
Contribute to the development of responsible tourism by buying local crafts and products based on Basque symbolism.
Take a little piece of Biscay back home with you.
Plan your trip responsibly
Prior to your visit, learn about our destination and be sure to include less touristy experiences in addition to the iconic sights.
Stay in farmhouses, rural apartments, rural houses and rural hotels managed by local people who will make your experience authentic and friendly.
Use public and nonmotorised transport
Choose public transport to reduce your carbon footprint and avoid congestion and parking problems.
Take advantage of the natural beauty of Biscay to walk or cycle, using the extensive network of paths and greenways that cross spectacular landscapes.
PRACTICALINFO
TOURISM BILBAO
www.bilbaoturismo.net
BIZKAIA TOURISM www.visitbiscay.eus
BASQUE COUNTRY TOURISM www.turismo.euskadi.eus
TOURIST OFFICES
BILBAO
TOURISM BILBAO Plaza Circular, 1 Edificio Terminus 944 795 760 Alameda de Mazarredo 66 (Next to the Guggenheim Bilbao Museum) Airport 944 031 444
BIZKAIA
BAKIO
946 193 395 · www.bakio.eus
BALMASEDA - ENKARTUR
946 802 976 · www.visitenkarterri.com
BERMEO
946 179 154 · www.bizibermeo.eus
DURANGO
946 033 938 · www.turismodurango.net
ELORRIO
946 820 164 · www.elorrioturismo.eus
GERNIKA-LUMO
946 255 892 · www.gernikainfo.eus
GETXO
944 910 800 · www.getxo.eus/turismo
TIP - Tourism Information Point
March to December 615 75 62 90
GORLIZ
946 774 348 · www.visitgorliz.eus
KARRANTZA-HARANA
946 806 928 · www.karrantza.org
LEKEITIO
946 844 017 · www.lekeitioturismo.eus
MUNDAKA
946 177 201 · www.mundakaturismo.com
ONDARROA
946 831 951 · www.ondarroa.eus
ORDUÑA
945 384 384 · www.ordunaturismo.com
OROZKO
946 122 695 · www.gorbeiaeuskadi.com
PLENTZIA
946 774 199 · www.visitplentzia.com
PORTUGALETE
944 729 314 · www.portugalete.org
SANTURTZI
944 839 494 · www.visitsanturtzi.eus
SESTAO 944 070 985 · www.sestao.eus
SOPELA
944 065 519 · https://turismo.sopela.eus/
ZIERBENA (La Arena)
662 547 468 · www.zierbena.net (open seasonally)
TRANSPORT
AIRPORT
Bilbao-Loiu 913 211 000 (AENA) www.aena.es/en/bilbao.html
CRUISE AND FERRY
Ferry Bilbao-Portsmouth 902 108 147 www.brittany-ferries.es
TRAINS
RENFE. Abando Indalecio Prieto Station
Plaza Circular, 2
ADIF customer service 912 432 343
RENFE Bilbao customer service 944 879 222
RENFE customer service 912 320 320 www.renfe.com www.adif.es
EUSKOTREN
Customer service 944 333 333
www.euskotren.eus 944 019 900
FEVE. Concordia Station Calle de Bailén 2
BUSES
Bilbao Intermodal (Bus Station)
Calle Gurtubai 1 944 395 077 · www.bilbaointermodal.eus
Bilbobus (Municipal buses)
946 855 000 / 944 790 981 www.bilbao.eus/bilbobus
Bizkaibus (Coaches and buses, province and airport)
946 125 555 www.bizkaia.eus
METRO BILBAO
946 855 000 www.metrobilbao.eus
TRAM
944 333 333 www.euskotren.eus
TAXIS
Radio Taxi Bilbao
944 448 888 www.taxibilbao.com
Tele Taxi 944 102 121 www.teletaxibilbao.com
Radio Taxi Nervión 944 269 026 www.radiotaxinervion.com
In Getxo:
BIZKAITAXI
www.bizkaitaxi.eus / 94 491 53 53
GETXOBIZI
www.nextbike.es / 900 29 35 51
BICYCLE HIRE
Bilbaobizi
946 564 905 www.bilbaobizi.bilbao.eus
INFORMATION
EMERGENCIES 112 INFORMATION 010 (for calls within the Bilbao area)
944 010 010 (for calls outside of the Bilbao area)
CONSULAR OFFICE
944 706 426
CITIZEN INFORMATION BILBAO CITY COUNCIL
944 204 200
GENERAL TRAFFIC AND ROAD INFORMATION 011
LOST AND FOUND
944 204 981 / 944 205 000
ACCOMMODATIONS
NEKATUR/AGROTOURISM
943 327 090 www.nekatur.net
946 870 402 (Ihobe) · www.ekoetxea.eus
HOTEL ASSOCIATION
www.destinobilbao.com
XARMA, Association of Charming Hotels in the Basque Country www.xarmahotels.com
MUSEUMS IN BILBAO
GUGGENHEIM BILBAO MUSEUM
www.guggenheim-bilbao.eus · 944 359 000
FINE ART MUSEUM
www.bilbaomuseoa.eus · 944 396 060
SACRED ART MUSEUM
www.eleizmuseoa.com 944 320 125
ITSAS SEA MUSEUM BILBAO
www.itsasmuseum.eus · 946 085 500
EASTER PROCESSION MUSEUM
www.museodepasosbilbao.com 944 150 433
BILBAO BULLFIGHTING MUSEUM
www.bilbao.bmftoros.com 944 448 698
BASQUE COUNTRY MUSEUM
www.euskalmuseoa.eus · 944 155 423
REPRODUCTIONS MUSEUM
www.bilbokoberreginenmuseoa.eus/es 946 790 255
ATHLETIC CLUB MUSEUM
www.sanmames.athletic-club.eus/museo 944 661 100
BASQUE LANGUAGE INFORMATION CENTRE www.euskararenetxea.eus · 944 028 081
ARCHAEOLOGY MUSEUM www.bizkaikoa.bizkaia.eus 944 040 990
MUSEUMS IN BIZKAIA
ON THE COAST
ARRANTZALEEN MUSEOA (Fishing Museum)
Bermeo www.bizkaikoa.bizkaia.eus 946 881 171
PLASENTIA DE BUTRÓN MUSEUM
Plentzia www.museoplentzia.org · 94 677 37 25
RIALIA MUSEUM OF INDUSTRY Portugalete www.portugalete.org/es-ES/Rialia · 944 729 200
SANTURTZI SEA MUSEUM www.visitsanturtzi.eus 944 839 494
AGURTZA SHIP MUSEUM www.visitsanturtzi.eus 944 839 494
BIZKAIA BRIDGE
Las Arenas (Getxo) /Portugalete www.puente-colgante.com · 944 801 012
PUNTA BEGOÑA GALLERIES
Getxo - www.puntabegonagetxo.eus
URDAIBAI BIRD CENTRE
Gautegiz-Arteaga · www.birdcenter.org 699 839 202
EKOETXEA URDAIBAI
Busturia www.ekoetxea.eus · 946 051 275
TXAKOLINGUNEA - TXAKOLI WINEMAKING MUSEUM
Bakio www.bizkaikoa.bizkaia.eus/txakolingunea 946 028 513
SANTA CATALINA LIGHTHOUSE
Lekeitio www.lekeitioturismo.eus/en 946 844 017
INLAND
SIMÓN BOLÍVAR MUSEUM
Ziortza-Bolibar www.simonbolivarmuseoa.com 946 164 114
DURANGO ART AND HISTORY MUSEUM
Durango www.durangomuseoa.eus 946 030 020
ENCARTACIONES MUSEUM
Sopuerta www.enkarterrimuseoa.eus · 946 504 488
EL POBAL FORGE
Muskiz www.bizkaikoa.bizkaia.eus 629 271 516
BASQUE PEOPLE MUSEUM
Gernika-Lumo · www.bizkaikoa.bizkaia.eus · 946 255 451
GERNIKA PEACE MUSEUM FOUNDATION
Gernika-Lumo · www.museodelapaz.org · 946 270 213
GERNIKA ASSEMBLY HOUSE
Gernika-Lumo · www.gernika-lumo.eus 946 270 200
BASONDO
Wild bird refuge in Urdaibai, Kortezubi www.basondo.com 946 254 436
JOSÉ LUIS GOTI BASQUE MUSEUM ON THE HISTORY
OF MEDICINE AND SCIENCES
Leioa · www.ehu.eus 946 012 000
OROZKO MUSEUM
Orozko www.orozkomuseoa.eus 946 339 823
BASQUE COUNTRY MINING MUSEUM
Gallarta · www.meatzaldea.eus 946 363 682
BALMASEDA HISTORY MUSEUM
Balmaseda · www.visitenkarterri.com 946 802 976
LA ENCARTADA FACTORY MUSEUM
Balmaseda · www.bizkaikoa.bizkaia.eus · 946 800 778
VALENTÍN DE BERRIOTXOA MUSEUM
Elorrio www.visitelorrio.com 946 820 164
LOIZAGA TOWER. ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC CAR MUSEUM
Galdames · www.torreloizaga.com 672 248 759
IRON BELT HISTORY MUSEUM
Berango www.cinturondehierro.eus 946 682 143
ANTZASTI MUSEUM
Dima · Artaun Auzoa, 35, 48141, www.antzasti.eus 628 32 22 75
ORDUÑA MUSEUM / ORDUÑA HIRIA MUSEOA Orduña ·orduñahiria.org 635 751436
KARPIN FAUNA
WILDLIFE REFUGE
Karrantza www.bbkkarpinfauna.eus 946 107 066
HONTZA MUSEUM FOUNDATION Mañaria · www.hontzamuseoa.eus 946 216 555
IZENADUBA BASOA Basque Mythology Park. Home of the Olentzero Mungia Caserío Landetxo Goikoa Baserria www.izenaduba.com · 946 740 061
DOLOMITE FACTORY MUSEUM Karrantza · www.visitenkarterri.com · 946 806 928
KONTZEJU ZAHARRA INFORMATION CENTRE Markina Xemein www.leaartibaiturismo.com/en/do/ detail/kontzeju-zaharra · 618 595 593
MUÑATONES CASTLE Muskiz · www.visitenkarterri.com · 629 271 516
ANGURRETA HARROBIA ART SPACE Mañaria · angurreta@gmail.com
NATURAL SPACES
URDAIBAI BIOSPHERE RESERVE www.urdaibai.eus Tel: 94 403 23 60 946 870 402 (Ihobe) www.ekoetxea.eus
GORBEIA NATURAL PARK 946 122 695 www.gorbeiaeuskadi.com
URKIOLA NATURAL PARK 946 814 155 · www.urkiola.net
ARMAÑÓN NATURAL PARK 946 560 079 · www.visitenkarterri.com
POZALAGUA CAVE www.cuevadepozalagua.eus
SANTIMAMIÑE CAVE santimamiñe.com
OMA FOREST www.bizkaia.eus/es/web/bosque-oma-basoa
