Tourism in the Basque Country has increased considerably in recent years, something that does not surprise us at all, since this Spanish autonomous community has much to offer the traveler: one of the best gastronomies in the world, examples of avant-garde architecture, beaches surrounded by nature…
There are many reasons why it is worth traveling to this corner of the north of the Iberian Peninsula, but today we are going to talk to you about the 10 that are proposed to us from the official Basque Country tourism portal. Would you like to join us?
Bilbao
First of all, we must talk about Bilbao, an internationally recognized urban reference because its avant-garde is based on integration and respect for its industrial past. The icon of the transformation of this city is the Guggenheim Museum, with impressive architecture. Find out more in our article "Essential visits in Bilbao".
Vitoria-Gasteiz
Visiting Vitoria-Gasteiz is another reason why it is worth visiting the Basque Country. Seat of the Basque Parliament and capital of the community, it is a green city, which is full of natural spaces. Also, you should know that it is a global enotourism enclave.
Saint Sebastian
How could it be otherwise, we are also going to talk about San Sebastián, one of the most romantic cities in the world. And although its renowned La Concha beach surprises above all, the city has much more to offer, like its other two urban beaches . Find out more in our article "Essential visits in San Sebastián".
Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve
Another place in the Basque Country that is worth discovering is the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, a varied natural space of extraordinary beauty . Its heart is the Oka River, which turns into an estuary when it reaches Mundaka. Visiting it, discover unique marshes, spectacular beaches, cave paintings and birds that are very difficult to spot in the rest of Spain.
Hermitage San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
In the town of Bermeo we find the San Juan de Gaztelugatxe Hermitage, which is located on an island linked to land by a steep and long staircase . It is a picturesque hermitage from which you can get spectacular views of the Cantabrian Sea.
Gernika Board House
We must also talk about the Gernika Board House, which symbolizes the continuity of Basque traditions. The oak located in the enclosure stands out, which when it has to be replaced is replaced by a sucker from the previous one. Today it is, together with the houses of Geradiaga and Abellaneda, the official headquarters of the General Councils of Bizkaia.
Suspension Bridge of Bizkaia
The Bizkaia Suspension Bridge, which is located on the final stretch of the Bilbao Estuary, could not be missing from this list. The bridge connects Portugalete and Getxo, two charming towns that are worth discovering.
The guard
If you have the opportunity to travel to the Basque Country, we also recommend visiting Laguardia, a walled town that offers an excellent food and wine offer, as well as an important historical heritage.
Cristóbal Balenciaga Museoa
We must also talk about the Cristóbal Balenciaga Museoa, which pays tribute to one of the most important designers in the country. The best thing about this place is that it conceives the Balenciaga pieces as if they were works of art.
Sanctuary of Loiola
Finally, we want to talk about the Sanctuary of Loiola, which is located in the middle of the Urola Valley, in an idyllic setting . Built around the medieval Tower House in which Ignacio de Loyola lived, the complex is a sample of architectural baroque.
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