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Bilbao is a city with a vibrant past. As well as being one of the most populous areas in Northern Spain, the city has always had a thriving port with goods coming in and out of the Bizkaia capital. With plenty of activity and a unique Basque culture, the city has an interesting story which … Read more
The Basque coastline is packed with stunning rock formations, cliffs, amazing surfing conditions and impressive beaches. They’re one of the main reasons people come from all over the world to visit the area. But, when you think of Bilbao, I wouldn’t blame you if golden sand wasn’t the first thing that springs to mind. Whilst … Read more
The Casco Viejo (Old Quarter) in Bilbao goes by many names. It’s referred to “Zazpikaleak” in Basque, or “Siete Calles” in Spanish which both translate to the “Seven Streets”. It’s also known as the Medieval Quarter or Old Town. Whatever you want to call it, they all refer to the same nucleus of streets in … Read more
Now, if San Sebastian is one of the prettiest cities in the Basque Country, Hodarribia (Fuenterrabía in Spanish) has to be up there as one of the prettiest towns! Set on the French-Spanish border, it’s a town with plenty of history which is evident as you walk through its charming streets. With the River Bidasoa, … Read more
Football, cycling and surfing are all popular sports in the Basque Country. But for hundreds of years the Basque people have also engaged in their own traditional sports. There are many different traditional Basque sports, but they all typically originate from the rural areas and farms, where the workers added a competitive spin to mundane … Read more
The Basque Country is a place with many long-standing traditions. Traditional festivals such as La Tamborada in San Sebastian have been celebrated for hundreds of years. But alongside the festivals and events, the Basque culture and traditions are deeply rooted in their sport. Cesta Punta or Basque Pelota is one of the most popular Basque … Read more
Zarautz is a town located 15km west of San Sebastian. It’s one of a number of coastal towns on the Basque coastline that is well worth a visit. If you’re looking for information on the town and what to do in Zarautz, you’ve come to the right place. In this article we’ll run through the … Read more
Tolosa is a small Basque town just over 30 minutes away from the centre of San Sebastian. Historically it was a strategic commercial point for Gipuzkoa largely due to its location in the valley (and on the banks) of the River Oria. Today, this means there’s plenty of history and things to explore in this … Read more
San Juan de Gaztelugatxe has exploded in popularity over the last few years thanks to the island’s incorporation in the hit series Game of Thrones. But whether you’re a Game of Thrones fan or not, the uniqueness of this special island will take your breath away. The island is located in Bizkaia (Biscay) between the … Read more
San Sebastian is without doubt the food capital of Europe. It’s a foodie’s heaven with everything from a unique pintxo culture, some of the freshest seafood around, famous sideria (cider house) menus, fresh food markets and not to mention the 19 Michelin stars in the city! But with all these options, it can become quite … Read more
