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Enjoy this little country with the whole family

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There are around 50 TOP Experiences 40 TOP 8 to choose from, a wide variety of tourist EXPE RIEN activities all designed to be enjoyed alone, Family CE as a couple or with the whole family. Tourism

Find them at: www.viajesporeuskadi.es 8 Bilbao San Sebastian or by phoning 946 941 212 16 48 24 Vitoria-Gasteiz 32 40 The Basque Coast 48 Basque Hills and Valleys Version: January 2016 • Edition: 1,000 copies• © Government of the Autonomous Community of the Basque Country. Department of Economic Development and Competitiveness • Edited by: Eusko Jaurlaritzaren Argitaipen Zerbitzu Nagusia / Practical info Government of the Basque Country Central Publication Service • Production: Bell Comunicación • Contents: Hagoos 56 • Photography: Various authors • Printed by: Dosbi • D.L.: VI-31/2016 59 Small Dictionary Full and/or partial reproduction of the texts, maps and images contained in this catalogue is strictly prohibited without the prior permission of the publisher and the authors. 56 6 There are many reasons why the Basque Country is the perfect destination for the whole family. 8 We will showcase a small selection 5 7 of things that you cannot miss. There are endless attractions that will enchant you. Wait and see. 2 1 4 9 The 10 musts from the Basque Country

Bilbao San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

San Sebastian Urdaibai

Your first challenge is to match 3 Vitoria- Balenciaga the numbers on the map with the Museum places of interest. To give you a hint number 1 is Bilbao. Now fill in the rest. This game will Assembly Sanctuary of help you familiarise yourself with House Loiola the location of these wonderful of Gernika places. . 10 Bizkaia Laguardia

Find them Bridge

(6) San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, (7) Urdaibai, (8) Balenciaga Museum, (9) Sanctuary of Loiola, (10) Laguardia. (10) Loiola, of Sanctuary (9) Museum, Balenciaga (8) Urdaibai, (7) Gaztelugatxe, de Juan San (6) (1) Bilbao, (2) San Sebastian, (3) Vitoria-Gasteiz, (4) Assembly House of Gernika, (5) Bizkaia Bridge, Bridge, Bizkaia (5) Gernika, of House Assembly (4) Vitoria-Gasteiz, (3) Sebastian, San (2) Bilbao, (1) how their maritime, industrial and THE BASQUE agricultural character; always diverse and enterprising, has been bred. 45’ Estimated time by car San Juan de And if you find the coastal and inland Gaztelugatxe 6

villages interesting, you will be no less Urdaibai 1h 50’ COUNTRY Balenciaga fascinated by the three capitals. Bilbao Bizkaia Museum Pasaia Bridge 7 will surprise you with its transformation 1h 40’ 30’ 5 8 30’ Ideal for a short-distance family visit Assembly Geopark from an industrial city to an avant garde House of 15’ 4 1h 25’ San Sebastian Gernika 2 metropolis bringing together the great 1h 25’ Pagoeta 1 50’ contemporary international architects. 30’ Bilbao Ezkio-Itsaso 9 t would be impossible to find revealed by their idiosyncrasies: deeply San Sebastian, exquisite and unique, will Tolosa seduce you with its beautiful and stately Oñati Legazpi Sanctuary a small area that has so many rooted customs, a rich culture and of Loiola stunning places packed into traditional sports... setting. Vitoria-Gasteiz will show you its Arantzazu one space. The Basque Country rich heritage and why it sets a worldwide To better understand the nature of these 1h 35’ Aizkorri- is the ideal place to enjoy benchmark in urban planning. Aratz people it is important that you immerse Aralar numerous attractions in a short period: yourselves in its traditions, exploring Eating and drinking well is an affordable varied landscapes, pleasant climate, 3 i the fishing ports and the life of the luxury in the Basque Country: local From cuisine 45’ ancient culture, word-famous ... countryside... seasonal products in 'pintxo' matched Vitoria-Gasteiz Salt with a good wine from Rioja Alavesa, Valley Two colours will accompany you on On the coast you will see how the txakoli or cider. You are in the land of 60’ San Sebastian your journey through the Basque Cantabrian Sea has marked the the good table. Country: the green of the unrivaled personality of the neighbouring villages. mountains valleys setting of its and , and You will notice the difference between Enjoy! Experiment, observe and the blue of the sea. the inhabitants inland and along the surrender to the thrill... coast. You will see that the Basque people www.basquecountrytourism.eus have strong links with these natural 10 Memorable historical figures have shaped Laguardia environments: land and sea. Both have the personality of these communities been determining factors in a lifestyle and if you look closer you will discover

San Juan de San Juan de 45’ Estimated time by car 45’ Estimated time by car Gaztelugatxe 6 6 Gaztelugatxe

Urdaibai Urdaibai Getxo Balenciaga Bizkaia Bizkaia Oma Balenciaga Museum Bridge 55’ 7 Bridge 7 Assembly Museum 5 25’ 55’ 5 8 House of 1h 45’ Assembly 4 8 15’ 4 Pozalagua 15’ Gernika 1h 10’ House of 2 35’ 2 Gernika 1h 25’ Sanctuary Las Encartaciones of Loiola 30’ 1 San Sebastian 1 San Sebastian 1h 45’ Bilbao 60’ Bilbao 9 Torre Loizaga 9 1h 15’ 35’ Sanctuary 45’ 1h 30’ Durango of Loiola 1h 35’ Gorbeia Elorrio Quejana 1h 10’ 45’ 45’ Gorbeia Urkiola From 1h 10’ Aizkorri- From Aratz

Orduña Vitoria-Gasteiz 1h 45’ 3 3 45’ Vitoria-Gasteiz Bilbao Valderejo Vitoria-Gasteiz Salt Salt Valley Valley 60’

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GUGGENHEIM BILBAO MUSEUM

Did you know that?

SAILING ON THE RÍA Bilbao's most famous crane owes its name to a beautiful young girl who crossed the estuary by boat every You will feel the call of the sea as you cruise Immerse yourself in the Old day at noon to bring lunch for her the Nervion Ría on one of Its boats and Quarter and its famous seven streets father who worked in the shipyard. discover Bilbao from a different viewpoint. which is considered one of the best The pretty young lady's name was An entertaining route on which you will places to find great "pintxos" and to Carola, and the worker would greet be able to photograph the Guggenheim "txikitear" (have a few wines) in the city. her when she arrived. She became Museum, Calatrava's Zubizuri Bridge, the Somera, Artekale, Tendería, Belostikale, so popular that Isozaki towers, the Euskalduna Concert Carnicería Vieja, Barrenkale y Barrenkale they named the Bilbao Hall and the City Council building. Last Barrena are a must to explore to taste crane after her. but not least arrive at the Bizkaia Bridge. the true flavour of this land. with a brilliance that reflects its modernity A World Heritage site and the only bridge Do some sport in one of the of its kind still in working condition. In 1879 walls numerous parks and gardens: skating, The greater part of these buildings are were built at the A city designed to be enjoyed cycling and running along the Ría, in Abandoibarra, a pedestrian zone football and basketball. And if water entrances of the where you can learn about its Plaza Nueva and architecture and history, that on the banks of the Ría that you can sports are your thing, how about trying explore on foot or by bike. This beautiful a giant paddle-surfboard for 6 people, the arcades to provides endless fun options fill it up with wa- for the whole family: Museums, walk was once filled with shipyards and or try some canoeing on the estuary. port facilities where now, sculptures by ter and organize parks, street-markets, the Ría... a huge, Vene- Join us on this adventure. world-famous artists dot the landscape. tian style, nauti- CAROLA cal festival with gondolas and

PLAZA NUEVA everything!

Did you know that there is a devil's bridge? The Visit Plaza Nueva on Sunday, Castrejana bridge was used by when there is a street market pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago. for books, antiques, records... Legend has it that a girl sold her and if you collect football cards soul to the devil for a bridge that you can swap them right here. would enable her to cross to other side of the Cadagua valley, where her loved one lived. She repented Time to go shopping in the top when the last stone was about to trending establishments. You will find be placed and the crowing of the quality amongst top international brand cockerel drove the devil from the ABANDOIBARRA names. Bilbao's best children's wear ºplace and she saved her soul!. and toy shops are in Abando, Gran Via, Indautxu and the Old Quarter. 8 9 THE BASQUE COUNTRY FAMILY TOURISM BILBAO

Bilbao, more and more

DOÑA CASILDA PARK invitesGreen you to take a stroll... and have fun with Culture

Did you Doña Casilda Park: you can feed the sports such as skating, cycling, jogging, de Abandoibarra. It has a skate-park, Discover your inner artist at the The Campos Elíseos Theatre with know that? ducks in their lovely pond and have fun in etc. There is also a sports centre within a hockey field, a basketball court and Guggenheim Museum. The build- its superb modernist building and varied an extensive games area. In Abandoibarra the park itself. park swings. ing designed by Frank Gehry evokes a programme is well worth a visit and has Do you know who Puppy is? It's there are activities such as basketball on grounded ship, in homage to Bilbao's Deusto Park: A green zone located Plaza Nueva: Located in the heart children's activities throughout the year. the Guggenheim's mascot. This a Sunday in Spring. maritime history. Its wide and varied by the Ría with unbeatable views of the of the Old Quarter, it is surrounded by enormous floral dog is in front of the Don't miss a visit to the Museum of Etxebarria Park: Is an extensive Euskalduna Concert Hall and the Paseo arches and bars with terraces. It is a safe, art contemporary collection will sur- Fine Arts and revel in the painting and museum next to Louise Bourgeois's green zone in Bilbao with facilities for quiet area where stalls are set up during prise young and old alike. Don't forget sculpture by great artists like El Greco, impressive spider. Make sure you skateboards, bikes, skates, etc. It is also certain festivities (Santo Tomás, Aste to ask about its extensive family work- Sorolla, Gauguin and Zurbarán. Children get a photo with these gigantic the scene of the Aste Nagusia festival. Nagusia...) to invite visitors to try the shop programme. can also enter the fascinating world of guardians! Word search local products and buy whatever tickles Bilbao's green belt: provides routes The parks of Bilbao Enjoy the family opera programme at the art thanks to the wide and varied pro- their fancy. especially designed to enjoy nature. G A B R O A E W A D A Arriaga Theatre. Discover the world gramme of activities. Campo Volantín: This of music and theatre in one of the city's Europa Park: A large park located in A E A A A A A A A D A green zone has a bike lane outstanding buildings. Built in the late the Txurdinaga district, ideal for B I D A R T E A L A I ("bidegorri") and park swings nineteenth century and dedicated to K R A E O J A I U E R surrounded by trees and Bilbao composer Juan Crisostomo de E D A Z G U S A L R R leisure zones. Arriaga, the "Spanish Mozart", it suffered U E E G T A A A G U A a fire in 1914 and flood damage in 1983. Arenal: One of Bilbao's O U K A C F P S K Y B traditional parks with green The Ría de Bilbao Maritime Mu- You can cool off in the water jet S S T A D J E O A A E zones and good public seum will give you the chance to dis- fountain outside the Guggenheim T T Ñ H E T R N R A X transport connections. On cover the fascinating world of the sea Museum during hot summer days. Q O Y E A U A A A U T Sundays and holidays the kiosk is and shipping. A panorama of the mari- The children will enjoy playing in the converted into an outdoor auditorium jets of water that these entertaining D A L O Z E M A C S E time heritage and its links with the Ría for the Bilbao Symphony Orchestra. It and its surroundings. And what better underground fountains launch from also has park swings and a small climbing way to introduce this legacy to the little time to time. And after cooling off,

wall. ones than a Playmobile click exhibition! go play on the swings! Undoubtedly AMEZOLA. EUROPA, DEUSTO. EUROPA, AMEZOLA. the most modern ones in the city.

MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS PARQUE ETXEBARRIA BIDARTE, CASILDA, DOÑA ETXEBARRIA,

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Colour in We invite you to and discover the character And when

6 6 6 6 6 6 it rains... 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 4 6 6 6 nose around 6 ...or the sun shines, explore Azkuna 3 6 2 5 6 Zentroa, a former wine warehouse 6 6 6 5 6 6 transformed into a modern leisure 1 6 6 The La Ribera Market first opened 5 4 1 and cultural centre by designer its doors in the 14th century. The Bilbao 6 4 6 Philippe Starck. Here you will Experience the . 5 3 6 6 market area was established in the Aste Nagusia 3 5 2 find all kinds of cultural activities, 6 Plaza Vieja next to the church of San During the Semana Grande (the 6 1 exhibitions, health food restaurants, 6 4 Antón. Today it is the biggest covered 6 4 4 Great Week) at the end of August 1 6 6 a terrace and... a gorgeous pool! In market in Europe. It has a commercial 6 6 3 its play-centre, "Txikilandia", you 2 all Bilbao is a fiesta, and Marijaia 3 area of 10,000 m on three floors that 6 can read a story with the little ones, (the Lady of the Fiestas) makes 6 2 2 4 2 6 houses stands for an endless variety of 6 5 browse through art books or listen products, especially fresh food. There the festival into an unforgettable 6 1 6 4 3 5 to music while they have fun in the is also a special area for direct sale of event for the children. workshops. AZKUNA ZENTROA (ALHÓNDIGA BILBAO) LA RIBERA MARKET produce from the baserris (traditional farmhouses). 1 2 3 4 5 6

The football stadium is called San Mamés because the field was near an old chapel on land belonging to what is now the Casa de Misericordia. The chapel was a shrine to the child-saint Don't leave Mamés de Cesarea, whom the Romans took to the Coliseum to be torn apart without... by a lion. However, it turned out that the lion refused to touch the child and CAROLINAS let him live. And that's why the players Try a Carolina, the most typical sweet from these SAN MAMÉS: of the Athletic Club are known as the SAN MAMÉS: Lions of San Mamés. parts. The story goes that in the mid-19th century a pastry maker wanted to impress his daughter by making a unique cake for her birthday. It turned out to be so delicious that he named it after his daughter. The butter buns, rice cakes... are Bilbao has its delicious sweets that keep faith with the traditions of own font style, the city. That's the way we are! Have a serving of the popular rabas (battered calamari) in the Old Quarter. There are all kinds. The kiddies will It has its origin in be licking their lips! the funerary steles. These letters are widely used Visit the flower market in the Areal on Sunday mornings. in commercial signage. A treat for the senses. If you like football, attending one of Athletic's matches Look for an "A" with a txapela! at San Mames is a must. It's absolutely spectacular. You Athleticccc ... can also visit the club museum and even make a special visit to the stadium and discover its secret corners such Woouuf! as the locker room and bench!

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BIZKAIA BRIDGE Take the funicular railway to the del Olentzero where the Basque POZALAGUA Bilbao · Bizkaia Artxanda lookout from where you children go to post their cards every will get the best views of the city. On Christmas. You will hear amazing stories BILBAO sunny days you can see as far as the coast! about the language, customs and Basque www.bilbaoturismo.net/BilbaoTurismo/es/turistas Seen from here it is easy to understand mythology and enjoy their dramatised Guggenheim why the locals call their city the "botxo" tours and children's workshops. Gran Via 2, 48009 Bilbao. (pit, hole). There is a small park further 944 35 90 00 · guggenheim-bilbao.es up where you can stroll and escape the [email protected] Arriaga Theatre bustle of the city. Plaza Arriaga 1, 48005 Bilbao El Vivero: It has green zones, a 944 79 20 36 · www.teatroarriaga.com [email protected] playground for children, skating rinks, Ría Marítima Bilbao Museum KARPIN a meadow, picnic places, and bars, etc. Muelle Ramón de la Sota 1, 48013 Bilbao 94 608 55 00 · www.museomaritimobilbao.eus If you are a car lover there is one thing Did you [email protected]

that cannot be missed on the agenda. If you like animals, don't miss Karpin Campos Elíseos Theatre INFO Practical The Torre de Loizaga is one of those Aventura, a park where the whole know that? Bertendona 3 bis, 48008 Bilbao museums that can be so much fun. The family can learn more about the animal 94 443 86 10/41 · www.teatrocampos.com collection is considered to be the only one kingdom. It houses over200​ animals of [email protected] There is a gigantic fingerprint at the Museum of Fine Arts in the world to have every Rolls-Royce 55 species among which bobcats, bears, Artxanda lookout. It is a sculpture Museo Plaza 2, 48009 Bilbao model ever produced. Built in the Middle bison, otters, reindeer, birds of prey and in memory of the victims of the 94 439 60 60 · www.museobilbao.com And in the vicinity of Bilbao Ages, the present castle was rebuilt in wildcats are the stars. It also has more The Hanging Bridge of Bizkaia created by Juan 1985 and consists of a 25 metre-high than a dozen animated dinosaurs. And Barria, Nº 3 - Bajo Las Arenas, 4893 Getxo Jose Novella. The funicular station, 94 480 10 12 · www.puente-colgante.com/index.php/es everything is tower surrounded by rooms, a moat and if adventure is your thing, your best bet the skating rink and the adjacent [email protected] even a drawbridge with walls! is to visit Sopuerta Abentura, a park Pozalagua Caves restaurants Up and down located in a fantastic natural setting very Ranero Auzoa, 48891 Karrantza Harana were bombed 649 811 673 close to Bilbao. Tibetan swing-bridges, in 1936 and www.karrantza.org/es-ES/Turistas/Pozalagua/Paginas/ cable slides and log rolls await you. You default.aspx can even swing from the vines like an that is the [email protected] authentic Tarzan! reason behind Izenaduba Basoa the creation of Ranero Auzoa, 48891 Karrantza Harana the sculpture. 649 811 673 · www.izenaduba.com/ [email protected] Artxanda funicular railway Olentzeroren Baserria - Landetxo Goikoa, 48100 Mungia The engine of the Funicular 94 674 00 61 · www.izenaduba.com de Artxanda was designed [email protected] in Switzerland by specialists Torre Loizaga TORRE LOIZAGA GETXO in mountain trains and cost Bº Concejuelo, 48191 Galdames 649 412 001 · www.torreloizaga.com 488,407.30 pesetas (nearly 3,000 [email protected] euros). The tracks and the top San Mamés Stadium To round off the day the Pozalagua You can also take the metro and spend a station were bombed during the Rafael Moreno Pitxitxi Kalea, s/n, 48013 Bilbao caves, world famous for their curious day on the coast: the first beaches are siege of Bilbao in the Civil War and 94 424 08 77 · www.athletic-club.eus/cas/home.html Don't miss crossing the Bizkaia eccentric stalactites, are not too far. only 20 minutes from downtown Bilbao. [email protected] the railway was out of service until Bridge “as if you were flying”. Las Arenas, Neguri ... and a marina with a Azkuna Zentroa, Alhóndiga Bilbao Visit the Boina museum in Balmaseda. July 1938. At that time the village The origins of the bridge date wide choice for family dining await you. Plaza Arriquibar 4, 48008 Bilbao It is a former beret factory dating from used the funicular to transport 944 014 014 · www.azkunazentroa.com/az/cast/inicio back to the late nineteenth Visit the old port of Algorta (Getxo) or Bilboats century. Did you know that was 1892 now converted into a museum. You enjoy a great day at the beach in everything from motorbikes will learn how the legacy of the textile needing repairs to farm products Pantalan Pio Baroja, 48001 Bilbao the first shuttle bridge in the or Sopela. The Getxo Aquarium is another 94 642 41 57 · www.bilboats.com industry has influenced the land. In world with a steel framework? It excellent option. or calves on their way to the [email protected] opened on 28 July 1893 has been addition to the factory tour, the museum abattoir. Sopuerta Adventure a UNESCO World Heritage Site has a cafeteria for refreshments and a Sopuerta. children's recreation area. 663 80 56 09 · www.sopuerta-abentura.com since 2006. The Hanging Bridge Karpin Adventure of Bizkaia is the last remaining Would you like to explore Basque Carranza Valley. shuttle bridge in the world and mythology? You could visit Izenaduba 946 10 70 66 · www.karpinabentura.com was designed by Alberto Palacio, Basoa. It is a theme park in Mungía La Encartada Boina Museum Encartaciones. a disciple of Eiffel. where you can find the authenticCasa 946 80 07 78 · www.bizkaikoa.bizkaia.eus Forest Park Erandio. 14 608 44 49 39 · www.forestalparkbilbao.com 15 THE BASQUE COUNTRY FAMILY TOURISM SAN SEBASTIAN

Visit the Peine del Viento: Three

steel sculptures that comb the wind PEINE DEL VIENTO before you enter the city. Built in 1977 by Eduardo Chillida and Luis Peña Ganchegui, it features powerful jets of water that spurt out of holes in the ground when the sea gets rough. An Welcome to San Sebastian (Donostia in amazing spectacle! Basque), an ideal, safe and accessible city when travelling with the family. Explore the Old Quarter: an A fascinating history, world-class indispensable visit for anyone who gastronomy, marvellous golden beaches arrives in the city for the first time. and a wide variety of leisure choices are The best way to enjoy it is to wander all waiting to be discovered. through the streets trying the "pintxos" Strolling through its streets or touring it in the countless bars you will find along by bike are a sheer delight. Here are some the way. suggestions to enjoy it in all its many dimensions. Would you like to discover it Discover the Port: a magic place while playing? packed with stories. Enjoy a stroll at sunset to end up dining in one of its seafood restaurants. To whet your appetite you can try a paper cone of Did you karrakelas and shrimps. know that? San Sebastian And the Aquarium is close by, fantastic! do you know The church of what karrakelas are? Santa María discover the surprising corners of was known They are small snails that in the old are eaten in the port using a pin. days as the this elegant city chocolate church because Take a bike ride. This is an easy and it was built with extremely safe city for the whole family funds from the cacao that the to tour by bike. There are several places Compañía Guipuzcoana de where you can easily rent bikes if you Caracas imported from Venezuela haven't brought your own. along with tobacco, coffee and other Venezuelan products. Hop on the tourist train. It is an interesting way to see the city for the The queen regent María Cristina young and old alike and the best way to established her royal summer get some great photos. residence here and attracted And don't miss the tourist bus if you want numerous aristocrats and people to extend the visit and see the city from of the European nobility. a different perspective.

AQUARIUM Raimundo Sarriegui, whose statue Sail on La Concha Bay. you can visit in the square that You will enjoy a wonderful boat trip and bears his name, composed the discover the city from the ocean side... A San Sebastian March in 1861. It LA CONCHA BAY spectacular panoramic view! is the city's anthem and can be heard non-stop to the sound of drums for 24 hours on the 20th 16 January. 17 scover th Di e 7 differences LA CONCHA BAY

Pass it on ALDERDI EDER

La Concha beach gives its name to The sunsets from the the entire bay. One of the most beautiful Sagües children's park a great time urban beaches in the world, Queen Isabel are an unforgettable II came here under doctor's orders to experience. bathe in the sea. Many people bathe in You can rent awnings without leaving the city its waters all year round. It is ideal for and parasols at all three types of bathers and for paddle surf. beaches. Ondarreta beach is the continuation Did you of the former and has a children's Visit the Miramar Palace and Stroll through the parks and Play a sport: San Sebastian's beaches are playground. Its waters are calm and the Do you know what the rocks that know that? Gardens: This is a former royal residence. gardens of the city. The Aiete (with the ideal place to enjoy sports like surfing, waves tiny... perfect for an unforgettable separate the beaches of La Concha Its gardens provide a beautiful view of the its pond that is home to ducks and swans), stand-up paddle boarding or kayaks. In family day and Ondarreta on the coast are called? in 1875 the City Council gained Alderdi Eder and Cristina Enea parks all bay and it is a safe place to play. summer there are various platforms on the control of the coastal esplanade have playgrounds. The latter also has a Zurriola beach is the surfer's beach, bay with trampolines and slides. El pico del loro formerly used for drilling troops duck pond, peacocks and an environmental popular with surfers who come here to (the parrot beak). and turned it into the resource-centre. Climb one of the three hills to enjoy catch some of the best waves in the Alderdi Eder impressive views: in Urgull you will find district. Discover this sport at any Surfing This is because there was a chapel gardens. In the Belle Epoque there the remains of a castle that defended the Euskadi school. here dedicated to Our Lady of Loreto was a velodrome, a circus and city: corners, paths and passages steeped in (a pun on "loro", Spanish for "parrot"). all kinds of amusements. Today, history. To learn more about this "young" The local children love catching crabs the only trace of this past is the 800 year-old city, don't miss a visit to on the rocks. What about you? famous carousel. the charming Casa de la Historia on the hilltop. On Igeldo you can take in the best panorama of the city and on Ulía you can Ascending Monte Igeldo in the climb to the very top, to the lookout from century-old funicular train is an which whales were sighted in bygone days. absolute must. Did you know that This last hill also has a picnic area with it still uses the same mechanical park swings, a café that serves meals and system and bodywork as when it extensive parkland where the whole family opened in 1912? Once you arrive can have fun. you can explore a very special amusement park, climb the Swiss mountain or discover the mysterious river. Make sure you Three beaches you can take photos: they will undoubtedly IGELDO enjoy in the city itself ZURRIOLA be the best holiday souvenir of all.

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PINTXOS IN THE OLD QUARTER A wide variety of cultural talking about great choices awaits you When it rains... • San Sebastian Day or the Tamborrada: and when it doesn't, too 20 January. Food • The Great Week: Week of 15 August. Experiment in the Eureka! Science Museum: Where the kiddies will have fun with a display endowed with 160 • The Bandera de la Concha rowing race. interactive modules, a next-generation digital planetarium The first two Sundays in September and a simulator room, etc. EUREKA! Did you • San Sebastian Film Festival. September Visit the San Telmo Museum: A former convent converted into a museum of the city in which modern and classic • The Santo Tomás fair: 21 December. know that? architecture are merged. It has an extensive programme of activities for the whole family and a playground outside. Go skating at the Txuri Urdin Ice Rink: A huge ice rink where you can skate to The Plaza de la Bretxa owes its name to an the rhythm of music. event on 31 August Visit the Aquarium: Prepare to be amazed at the enormous glass tunnel from 1813 when the Anglo- where you can see sharks, manta rays, turtles and numerous other marine species. Portuguese forces opened Have fun at the Kutxa Ekogunea children's park: designed to educate children a breach (bretxa) in the wall within a fun environment. It has trees, nests, and a small farmhouse, all made of and charged in, expelling the natural materials. You will learn from nature while you play. French and sacking the city in the process. After an intense Find the Gilda in the maze And in the Naval Museum you will visit a tower house where you can explore bombardment a great fire swept maritime San Sebastian and the Basque Country's relationship with the sea. through the old quarter. Only two churches and 35 houses, all on This is the gastronomic city par a single street, were saved and excellence. The gourmet restaurants The magic of since then the street has been alone have a total of 16 Michelin Olentzero: called Calle 31 de Agosto. stars. The choice of cuisine ranges from Every Christmas a traditional home cooking restaurants to mythological character comes international cooking... a wide choice to down from the mountains San Sebastian has been declared satisfy young and old alike. European Cultural Capital 2016. and journeys to all Basque The city will have more cultural The custom going out for “pintxos” is villages to distribute toys and events than ever, and more a ritual not to be missed. It consists of happiness to the children. Don't leave choices for those who travel with strolling through the streets, stopping at the the family. main tapa bars to taste the recommended without... "pintxos". Authentic miniature cuisine ALDERDI EDER artworks for all taste buds, including the Do you know the origin of the kiddies! TAMBORRADA Tamborrada? The story goes that Taking a walk by the Concha bay, riding the carousel at Alderdi Eder and having the Napoleonic soldiers used to There is no better way of exploring the local an ice-cream cuisine than a visit to the two markets, come down from the La Mota Enjoying a good hot chocolate with "churros" at one of the cafés. castle to fetch water from the where the children can discover the colours, Having a picnic on Santa Clara Island in summer: The ideal plan for the whole fountain in Calle 31 de Agosto. aromas and tastes that enter our kitchens. family and a deeply rooted local tradition. There is a motorboat service during There they met with cooks and Be sure to visit the outside of the La the summer months. bakers from the city who also Bretxa market where the people from the came to fill their water barrels. farmhouses set up their open air vegetable, Trying the "pintxos" in the Old Quarter: Unbeatable for the children! When they saw the soldiers fruit and aromatic plant stalls. Learning to make a Gilda. Do you know the origin of the name of this pintxo? arriving to the beat of the drum, Exploring the three hills where you can walk, observe and enjoy the beautiful they began to bang on their barrels in mockery. views of the sea and cliffs.

20 21 And inthevicinityofSanSebastian 22 IGARTUBEITI and under the ground under the in the open air ARDITURRI wide range ofactivitiesandeducational in , the ancient Oiasso. It offers a Visit the the "Adventure tour". are thedaringtypemakeyou ask for unforgettable experience.Andifyou The visit tothegalleryis definitelyan reflections ofthewaterinpools. accompanied onlyby theoscillating rocks through the absolute silence mines: from thenoise ofthebreaking to thevarious eras inthehistory ofthe inside thegallerythatwilltakeyou back lighting create amagicalatmosphere Become apotholeratthe the CiderMuseum. the subjectcanvisit theSagardoetxea, And those who wantto delve deeper into for familiesthatprovide theseoptions. juice! Discover thevarious workshops you caneven makeyour ownapple process, how the apples are collected... a highlypopulardrink:theproduction learn aboutthesecrets andhistory of (Astigarraga). This is your chanceto Be sure to visit a local Mines back intothepast:soundand Visiting theseminesis liketravelling brings togetherRomanremains found This is an archaeological museum that Oiasso Roman Museum Oiasso intheAiaNature Reserve. workshops forchildren. Would you like to discover how cider house people lived in the Basque Arditurri CIDER HOUSE . two centuriestofinish theconstruction. conversion de Loyola in1491 andhis spiritual pilgrimage: thebirthofIgnatius Lopez convert itintoaplaceofcontinuous house oftheLoyola family. Two events complex wasbuiltaround thetower Loiola Sanctuary crown jewels oftheBasqueCountry: chance toseeoneofthearchitectural And whileyou are inAzpeitiatake the Igartubeiti CaseríoMuseum caseríos intheoldendays? Visit the chance tolearnmore aboutthehistory the pastinwhichkidswillhave the age oftheBasquefarmhouse. Avisit to a magnificentexample ofthegolden Built inthemid-sixteenthcentury, itis and culture of the Basque people. -. -. atripbackintime a ride-orrather If you like trains -andwhodoesn't? If youlike in . Learn about the history aboutthe Learn in Azpeitia. locomotives work and can even take andcaneven work locomotives of railways in the BasqueCountry. of railways inthe Basque RailwayMuseum You willdiscoverhowsteam - you must visit the - youmustvisit in1521. Ittookmore than All aboard! . This architectural

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and lightafire tocooktheprey... fauna ofthearea, makerock paintings enable you tolearnabouttheflora and the Sastarrain stream. Theroute also will environment that follows the course of purpose, allinawonderfulnatural on thehuntingcircuit adaptedforthis hunting skills against various animals "Ekain Adventure" allows you toputyour Ekain cave. Andifyou likeachallengethe our remote ancestors canbeseeninthe window ontoourhistory. Works ofartby A visit to Ekainberri H BSU COUNTRY BASQUE THE willopenanother EKAINBERRI AZPEITIA LOIOLA AIY TOURISMFAMILY surfingeuskadi.eus Surfing theBasqueCountry 943 722978·www.igartubeitibaserria.eus/es Ezkio bideaz/g, 20709 Ezkio-Itsaso Igartubieti CaseríoMuseum [email protected] 943 639353·www.irun.org/oiasso Eskoleta 1, 20302IRUN Romano OiassoMuseum [email protected] 943 830904·www.aiapagoeta.com 17, -KaleNagusia Jauregia Iturriaga 20810Orio Pagoeta Nature Reserve, [email protected] 943 550575·www.sagardoetxea.com/ 48,Kale Nagusia 20115 Astigarraga Sagardoetxea [email protected] 943 473953·www.realsociedad.com Pasealekua1, 20014SanSebastian Real SociedadFootballMuseum- Anoeta Stadium mnaval@.eus 943 430051·untzimuseoa.eus Kaiko pasealekua24, 20003SanSebastian Naval Museum [email protected] 943 552020·www.ekogunea.eus/es 20009 SanSebastian Carretera Rekalde-Hernani, s/n(GI-2132, KM2). Ekogunea Children's Park [email protected] 943 440099·aquariumss.com Plaza deCarlosBlascoImaz1, 20003SanSebastian Aquarium [email protected] 943 464404·www.eltxuri.com/ Paseo de Anoeta 24, 20014SanSebastian Txuri Urdin IcePalace [email protected] 943 481580·www.santelmomuseoa.com 1,Plaza Zuloaga 20003SanSebastian San TelmoMuseum [email protected] 943 012478·www.eurekamuseoa.es 43-45,Paseo Mikeletegi 20009SanSebastian The PeaceMuseum 943 213525/210564·www.monteigueldo.es/es Plaza FuniculardeIgueldo4, 20008SanSebastian Funicular train: Monte Igueldo, 20008SanSebastian Park: Monte IgueldoamusementparkandFunicular Train 607 201155·www.ciudadsansebastian.com/ Paseo delMuelle14, 20003SanSebastian Catamaran [email protected] 629 650376·www.sansebastiancitytour.com/es San Sebastian Paseo delaRepública Argentina s/n, Tourist train www.sansebastianturismo.com/es SAN SEBASTIAN San Sebastian · SAN SEBASTIAN Gipuzkoa

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Visit the Santa María Cathedral with helmet and all! Put on a safety helmet and professional guides will show you the history of the cathedral among Hop on the tourist the catwalks and scaffolding. You will train “Gasteiztxo”. A get the best views of the medieval city brief tour of the city on from the top of the tower. There are tours specifically for children which young and old will have lots of fun Explore the Almendra. The medieval almond, so called because of its oval shape, is the oldest part of the city. It contains the following landmarks, among others: the Santa María Plaza de la Virgen Blanca, that Cathedral, the Walls, the Bibat dates back to the 17th century and is and the Escoriaza-Esquivel and the authentic nucleus of the city. The Montehermoso mansions. This is beautiful monument to the Battle of Vitoria, fought on 21 June 1813 between the place where the most modern shops GASTEIZTXO rub shoulders with traditional pubs and the French troops lead by Joseph the streets combine the atmosphere of Bonaparte in his fight against an army of a bygone era with contemporary urban Spanish, British and Portuguese troops touches. Discover it as you walk through under the command of Arthur Wellesley ancient places full of mysteries and stories the Duke of Wellington. PLAZA DE LA VIRGEN BLANCA to tell. The Ensanche district is the ideal Did you Some streets of the place to find that high quality, exclusive, Vitoria-Gasteiz specialised shop. know that? Almendra Medieval have the names of trades. a city packed with history, surrounded by green Do you know which?

Welcome to Vitoria, one of the greenest cities in Europe and one that will undoubtedly surprise you.

With its completely pedestrian AKUA GALEON medieval old quarter full of history and an extensive network of natural parks with endless possibilities, this city has The Cathedral of Santa María inspired become a must for families who come famous writers like Paulo Coelho, Jo- to the Basque Country with children. sé Saramago and Ken Follet to write Would you like to discover some of its their famous novels "The Pillars of

most secret legends? the Earth" and "World Without End" CUCHILLERÍA AND PINTORERÍA. AND CUCHILLERÍA

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Enjoy the best sweets in the tra- ditional bakeries of Vitoria-Gasteiz: the txutxitos (puff cakes), the goxua And if you want to be an authentic pirate, the Akua Pirate Ship Park (pastry cake), the vasquitos and awaits you. A ship with a length of neskitas (chocolates), the chocolate 33 metres in an extensive area full of truffles... will reveal the confectionery games to ensure that the children have SALBURUA traditions of the city. a great time.

24 25 THE BASQUE COUNTRY FAMILY TOURISM VITORIA-GASTEIZ Conceived as a watchtower, it enables you to appreciate Salburua's natural surroundings from the 8 metre-high The La Florida Park is a typical central lookout. example of an urban park from the beginning of the last century with its bridges and places to hide or play ball games. The interest from travellers and In the great expeditions of the nineteenth century encouraged the city to turn La Florida into a botanical garden. For these purposes the authorities of Summer the time acquired many of the exotic GARAIO trees that now grace the park from the Paris Universal Exhibition in 1855. The Txoroleku, an area designed specially for kiddies where they can watch puppet The Ullibarri-Ganboa reservoirs with theatre performances and take part in their Garaio and Landa and Santa Engracia beaches Enjoy puppet-making workshops with recycled enable you to enjoy the sun, go for a swim or play water sports material, is waiting to be discovered. such as wind-surf. AquaMendi is an aqua park with great slides that forms part of the Mendizorroza municipal swimming pools. nature The Gamarra park has barbecues, large ATARIA at first sight LA SENDA swimming pools and extensive green zones idea for playing.

The Prado and Plaza de Amárica Getting around Vitoria-Gasteiz on foot The Salburua wetlands are huge children's parks is an ideal spot for or by bicycle is accessible to all. It has lagoons a few kilometres from the centre Urban pathways and bike lanes parents with young children. Watch your one of the largest area per capita of green where you can find herds of deer and run throughout the city and children play on the swings from one zones of any European city and has been thousands of waterfowl. Do not hesitate of the outside terraces that surrounds designed for pedestrians. Vehicles are interconnect the Green Belt with to visit the Ataria Interpretation Centre if the park. not permitted within these green zones you want to see them up close. over 100 kilometres of in the capital. Discover why it was the beautiful nature European Green Capital 2012! And the Armentia forest provides AQUAMENDI SALBURUA great routes if you like horseback riding. Take a bike ride around the green belt. Enjoy nature on the Did you more than 100 kilometres of The seat of know that? the regional trails that you will find in this Paseo de la Florida to Armentia. Match the tracks with the names parliament An ideal route for families that takes area. is located in the La Florida Park in a you from the La Florida park through of the animals they belong to building that used to be a secondary La Senda to the beautiful San Prudencio There is a permanent exhibition inside school in the 19th century. The Green Belt, with its 47 kilometres Basilica in Armentia with its picnic area. where you can learn, observe and even of paths and tracks through the parks The local people come here to have an touch! You will discover where the water that surround the urban centre, is the aperitif and play the traditional bowls comes from, the animal and plant species natural perimeter of Vitoria-Gasteiz. You game of Alava. This circuit can be that inhabit the wetlands, the migratory will delight in the huge variety of flora rounded off with a stroll through the routes of the birds, how they navigate and and fauna only a few kilometres from Armentia forest, just 10 minutes walk many more fascinating subjects. from the Basilica. the city. European Agile frog White Deer THE BASQUE PARLIAMENT mink stork 26 27 THE BASQUE COUNTRY FAMILY TOURISM VITORIA-GASTEIZ

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A wide variety of "Magialdia" International Magic choices Festival In September. Is an exhibition of magic and conjuring that captivates the young and old alike. When it Jazz Festival. rains... Held in July. Fiestas Virgen Blanca, in the The Bibat Museum is really two museums in one: Playing cards and Archaeological. Cultural heart of the city. Celedón hits town You will discover the best collection of card decks in the world in the part devoted to in early August. The hero of the fiestas playing cards. And the fascinating archaeological heritage of Álava awaits you in the descends from the top of the tower of Archaeological Museum. the Church of San Miguel. Did you The Artium Museum of contemporary art brings you more than 3,000 works by prestigious International Games international artists. Adults can enjoy the works of Picasso, Miró, Chillida and Oteiza, while know that? Festival. In June. The biggest children can learn about the secrets of art and express themselves in workshops designed in the world! 4,000 different especially for young participants. Don't miss the great guided tours for the whole family. games are dotted around the city. The famous Kas soft Visit the Álava Natural Sciences Museum. An ideal place for science lovers. It is housed drink originated in CELEDÓN in the Torre de Doña Ochanda, one of the city's medieval defensive constructions. It Vitoria? It all started displays important geological, botanical and zoological collections. The amber fossils in 1870 when Colour in discovered in the province are especially interesting. the Roman Knörr this You can have a great time at the ice Streiff arrived from rink, in the Bakh sports centre. Put on Germany and founded Mural the skates and enjoy a fun afternoon the La Esperanza brewery. After his gliding around the rink. BAKH death, his son, also named Roman, founded a soft drink company under the trademark of AS, to which he later added the K of Knörr, thus creating the KAS brand. Don't leave

Vitoria has a symphony composed without... by Ludwig van Beethoven himself. It was commissioned by Johann Nepomuk Märzel to Visiting the Almendra market. On the first Saturday of every month the Medieval commemorate the Battle town hosts a street market in which 180 local merchants take part. In addition to of Vitoria (1813), that the Market Route, Craft Corner and the Cultural Route there is an Infants' Corner ended the Peninsula especially designed for the enjoyment of the youngest members of the family. War. JAZZ FESTIVAL Take in one of Baskonia's basketball matches in the Buesa Arena pavilion. Have a delicious pintxo de tortilla made Discover the Mural Route. Gigantic with mashed potato in any of the bars in designs painted on empty façades and walls the Plaza de España. Young and old alike in the Old Quarter, the result of the work will be licking their lips! of artists, art students and the enthusiastic Visit the Teatro Principal to enjoy a good residents of the neighbourhood. A colourful play. If you go on a Sunday afternoon you walk during which you can learn about the NATIVITY SCENE can attend one of thei family sessions. history of the city and discover the mystery behind these beautiful paintings. And if you are here at Christmas you can visit the nativity scene in the La Florida Park that has more than 50 years of history, or have fun at the skating rink set up during the Christmas holidays in the Plaza de la Virgen Blanca.

28 29 30 adventure And inthevicinityofVitoria-Gasteiz IZKI AÑANA SALT VALLEY in theopenair ruins ofanAugustine ful inspringtime. is especially wonder air flora museum and by. Itis likeanopen monastery, are close dens na Botanical Gar The Lalastra. interpretation centre inthevillageof There is afamilyrecreation area andan griffon vultures intheBasqueCountry. of luckyou willseethelargest colonyof and ifyou lookupintothesky, withabit Explore thespectacular River Puróngorge on theboundaryofprovince ofBurgos. the nearby If you liketrekking your bestbetis tovisit workshops. springs. that distribute the salt water from the route ofhundreds ofwoodenchannels walks alongitspathways andfollowthe that has evolved in this unique place, take You canalso enjoy theflora andfauna entertaining way. for extraction intheoldendays is themost produced andallaboutthestructures used of history. You willlearnhowthesalt is of salt (live) withmore than6,500years Salt ValleyAñana Discover the spectacular sceneryof the on the way. on the or mansionssuchas Eskoriaza- Eskibel city oldesthouse inthe de losAnda,the the wall,finding ofthe walk part Torre natural sciencemuseum,or interesting Tower ofDoña Otxanda,anextremely of the city youcanvisit Vitoria In the enjoy widespread fame. los wallsofPeñacerradaVarona andthe ofMendoza,Quejana, Those Torre de province. youcanseeastourthe that houses Alava isfullofcastlesandfortified We are going toseecastles! Santa Catali , housed inthe Why notjoinoneofthefamily Valderejo Nature Reserve - - - , acultural landscape STA. CATALINA

The will also attract your attention.They The cave chapels used forprayer inform you ofalltheavailable activities. (parketxe) inthevillageofKorres will or by bicycle. Theinformationcentre You can explore it on foot, horseback just 31 kilometres from Vitoria-Gasteiz. river thatlendsitsnametotheparkis TORRE DE MENDOZA Izki Nature Reserve are excavated inthe rock andare called "gobas". Thosein Laño, Faldo and famous. Marquinez are andthe and insummer,¯swimming pools! picnic tables, showers withhotwater, terrace, sports areas, green zoneswith parking facilities, a cafeteria with a following walkways inthetrees. Ithas canoeing, climbing,orienteeringor fun outdoor activities: archery, trekking, the wholefamilytospend thedaydoing beautiful natural setting.Itis idealfor Area forbird species, itis locatedina Visit park classified asa Special Protection a dayintheopenair. Anadventure Aventura Sobrón SOBRÓN RESERVOIR H BSU COUNTRY BASQUE THE toenjoy AIY TOURISMFAMILY [email protected] [email protected] 945 351111·www.vallesalado.com/ Calle Real42. C.P. 01426Salinasde Añana Salt Valley Añana [email protected] 945 359016·www.aventurasobron.com/ 11,La Playa 01423Sobrón Aventura Sobrón [email protected] 945 161274·www.vitoria-gasteiz.org San Prudencio29, 01005 Vitoria-Gasteiz Teatro Principal [email protected] 902 440110·www.bakh.es/es/index.php Paseo delaBiosfera2, 01013 Vitoria-Gasteiz Bakh Sportscentre– Baskonia SportsComplex [email protected] 945 181924·www.alavaturismo.com/es/museos.php deJesús24,Fundadora delasSiervas 01001 Vitoria-Gasteiz Alava Natural SciencesMuseum [email protected] 945 209000·www.artium.org/es Francia 24, 01002 Vitoria-Gasteiz Artium Museum [email protected] 945 203707/181920·www.alavaturismo.com Cuchillería 54, 01001 Vitoria-Gasteiz Bibal Museum [email protected] 945 254759·www.vitoria-gasteiz.org/ataria Paseo delaBiosfera4, 01013 Vitoria-Gasteiz ATARIA, Salburuapark [email protected] 945 161598/599·www.catedralvitoria.eus CentrePlazaEspaña1,Information 01001 Vitoria-Gasteiz Gasteiztxo [email protected] 945 255135·www.catedralvitoria.eus/index.php Cuchillería 95, 01001 Vitoria-Gasteiz Cathedral ofSantaMaria www.vitoria-gasteiz.org VITORIA– GASTEIZ Vitoria-Gasteiz VITORIA-GASTEIZ · Araba/Álava

31 Practical INFO THE BASQUE COUNTRY FAMILY TOURISM RIOJA ALAVESA

Immerse yourselves in , Elciego and the walled towns of Labraza, Laguardia and Salinillas de Buradón

Medieval towns full of legends that have been able to conserve their walls. Wandering through the streets and Rioja Alavesa is ineluctably associated exploring the secret corners is a good with wine, but it offers a wide range way to learn more about their past. of cultural, gastronomic and nature- related activities if you are travelling with the family. You will become knights and dames of the Middle Ages, learn about the winemaker's trade, Did you discover the flora and fauna of the BURIED UNDERGROUND land of vineyards and, be converted know that? into curious archaeologists, learn more about the past of this magical land full of incredible legends. Visit a traditional wine cellar: the kiddies, who can learn about locally called "calados". They are winemaking and enjoy various King Sancho El Fuerte underground excavations that maintain workshops and children's activities Rioja Alavesa (the Strong) of Navarre the wine at a constant temperature. This organised by many of the wineries. is also an unforgettable experience for ordered construction of the wall that surrounds territory of fables and legends Laguardia to this day. Do you know how he earned his nickname? Because of his enormous size and strength. They say he was between 2.22 and 2.31 metres tall. He needed a special horse and claimed he was able to use maces and broadswords with one hand that his comrades could hardly manage with two.

Hop on the amusing Racimo Train. SANTA MARIA (LAGUARDIA) This tourist train will take you on a tour of the vineyards and wineries. Anecdotes, traditions, curiosities, legends... everything you need to learn all about Rioja Alavesa. THE WALLS OF LAGUARDIA

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The storks Learn the secrets Vineyards, olive trees Do you know these amusing inhabitants? They are long- of wine and lagoons... a land- necked, long-legged aquatic birds Participate in the winemaking scape full of contrasts that inhabit the warmer regions process and colours that change of the world. It is a migratory species that spends winter on the from grape-picking to stripping and LAGUARDIA AND THE SIERRA DE CANTABRIA with the season pressing. The children can learn about savannah of southern Africa but the winemaker's trade and even tread nests in Europe, usually on urban grapes to make their own natural grape constructions such as juice! bell towers or elec- Take in the views of the Sierra A unique landscape de Cantabria and the valley tric power pylons between the River that stretches to the banks of since large trees Ebro the Ebro. that can withstand the and the Sierra de Cantabria The Collado park in Laguardia weight and size of the for nature lovers that surrounds the wall to the nest, to which the birds east and ends at the statue of return every year, are rare. Samaniego is the best place from which to enjoy this superb Surely you've already The region provides numerous choices Stroll through the vineyards. Don't Laguardia Lagoons Protected landscape. seen one! to enjoy a superb day surrounded by miss the chance to enjoy this wonderful Biotope. nature. Visit any of its many recreational family experience. There are countless trails You can find this wetland habitat with areas where you will find children's that will immerse you in this incredible its lagoons in the heart of the Rioja playgrounds and even barbecues in scenery. An interesting option to learn Álavesa. Access from Laguardia is on addition to picnic tables. El Cristo in more about the natural environment of foot or by bicycle along rural roads Samaniego, Bercijana in Yécora, San Rioja Alavesa. Take the opportunity to learn surrounded by vineyards. The Prao de Justo in Oion, San Ginés, 2.3 km from parts of the grapevine and even identify Enjoy a wine tasting and grape la Paul reservoir is set up for visitors juice for the kiddies Labastida and Berberana in Laguardia the flora and fauna that surrounds the with areas especially prepared for bird are some of the most popular. vineyards. watching. This activity will help the children to Although the habitat is always identify the parts of the cluster and the Take a canoe trip on the Ebro. grape as well as their shapes, flavours Discover Rioja Alavesa and its vineyards interesting, the greatest variety of bird life can be observed between September and colours. Have you ever tried the from the Ebro River. This is your chance juice of freshly squeezed grapes? It is to explore the natural wealth and fauna and March. LAGUARDIA LAGOONS not only nutritious and healthy, but of the region while participating in a sport utterly scrumptious! VINEYARDS activity for the whole family.

Number the drawings from 1 to 6 according to the winemaking process

EBRO RIVER

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Laguardia is a town of fables because the writer Félix María de Samaniego, who adapted many of Aesop's fables A wide including The Ant and the Grasshopper, Match these drawings with The Dog and the Crocodile and The Fox the corresponding Fable variety of and the Grapes, was born here in the Cultural 18th century. 1 Unbridled ambition will never lead to anything good. Give thanks for what choices you have and what you get. 2 Do not spend all your time having fun. You must also study and work hard to Join in one of the dramatised tours achieve your goals. World class gastronomy available in the area. A fun way to learn Rioja Alavesa has attractive wine the history of the region. Don't miss 3 Human beings often pretend to despise For kiddies tourism options for all audiences, the one in Labraza. Charming and little- things we secretly crave but consider with gastronomic proposals that known, it won the 2008 Best Walled City unattainable

and adults meet the expectations of the most in the World award.

THE FOX AND THE GRAPES THE AND FOX THE

discerning palates. 3. GRASSHOPPER 1. THE HEN THAT LAID GOLDEN EGGS 2. THE ANT AND THE THE AND ANT THE 2. EGGS GOLDEN LAID THAT HEN THE 1.

Enjoy a picnic in the vineyards. DRAMATIZED TOUR Don't leave There's nothing better than roast lamb What are fables? without... chops with vine shoots, bacon and chorizo, cooked to order and accom- Fables are short stories featuring panied by good wine and grape juice animals and imaginary characters A visit to the Plaza Mayor of to top up your energy level. And all in to convey moral teachings in a Laguardia, where you will find a the unique setting of the twelve thou- carillon-style clock from which sand hectares of vineyards that comprise simple, entertaining way. the area. dancers or "dantzaris" emerge at Olive Oil Festival. (March) This great certain hours to perform the dance Don't miss out on trying the olive oil festival is held every year. Make it of Laguardia to traditional local mu- pintxos in Laguardia. Come and part of your trip itinerary to learn about sic. It is a good idea to get there taste the pintxos and famous casseroles the production process of this delicacy three or four minutes early made from local produce. And if you so widely used in our land. The festive to be sure you don't are here at end of August you will atmosphere is ideal for the whole family. OLIVE OIL PRESS miss these charm- be able to enjoy the medieval Dramatised tours to learn about the oil ing figures. (Clock pintxos contest! presses are also a habitual attraction. schedule: 12:00, Visit an olive oil Vintage Festival. (September). This 14:00, 17:00 press, one of the best festival is held in Rioja Alavesa every year. and 20:00. kept secrets of the re- This is an itinerant event that begins Also 22:00 in gion. You can visit an- You can see the entire Music in the vineyards (July). An with treading the first grapes and tasting summer) cient olive groves and, extensive program of concerts for all the first must (grape juice). Fun for the depending on the cul- olive oil production audiences: jazz, blues, rock and swing kiddies is assured with an extensive tivation sequence, par- process at first hand festivals held in various towns of the programme of children's entertainment. ticipate in their care and region. treatment.

VINTAGE FIESTA

36 37 38 know Did you (the goat). (the character calledAker mythological featuresor akelarreisheldthat a sabbath awitches' Assumption feast Our Lady of of the eve Baptist). iswhyonthe the This (Feastmorning Day ofStJohn be heardsingingonamidsummer's whocould toawitch relates it that Hut, alludestoalegend Witch's tomb, nameofthis the The La ChaboladelaHechicera AKER that ? LA CHABOLADEHECHICERA Llanos andElEncinal. Martin, theAltode laHuesera, Los found atLayaza, ElSotillo,San Other well-knowndolmens canbe livestock inthearea. who engagedinagriculture andkept 5,000 years agoby neolithicpeople entire region. It was erected about biggest andbestconserved ofthe in BasqueCountry. Itis probably the one ofthemostimportantdolmens Like theWitch'sHutinElvillar, Alava, area megalithic remains inthe Discover some of the Cultural To investigate for nothing. wasn't designedby thesame architect you oftheGuggenheimMuseum: it de Riscal winerywillcertainlyremind If you have beentoBilbao,theMarqués with theavant garde backdrop. A goodopportunitytogetthatphoto Calatrava, Aspiazu... prestigious architects suchasGehry, will comeacross wineriesdesignedby As you travel around theregion you most contemporary From the mosttraditional to the and carvings onthedome. can seeanexceptional bodyoffrescoes Moreda, inadditiontoitsaltarpiece,you During thevisit toSantaMariade Oyón-Oion, SamaniegoandLabastida. Santa MariadeLaguardia, Lanciego, The mostfamous are foundatElvillar, and renaissance works. admire exquisite baroque, plateresque outstanding artistic meritwhere you can Alavesa are endowedwithaltarpiecesof Most ofthemajorchurches inRioja Just like the great cathedrals SANTA MARIADEMOREDA MARQUES DERISCAL museum. the wine cellarandthewine theme Sabina, themedieval necropolis, paintings fromthe ChapelofSanta Here youcan seetheinteresting Labastida isalsoafascinatingoption. The its people. to approach thepastof this landand visit toitsremains isastunningway Bronze Age and Iron Age, sothata was aninhabited village between the archaeological excavations. LaHoya you withthekeys tounderstandingthe the Archaeology enthusiastsshouldvisit Dreams" the magicoffilm"InLand the glassesandimmerseyourselfin surprise: a4Dmovie theatre! Puton tasting. But thismuseumconcealsa tastes throughthehighlydidacticvirtual significance ofcolours, aromasand the world ofwine, discovering the Centre. You evenmore about willlearn Visit theVillaLuciaWineTheme it rains... it When La Hoya Museum.Itwillprovide Remelluri FarmMuseum in H BSU COUNTRY BASQUE THE AIY TOURISMFAMILY 945 621122/181918·turismo.euskadi.eus/es Ctra. Elvillars/n, 01300Laguardia La Hoya Museum 945 600032/246409·www.villa-lucia.com Ctra. s/n, deLogroño 01300Laguardia Centre Lucía WineTheme Villa [email protected] 629 830148·www.trenturisticolaguardia.com 32bajo,Santa Engracia 01300Laguardia Laguardia Tourist Train www.rutadelvinoderiojaalavesa.com/es viajesporeuskadi.es/es turismo.euskadi.eus/rioja-alavesa RIOJA ALAVESA Rioja Alavesa RIOJA ALAVESA MEDIEVAL NECROPOLIS LA HOYA MUSEUM

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SAN JUAN DE GAZTELUGATXE

Climb the 241 steps to San Juan Hone your senses with a visit to the Enjoy the fantastic views along de Gaztelugatxe. markets to learn about the most typical our coastline. The chapels of Santa

CHAPEL OF SAN TELMO AND FLYSCH IN Come and discover the traditions and products. In the and Zarautz Catalina in and San Telmo legends that speak of this magical Municipal markets you can discover the in Zumaia enjoy a privileged location place. The island, with its rustic chapel, local produce used in the best Basque on the Cantabrian sea coast. Don't simulates a castle rising from the sea and recipes. miss a visit to these incredible temples has witnessed naval battles and invasions ­overlooking the sea. by privateers. The magnificent views from Discover an authentic sixteenth the chapel, unforgettable at sunset, are century whaler. In Albaola you Sail along the coast. Discover an absolute must. can watch the actual construction of a the best-kept secrets of our coast THE BASQUE COAST replica of the whaler San Juan and learn by taking any of the numerous Cross the Bay of Pasaia by boat. about the maritime heritage through the trips from Hondarribia, Zumaia or Take the marvellous boat ride from San character “Txo” and his friends. Bermeo Getaria in Gipuzkoa or from Bermeo, how to become a seafarer Pedro to San Juan while enjoying the offers you the chance to discover the Aita Getxo or Santurce in Bizkaia. Or go stunning scenery of the bay and working Gruria, a 17th century whaler, and the dolphin-watching! "for all coasts" up an appetite for the best fresh fish. Whaling Interpretation Centre. Visit a fishing boat. A traditional tuna Immerse yourself in the old craft converted into a boat-museum. quarters of the charming Did you On the good ship Mater Museoa in From Muskiz in the westernmost reaches to fishing villages. Hondarribia's Pasai San Pedro you will discover the know that? Hondarribia in the east, the Basque Country old town still retains its walls and secrets of the fishing tradition: fishing provides a wide range of beaches, fishing villages, buildings. In San Juan the local fishing gear that respects the environment, the gastronomic experiences, museums and other people's houses have a superb view of distinctive rhythm of the fisherman's life, tourist attractions for the whole family to enjoy the bay of Pasaia. Getaria, the birthplace The island of Garraitz in Lekeitio the features of the boat... you can even throughout the year along its 250 km of coastline. of Juan Sebastian Elcano, brings you the can only be accessed at low tide. learn how to make traditional preserves! If you love the sea, the Bay of is calling you! delicious aroma of grilled fish while you It used to be a leper colony to discover its narrow streets and medieval protect the rest of the population mansions. The old port of Bermeo is a beautiful area surrounded by typically from contamination. Become an authentic rower. colourful, narrow houses. You can Arraunetxe de Orio provides watch the fishing boats leave the Juan Sebastián the chance to row in a "". port while you try the wonderful Elcano was pintxos in the town's bars. Finally, born in Getaria. Be an arraunlari for a day by in Lekeitio you will find mansions, He was the joining the crew of this traditional tower houses and the traditional Basque racing rowboat. seafarers' dwellings. first seafarer to sail around the LEKEITIO world. It took 3 years!

40 41 THE BASQUE COUNTRY FAMILY TOURISM THE BASQUE COAST Unique land and seascapes that paint the coast Basque Coast Learn all about Geopark in green and blue the Flysch This unique environment, where geology FLYSCH plays a vital role, is located between Zumaia and . 13 kilometres of cliffs that contain a spectacular rock strata formation called flysch that illustrates more than 60 million years of the planet's evolution. On foot or by boat, you can discover the thin layer of black that provides evidence of the impact of a huge meteorite that led to the extinction of the dinosaurs and many other secrets that our coast conceals.

ZUMAIA FLYSCH Which of these pho- tos is a Flysch rock formation? Plaiaundi Ecology Park and This tour takes you through the most Marine esplanade between Urdaibai Biosphere wetlands. This nature reserve is one spectacular parts of the Deba-Zumaia Zarautz and Getaria. This is an Like an authentic of the best in Europe to observe some biotope. Seen from the edge of the cliffs ideal route for all the family. It is short "artzainak" Reserve A or overlooking hidden coves, the scenery and easy with superb views of the bays. B of the 312 bird species found in the You can become a family of area by several crisscrossed trails. In is nothing short of awesome. This wetland area from the source C addition to the birds you will discover shepherds for a day for a unique Pagoeta Nature Reserve. Located of the Oka River to Mundaka was freshwater ponds, meadows, wooded Iñurritza dunes and biotope. An- between Zarautz and Orio, this park experience in the Lastur Valley, declared a Biosphere Reserve by A areas and facilities such as information other example of an area where nature embodies the balance between the in Deba. posts, stands and observation towers. and culture come together to form the UNESCO in 1984. Its varied flora B natural and the human environments Its ecological wealth makes Plaiaundi heritage of the place. In its 51.7 hectares and fauna can be observed from in more than 2,800 hectares. Traditional C a great place to enjoy nature. you will find cliffs, marshes and dunes, a caseríos, betizu cows, pottoka horses, wild the lookouts. Don't forget to visit sample off the diversity of our coast. Re- the Urdaibai Bird Centre to learn boar, hares... can be found within this mains of the curious activity of bygone Walking around Sakoneta. wonderful setting. And it is the perfect days are also in evidence in addition to more about bird watching. Take place to enjoy an entertaining day with the characteristic fauna and flora of the the opportunity to visit Basondo, the kiddies thanks to its recreational areas area. The Mollarri loading facility is the an animal refuge in Kortezubi. Did you equipped with tables, grills and fountains. best example. You can also rent a canoe or take a boat trip on the estuary. know that? OMA

Besides the old Agorregi ironworks, Nothing else compares to a visit to the you can find one of the most important AGORREGI Oma Forest, where nature shares its botanical gardens in Europe in Pagoeta. domain with art. The landscape itself Thanks to its privileged "micro-climate", is used as a canvas. Hundreds of pine species from both cold and warm trees are painted in colour in a way that each spectator creates the perspective climates thrive here and it is home as they walk. An animated forest that to more than 5,000 species from 5 URDAIBAI will delight the whole family. continents.

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Lighthouses Which one is the Did you silhouette of the Fully integrated into the landscape, the lighthouses are now a Santa Catalina unrivalled tourist attraction well worth discovering on your walks: know that? the La Plata lighthouse in Pasaia, Gorliz lighthouse at Cape Bil- lighthouse? lano, Getaria lighthouse on Mount San Antón and Matxitxako near A B C D E Bermeo are some outstanding examples of these constructions. They began life as watchtowers that were reformed to guide the fishing boats. Today the only one that allows visits to its interior is the Santa Catalina lighthouse in Lekeitio Did you know Ship ahoy! that? The establishments comprising SANTA CATALINA LIGHTHOUSE Accompanied by Antolin, a seasoned fisherman, you can discover how the Basque sailors faced the surf camps provide the force of the Cantabrian Sea and participate accommodation with meals and in workshops. surf lessons plus activities such as skateboarding, GORLIZ MATXITXAKO surfing or outdoor cinema for children. surfingeuskadi.eus THE BEACHES Accept the challenge and try a water sport. A surfing course, canoe excursion or catching waves on a SUP board - or even all together on a BIG Do some surfing and other water SUP! a boat trip... there are endless possibilities in unique surroundings that sports combine fun, excitement and the option going out to sea and seeing the coast Basque beaches provide the ideal conditions from another point of view. for surfing, with demanding waves like the famous Mundaka left-hand barrel and others for all levels in Sopela, Gorliz, Bakio, Laida, Karraspio, Itzurun in Zumaia, Zarautz or Zur- riola in San Sebastian. You will find a surfing school associated with Surfing Euskadi that offers courses tailored to your needs at almost every beach. They will also provide you with SOPELA any gear you may need and the guarantee of a product club (surfingeuskadi.eus) A B C For a quiet day There is a wide choice if you prefer to Do you know the names of these spend a day at a quieter beach with water sports that you can do in the fewer current and tidal hazards: Gor- Basque Country? liz and Isuntza (Lekeitio) in Bizkaia, SURF and Malkorbe and Gaztetape (Getaria), Hondarribia beach and La Concha (San CANOEING Sebastian) in Gipuzkoa. PADDLE SURF OR SUP LA CONCHA BODYBOARD D E TRAINERA

44 45 46 sea Bites fromthe “Bizkaiko Txakolina” learn toprepare authenticCantabrian the season,andinMaisor you will the typeofpreserve willdependon generation to generation. In Mater techniques developed by artisans from and the fish And ifyou wanttolearnthesecrets of adapted totheneedsofchildren. you canjoinineducationalworkshops Txakolingunea the production process is the But thekeyplacetolearnabout learn itssecrets. vineyards andwineriestotaste and, ifyou are interested, visit the any tavern or restaurant in theregion the dramatically inrecent years under wine", itsconsumption hasincreased these dishes. Longconsidered a"poor white wine, Nothing beatstheyoung, fruity and thefamous marmitako. ink, peppers stuffedwithfish orseafood miss includethebaby squidintheirown is a must. Otherdelightsyou mustn't Getaria, knownforitssuperbgrilledfish, available atanyofthefishing ports. prepared inawidevariety ofways are best anchovies, hake,seabream... its proximity tothesea.The due, among other things, to and qualityofitsproducts cuisine is thefreshness One ofthekeys ofBasque home withyou. the preserved fish you have prepared anchovy. Andbestofall,you cantake in Pasaia willreveal thetraditional can now find this delicious wine in preserves “Getariako Txakolina”and Mater Boat-museum Txakoli , bothMaisor inGetaria , inBakio;where

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find outaboutthearrantzales'way oflifeandwork. traditional wooden fishingvesselsremaining onourcoasts, andyoucanvisititto The fishingboatAgurtzainSanturtzi. The Agurtza isoneofthelast remembrance". more abouttheartist'slifethroughexhibition "VictorHugo, avoyage of the writingsandengravings hemadeduringhisstayinPasaia. You candiscover can enjoy theviewsofbaythatinspired theFrench novelist Victor Hugoin Victor HugoMuseuminPasaia.Fromthehousewhere helivedin1843you the Basquefishingtradition isondisplayhere. family life, boats, of gearandtechniques... allyouneedtoknow aboutthehistory islocatedinthehistoric of thefishermen Torre deErcilla. The customs, lifestyle, Fishing MuseuminBermeo. This interesting museumdevotedtothelifeandwork coast andtodiscover themostcuriousfossils. oftheBasque museums istheidealplacetofindoutallaboutgeologicalhistory era when dinosaurs roamed the earth and ammonites dominated the seas. This Nautilus Interpretation Centre, inMutriku. Take back intimetothe ajourney contemplate thebestdresses designedby theartist. fashion. Besure tovisitthisimpressive museumand in Getaria to become a master of high man born loose jackets ofthesailorsinspired thisyoung summer monthsonthecoastofGipuzkoa andthe dresses by worn elegant ladies who spent the Cristóbal BalenciagaMuseum, enGetaria. The www.losmuseosdelacostavasca.com and benefitsfor users. and have a free card that provides discounts Network ofMuseumstheBasque Coast dotted alongthecoastare membersofthe More than40museumsandheritagesites know Did you we're off museums to visit rains... When it that ? H BSU COUNTRY BASQUE THE you on a tour of the mainmonuments you onatourofthe entertaining clue game that willtake clue gamethat entertaining Basque mythology is by finding the isbyfinding Basque mythology for these little fairies byplayingan little for these Galtxagorris. The best way to learn about bestwaytolearn The in the OldQuarter.in the You canlook AIY TOURISMFAMILY Santurtzi ·www.turismo.santurtzi.net Agurtza FishingInterpretation Centre Zumaia ·943143100www.algorri.eu The Algorri Interpretation Centre Pasaia ·943341556www.facebook.com/victorhugopasaia Victor HugoMuseum Bermeo ·946881171bizkaikoa.bizkaia.eus Museum) Museo delPescador(Fishermen's Mutriku ·943603259www.mutriku.eus/turismo Nautilus GeologicalInterpretation Centre Getaria ·943008840cristobalbalenciagamuseoa.com Balenciaga Museum Getaria ·943140993maisor.com Factory Maisor Anchovy ·946251157www.birdcenter.orgArteaga Urdaibai Bird Centre 943835389 Reserve· Nature Pagoeta Agorregi ironworks andmills Pasaia ·943392426www.albaola.com/es Albaola Orio ·679417764www.arraunetxe.eu Arraunetxe centre Pasaia ·619814225www.matermuseoa.com Mater MuseumBoat turismo.euskadi.eus/costa-vasca BASQUE COAST The Basquecoast THE BASQUECOAST

47 Practical INFO THE BASQUE COUNTRY FAMILY TOURISM BASQUE HILLS AND VALLEYS

Take a walk through Goierri. This region has countless marked trails for hiking, walking, running, etc. each labelled with the level of effort required. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourselves in nature and enjoy a great ULLÍBARRI-GAMBOA family day out. There is a lovely walk bordering the Arriaran wetland or a stroll through the Visit a farm. There are numerous medieval village of Segura, full of stories dairies throughout inland Basque Country that can be visited. A visit to TXINDOKIKO ITZALA and magical legends. any of them is undoubtedly the best Hiking routes in Gorbeia for the way to appreciate the famous whole family: there is a network of cheese. A shepherd will tell you all about 14 trails that enable you to discover the latxa sheep breed, herding, cheese- the superb landscape of this protected making, the designation of origin and area and observe its flora and fauna. many other things. Of course, the You can even observe the footprints of visit ends with a tasting of wonderful DAIRY BASQUE HILLS AND VALLEYS human history such as tombs, menhirs, Idiazabal cheese. Delicious! farmlands, charcoal hearths, mills and concealed huts. enchanted landscapes, charming people Miner for a day at La Climb to the Gorbea Cross. At Did you 1,482m above sea level you will find Montaña del Hierro (Iron Nature is displayed in all her an enormous 18 metre-high cross on Mountain). know that? splendour in the Tolosaldea and the summit of Gorbea, which welcomes Goierri districts of Gipuzkoa and thousands of hikers and mountaineers That there is a native breed of pig the Gorbea Nature Reserve: a green every year. breathing space located on the in the Basque Country! border between Álava and Bizkaia Take part in water sports at any In Bidania you have the with endless activities related to of the reservoirs on the Zadorra opportunity to discover an the rural world, traditions, culture, River in Álava. You can go rowing, authentic "Euskaltxerri" pig farm, gastronomy and sport for the whole windsurfing, sailing and fishing at the Visit the Aizpea mining complex in the only native pig breed of family. If your goal is to discover the Urrunaga dam where you will find and discover the secrets of its Basque Country. Here you can essence of Basque Country, don't two leisure areas on the banks of the galleries and old calcination furnaces: see how they raise these so- fail to take full advantage of these reservoir: Sorgimendi is a recreation the casa del inglés (the Englishman's called "happy pigs", how they offerings. zone with tables, fountains, beaches house), the powder magazine and the live in peace. To finish off the visit, and woodland, and Zabalain, a park in casa del mecánico (mechanic's house) why not try some of the cold cut a wooded area with tables and barbecues. are a few of the attractions of this meats produced at the farm? Albina is the perfect place for canoeing. fascinating landscape. And then there is Ulibarri-Gamboa, ideal The first references to the mine date for kayaking, water skiing and sailing. from the twelfth century and it was still The Vitoria Nautical Club is located here active until the mid-twentieth century, and at Landa there is a recreational area finally closing down in 1951. You can VICINITY OF GORBEIA equipped for bathing. You can also go also visit the jail in Zerain and play a cycling or walking along the green route around the reservoir. game of traditional Basque bowls.

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Become a shepherd Visit Druku's world This farm- A pleasant day whit the school in which visitors and animals For bike lovers for a day. are constantly interacting is located in . There you will see border collies family Discover one of our most important herding the sheep, a hawk that swoops traditional crafts. This is your above the visitors, horses that you can Durango as a starting point. chance to accompany a shepherd feed... An experience in direct contact There are numerous trails for trekkers with nature. and BTT (Mountain Bike) that start while he guides the flock during his from Durango. day to day routine among the hills Learn the craft at first hand. Durango is a medieval town where you and to learn everything there is to Stone, wood, ceramics... craftsmanship can enjoy a guided family visit and know about his trade. is a way of life for many people in the other resources for kiddies plus a wide Gorbeia area. If you would like to get variety of playgrounds. to know the craftspeople, learn about their tools and even make something Enjoy nature by bike throughout the yourselves, be sure to take part in any Gorbeia. There is a large number of of the workshops available in the area. marked trails for biking in the nature reserve. You can rent bikes at several ORIENTATION GAME places such as the Casa del Patrón de Murgia, the Orozco Ethnographic Museum or Bicigune in Otxandio.

Relax and spend a pleasant day Go on a family adventure in for all ages) that winds between beech Greenways. Greenways are disused in the foothills of Gorbeia. There Hontzaextrem. An adventure park forests, heathlands, grasslands and railway infrastructures that have been are many areas especially prepared for in the trees that includes games that ancient yews. Learn more about converted into routes for trekking or sport, leisure and family entertainment. combine skill, agility and adventure biking. There is an extensive network In Izarra the Ostuño park has soccer (Tibetan bridges, cable slides, vine swings, Orienteering game. There is an medicinal plants. of these trails and depending on your fields and tennis courts and Bengolarra rolling logs and net, Nepalese and monkey orienteering game for families on plans you can choose the best one for Go on a family picnic. The use of herbs for medicinal in Gopegi has handball courts and bridges...). For adults there is archery to the - greenway. an excursion through these fascinating You can find areas set up for a quiet day purposes has been closely linked with swimming pools; in Zuia, visit the show off your aim and finally a tree- Orienteering and trekking combined surroundings. with the family to enjoy a lovely pic- the Basque tradition and culture for Jujatxi chapel and Mariseka; Andramari climbing course to learn how to climb the with a touch of fun. With a map in hand, nic in the countryside anywhere in the and Santa Mañe in ; Santiago trees safely. (Children over four years old). you will have to correctly answer the centuries. In the Gorbeia you can Gorbeia Nature Reserve. You can even and Bikotzgane in Artea; in Lemoa questions at each mark you find along learn about medicinal plants, their choose to go by kayak! Lemoatxa and San Antolin; in Orozko, Visit the Gujuli waterfall. With a the way to complete the challenge. use and properties and find Belaustegi, Agarre, Urigoiti, Ibarra, drop of more than 100 meters, this is one The questions are related to topics like out more about traditional Katadio, Santa Marina, Altzagorta of the most impressive scenic attractions nature, the environment and mining: Basque medicine. and Elezkin; Presazelaia in Otxandio; in the Gorbeia area and not one to be ideal to learn while having fun. The map Olalde in Ubide; the lookout-picnic area missed. Go to the lookout and marvel at and information can be collected at the in Ugao; Saldropo and San Justo in one of nature's showpieces. It also has Ormaiztegi tourist office. Tolosaldea by bike. Through its BTT Zeanuri and in Areatza Pagomakurre, a number of marked itineraries (suitable centre, the Tolosaldea district provides Larreder, Asteitze, and Upo Makatza. Experience a family adventure routes beginning in Tolosa for all levels. in the lap of the Txindoki. With B The best ones for family enjoyment safety as its emblem, Txindokiko A are near where in addition Itzala gives you the chance to try an to sports you can discover the most Did you Did you know…? In summer, the Do you know what these native active lifestyle and have enriching amazing landscapes and be in direct shepherds live in the cottages in Basque animals are called? know that? experiences. contact with nature. There are also the mountain folds with their flocks C several recreational areas to relax and of latxa sheep, making tasty local have a snack along the route. cheeses. In winter they descend A to the pastures in the valley, where B they remain until the grass in the

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50 51 THE BASQUE COUNTRY FAMILY TOURISM BASQUE HILLS AND VALLEYS The Nature A wide variety of Reserves Cultural When it 4 rains... 8 Choices 5 9 3 Topic International Puppet Museum 2 in Tolosa. The only comprehensive 1 THE TOLOSA CARNIVAL centre devoted to puppetry in Europe, 6 1_Gorbeia 2_Aizkorri-Aratz Topic has an extensive collection of 7 3_Aralar puppets from around the world. URKIOLA 4_Armañón 5_Urkiola Sleep in the One of its goals is to introduce the 6_Valderejo Basque festivals. They have The Tolosa carnival This is an youngest audiences to the world of 7_Izki heart of been held in the first week of September event you simply can't miss. A singular theatre, and is a fantastic option for 8_Aiako Harria since time can remember.. The special 9_Pagoeta fiesta that fills the town with locals and a rainy day. market and subsequent Idiazabal cheese visitors from far and wide in a unique Nature contest in which the winning cheese festive atmosphere. Parades, processions, Ecomuseum of the Basque Caserío fetches astronomical prices of up to We have one more fun idea for you in drumming, bulls... A fiesta that appeals in Artea. You can learn about the Urkiola Gorbeia 13,000 euros in the auction that follows to the young and old alike. customs and lifestyles of Basques the Gorbea Nature Reserve: to sleep are among the highlights. The streets are Mount Urkiolagirre is a green oasis in Recreating the forms of the traditional in natural surroundings in original and in the eighteenth and nineteenth packed with people dressed in typical centuries in this ethnographic the rugged profile of the limestone rocks Gorbeia shepherds' huts, the park's unique lodgings. If this appeals to you, Basque costumes. Basque Country is a land full of . That friendly profile, its welcome cabin encloses an entire world take a look at the following offerings: of legends and mythology. You museum. Utensils, dresses, suits proximity to the Sanctuary of Urkiola and for the little ones to discover: interactive and other objects are gathered in Going to the fayres and festivals will hear stories about Mari who spits the stunning views of more ambitious panels, holograms, devices that let them The "Zuhaitz-etxeak" or tree houses one place, perfect for gaining insight in Gorbeia. Agriculture, handicrafts flames, the Lamiak, beautiful women summits make it the perfect place to smell the aromas of plants or even hear in Zeanuri are a unique opportunity to into the roots of our land and how and gastronomy are the stars, and this with duck's feet, Basajaun or the Lord introduce the kiddies to the world of a stag roar... sleep in the trees at one with nature as of the Woods and the Sorgiñak, witches the people once lived in the Basque mountains and trekking. The landscape is reflected in the festivals and fayres It has an extensive programme of attractive if you were a bird! with supernatural powers. farmhouses. of the Urkiola Nature Reserve is of great devoted to their products. In May you proposals for the kiddies to learn more beauty and you can explore it with the Don't forget your camera: you may see have San Isidro in Zeanuri and the about not only the landscape but also whole family through the carefully graded birds and even deer walking below the Gorbea Nature Reserve Livestock Fair on the rural traditions of the area. There are trekking routes and bike trails. cabins. the second Saturday of the same month. 2 information centres: Areatza if you are Orozko Products Day is in June and the Visit the Toki Alai Interpretation Centre: travelling from Bizkaia and Sarria if you Learn more about the details of the access the park from Álava. Zigoitia Horse Fair is held in Ondategi on Can you name these two landscape by perusing the exhibition on the last Sunday of the month. the Nature Reserve. You can also see an Aizkorri-Aratz Visiting the fascinating Mekartea fayre characters? audiovisual presentation and observe a in Artea is a must on the third Saturday Museum of Basque Traditional Pottery Source of Gipuzkoa's major rivers, this in Ollerias, Elosu. Located in an colony of vultures through a live video is one of the most important nature .And for the little ones, the best option of September. The Livestock fayre in camera. old pottery dating from 1711, the reserves in Basque Country. Megalithic is the colourful gypsy caravans. The Murgia is held on the first Sunday of October. On the last Saturday of the museum has a marvellous collection monuments, underground galleries, complex has a cafeteria and bar and you Aralar same month there is a Craft Market in of ceramics. You can also visit the the Sanctuary of Arantzazu... the area can order dinners and picnic lunches for Ibarra de Aramaio and the huge oven that was used for centuries Is the centre of many of the legends of is full of items of cultural heritage just your excursions. There is even wifi in the Izarra fayre on the Sunday. Finally, in to fire thousands of pieces. You can Basque mythology, this park is a good waiting to be discovered. Visit Aizkorri to Caserío. choice to spend a day surrounded by immerse yourselves in nature and spend an December, the fayre of Santa Lucia is visit the working pottery where you nature. You will be sure to find some unforgettable day while visiting the San held in both Otxandio and Orozko. can see how the potters ply their megalithic monuments and local Adrian tunnel (a UNESCO World Heritage trade. fauna during your walk. The Lizarrusti Site) that connected Castile to the Basque Tolosa Choral Contest. This event Information Centre provides guided Country and Europe in the Middle Ages. has been held in the town every year Orozko Ethnographic Museum. Here tours to familiarise yourselves with the since 1968. If you are a fan of choir you can enjoy an entertaining and Reserve and its mythology and there are music then this event that features choirs educational visit with an interactive dramatised tours in summer. from all over Europe is the one for you. L_M__K and participatory approach about the B_S_J__N Orozko area, its livestock activity and the Gorbea Nature Reserve. 52 53 54 and honey. Delicious! you needtomastertheworldofbees derivatives are exhibited...everything handle hives andmakehoneyits other items traditionally used to beekeeping. Theinstruments and essence of the fabulous world of is designed to introduce you to the Located intheCasa Oregi, this space Honey inMurgia Museum Culinary Experience Culinary ancient activity that still maintains its maintainsits still that ancient activity natural honey is finger-licking good! natural honeyisfinger-licking splendour inGorbeia. smooth, This Immerse yourself in the fabulous Immerse yourselfinthe world ofbeekeepingworld , atrade and "Bee-keeper for aday" . same time. at children tohave funandlearnatthe The centre offers several activities aimed Idiazabal cheeseandhealthyeating. Goierri andOrdizia andtheirmarket, about this subject,aboutthehistory of D'Elikatuz Learn aboutgoodnutrition.Atthe Centre inOrdizia you canlearnmore Cut this delicious cheeseinto delicious Cut this straight cuts...adelectable 12 equal parts usingonly 12 equalparts portion awaits you. awaits portion Food andGastronomy finger-licking good finger-licking Bread workshop the region. vegetables, cheeses, meatsandfruitof in the market and finding the best nothing betterthanlosingyourselves directly from thecaserío.There's freshest produce ofourlanddelivered the present day. Here you willfindthe impulse thathasensured itssurvival to of Castilein1512 who provided the it wasJoannatheMad(JuanalaLoca) origins datebacktothetwelfthcentury, Ordizia every Wednesday. Althoughits market intheBasqueCountryis heldin Ordizia market hesitate toask thebaserritarras. aromas... andwhenindoubt,don't products ofourland.Discover flavours, textiles, etc.Awidevariety ofthekey for centuries. Vegetables, fruit,flowers, Tolosa market market hasbeenheldevery Saturday most importantoftheprovince, this bakers who are passionate about their work. work. bakers whoare passionateabouttheir workers and their secrets fromprofessionalworkers andtheir You can learn about the traditions of the ofthe traditions You aboutthe canlearn historical heritage complexinBeasain.A historical heritage the added incentive that you can taste the youcantastethe that addedincentive the perfect activity for the whole family with wholefamily for with the perfect activity traditional way in the mill in the Igartza Igartza millinthe wayinthe traditional Enter the world of traditional Gorbeia oftraditional world Enter the And you can learn to make bread the tomakeAnd youcanlearn bread the watchful eye of the Bizkarrafamily. watchful eyeofthe baking and pastry-making under the baking andpastry-makingunderthe product made with yourownhands! product madewith . Themostimportant . Anotherofthe one ofthebestknownproducts of Goierri, this exquisite cheeseproduced also takepartinatasting. of this award-winning cheese. You can audiovisual presentation of the history the mouse willguideyou through an the townforwhichitis named.Izal Cheese InformationCentre inIdiazabal, into theworldofthis cheesevisit the And ifyou wouldliketodelve deeper any marketorshop intheprovince. designation oforigincanbefoundin Smoked ornot,this cheesewithitsown milk is a delicacy not to be missed. entirely from Latxa or Carranza sheep Idiazabal cheese. Undoubtedly Tolosa BeanWeek(November) with analubiada(beanstew)in experience, ofcourse, culminates before itgoestomarket.The the preparation oftheproduct days: sowing,harvest and plantation ondifferent on MountUrkizutothe take you onaneasytrek in Basquecooking,will emblematic ingredients grows this legume,oneofthe from sowingtothetable.Afarmerwho You canfollowthecycle ofthebeans peppers. Tolosa beans. Gipuzkoa alongwiththeIbarra hot the starproducts oftheprovince of !!! town. and almonds are thestardessert ofthe Eceiza, thesedelicacies madeofbutter fles). Created incentury-old Pastelería mous tejasandcigarrillos (almondwaf And sinceyou are inTolosa, trythefa of thesweetestdays ofyour life. late, caramel... andyou willenjoy one confectioners toproduce coffee,choco working techniquesofthetraditional making. Here theywillteachyou the the history ofconfectioneryandcandle- seum is theidealplacetolearnabout Gorrotxategi Museum. H BSU COUNTRY BASQUE THE This is anotherof This mu AIY TOURISMFAMILY - - - - Zuia. ·607832330www.murguiabordercollie.com Druku's World Orozko ·946339823www.orozkoudala.com/es Ethnographic Museum Elosu ·945455145www.euskalzeramika.com/ Ollerías. Traditional Museum BasquePottery Artea ·946317086euskalbaserria.com/ Eco-museum Caserío Vasco Tolosa ·943650414www.topictolosa.com/ TOPIC PuppetCentre International turismo.euskadi.eus/montesyvalles BASQUE HILLSANDVALLEYS Aizpea MiningInterpretation Centre Basque Hillsand Valleys Zerain ·943801505www.zerain.com/index Gorrotxategi Museum. Tolosa ·943697413www.tolosaldea.eus/es Honey Museum Murgia ·945430167 ·www.cuadrillazuia.comMurgia Hontzaextrem Otxandio ·633468947www.hontzaextrem.com/es BASQUE HILLSANDVALLEYS OLLERIAS TOPIC

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Practical INFO 943 327090·www.nekatur.net NEKATUR/AGROTURISMOS www.gipuzkoaturismo.net GIPUZKOA TOURISTOFFICE www.mybilbaobizkaia.eus BIZKAIA TOURISTOFFICE www.alavaturismo.com ÁLAVA TOURISTOFFICE www.basquecountrytourism.eus BASQUE COUNTRY TOURISTOFFICE Tourist Offices 946 774348 · www.gorliz.eu GORLIZ 946 799715·www.gordexola.eus GORDEXOLA 944 910800·www.getxo.eus GETXO 946 255892·www.gernika-lumo.net GERNIKA-LUMO 946 179154606358831·www.bermeokoudala.net GAZTELUGATXE 946 802976·www.visitenkarterri.com ENCARTACIONES ENKARTUR 946 033938·www.turismodurango.net DURANGO 944 795760·www.bilbaoturismo.net BILBAO, GUGGENHEIM 944 031444·www.bilbaoturismo.net BILBAO AIRPORT 944 795760·www.bilbaoturismo.net BILBAO TOURISTOFFICE 946 179154·www.bermeo.eus BERMEO 944 995821·www.barakaldo.org BARAKALDO (BEC) 946 801356·www.visitenkarterri.com BALMASEDA 946 193395·www.bakio.org BAKIO 946 706567·www.visitenkarterri.com ARENA (MUSKIZ) Bizkaia 945 161598·www.vitoria-gasteiz.org VITORIA-GASTEIZ 945 353040·www.valdegovia.com VILLANUEVA DEVALDEGOVIA 945 405424·www.montanaalavesa.com CUADRILLA DECAMPEZO-MONTAÑA ALAVESA SANTA DECAMPEZO CRUZ 945 302931·www.cuadrillasalvatierra.org SALVATIERRA-AGURAIN 945 351386·www.cuadrilladeanana.es SALINAS DEAÑANA 945 399414·www.aiaraldea.org QUEJANA 945 430440·www.cuadrillazuia.com CUADRILLA DEZUIA MURGUIA 944 034930·www.aiaraldea.org VALLEDE AYALA YALTONERVIÓN LLODIO 945 600845·www.laguardia-alava.com LAGUARDIA 945 331015·www.labastida-bastida.org LABASTIDA 945 606632·www.elciego.es ELCIEGO 945 393704·www..org AMURRIO Álava

MUNDAKA 946 257204·www.mendata.es MENDATA 946 844017·www.lekeitio.org LEKEITIO 946 806928·www.karrantza.org 943 835565 · www.turismo.orio.eus ORIO 943 882290·www.delikatuz.com IRÚN 943 188203·www.idiazabalturismo.com IDIAZABAL 943 643677·www.hondarribiaturismo.com 943 151878·www.urolaturismo.eus SOPELA 944 839494·www.turismo.santurtzi.net PLENTZIA 946 122694·www.orozkoudala.com ORDUÑA 946 831951·www.ondarroa.eu ONDARROA 946 257609·www.urremendi.org MUXIKA 946 802976·www.visitenkarterri.com MUSKIZ 946 177201·www.mundakaturismo.com ORDIZIA 943 783453·www.oñati.eus OÑATI 943 494521·www.oarsoaldea-turismo.net -OARSOALDEA 943 603378·www.mutriku.eus/turismoa MUTRIKU 943 582069·www.lizarrusti.com (PARKETXEA)LIZARRUSTI 665 739550·www.leintzgatzaga.eus 943 730428·www.lenbur.com LEGAZPI COMARCAUROLAGARAIA(LENBUR) 943 020732·www.irun.org HONDARRIBIA 943 645458·www.bidasoaturismo.com GETARIA 943 715453·www.eskoriatza.eus . MUSEOIBARRAUNDI 943 192452·www.deba.eus DEBA 943 779128·www.bergaraturismo.eus AZPEITIA (LOIOLA) 943 851100·www.urolaturismo.eus (LOIOLA) 943 180335·www.ataunturismoa.net 943 796463·www.turismodebagoiena.com ARANTZAZU Gipuzkoa 946 404974·www.zierbena.net ZIERBENA www.turismourdaibai.com 944 650822·628007725 URDAIBAI-BUSTURIALDEA 946 109604·www.turtzioz.org TRUCIOS-TURTZIOZ 946 104028·www.sopuerta.biz SOPUERTA 944 065519·www.sopelaudala.org SANTURTZI 944 729314·www.portugalete.com PORTUGALETE 946 774199·www.plentzia.org OROZKO 945 384·www.urduna.com HONDARRIBIA BIDASOAACTIVA.DEPT. OF TOURISM 943 140957·www.getaria.eus KARRANTZA

BTT andGreenways Trekking Surf Geoparks Birding Nature reserves ORMAIZTEGI www.viasverdes.com GEENWAYS www.btteuskadi.net BTT EUSKADI www.oriodonejakue.net www.basquecountrytourism.eus CAMINO DESANTIAGO www.senderismoeuskadi.net TREKKING INTHEBASQUECOUNTRY 946 195861·www.surfingeuskadi.eus SURFING EUSKADI www.geoparkea.com GEOPARKEA www.birdingeuskadi.com BIRDING EUSKADI 945 353146·www.alavaturismo.com VALDEREJO NATURE RESERVE 945 410502·www.alavaturismo.com IZKI NATURE RESERVE www.gipuzkoamendizmendi.net 943 494521·495069 AIAKO HARRIANATURE RESERVE www.gipuzkoamendizmendi.net 943 835389·www.aiapagoeta.com PAGOETA NATURE RESERVE 688 884330·www.visitenkarterri.com PARQUE NATURAL DEARMAÑÓN 946 814155·www.urkiola.net URKIOLA NATURE RESERVE www.gipuzkoamendizmendi.net 943 180335·582069 ARALAR NATURE RESERVE www.gipuzkoamendizmendi.net ·www.zegamaturismoa.net 943 782894·802187 AIZKORRI-ARATZ NATURE RESERVE www.areatza.net ·www.gorbeiacentralpark.com 945 430709·946739279www.alavaturismo.com GORBEIA NATURE RESERVE 946 870402(Ihobe)·www.torremadariaga.net 944 650822·www.busturialdeaurdaibai.com URDAIBAI BIOSPHERERESERVE 943 722042·www.lenbur.com ZUMARRAGA (LENBUR) 943 143396·www.zumaia.eus/turismo ZUMAIA 943 868811·www..eus ZESTOA 943 801505·www.zerain.eus ZERAIN 943 802187·www.zegamaturismoa.net 943 830990·www.turismozarautz.eus ZARAUTZ 943 697413·www.tolosaldea.eus TOLOSA TOLOSALDEATOUR 943 801749·www.segura.eus (CASA ARDIXARRA) SEGURA 943 481166·www.sansebastianturismo.com SAN SEBASTIANTOURISTOFFICE 943 341556·www.oarsoaldea-turismo.net PASAIA-OARSOALDEA 943 889900·www.zumalakarregimuseoa.eus

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Transport Active tourism www.euskotren.eus Paseo deEasos/n·902543210943013500 (Euskotren) Amara Station www.renfe.es/cercanias Paseo deFrancia22·902320 San SebastianStation TRAINS www.lurraldebus.eus 943 000117 Lurralde Bus(Inter-city buses) 943 000200·www.dbus.es Dbus (Urbanbuses) www.estaciondonostia.com Federico GarcíaLorca1·943475150 San SebastianBusStation BUSES 943 668500·www.aena.es 22·20280Hondarribia Gabarri AIRPORT Gipuzkoa 944 019900·902543210www.euskotren.eus TRAM 944 254025·www.metrobilbao.eus METRO BILBAO 902 222265·www.Biscay.net Bizkaibus (Provincialandairportbuses) www.bilbao.net/bilbobus 944 484070·790981 Bilbobus (Citybuses) Gurtubai 1·944395077www.termibus.es Termibus (BusStation) BUSES Calle deBailén2·944250615www.feve.es FEVEBilbao Concordia Station; www.euskotren.eus Calle Atxuri 8·902543210/944019900 (EUSKOTREN) Atxuri Station Plaza Circular, 2·902320 ·www.renfe.es Estación de Abando IndalecioPrieto(Renfe) TRAINS Bilbao-Porstmouth·944234477www.brittanyferries.esFerry ANDFERRIES CRUISES www.aena.es Bilbao-Loiu ·902404704944869662(AENA) AIRPORT Bizkaia www.euskotren.eus 945 135554·902543210 TRAM 945 161054·www.vitoria-gasteiz.org/transporte de Vitoria-GasteizTUVISA Urbanos Autobuses Euskaltzaindia Plaza·945161666 central Vitoria-Gasteiz Estación BUSES 902 320·www.renfe.es Plazuela delaEstacións/n, Vitoria-Gasteiz TRAINS RENFE www.aena.es 945 163500·591 AIRPORT Álava 944 389868·637770033www.aktiba.info AKTIBA AIY TOURISMFAMILY

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57 My diary Write or draw the funniest thing that happened to you during this adventure: For example, what you liked best, anecdotes, or what surprised you. Small Bread: Ogi Travel Water: Ur Dictionary Coffee: Kafe Wine: Ardo The bill: Kontu Beach: Hondartza River: Ibai Sun: Eguzki Yes: Bai fine rain: Zirimiri No: Ez Museum: Museo Hi there: Kaixo! Street: Kale How are you?: Zer moduz? Plaza Enparantza How are you doing?: Zelan? School Ikastola All right: Ongi, ondo No smoking: Ez erre Not so good: Gaizki, txarto Hamlet: Baserri Good and you?: Ondo, zu? Party: Jai Goodbye: Agur Beret: Txapel Until next time!: Ikusi arte! Congratulations!: Zorionak! See you later!: Gero arte! Mother: Ama Thank you: eskerrik asko Father: Aita You are welcome: Ez horregatik Grandfather: Aitona, aitite I do not understand: Ez dut Grandma: Amona, amama ulertzen Spring: Udaberri Good Morning: Egun on Summer: Uda Good afternoon: Arratsalde on Autumn: Udazken Good evening: Gabon Winter: Negu Welcome: Ongi etorri Please: Mesedez I'm sorry: Barkatu NUMBERS What time is it?: Zer ordu da? 1. Bat 6. Sei Hotel: Hotel 2. Bi 7. Zazpi Restaurant: Jatetxe 3. Hiru 8. Zortzi Food: Janari 4. Lau 9. Bederatzi Breakfast: Gosari 5. Bost 10. Hamar Lunch: Bazkari Snack: Askari Dinner: Afari

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