Superfìcie:
7.234 Km2
Población: 2.155.546 habitantes
Idiomas oficiales: Español y Euskera
Spain has a multitude of unequaled tourist destinations and the Basque Country is one of them. Basque Country is famous for its cuisine, its vibrant green rural zones, its people, its culture and its patron saint festivals.
Bilbao is situated northeast of Biscay and is one of the best known tourist destinations in Euskadi. The main entertainment center of the city is the old town, known as the seven streets, where you can find restaurants, bars, and businesses along narrow streets that transport you to another era. If you pass through this city, the must see is the Guggenheim Museum, and if you want to stay, there is a multitude of hotels in Bilbao.
For lovers of the sea, San Sebastian, situated along the shore of the Cantabrian Sea, is an ideal Basque city. Its beautiful bay, in the shape of a shell, ends with the sculpture of artist Eduardo Chillida, the Wind Comb, one of the paths you just can't miss. As in the majority of Basque cities, the old town is the most enchanting part of city where you can enjoy the cuisine and festive ambiance. The most popular event held in the city might be the International Film Festival, where they hand out the prized Conchas de Oro. In the capital of the Basque Autonomous Community, Vitoria, you will find buildings like the Ajuria Enea Palace, residence of the Lehendakari, or the Basque Parliament.
Finally, we'll tell you about one of the most enchanting areas of the Basque Country, the coast of Biscay or Gipuzkoa. This coast is appreciated by surfers, especially on the beaches of Bakio, Sopelana and the fine sand beach of Sukarrieta.
Tourism of the Basque Country
Official tourism website of the Basque Country where you will find the most complete information to organize your Basque country travel. Discover a wide selection of apartments, hostels and hotels Bilbao, hotels San Sebastian, hotels Vitoria, restaurants, events, and all you need to enjoy your visit to the basque country.
Visit www.turismoa.euskadi.net
