6 things-to-do in Bizkaia during Easter week
Are you planning a trip to Bizkaia during Easter week? We are going to tell you 6 essential things to do that you cannot miss.
Bizkaia has many tourist attractions for anybody interested in the culture, history and nature of the region.
This article provides further information on the six recommended things to do for making the most of your visit to Bizkaia during Easter week. Don’t miss them!
Visit Bizkaia, you won’t regret it.
Discover the Bilbao Guggenheim Museum
The Bilbao Guggenheim Museum is one of the most important modern and contemporary art galleries in the world and an icon of the city. Designed by the architect Frank Gehry, the building is a work of art in itself.
Inside it, you will find an impressive collection of national and international artworks, which include pieces by Jeff Koons, Richard Serra and Anselm Kiefer, among others. If you’re an art lover, a visit to this museum is a must during your stay in Bizkaia.
The National Park of Gorbeia, ideal for lovers of trekking
This park offers a wide variety of paths to explore, from short and easy routes to long challenging hikes that offer impressive views.
Trekking in Gorbeia is an excellent way to enjoy the natural beauty of the region, with impressive mountain landscapes, crystalline rivers, dense forests and a great variety of fauna and flora.
Two of the most popular routes in the Natural Park are the climb up Mount Gorbeia, the highest peak in the region at 1481 m, and the Gujuli waterfall path.
The Bizkaia Bridge, learn about its history
This bridge is one of the most iconic monuments in Bizkaia. Constructed in 1893 by engineer Alberto de Palacio, this transporter bridge joins the towns of Portugalete and Getxo across the Estuary of Bilbao.
What makes the Bizkaia bridge so special is its innovative design. It is the first suspension bridge in the world that incorporates a gondola for the transport of passengers and vehicles. Crossing the Bizkaia bridge in this gondola is a unique and emotional experience that you mustn’t miss.
The Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, a unique place
This nature reserve is one of the natural treasures of Bizkaia and one of the most important reserves in Europe. Located on the coast, the reserve has a large variety of impressive landscapes, from estuaries and cliffs to woods and beaches.
You can enjoy the reserve through paths that connect with nature, which allow a unique and environmentally friendly approach.
Discover San Juan de Gaztelugatxe and its surroundings
San Juan de Gaztelugatxe is unique, where nature and history are interlinked in a single place. The San Juan de Gaztelugatxe Hermitage is on the top of a small island connected by a small bridge with 241 steps. The view from the top is impressive, with views to the sea and the surrounding cliffs. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this magic place.
The nearby towns also offer a unique experience. Bakio, for example, is known for its beaches and cuisine. It is the perfect place for enjoying the sun, the sand and waves.
Bermeo is a fishing village with a special charm. Its picturesque streets take you back in time history and will show you what life was like in a typical Basque fishing village.
The Bilbao Basque FEST returns during the Easter week.
Don't miss the Festival of Basque culture, the Bilbao Basque FEST which returns to Bilbao from the 5 to the 9 of April, with more than 30 areas accommodating the activities in the ninth edition.
During the five days of the festival, you can enjoy more than 200 activities, mainly free and open to everybody, with music, typical cuisine, herri kirolak (rural sports), culture and cinema.
