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The image shows the Getxo flysch viewed from an elevated cliff-top position, with clearly visible horizontal rock layers descending towards the sea. In the foreground there is low vegetation and natural ground, while the Cantabrian Sea extends in the background, with waves breaking against the rocky platforms and the base of the cliff. The setting is open and offers wide visibility of the coastal landscape, although the presence of slopes, uneven terrain and proximity to the cliff edge may limit accessibility for people with reduced mobility.

Flysch

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Description

The Getxo Flysch route starts opposite the Aixerrota windmill, and a few metres from the route start, there are wheelchair accessible WCs in a car park opposite the Aixerrota windmill. The route, which is wide, regular and accessible due to reduced pavement kerbs, starts with views of Abra (Gran Bilbao Port). It has information panels none of which are adapted.

The route begins changing from a comfortable flat style to one with a prolonged gentle upward slope. Rest areas before and after Galea Fortress, a point of cultural historical interest on the route. Leaving behind the Galea Fortress, we immediately reach a rest area overlooking the sea, and then start descending with a slight yet comfortable slope, to reach another large rest area overlooking the sea, with non-adapted information panels, fountain and benches. At this point we will have walked 2km from the starting point by the Aixerrota windmill.

We can still see the sea on our left, the ground we’re walking on changes as we advance. A little further along, we come to a short steep incline. Throughout the route we continue coming across interesting information panels yet none of them adapted. Alternate stone benches make the sea more entertaining while offering visitors a rest.

The Getxo Flysch offers us views of the Bizkaian coast, with upward and downward slopes, the ground is correct with an extension of nearly 5km. Leaving behind the downward slope (non-adapted access), which would take us to Aizkorri beach.

With the end of the route in sight, at approx. 25m from Aizkorri beach car park, i.e., the end of the Getxo flysch route. It has no public wheelchair accessible WCs. At 200m from the car park, and at the end of the route we have a bus-stop (not adapted).

Highlight

  • Aixerrota Windmill.
  • Galea Fortress.
  • Flora & Fauna wealth (Sea birds and coastal heathers).
  • Flysch.

How to get here

  • By car: Road BI-637 ‘La Avanzada’. Continue along N-637 & BI-637 to Errotatxu Ind. Industrial Polygon. Take the exit to Getxo/Berango from BI-637. Continue along Errotatxu Ind. Industrial Polygon. Take Ormaza Estrata, Gabriel Ramos Uranga Kalea, Peña de Santa Marina Kalea & Faro Errepidea towards Galea Errepidea.
  • By underground: Bidezabal underground station. La Galea promenade is 2km on foot.
  • By bus (Bizkaibus) routes:
    • A3411 Bilbao - Getxo.
    • A3414 Bilbao - Getxo (Artxandako tuneletatik/through Artxanda tunnels).

Route

From the Aixerrota car park to the Azkorri beach car park

Suitable for people with reduced mobility (PRM)

Features and services

  • Section length
    4,67 km
    Pavement
    Concrete
    Obstacles
    • In the shady sections there is the possibility of finding puddles in case of rain. In winter risk of freezing.
  • Is there reception equipment on the section?
    No

    Outdoor space: Parking areas and access to equipment

    Are the access slopes suitable for people with reduced mobility?
    No
    Are there railings and/or handrails?
    No

    Indoor space: General features

    Are the access slopes suitable for people with reduced mobility?
    No

    Personal care area

    Are there personnel trained in accessibility in the facilities?
    No

    Rest zone

    Is there a rest area at the reception?
    No

    Store

    Is there one or more stores at the reception?
    No

    Children’s area

    Is there a children’s area at the reception?
    No

    Exhibition Hall

    Is there an exhibition hall at the reception?
    No
  • Are there trails on the section?
    Yes

    Access

    Is there lighting at night?
    Yes
    Is there an adequate slope to allow circulation without assistance, with personal assistance or with technical assistance?
    Yes, with assistance from third parties
    Parking spaces reserved for vehicles used to transport disabled people according to current regulations. At least 5% of the total spaces
    Yes
    Parking signage, if any, with the International Accessibility Symbol on the floor and/or on walls
    Yes
    Interpretative panel features Braille, audio support, graphics, pictograms, etc.
    No
    Informative poster at the start of the trail indicating the length, route, difficulty, duration and slopes by sections
    No
    Path start sign positioned no higher than 195cm
    No

    Itinerary

    Vertical start signage
    No
    For floors with planks, the spacing between the planks is no more than 1 cm, with occasional narrowings of a maximum of 90 cm
    Yes
    Guiding partition and/or tactile foot signs to draw attention to an important feature
    No
    Islands with a minimum width of 150 cm to facilitate two wheelchairs passing each other
    Yes
    Unevenness through pedestrian routes
    No
    Tree branches do not obstruct the route at below 2.20 m
    Yes
    Ramps, bridges and walkways with more than 50cm of unevenness, 90cm handrails and with handrails at two heights: 65-75 cm and 95-105 cm
    No
    Route length dimensions and time
    5km one way Duration: 1h and 30 minutes

    Cycle touring lane

    Does the section have a cycle touring lane?
    Yes
    Is there lighting at night?
    Yes
    Concrete paving, compacted and board
    Yes Concrete
    Width of 150cm on one-way tracks and 220cm on two-way tracks
    No
    200cm clear height
    Yes
    Adequate signalling of maximum speed and dangerous crossings
    No

    Lookout and observatory

    Is there a lookout or observatory on the section?
    Yes
    Accessible connection from the parking, if there is one, to the premises, adapted to current regulations. Unobstructed area with a minimum width of 90 cm, an unobstructed height of 220 cm and a compact floor which allows for wheelchair access
    No
    Parking spaces reserved for vehicles used to transport disabled people according to current regulations. At least 5% of the total spaces
    Yes
    Parking signage, if any, with the International Accessibility Symbol on the floor and/or on walls
    Yes
    Are ICTs available so that the location and services are publicized in different languages?
    No
    Are there any resources so that people with cognitive disabilities can understand them?
    No
    Are there any resources so that people with hearing impairment can understand them?
    No
    Route length dimensions and time
    5km one way Duration: 1h and 30 minutes

  • Nature classroom

    Is there a nature classroom on this section?
    No
  • Is there a recreational area on this section?
    Yes

    Access

    Is there adequate lighting?
    Yes
    Accessible connection from the parking, if there is one, to the premises, adapted to current regulations. Unobstructed area with a minimum width of 90 cm, an unobstructed height of 220 cm and a compact floor which allows for wheelchair access
    No
    Parking spaces reserved for vehicles used to transport disabled people according to current regulations. At least 5% of the total spaces
    Yes
    Is there an adequate slope to allow circulation without assistance, with personal assistance or with technical assistance?
    No
    Parking signage, if any, with the International Accessibility Symbol on the floor and/or on walls
    Yes

    Outdoor space

    Are 10% of the tables and benches accessible?
    Yes
    At least one accessible access, if any
    No
  • Is there a beach on this section?
    Yes

    Beach parking

    Signage consisting of a general information monolith at the accessible beach area entrance
    No
    Parking spaces reserved for disabled people
    Yes
    Access ramps connecting to the walkways
    No

    Beach information

    Walkways which virtually reach the shore
    No
    WC, changing rooms, showers and footbaths adapted
    No
    Parasols with an area for disabled people
    No
    Amphibious chairs and crutches
    No
    The possibility to practice adapted sports
    No
    There is a NOVAF machine (a type of adapted vehicle)
    No
    Bathing assistance staff
    No
    Visual and audio devices for people with sensory disabilities
    No
    Are there buoys and nets?
    Yes
    Are there identification bracelets?
    No