Aste Nagusia in Bilbao: the Essentials of a Great Week
The Aste Nagusia or the Great Week of Bilbao is held between 17 and 25 August. It is a week in which the festival takes over the streets of the capital of Bizkaia and offers the opportunity to enjoy it in a different and very special way.
Basque dances, culture and tradition to the rhythm of music in Bilbao Bizkaia
In Bilbao Bizkaia, Basque tradition unfolds in a vibrant tapestry of culture, where Basque dances stand as a backbone of our identity.
Explore the Wonders of Bilbao Bizkaia
Bilbao Bizkaia, a treasure trove of history and culture, has risen as a premier tourist destination in recent years. It promises an array of activities and memorable experiences that seamlessly blend modernity with tradition, ensuring satisfaction for every visitor.
Discover the artisan tradition of Bilbao Bizkaia
The artisan tradition in Bilbao Bizkaia has its roots in its ancestral history. Since ancient times, the inhabitants have used their manual skills to create functional and decorative objects.
5 first-hand rural experiences
There is no better way to get to know a place than by becoming involved in its way of life. This is especially true for the rural experiences of Bilbao Bizkaia. From preparing typical dishes with local ingredients to visiting an authentic Baserri (farmhouse); nature and the environment are the raw materials of this unique experience.
Gernika, living history of Basque people
The Assembly House and the Tree of Gernika are the best representatives of our essence. Authentic symbols of of Basque freedom and identity that not even the tragic bombing of 1937 managed to overthrow.
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Be Basque, festivals with a Basque identity
In Bilbao Bizkaia, you can breathe the Basque identity and culture in every corner. Among its many tourist attractions are its famous festivals, where locals and visitors come together to celebrate different festivals unique in the world.
Celebrating tradition
Countless festivals are held in Bizkaia throughout the year, wrapped in a most enjoyable festive atmosphere
Best local produce, at the farmers’ market
All the towns and villages in Bizkaia hold markets where you can find the freshest in-season foods, right from local farmhouses.
All things Basque
Basque people are unique: They speak a language of their own and stick to deeply-rooted traditions
Basque people have strong ties to the land and the sea – the two elements that have forged their unique identity, based on strongly held customs and traditions, an out-of-this-world cuisine, a series of traditional rural sports and the rhythm of folk dance and music. Above all, Basque people have their own language, Basque or Euskera, whose sounds are embellished through the art of bertsolaritza (oral poetry recitals).
Basque people love tradition, but they are also open to what is new, adding innovation to heritage while clinging to their self-defined identity. Basque people are different. They are unique.
