Matxitxako Lighthouse

Belonging to the municipality of Bermeo, it is an excellent viewpoint over the coast. Cape Matxitxako has two lighthouses. The old one is now an observatory for seabirds and cetaceans, and the new one, built in 1909, is still active carrying out the work of lighting.

Location

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General and/or specific data

  • It is the most prominent cape on the Cantabrian coast.
  • Cape Matxitxako has two lighthouses, the old one is not used any more. Nowadays, only the new one operates.

Information about accessibility

Accesibility of the Matxitxako Lighthouse

A Good Idea

To the west of the lighthouse is San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, to the east the island of Izaro and Ogoño. You can enjoy these corners in a different way, from the sea, through the boat routes.

Bermeo tourism: Gaztelugatxe and Matxitxako

Did you know?

There are more lighthouses surrounding the coast in Bizkaia, leading the way to fishing villages and towns with their charming spots and respective traditions and maritime festivities?

A tour of the lighthouses of Bilbao Bizkaia

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