Faro de Santa Katalina

The Santa Katalina Lighthouse is the only lighthouse in the whole of the Basque Country that can be visited. It also has an information centre where visitors can learn the techniques and basic principles of navigation. It is located next to the watchtower in a natural setting, and offers visitors the opportunity to take a virtual trip from Lekeitio to neighbouring Elantxobe. Because the lantern still serves its purpose of providing illumination, this part of the lighthouse is not open to visitors at this time.

Location

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General and/or specific data

  • The only lighthouse in Euskadi that can be visited
  • Located in the town of Lekeitio, where the sea, nature, and tradition come together
  • Inaugurated in 1862
  • Measuring 13 metres in height, and situated 46 metres above sea level

Information about accessibility

https://www.visitbiscay.eus/en/accessible/lighthouse-of-santa-catalina

A Good Idea

The lighthouse is located in the Lea Artibai region, which offers a host of activities both in its coastal and inland municipalities. You can stroll along and taste delicious fish in the fishing port of Ondarroa, visit the collegiate church of Zenarruza, the town of Markina-Xemein, the gateway to Bizkaia on The Way of St. James, a fronton that is known as the “University of Basque pelota”, or take the GR-38 wine and fish route, among many other activities.

https://www.leaartibaiturismo.com/en

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?

https://www.visitbiscay.eus/en/-/a-tour-of-the-lighthouses-of-bilbao-bizkaia

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