The Basque coast is an idyllic spot for all visitors: fishing villages full of history, fabulous dishes made with the local seafood, and natural spaces of extraordinary singularity. From the simplicity of a beach such as that of Zumaia, to the beauty of a town like Mutriku, all are certain to charm you the moment you set eyes on them. From Biarritz and Saint Jean de Luz, through Pasajes, San Sebastian, Getaria, Bermeo and on to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, several routes will give you a closer look at the Basque coast.
As well as strolling through towns with a fishing past and enjoying the landscape and cliffs of the Cantabrian Sea, the Basque Country offers visitors all sorts of experiences to discover the history and maritime wealth of our land. Sports lovers too will find all sorts of activities all along the Basque coast: Surfing, sailing, sustainable fishing, Stand-up paddle boarding, rowing, etc. An offer rounded off with themed visits to natural treasures including the Urdaibai Nature Reserve or the Flysch in Zumaia, boats, museums and interpretation centres revealing the history of our people and teaching visitors about responsible tourism, as well as the different routes all along the coast to discover the history of sea travel through its people, its gastronomy and its marine biodiversity.
The Basque coast is a must for all travellers coming to the Basque Country and wanting to learn the true history of a people with ties to the sea.