Gaztelugatze is one of the most beautiful parts of Spain.
This magical place of the Biscay coast, is located in a fascinating
enclave formed by cliffs and steep slopes, where the only view of a
chapel appears at the top of an island in the Bay of Biscay infinity.
Getting to Gaztelugatze;
Gaztelugatze, it is located 40 km from Bilbao. To reach this amazing place to love anyone who visits there is a bus (Bizkaibus) that runs from Bilbao to Bakio, after a walk you will arrive to Gaztelugatze. Another option is to rent a vehicle.
Where to stay in Gaztelugatze;
Atxurra Hotel is a rural and cozy accommodation, is located near the coastal town of Bermeo, in a fully rural environment. It is located on the slopes of Monte Sollube a few kilometers from the town of Bermeo and nestled in the heart of the Natural Reserve of Urdaibai, declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. http://www.hotelatxurra.com/
Attractions Gaztelugatze;
It is one of the most famous and photographed Basque corners. Traveling on the road between Bermeo and Bakio, appear before your sight two rocky islets; Gaztelugatze and Aketze.
After a winding and dizzying ride, joined to the mainland by a rustic bridge of sharp cliffs and vertiginous drops, accederéis to the hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, after climbing more than 237 steps. Magical natural surroundings always surrounded by a cloud of seabirds.
The need to climb the stairs effort is amply rewarded by the breathtaking view offered top.
They say it was monastery fortress attacked by pirates and, finally, hermitage. The truth is that this hermitage of the Basque town of Bermeo, has its origin in the tenth century, a strategic location for the domain of the coast.
Legend has it that San Juan Bautista arrived after disembarking in Bermeo and took three steps that were carved into the rocks of the way. There is a tradition to go up and touch the bell three times to make a wish and ward off evil spirits. In addition, Bermeo fishing boats when they go to fish usually perform several turns to port and starboard to the holy will of luck.
Gaztelugatze, it is located 40 km from Bilbao. To reach this amazing place to love anyone who visits there is a bus (Bizkaibus) that runs from Bilbao to Bakio, after a walk you will arrive to Gaztelugatze. Another option is to rent a vehicle.
Where to stay in Gaztelugatze;
Atxurra Hotel is a rural and cozy accommodation, is located near the coastal town of Bermeo, in a fully rural environment. It is located on the slopes of Monte Sollube a few kilometers from the town of Bermeo and nestled in the heart of the Natural Reserve of Urdaibai, declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. http://www.hotelatxurra.com/
Attractions Gaztelugatze;
It is one of the most famous and photographed Basque corners. Traveling on the road between Bermeo and Bakio, appear before your sight two rocky islets; Gaztelugatze and Aketze.
After a winding and dizzying ride, joined to the mainland by a rustic bridge of sharp cliffs and vertiginous drops, accederéis to the hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, after climbing more than 237 steps. Magical natural surroundings always surrounded by a cloud of seabirds.
The need to climb the stairs effort is amply rewarded by the breathtaking view offered top.
They say it was monastery fortress attacked by pirates and, finally, hermitage. The truth is that this hermitage of the Basque town of Bermeo, has its origin in the tenth century, a strategic location for the domain of the coast.
Legend has it that San Juan Bautista arrived after disembarking in Bermeo and took three steps that were carved into the rocks of the way. There is a tradition to go up and touch the bell three times to make a wish and ward off evil spirits. In addition, Bermeo fishing boats when they go to fish usually perform several turns to port and starboard to the holy will of luck.
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