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inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2006

United NationsEducational, Scientific and

Cultural Organization Vizcaya Bridge

is located on the right bank of the mouth of the estuary of Bilbao, 13 km. from the capital, and consists of five core areas: Andra Mari, Algorta, Las Arenas, Neguri and Romo.

It is easy to reach to Getxo, as it has excellent communications and enjoys a privileged setting. A few minutes away from Bilbao’s International airport, direct access to the motorway network for travelling by car (A-8), its direct link to the heart of Bilbao by metro (six stations) and the fact that it is home to the seaboard gateway to Euskadi (the Basque Country) for cruise liners and El Abra marina, all mean that Getxo is the ideal place for your next holiday break.

Cover photographs: La Galea cliffs, Bizkaia Bridge, Old port, A stroll past the great mansions

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La Galea

Getxo’s main natural attractions include its beaches, some in urban areas and others in more unspoilt settings, its impressive cliffs and its various coastal walks.

Getxo Aquarium, located in the El Abra-Getxo Marina, offers visitors a unique opportunity to discover the secrets of the sea, with coral reefs, tropical fish and a whole world of surprising beauty and diversity.

The rock strata exposed at the Gorrondatxe-Aizkorri beach are world-renowned as a site for research into the Lutetian geological era, and have been awarded “golden spike” status as a site of unique stratigraphic interest.

La Galea

Ereaga beach

Sailboat autings Bolue wetlands

Bike hire

Aizkorri/Gorrondatxe beach

Getxo Aquarium Paragliding, trekking,...

La Salvaje/Barinatxe beach

Getxo has a rich historical heritage. The Bizkaia Bridge (declared a human heritage site by UNESCO in 2006) was built at around the same time as the Eiffel Tower, and in a similar style. It is the world’s oldest transporter bridge.

The old port is a charming area where gangs gather for a drink and a snack.

A stroll past the great mansions along the waterfront, lined with numerous mansions and palazzos in a variety of architectural styles, will take you back to the golden age of Getxo.

The same walk will take you to the old lifeboat station. The La Galea fort and the Aixerrota windmill stand high on the cliffs, which offer spectacular views over the municipality.

Las Arenas Quay

Bizkaia Bridge

inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2006

United NationsEducational, Scientific and

Cultural Organization Vizcaya Bridge

Punta Begoña galleriesOld Fishing Port

A stroll past the great mansionsCruises

A stroll past the great mansions. Arriluze

Bizkaia Bridge

inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2006

United NationsEducational, Scientific and

Cultural Organization Vizcaya Bridge

Gastronomy

AccommodationRestaurant

Getxo offers the highest standards of qual i ty tourism: comfortable a c c o m m o d a t i o n conveniently located close to the main tour is t attractions and a wide range of restaurants serving fine Basque cuisine and bars specialising in the local finger-food, known as “pintxos”.

It also boasts various shopping areas where visitors can find designer fashions, typical local products and souvenirs to take away with them.

Bar terrace

Souvenirs Confectioner’s

Delicatessen

From farm to market

Shopping

International Blues Festival, 2015 (Maceo Parker)

International Jazz Festival, 2015 (Leo Jovano)

Getxo offers a broad range of cultural events, including internationally renowned jazz, blues and folk festivals.

The GetxoPhoto exhibition features original uses of formats, media and space that give a new dimension to photography.

The cultural events calendar also includes GetxoArte, the Comic-book & Manga Fair and various dance and theatre festivals.

CULTURAL EVENTS

(July 1st - 5th, 2016)

Comic Fair, 2015Craft Fair, 2015 (November 18th - 20th, 2016)(November 25th - 27th, 2016 )

(July 14th - 16th, 2016)

(September 1st - October 2nd, 2016)

Folklore

GetxoPhoto – International Photography Festival, 2015 ( Juan Gómez – GETXOPHOTO)

St. Lawerence’s Day Market (10th August 2016)

Old Fishing Port (12th August 2016)

A stroll past the great mansions

“Bandera Getxo” Rowing Regatta

Getxo offers an ideal setting for sports and adventure lovers.

Its historical links with the sea make it a top location for watersports, with numerous competitions and sailing races throughout the year.

Surfers can also enjoy great waves of the bay of Biscay against the magnificent backdrop of the cliffs.Getxo is also a great place for cycling and skateboarding, with its many cycle paths and skate parks. Lovers of the open air can also enjoy diving and horse riding in the area.

Getxo has been awarded in 2014 as The Best European City of Sport.

(July 2016 )

Wellness Scuba diving

FOR SPORTS

(17th December 2016)

Sport events

Gallo sailing race ( R.C.M.A. - R.S.C.)

Paddle surf

(2016/2017 - Ask for)Surf - Punta Galea Challenge