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The Vizcaya Bridge
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San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
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Hondarribia
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Pasai Donibane
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Oñati
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EA
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Leiketio
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Holy Week
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Local Markets
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Traditional Basque Sports
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Basque Cider Tradition
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Gernika
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Vintage Bilbao
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San Fermines
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Mutriku, Day of the Mackrel
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Urdaibai
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Laguardia
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Vitoria Fiestas de la Virgen
- Accommodations
- Where to Eat in Vitoria
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Leketio, Day of the Geese
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Rioja Harvest Festival
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Urkiola Hike
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Anboto Hike
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Hike to the highest peak
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Basque Railroad History
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Basque Txakoli Wine
Basque Coast
Hondarribia, on the border between France and Spain
Often considered one of the prettiest villages in Spain this picturesque fishing village of Gipuzkoa is a favorite for many locals during the summer. More than just a pretty town this is also a site where many battles were fought during the Napoleonic wars, the village boasts a historic quarter packed with history and small labyrinth of streets to explore, a nearby fort that was a strategic defensive point overlooking the city and in contrast with a traditional fishing quarter with the typical red, white and green houses.The town’s strategic location at the mouth of the river Bidesoa next to the sea, the Spanish/French border and San Sebastian make it the perfect destination for a relaxing day by the sea.
Getting to Hondarribia is easy by car or public transport from San Sebastian. There are regular boat rides available to Hendeye. In Hondarribia there are a wide selection of excellent pintxos bars to explore. Over the summer Hondarribia hosts a popular international Jazz festival. Rooms get booked up very quickly during this time so be sure to check in advance.
Head to Pasai Donibane next.