Of all the people who visit the Basque Country, a large number are concentrated on the coast of Vizcaya. Not only because there are some of the most tourist cities in northern Spain; but also because it has some truly exceptional natural landscapes, giving rise to the practice of many activities in nature in Vizcaya.

 

The most famous of these cases may be the Urdaibai Reserve. Its natural values ​​make it an exceptional place for hiking, birding, horse riding, cycling, diving and surfing. The latter is practiced mainly on the beaches of Mundaka, a place that has gained international prestige among surfers thanks to a famous "left wave".

 

On the other hand, canoeing and rowing can be practiced in the Bilbao estuary; while in the Abra there is a great tradition in sailing. In the town of Getxo, for example, amateurs tend to concentrate on this type of activities in nature in Vizcaya.

 

We are now moving away from the coast; since, gaining ground towards the interior, other natural spaces of incalculable value appear. We have for example, the Natural Parks of Urkiola, Gorbea and Armañón; where the possibilities of ecotourism and adventure activities are unlimited.

Hiking is the sport that is practiced the most; and it is that Vizcaya has a good number of paths and routes very well conditioned and signposted. The vast majority, in addition, are perfectly adapted so that you can also do them on horseback or by bicycle. This is the case of the Greenways of the Montes del Hierro, a route that combines adventure with the history of the place.

 

Some of the most attractive hiking options are found, for example, in the Carranza Valley. This is the largest municipality in Vizcaya, with more than 137 kilometers. Walking through the routes that cross it, we will reach hidden and surprising places.

 

Finally, to the south, the mountain areas are well known by the most adventurous; They look for in their walls and peaks the best points for the practice of climbing or paragliding. A large number of caves are also found beneath the surface of Vizcaya; so it is also a good territory to enjoy caving.

 

By air, by sea, by land or under it; Vizcaya is a box of surprises.