{"id":13069,"date":"2025-07-21T13:16:22","date_gmt":"2025-07-21T11:16:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/angiz.es\/?p=13069"},"modified":"2026-09-22T16:59:41","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T14:59:41","slug":"baztan-bidasoa-valley-essential-guide-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/angiz.es\/en\/baztan-bidasoa-valley-essential-guide-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Baztan-Bidasoa Valley: Essential Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"13069\" class=\"elementor elementor-13069\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-d0fccfc elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"d0fccfc\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 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elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"b5fdd7f\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-755c452\" data-id=\"755c452\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fe0ecd5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fe0ecd5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"312\">BAZTAN-BIDASOA VALLEY: NATURE, CHARMING VILLAGES, AND UNFORGETTABLE ROUTES IN THE HEART OF NAVARRA<\/h2><p data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"730\">The <strong data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"341\">BAZTAN-BIDASOA VALLEY<\/strong> is one of the most surprising corners of <strong data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"397\">Navarra<\/strong>. Here, <strong data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"429\">pristine nature<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"458\">charming villages<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"487\">hiking routes<\/strong>, and the legendary <strong data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"519\">Bidasoa River<\/strong> come together in a storybook landscape. Traveling through the <strong data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"588\">Bazt\u00e1n Valley<\/strong> and the surroundings of the <strong data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"617\">Bidasoa<\/strong>, you will discover magical forests, green-covered mountains, traditional farmhouses, and rural cuisine that will win you over.<\/p><p data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"1115\">From the picturesque village of <strong data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"774\">Sunbilla<\/strong> \u2014on the riverbank\u2014 to unique places such as <strong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"834\">Elizondo<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"846\">Amaiur<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"864\">Zugarramurdi<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"876\">Urdax<\/strong>, the valley is full of stories, traditions, and legends. Here you can enjoy outdoor activities, explore <strong data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1021\">ancient forests<\/strong>, visit <strong data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1053\">legendary caves<\/strong>, and relax in one of the many <strong data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1114\">rural accommodations<\/strong>.<\/p><p data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1454\">The <strong data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1144\">Baztan-Bidasoa Valley<\/strong> is ideal for lovers of <strong data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1203\">rural tourism in Navarra<\/strong>, for those looking for weekend getaways, family trips, cycling routes, or simply a break surrounded by nature. Its landscapes change with each season, offering unique views in spring, autumn, and winter alike.<\/p><p data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1701\">In this guide, we show you <strong data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1532\">what to see and do in the Baztan-Bidasoa Valley<\/strong>, must-see routes, local secrets, food recommendations, and all the tips you need to organize your perfect trip to this magical corner of northern Navarra.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-cf9fcaf elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"cf9fcaf\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-99f150b\" data-id=\"99f150b\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-34cdc0d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"34cdc0d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"251\">Where is the Baztan-Bidasoa Valley? Location and Map<\/h2><p data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"588\">The <strong data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"280\">Baztan-Bidasoa Valley<\/strong> is located in the far north of Navarra, one of the greenest, most mysterious, and most spectacular areas of the western Pyrenees. This region includes the legendary <strong data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"470\">Baztan and Bidasoa valleys<\/strong>, a succession of mountains, historic villages, and postcard-worthy landscapes just a few kilometers from the border with France.<\/p><p data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"950\"><strong data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"607\">How to get there?<\/strong><br data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"610\" \/>The valley is perfectly connected from <strong data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"667\">Pamplona<\/strong> (just over an hour by car), <strong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"729\">San Sebasti\u00e1n\/Donostia<\/strong>, and the Basque Coast, as well as from Ir\u00fan and Hendaye. The N-121-B road crosses the Baztan from south to north and connects with the Bidasoa River area, passing through emblematic towns such as <strong data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"949\">Elizondo, Sunbilla, Lesaka, and Bera<\/strong>.<\/p><p data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"1006\">The area covers two historical and cultural zones:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1118\"><li data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1064\"><p data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1064\"><strong data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1019\">Baztan<\/strong> (Elizondo, Arizkun, Amaiur, Erratzu, etc.)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1118\"><p data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1118\"><strong data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1078\">Bidasoa<\/strong> (Sunbilla, Lesaka, Bera, Etxalar, etc.)<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1321\">Both valleys are known for their natural beauty, fairytale forests, villages of white farmhouses and reddish roofs, living traditions, authentic cuisine, and countless routes for every taste.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-8b1b5d2 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"8b1b5d2\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b9130f4\" data-id=\"b9130f4\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3304951 elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"3304951\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div 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class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-02a9a0a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"02a9a0a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a different plan during your stay, we recommend visiting the <a href=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/en\/bertiz-nature-park-navarre\/\">Se\u00f1or\u00edo de B\u00e9rtiz Natural Park in Navarra<\/a>, a unique place to unwind and enjoy the fresh air.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-0fa5bcf elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"0fa5bcf\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-065cdd3\" data-id=\"065cdd3\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d96bfa elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7d96bfa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"264\">\ud83c\udf0a Two valleys united by one river<\/h3><p data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"792\">The <strong data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"293\">Baztan-Bidasoa Valley<\/strong> is, in reality, the sum of <strong data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"360\">two historical and cultural valleys<\/strong> that, although they have their own personality, merge into a single landscape thanks to the river that runs through them: the <strong data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"485\">Baztan-Bidasoa<\/strong>.<br data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"489\" \/>The river rises in the forests of Baztan, crosses meadows, villages, and mountains, and along the way gathers the life and stories of dozens of tributaries and hamlets. When it crosses the imaginary border between the two valleys, it changes its name, but <strong data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"791\">it remains the main artery that gives life to the whole region<\/strong>.<\/p><p data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"1144\">So, after touring some of the most emblematic villages of the <strong data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"876\">Baztan Valley<\/strong>, we invite you to discover the character, beauty, and traditions of <strong data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"998\">four must-see towns in the Bidasoa<\/strong>:<br data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1002\" \/><strong data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1039\">Sunbilla, Lesaka, Bera, and Etxalar.<\/strong><br data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1042\" \/>In them, <strong data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1072\">Basque culture<\/strong> blends with nature, history, and an authentic rural atmosphere.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-451c337 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"451c337\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-8968523\" data-id=\"8968523\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-434ed67 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"434ed67\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1199\">Sunbilla: the riverside paradise of the Bidasoa<\/h2><p data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1633\">Sunbilla is the <strong data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1258\">gateway to the Bidasoa valley<\/strong> from Baztan. On the riverbank and surrounded by green hills, it is famous for its <strong data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1369\">medieval stone bridge<\/strong>, its natural surroundings, and its peaceful atmosphere.<br data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1417\" \/>The Bidasoa River sets the pace of local life: here you can walk along its waters, enjoy hiking routes, fish, go canoeing, or simply relax while observing the local fauna and flora.<\/p><p data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"2060\">Sunbilla is also the starting point of the <strong data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1703\">Bidasoa Greenway<\/strong>, a cycling and walking route that follows old railway tracks and connects with other villages in the valley.<br data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1822\" \/>Throughout the year, traditional festivals and rural fairs are held, showcasing the hospitality of its people. If you&#8217;re looking for a place to stay in the middle of nature, close to everything and far from the noise, <a href=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/\"> <strong data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2040\">Angiz Etxea House<\/strong> <\/a>is your ideal choice.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4120791 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4120791\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-fb583b6\" data-id=\"fb583b6\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-390b3ff elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"390b3ff\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\ud83c\udf3f Planning your next getaway through Navarre? Don&#8217;t miss our <strong data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"381\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/en\/bidasoa-greenway-2\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"379\">complete guide to the Bidasoa Greenway<\/a><\/strong> with routes, tips, and unique places you won&#8217;t forget.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-d032925 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"d032925\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-8c8a2ea\" data-id=\"8c8a2ea\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-963f0b2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"963f0b2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"745\">Must-see places in Sunbilla<\/h3><ul data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"1643\"><li data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"903\"><p data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"903\">\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"773\">Medieval Bridge:<\/strong> Sunbilla&#8217;s landmark. It crosses the Bidasoa River and connects the two neighborhoods, making it one of the most photogenic and oldest bridges in the area.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"1011\"><p data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"1011\">\u26ea <strong data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"941\">Church of Saint John the Baptist:<\/strong> Stands out for its architecture and its importance to the local community.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1185\"><p data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1185\">\ud83d\udeb4 <strong data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1043\">Bidasoa Greenway:<\/strong> Enjoy the old route of the \u201cTren Txikito,\u201d now adapted as a cycling and walking path, ideal for families and nature lovers.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1346\"><p data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1346\">\ud83c\udf33 <strong data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1232\">Se\u00f1or\u00edo de Bertiz Natural Park:<\/strong> Very close to Sunbilla, a protected area full of trails, botanical gardens, and spectacular biodiversity.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1488\"><p data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1488\">\ud83c\udf0a <strong data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1393\">Suspension bridge and Bisusta Waterfall:<\/strong> Accessible via circular hiking routes, these are two little-known gems in the area.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1643\"><p data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1643\">\ud83e\udd7e <strong data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1518\">Hiking routes:<\/strong> From easy riverside walks to the climb up <strong data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1588\">Mount Mendaur<\/strong> (1,131 m), with spectacular views over the whole valley.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1675\">What to do in Sunbilla? \ud83c\udf92<\/h3><ul data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"2434\"><li data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1822\"><p data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1822\">\ud83d\udeb6\u200d\u2642\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1715\">Hiking and cycling:<\/strong> The Greenway and local routes let you explore storybook landscapes, forests, and meadows full of life.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1956\"><p data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1956\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1852\">Cultural visits:<\/strong> Discover the old town, the medieval bridge, and the church, immersing yourself in Sunbilla&#8217;s history.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"2113\"><p data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"2113\">\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"1985\">Local cuisine:<\/strong> Try the pintxos, cheese, and traditional dishes in bars such as <strong data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2078\">Camping Ariztigain<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"2080\" data-end=\"2091\">Bustitz<\/strong>, or <strong data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2112\">Fonda Sunbilla<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2272\"><p data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2272\">\ud83c\udf31 <strong data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2139\">Pure nature:<\/strong> Relax in the Se\u00f1or\u00edo de Bertiz Natural Park, perfect for a family getaway or for getting lost among centuries-old trees.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2434\"><p data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2434\">\ud83c\udfad <strong data-start=\"2278\" data-end=\"2300\">Popular festivals:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re lucky enough to visit during <strong data-start=\"2342\" data-end=\"2356\">Carnival<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"2362\" data-end=\"2379\">Artzain Eguna<\/strong>, you&#8217;ll experience the festive and traditional atmosphere of the area.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2463\">Tips and curiosities<\/h3><ul data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2761\"><li data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2561\"><p data-start=\"2467\" data-end=\"2561\">\ud83d\udcf8 Don&#8217;t forget your camera: the medieval bridge and the views from Mount Mendaur are postcard-worthy.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2639\"><p data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2639\">\ud83d\ude97 Park by the bridge or in the center to walk around the village.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2640\" data-end=\"2761\"><p data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2761\">\ud83e\udd2b <strong data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2663\">Local secret:<\/strong> Look for the old restored washhouse by the river, one of the village&#8217;s most authentic spots.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-bb73831 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"bb73831\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-87b3f7a\" 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data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6a54323\" data-id=\"6a54323\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a4a7db2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a4a7db2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\ud83e\udded My personal recommendation in Sunbilla<\/p><div style=\"background: #f6fbe6; border-left: 4px solid #8cc63f; padding: 1.2em 1.5em; border-radius: 12px; margin: 1em 0;\"><strong>\u201cDon&#8217;t miss the <b>sunset walk across Sunbilla&#8217;s medieval bridge<\/b>: the light, the reflection on the Bidasoa River, and the silence are magical. Want something different? Rent a bike and ride the <b>Bidasoa Greenway<\/b> to Doneztebe or Lesaka. Stopping halfway for a picnic by the river is a luxury few people know about. And if you like good food, I recommend trying the <b>homemade menu at Camping Ariztigain<\/b>: authentic local flavor and friendly service.\u201d<\/strong><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-14ba47a elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"14ba47a\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-9090938\" data-id=\"9090938\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5936f7f elementor-button-info elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"5936f7f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/en\/bidasoa-river-routes-and-activities-by-the-water-2\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">To discover activities and get to know Sunbilla and the Bidasoa River better, visit this article<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1078b5b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1078b5b\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-e5603e3\" data-id=\"e5603e3\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e545b00 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e545b00\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"375\">Lesaka: Tradition, stone, and bridges over the <strong data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"375\">Bidasoa<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"773\"><strong data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"387\">Lesaka<\/strong> is much more than just a village: it is the western gateway to the <strong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"485\">Baztan-Bidasoa Valley<\/strong>, and one of the most <strong data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"537\">charming rural<\/strong> and traditional towns in northern Navarra. Its <strong data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"597\">cobblestone streets<\/strong> and unmistakable <strong data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"639\">Basque architecture<\/strong> tell stories from centuries past, while the <strong data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"704\">Bidasoa River<\/strong> crosses the center of the village, bringing life and freshness to every corner.<\/p><p data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"1111\">Walking through <strong data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"798\">Lesaka<\/strong>, you will discover <strong data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"835\">coat-of-arms farmhouses<\/strong> with family crests, <strong data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"882\">centuries-old stone<\/strong> facades, and picturesque <strong data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"919\">bridges<\/strong> connecting the neighborhoods on both sides of the river. The atmosphere is lively, especially during local festivals, and at every corner you can feel the pride of preserving ancestral customs.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1143\">What to see and do in Lesaka<\/h3><ul data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1904\"><li data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1282\"><p data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1282\"><strong data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1184\">Stone bridge over the Bidasoa<\/strong>: Lesaka&#8217;s most famous postcard view, combining history, nature, and architecture in one place.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1460\"><p data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1460\"><strong data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1319\">Church of San Mart\u00edn de Tours<\/strong>: Monumental, with one of the most important Baroque organs in Navarra and an impressive altarpiece. Climb the tower for unique views.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1615\"><p data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1615\"><strong data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1482\">Historic center<\/strong>: Lose yourself in the maze of streets, squares, and passageways, admiring the wooden balconies and flower-decorated facades.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1781\"><p data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1781\"><strong data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1637\">Canal and mills<\/strong>: Water has always been the economic engine of Lesaka. You can still see remains of old <strong data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1753\">water mills<\/strong> and ironworks by the canal.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1904\"><p data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1904\"><strong data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1802\">River park<\/strong>: Relax on its riverside paths, ideal for walking, picnicking, or taking photos at sunset.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1945\">Festivals, traditions, and cuisine in Lesaka<\/h3><p data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"2338\">Lesaka is famous for its <strong data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"1998\">traditional festivals<\/strong>, especially the spectacular <strong data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2045\">Zanpantzar<\/strong> and the <strong data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2084\">\u201cAxeri Dantza\u201d dances<\/strong>, which fill the square and streets with music, color, and Basque folklore.<br data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2156\" \/>In July, the <strong data-start=\"2187\" data-end=\"2207\">San Ferm\u00edn Txiki<\/strong> celebrations attract visitors from across the region. During winter, rural carnivals keep the spirit of the ancestors alive.<\/p><p data-start=\"2340\" data-end=\"2614\">Lesaka&#8217;s <strong data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2358\">cuisine<\/strong> combines the best of the valley: try the <strong data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2432\">lamb in chilindr\u00f3n sauce<\/strong>, the <strong data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2452\">local cider<\/strong>, artisan cheeses, and the irresistible <strong data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2502\">pintxos<\/strong> in the bars and cider houses in the center. Don&#8217;t leave without tasting a <strong data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2582\">txistorra<\/strong> or a freshly made corn talo.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2652\">Curiosities and local tips<\/h3><ul data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"3057\"><li data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"2766\"><p data-start=\"2656\" data-end=\"2766\"><strong data-start=\"2656\" data-end=\"2679\">Mill viewpoint:<\/strong> A little-known spot to enjoy the best views over the village and the river.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2767\" data-end=\"2914\"><p data-start=\"2769\" data-end=\"2914\">The <strong data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2789\">name Lesaka<\/strong> is already documented in the 11th century, and its history is closely linked to iron production and the guilds of ironworks.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2915\" data-end=\"3057\"><p data-start=\"2917\" data-end=\"3057\">The <strong data-start=\"2920\" data-end=\"2931\">Bidasoa<\/strong> not only crosses the village: it is also a source of inspiration for artists and the setting for hiking and cycling routes.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3228\"><strong data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3078\">Personal tip so you don&#8217;t miss out:<\/strong><br data-start=\"3078\" data-end=\"3081\" \/>The best time to photograph Lesaka is at sunrise or sunset, when the light reflects on the waters of the Bidasoa and on the stone facades.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-708bf72 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"708bf72\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6a99e20\" data-id=\"6a99e20\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a43e17f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a43e17f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"289\">Want to know all the secrets of Lesaka?<\/strong> Discover the festival calendar, routes, and much more on the <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lesaka.eus\/es\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"413\">official Lesaka Town Hall website<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-c48287f 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src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/caserio-vasco-tradicional.jpeg\" alt=\"caserio vasco tradicional\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">Caser\u00edo tradicional vasco en Lesaka, Navarra <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"2 of 3\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/plaza-mayor-de-lesaka.jpeg\" alt=\"plaza mayor de lesaka\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">Plaza Mayor de Lesaka<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"3 of 3\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/puente-lesaka.jpeg\" alt=\"puente lesaka\" \/><figcaption 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elementor-element-3e4bc8f\" data-id=\"3e4bc8f\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-403900f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"403900f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\ud83e\udded My personal recommendation in Lesaka<\/p><div style=\"background: #e7f3fb; border-left: 4px solid #3498db; padding: 1.2em 1.5em; border-radius: 12px; margin: 1em 0;\"><strong>\u201cIf you visit <b>Lesaka<\/b>, get up early and walk across the <b>stone bridge<\/b> before the village wakes up: you&#8217;ll feel the magic of its history in silence, with the Bidasoa River flowing at your feet. Are you after views? Climb up to the <b>Church of San Mart\u00edn<\/b> and get lost in its flower-filled alleys. For food, order a <b>txistorra pintxo<\/b> in one of the taverns in the center and enjoy the local atmosphere. If you can, come during the festivals: the dances and Basque atmosphere in the main square are an unforgettable experience.\u201d<\/strong><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-f5fe13c elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"f5fe13c\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-bb295c5\" data-id=\"bb295c5\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-768c741 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"768c741\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"401\">Bera (Vera de Bidasoa): Tradition, nature, and a living border in northern Navarra<\/h2><p data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"781\"><strong data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"411\">Bera<\/strong>, also known as <strong data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"454\">Vera de Bidasoa<\/strong>, is one of the most beautiful and authentic villages in the <strong data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"530\">Baztan-Bidasoa Valley<\/strong>. Located in the far north of Navarra, just a few kilometers from the border with France, this town stands out for its <strong data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"677\">historical heritage<\/strong>, its natural setting of mountains and forests, and a border culture shaped by centuries of history.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"809\">Why visit Bera?<\/h3><p data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"1206\">Bera is much more than a stop on the road. Its <strong data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"880\">urban center<\/strong> is a living example of Basque architecture, with centuries-old farmhouses, cobblestone streets, and balconies full of flowers in summer. Here the <strong data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1032\">Bidasoa River<\/strong> is the star: it crosses the village and accompanies visitors and locals with its constant murmur. Life in Bera revolves around nature, traditions, and good food.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1252\">Must-see places in Bera<\/h3><p data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1479\">\ud83c\udf09 <strong data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1296\">Historic bridges over the Bidasoa<\/strong><br data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1299\" \/>Explore the stone and wooden bridges that cross the river and connect the different neighborhoods. The <strong data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1413\">San Miguel Bridge<\/strong> is the most famous, with unbeatable views of the old town.<\/p><p data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1718\">\ud83c\udfe1 <strong data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1524\">Main Street and traditional farmhouses<\/strong><br data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1527\" \/>Walk along <strong data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1563\">Bera&#8217;s Main Street<\/strong>, full of white houses with timber framing, heraldic shields, and flower-filled balconies. Many of these houses are true Basque \u201crural palaces.\u201d<\/p><p data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1897\">\u26ea <strong data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1748\">Church of San Esteban<\/strong><br data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1751\" \/>One of the largest and most monumental churches in northern Navarra. It stands out for its main altarpiece, panoramic views, and landscaped surroundings.<\/p><p data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"2119\">\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"1944\">Alzate neighborhood and Zubimuxu Mill<\/strong><br data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1947\" \/>Discover the most picturesque neighborhood, birthplace of the famous writer P\u00edo Baroja. The <strong data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2041\">Zubimuxu mill<\/strong>, now restored, can be visited and shows what rural life used to be like.<\/p><p data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2157\">\ud83e\udd7e <strong data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2155\">Trails and routes from Bera<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2609\"><li data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2315\"><p data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2315\">Climb <strong data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2186\">Mount Larrun<\/strong> (Larr\u00fan): a classic route between Navarra and France, famous for its rack railway and its views of the Pyrenees and the Cantabrian Sea.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2459\"><p data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2459\">Dolmen route: Bera has several prehistoric megaliths in its surroundings, ideal for lovers of archaeology and history.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2609\"><p data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2609\"><strong data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2487\">Bidasoa Greenway<\/strong>: Perfect to explore by bike or on foot from Bera to Sunbilla, following the old railway line along the river.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2611\" data-end=\"2851\">\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"2615\" data-end=\"2650\">Local cuisine and products<\/strong><br data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2653\" \/>Bera is known for its <strong data-start=\"2677\" data-end=\"2696\">artisanal cider<\/strong>, sheep cheeses, cod in pil-pil sauce, and homemade sweets. In its bars and restaurants you can try traditional dishes and typical pintxos from the area.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2853\" data-end=\"2888\">\ud83c\udf89 <strong data-start=\"2856\" data-end=\"2888\">Unique festivals and traditions<\/strong><\/h4><ul data-start=\"2889\" data-end=\"3112\"><li data-start=\"2889\" data-end=\"2975\"><p data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"2975\"><strong data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"2916\">Zanpantzar and Carnival<\/strong>: Parades with ancestral costumes, music, and Basque folklore.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"3071\"><p data-start=\"2978\" data-end=\"3071\"><strong data-start=\"2978\" data-end=\"3000\">Patron saint festivals<\/strong> (August): Basque dances, popular meals, fairs, and rural sports.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3072\" data-end=\"3112\"><p data-start=\"3074\" data-end=\"3112\">Pilgrimages to the hermitage of Santa B\u00e1rbara.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3114\" data-end=\"3160\">\ud83d\udcf8 <strong data-start=\"3117\" data-end=\"3160\">Other places of interest and curiosities<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"3161\" data-end=\"3479\"><li data-start=\"3161\" data-end=\"3255\"><p data-start=\"3163\" data-end=\"3255\"><strong data-start=\"3163\" data-end=\"3184\">Ethnographic Museum<\/strong>: Small local museum with tools, photographs, and old objects.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3256\" data-end=\"3366\"><p data-start=\"3258\" data-end=\"3366\"><strong data-start=\"3258\" data-end=\"3298\">Panoramic views from Mount Ibantelli<\/strong>: The best views of Bera, the Bidasoa River, and the French border.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3367\" data-end=\"3479\"><p data-start=\"3369\" data-end=\"3479\"><strong data-start=\"3369\" data-end=\"3395\">Caves and mines of Bera<\/strong>: Speleology routes and historical trails in old iron mines.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><hr data-start=\"3481\" data-end=\"3484\" \/><h3 data-start=\"3486\" data-end=\"3527\">What to do in Bera?<\/h3><ul data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3988\"><li data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3584\"><p data-start=\"3531\" data-end=\"3584\">\ud83c\udf09 Cross the <strong data-start=\"3544\" data-end=\"3566\">historic bridges<\/strong> over the Bidasoa River<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3585\" data-end=\"3646\"><p data-start=\"3587\" data-end=\"3646\">\ud83c\udfe1 Photograph the <strong data-start=\"3605\" data-end=\"3624\">Basque farmhouses<\/strong> and flower-filled balconies<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3647\" data-end=\"3711\"><p data-start=\"3649\" data-end=\"3711\">\u26ea Climb up to the <strong data-start=\"3661\" data-end=\"3687\">Church of San Esteban<\/strong> and enjoy the views<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3712\" data-end=\"3772\"><p data-start=\"3714\" data-end=\"3772\">\ud83e\udd7e Go hiking: Larrun, Ibantelli, Greenway<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3773\" data-end=\"3822\"><p data-start=\"3775\" data-end=\"3822\">\ud83e\uddc0 Try the <strong data-start=\"3788\" data-end=\"3820\">cider and local cuisine<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3823\" data-end=\"3877\"><p data-start=\"3825\" data-end=\"3877\">\ud83c\udf89 Experience <strong data-start=\"3836\" data-end=\"3850\">Zanpantzar<\/strong> and the patron saint festivals<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3878\" data-end=\"3938\"><p data-start=\"3880\" data-end=\"3938\">\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Explore the <strong data-start=\"3895\" data-end=\"3915\">Alzate neighborhood<\/strong> and Zubimuxu Mill<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3939\" data-end=\"3988\"><p data-start=\"3941\" data-end=\"3988\">\ud83d\udcf8 Look for the best viewpoints for your photos<\/p><\/li><\/ul><hr data-start=\"3990\" data-end=\"3993\" \/><h3 data-start=\"3995\" data-end=\"4014\">Did you know&#8230;?<\/h3><ul data-start=\"4016\" data-end=\"4382\"><li data-start=\"4016\" data-end=\"4152\"><p data-start=\"4018\" data-end=\"4152\">Bera is bilingual: both Basque and Spanish are spoken here, and Basque influence is felt in every aspect of local life.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4153\" data-end=\"4281\"><p data-start=\"4155\" data-end=\"4281\">The hiking route to <strong data-start=\"4183\" data-end=\"4193\">Larrun<\/strong> is one of the most famous in the Pyrenees, and from the summit you can see France and the sea.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4282\" data-end=\"4382\"><p data-start=\"4284\" data-end=\"4382\">P\u00edo Baroja, one of the great writers of Spanish literature, was born in the Alzate neighborhood.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><hr data-start=\"4384\" data-end=\"4387\" \/><h4 data-start=\"4389\" data-end=\"4417\"> <\/h4><blockquote data-start=\"4418\" data-end=\"4710\"><p data-start=\"4420\" data-end=\"4710\">Would you like to get to know an authentic village, full of history and surrounded by nature? Don&#8217;t miss <strong data-start=\"4518\" data-end=\"4544\">Bera (Vera de Bidasoa)<\/strong>, one of the must-see destinations in the <strong data-start=\"4586\" data-end=\"4610\">Baztan-Bidasoa Valley<\/strong>.<br data-start=\"4611\" data-end=\"4614\" \/><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/bera.eus\/es\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"4616\" data-end=\"4710\">Find more information and activities on Bera&#8217;s official website<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-b581f03 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"b581f03\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-e9f0cf6\" data-id=\"e9f0cf6\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-26c3eb3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"26c3eb3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\u2728 Discover Bera like a local<\/p><div style=\"background: #f4fae6; border-left: 4px solid #7bb661; padding: 1.2em 1.5em; border-radius: 12px; margin: 1em 0;\"><strong> Do you like exploring villages with soul? In <b>Bera<\/b> you have to cross the <b>San Miguel Bridge<\/b> at sunset: the reflections of the lights on the Bidasoa River are unforgettable. Don&#8217;t miss a walk along <b>Main Street<\/b>, admiring the Basque farmhouses with balconies full of flowers. If you enjoy hiking, the climb to <b>Larrun<\/b> will give you a panorama you&#8217;ll never forget (and the descent on the rack railway is amazing). Are you a foodie? Try the <b>local cider<\/b> and cod in pil-pil sauce, and enjoy the atmosphere in the village bars. Bera is that corner where tradition, nature, and gastronomy are lived to the fullest! <\/strong><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-6c3e435 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"6c3e435\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c250379\" data-id=\"c250379\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4038835 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4038835\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/bera-vera-de-bidasoa.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-8110\" alt=\"(Bera) Vera de Bidasoa\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figcaption class=\"widget-image-caption wp-caption-text\">(bera) vera de bidasoa<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76229cd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"76229cd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"369\">Etxalar: Tradition, tranquility, and green borders in the Baztan-Bidasoa Valley<\/h2><p data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"743\"><strong data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"382\">Etxalar<\/strong> is one of the most picturesque and authentic villages in the <strong data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"466\">Baztan-Bidasoa<\/strong> region, located in a valley surrounded by mountains and lush forests just a few kilometers from the border with France. This small Navarrese municipality is famous for preserving its <strong data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"680\">traditional Basque architecture<\/strong>, with stone farmhouses, wooden balconies, and reddish roofs.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"780\">What to see and do in Etxalar?<\/h3><p data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"831\"><strong data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"831\">Places of interest and recommended activities:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"1826\"><li data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"1001\"><p data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"1001\">\ud83c\udfe1 <strong data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"863\">Centuries-old farmhouses:<\/strong> Walk through its streets to admire traditional houses with coats of arms, many from the 16th and 17th centuries, carefully preserved.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1147\"><p data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1147\">\u26ea <strong data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1033\">Church of San Esteban:<\/strong> Stands out for its beautiful Baroque altarpiece and the old cemetery with Basque discoidal steles, unique in the area.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1311\"><p data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1311\">\ud83c\udf04 <strong data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1189\">Viewpoints and hiking routes:<\/strong> Etxalar is the starting point for mountain routes such as the climb to <strong data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1266\">Atxuria<\/strong> or walks among meadows, beech forests, and oak groves.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1554\"><p data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1554\">\ud83e\udeb6 <strong data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1342\">Etxalar pigeon traps:<\/strong> Etxalar is famous throughout Europe for its <strong data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1397\">pigeon traps<\/strong>, a traditional system for hunting migratory pigeons in autumn. If you visit in October, you can witness this tradition, declared an Asset of Cultural Interest.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1710\"><p data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1710\">\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1594\">Privileged natural surroundings:<\/strong> Very close by are the Endara reservoir and the border with France, ideal for bike trips, hiking, and picnics.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1826\"><p data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1826\">\ud83e\udd58 <strong data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1738\">Local cuisine:<\/strong> Try the cider, cheese, and artisanal cured meats in the village bars and restaurants.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1856\"><strong data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1854\">Events and festivals<\/strong><\/h3><ul data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"2082\"><li data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1950\"><p data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1950\">\ud83c\udf89 <strong data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1885\">Patron saint festivals:<\/strong> At the end of June, with traditional dances, music, and popular food.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"2082\"><p data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"2082\">\ud83e\udeb6 <strong data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"1983\">Pigeon trap season:<\/strong> Between October and November, the whole village lives the pigeon migration, a unique experience.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2116\"><strong data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2116\">Curiosities and atmosphere<\/strong><\/h4><ul data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2456\"><li data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2261\"><p data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2261\">Etxalar is considered one of the <strong data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2187\">most beautiful villages in Navarra<\/strong>. It has received awards for its careful urban planning and respect for tradition.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2344\"><p data-start=\"2264\" data-end=\"2344\">It is a peaceful village, perfect for a rural getaway as a couple or with family.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2345\" data-end=\"2456\"><p data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2456\">From Etxalar you can quickly reach <strong data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2400\">Hendaye<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"2403\" data-end=\"2422\">Saint-Jean-de-Luz<\/strong> (France) in less than half an hour.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-580044d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"580044d\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2477540\" data-id=\"2477540\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-13e4019 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"13e4019\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"322\"><strong data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"322\">Between the Baztan Valley and the Bidasoa: my personal experience<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"730\">After visiting the <strong data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"373\">Baztan-Bidasoa Valley<\/strong>, I can say it is one of the most <strong data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"445\">charming corners of Navarra<\/strong>. If you&#8217;re looking for landscapes, history, and Basque culture, this is the place for you. I recommend spending <strong data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"549\">at least 7 days<\/strong> to discover every corner of these two beautiful valleys, because each day will surprise you with something new: a <strong data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"676\">charming village<\/strong>, a magical route, or the rural cuisine that wins you over.<\/p><p data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"962\">During my trip I was able to tour the main <strong data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"810\">villages of the Baztan Valley<\/strong>, as well as the hidden treasures of the <strong data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"869\">Bidasoa Valley<\/strong>. My advice: don&#8217;t skip any of them. Here is a <strong data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"944\">must-see list<\/strong> for your getaway:<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1179\"><strong data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1179\">Charming villages of the Bidasoa Valley<\/strong><\/h3><ul data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1321\"><li data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1194\"><p data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1194\"><strong data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1194\">Sunbilla<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1207\"><p data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1207\"><strong data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1207\">Lesaka<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1236\"><p data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1236\"><strong data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1236\">Bera (Vera de Bidasoa)<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1250\"><p data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1250\"><strong data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1250\">Etxalar<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1278\"><p data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1278\"><strong data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1278\">Doneztebe\/Santesteban<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1291\"><p data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1291\"><strong data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1291\">Ituren<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1292\" data-end=\"1305\"><p data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1305\"><strong data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1305\">Zubieta<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1321\"><p data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1321\"><strong data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1321\">Donamaria<\/strong><\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1630\">In my experience, touring all these places lets you soak up the authentic spirit of <strong data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1437\">Baztan-Bidasoa<\/strong>. Each one has something special: medieval bridges, farmhouses, traditional festivals, legendary caves, and unique hiking routes. I wish I had room in this article to tell you everything!<\/p><p data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1885\"><strong data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1652\">Travel tip:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1655\" \/>If you have little time, prioritize the <strong data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1714\">best-known hiking routes<\/strong>, visit a local market, and enjoy the food. But if you can, stay several days and live the full experience: I assure you you&#8217;ll want to come back.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2355cfa elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2355cfa\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4fc616b\" data-id=\"4fc616b\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-65e5367 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"65e5367\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Discover the connection between the Baztan Valley and the Bidasoa Valley in images: landscapes, villages, and unique moments in the heart of Navarra<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4447c34 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4447c34\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-88e3648\" data-id=\"88e3648\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a814110 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a814110\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"326\"><strong data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"326\">My photos of the Baztan-Bidasoa Valley: memories of an unforgettable trip<\/strong><\/p><p data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"633\">Throughout my visit to the <strong data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"378\">Baztan Valley<\/strong> and the <strong data-start=\"384\" data-end=\"405\">Bidasoa Valley<\/strong>, I couldn&#8217;t help but capture every moment, every landscape, and every special corner. These images reflect what I felt while traveling through two valleys so different yet so connected by their nature, their people, and their traditions.<\/p><p data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"965\">From the white farmhouses and reddish roofs of <strong data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"693\">Baztan<\/strong>, to the vibrant green villages of the <strong data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"747\">Bidasoa<\/strong>, each photo tells a small story of my time in this <strong data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"829\">heart of Navarra<\/strong>. Paths through forests, crystal-clear rivers, medieval bridges, and streets full of history&#8230; I experienced all of that and share it here with you.<\/p><p data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"1172\"><strong data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"1172\">I hope that through my photos, you can feel the magic, peace, and beauty of these unique valleys. If you decide to visit them, I&#8217;m sure you&#8217;ll take home memories as special as mine.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1175ff1 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1175ff1\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-9c8a1df\" data-id=\"9c8a1df\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-25c7a6a elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-arrows-position-inside 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src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/20240427_142515-1536x693.jpg\" alt=\"el mejor hospedaje del valle de Baztan Bidasoa\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">el mejor hospedaje del valle de Baztan Bidasoa<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"4 of 15\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/20240427_150244-1536x693.jpg\" alt=\"La mejor Casa Rural del Valle de BAZTAN\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">La mejor Casa Rural del Valle de BAZTAN<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"5 of 15\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/20240928_183039-1536x864.jpg\" alt=\"Casas tradicionales junto al r\u00edo Baztan en Elizondo\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">Casas tradicionales junto al r\u00edo Baztan en Elizondo<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"6 of 15\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/20240928_182140-1536x864.jpg\" alt=\"Rio Bidasoa en todo su esplendor\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">Rio Bidasoa en todo su esplendor<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"7 of 15\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/20240522_175056-1536x864.jpg\" alt=\"Rio Bidasoa y puente de piedra\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">Rio Bidasoa y puente de piedra <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"8 of 15\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/20240724_164016-1536x864.jpg\" alt=\"Monto a caballo en valle de Baztan Bidasoa\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">Monto a caballo en valle de Baztan Bidasoa<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"9 of 15\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/20240918_192613-1536x864.jpg\" alt=\"Vaca en la naturaleza del Bidasoa\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">Vaca en la naturaleza del Bidasoa<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"10 of 15\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/20241130_150807-1536x864.jpg\" alt=\"Ovejas disfrutando de la naturaleza del Baztan Bidasoa\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">Ovejas disfrutando de la naturaleza del Baztan Bidasoa<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"11 of 15\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/20241102_152637-1536x864.jpg\" alt=\"Fuente natural en ruta de senderismo del Valle de Baztan-Bidasoa\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">Fuente natural en ruta de senderismo del Valle de Baztan-Bidasoa<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"12 of 15\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/20240908_183735-1536x864.jpg\" alt=\"Caballos sueltos en la naturaleza Bidasoa\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">Caballos sueltos en la naturaleza Bidasoa<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"13 of 15\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/20240728_214740-1536x864.jpg\" alt=\"Caballos y naturaleza valle de Baztan Bidasoa\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">Caballos y naturaleza valle de Baztan Bidasoa<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"14 of 15\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/20240707_130319-1536x864.jpg\" alt=\"paso puente de piedra\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">paso puente de piedra<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"15 of 15\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/img_20230103_135835705-1536x864.jpg\" alt=\"Ruta de senderismo desde Sunbilla\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">Ruta de senderismo desde Sunbilla<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-swiper-button elementor-swiper-button-prev\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-eicon-chevron-left\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M646 125C629 125 613 133 604 142L308 442C296 454 292 471 292 487 292 504 296 521 308 533L604 854C617 867 629 875 646 875 663 875 679 871 692 858 704 846 713 829 713 812 713 796 708 779 692 767L438 487 692 225C700 217 708 204 708 187 708 171 704 154 692 142 675 129 663 125 646 125Z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-swiper-button elementor-swiper-button-next\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-eicon-chevron-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M696 533C708 521 713 504 713 487 713 471 708 454 696 446L400 146C388 133 375 125 354 125 338 125 325 129 313 142 300 154 292 171 292 187 292 204 296 221 308 233L563 492 304 771C292 783 288 800 288 817 288 833 296 850 308 863 321 871 338 875 354 875 371 875 388 867 400 854L696 533Z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-dfcb681 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"dfcb681\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6c6ff7f\" data-id=\"6c6ff7f\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fa55362 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fa55362\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"712\"><strong data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"712\">Villages of the Baztan Valley:<\/strong><\/h3><ul data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"863\"><li data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"743\"><p data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"743\">Elizondo (capital of the valley)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"753\"><p data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"753\">Arizkun<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"769\"><p data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"769\">Amaiur (Maya)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"779\"><p data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"779\">Erratzu<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"788\"><p data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"788\">Elbete<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"798\"><p data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"798\">Irurita<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"811\"><p data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"811\">Azpilkueta<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"818\"><p data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"818\">Ziga<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"825\"><p data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"825\">Aniz<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"842\"><p data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"842\">Oronoz-Mugaire<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"852\"><p data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"852\">Lekaroz<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"863\"><p data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"863\">Berroeta<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-81d23e0 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"81d23e0\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-ef54bb7\" data-id=\"ef54bb7\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-40f4b66 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"40f4b66\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Distances between the main villages of the Baztan-Bidasoa Valley<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5cc8c76 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5cc8c76\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-54d4d44\" data-id=\"54d4d44\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-53c06ba elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"53c06ba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n.table-responsive-baztan {\r\n  overflow-x: auto;\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n.table-baztan {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  border-collapse: collapse;\r\n  font-size: 1em;\r\n  background: #eaf9ec; \/* verde claro *\/\r\n  border-radius: 12px;\r\n  overflow: hidden;\r\n  box-shadow: 0 4px 14px rgba(30,80,40,0.10);\r\n}\r\n.table-baztan th,\r\n.table-baztan td {\r\n  border: 1px solid #d0e4d6;\r\n  padding: 10px 12px;\r\n  text-align: left;\r\n}\r\n.table-baztan th {\r\n  background: #c7e7ce; \/* m\u00e1s intenso para los t\u00edtulos *\/\r\n  font-weight: bold;\r\n  color: #274b37;\r\n  font-size: 1.1em;\r\n}\r\n.table-baztan tr:nth-child(even) td {\r\n  background: #f3fcf5; \/* muy suave para alternar *\/\r\n}\r\n@media (max-width: 700px) {\r\n  .table-baztan thead {\r\n    display: none;\r\n  }\r\n  .table-baztan, .table-baztan tbody, .table-baztan tr, .table-baztan td {\r\n    display: block;\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n  }\r\n  .table-baztan tr {\r\n    margin-bottom: 20px;\r\n    border-bottom: 2px solid #c7e7ce;\r\n    background: #eaf9ec;\r\n    border-radius: 8px;\r\n    box-shadow: 0 2px 6px rgba(30,80,40,0.05);\r\n  }\r\n  .table-baztan td {\r\n    text-align: left;\r\n    padding-left: 48%;\r\n    position: relative;\r\n    border: none;\r\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #c7e7ce;\r\n    background: #f3fcf5;\r\n    min-height: 38px;\r\n  }\r\n  .table-baztan td:before {\r\n    content: attr(data-label);\r\n    position: absolute;\r\n    left: 14px;\r\n    top: 9px;\r\n    font-weight: bold;\r\n    color: #274b37;\r\n    white-space: nowrap;\r\n    font-size: 1em;\r\n  }\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"table-responsive-baztan\">\r\n  <table class=\"table-baztan\">\r\n    <thead>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <th>\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Origin<\/th>\r\n        <th>\u27a1\ufe0f Destination<\/th>\r\n        <th>\ud83d\udccf Distance<\/th>\r\n        <th>\u23f1\ufe0f Time<\/th>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n    <\/thead>\r\n    <tbody>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Origen\">Elizondo<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Destino\">Arizkun<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Distancia\">6 km<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Tiempo\">8 min<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Origen\">Elizondo<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Destino\">Amaiur<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Distancia\">13 km<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Tiempo\">17 min<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Origen\">Elizondo<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Destino\">Erratzu<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Distancia\">14 km<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Tiempo\">17 min<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Origen\">Elizondo<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Destino\">Sunbilla<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Distancia\">22 km<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Tiempo\">20 min<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Origen\">Elizondo<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Destino\">Lesaka<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Distancia\">37 km<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Tiempo\">35 min<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Origen\">Elizondo<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Destino\">Bera (Vera de Bidasoa)<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Distancia\">42 km<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Tiempo\">40 min<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Origen\">Sunbilla<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Destino\">Lesaka<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Distancia\">10 km<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Tiempo\">10 min<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Origen\">Sunbilla<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Destino\">Bera<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Distancia\">13 km<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Tiempo\">13 min<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Origen\">Lesaka<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Destino\">Bera<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Distancia\">5 km<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Tiempo\">7 min<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Origen\">Bera<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Destino\">Etxalar<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Distancia\">6 km<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Tiempo\">8 min<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n      <tr>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Origen\">Lesaka<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Destino\">Etxalar<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Distancia\">10 km<\/td>\r\n        <td data-label=\"Tiempo\">13 min<\/td>\r\n      <\/tr>\r\n    <\/tbody>\r\n  <\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: 1em;\">\r\n  \ud83d\ude97 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> All roads pass through spectacular landscapes, ideal for scenic routes and enjoying the journey!\r\n<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-c7c913f elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"c7c913f\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-8f60c0d\" data-id=\"8f60c0d\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e411994 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e411994\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"291\">\ud83c\udfe1 <strong data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"291\">Where to stay in the Baztan-Bidasoa Valley<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"641\">The <strong data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"320\">Baztan-Bidasoa Valley<\/strong> is full of charming rural accommodations: farmhouses, country houses, small family-run hotels, and apartments where you can feel the local hospitality.<br data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"477\" \/>Among them all, <strong data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"510\">Angiz Etxea House<\/strong> stands out for its strategic location, family atmosphere, and comfort for exploring both the Baztan Valley and the Bidasoa.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-36df9e2 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"36df9e2\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-ddb6c76\" data-id=\"ddb6c76\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7802db9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7802db9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\ud83c\udf1f My personal experience at Casa Angiz<\/p><div style=\"background: #e7f9ea; border-left: 4px solid #4ac381; padding: 1.2em 1.5em; border-radius: 12px; margin: 1em 0;\"><strong>\u201cPersonally, I chose to stay in <b>Sunbilla, at Casa Angiz Etxea<\/b>, and it was a great decision. From here, I had all the villages of the <b>Bidasoa Valley<\/b> within easy reach, and I could also visit the <b>Baztan Valley<\/b> without making long trips. After each day of routes and sightseeing, returning to the tranquility of Casa Angiz, surrounded by nature and next to the river, was the best way to unwind and recharge. If you&#8217;re looking for a central, peaceful, and authentic place, I definitely recommend Casa Angiz!\u201d<\/strong><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-860a058 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"860a058\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-aa7fa61\" data-id=\"aa7fa61\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b4efe1d elementor-arrows-position-inside 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data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-02a4234\" data-id=\"02a4234\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0a2d08a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0a2d08a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"471\">ELIZONDO: Capital of the Baztan Valley<\/h3><p data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"843\"><strong data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"485\">Elizondo<\/strong> is the capital and soul of the <strong data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"530\">Baztan Valley<\/strong>. This picturesque village is famous for its <strong data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"603\">stone manor houses<\/strong>, its bridges over the <strong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"640\">Baztan River<\/strong>, and its lively atmosphere all year round. Its historic center is full of colorful facades, flower-filled balconies, and mansions, many of them built by emigrants who made their fortune in America.<\/p><p data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"1171\">One of Elizondo&#8217;s biggest attractions is <strong data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"908\">its main square<\/strong>, the heart of social life, and the Church of Santiago, with its imposing tower and monumental interior. The village is also famous for its <strong data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1073\">traditional festivals<\/strong>, such as Holy Week and the Santiago festivities, where music and folklore fill the streets.<\/p><p data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1367\">If you love literature or film, you may know it from Dolores Redondo&#8217;s famous <strong data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1263\">Bazt\u00e1n Trilogy<\/strong>, which has put Elizondo on the world map as a setting for mysteries and legends.<\/p><p data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1390\"><strong data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1388\">Must-see:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1599\"><li data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1430\"><p data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1430\">Walk along the banks of the Baztan River<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1513\"><p data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1513\">Try the local pastries (especially \u201currakin egina,\u201d a typical sweet)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1547\"><p data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1547\">Enjoy the weekly market<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1599\"><p data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1599\">Visit the house-museum of sculptor Jorge Oteiza<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1814\"><strong data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1627\">Want to know more?<\/strong><br data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1630\" \/>Here is a <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/en\/charming-villages-in-navarre-2\/\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1707\">link to the full article on charming villages in Navarra<\/a> so you can discover in depth the history, curiosities, and hidden corners of Elizondo and many more villages.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-fc4366c elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"fc4366c\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-125a114\" data-id=\"125a114\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6618c6e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6618c6e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>We have prepared a very extensive report about <a title=\"Elizondo qu\u00e9 ver\" href=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/en\/elizondo-2\/\">what to see in Elizondo<\/a> so you can make the most of your getaway.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-528bcd3 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"528bcd3\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-964b7a6\" data-id=\"964b7a6\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-55d4bd6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"55d4bd6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">The Bazt\u00e1n-Bidasoa River: The soul that gives the valley its shape<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-8075fbb elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"8075fbb\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-bb84237\" data-id=\"bb84237\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a213d4a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a213d4a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"822\">The heart of Elizondo is crossed by the <strong data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"212\">Bazt\u00e1n River<\/strong>, whose fresh, crystal-clear waters have witnessed the history and life of the valley. Although it is popularly known throughout the region as the <strong data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"353\">Bazt\u00e1n River<\/strong>, this is actually the local name for the river&#8217;s upper course. As it flows north, after leaving the valley behind and joining other tributaries, the river takes the name <strong data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"560\">Bidasoa<\/strong>, continuing its journey toward the Cantabrian Sea. It is interesting to know that the Bazt\u00e1n River officially becomes the <strong data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"691\">Bidasoa River<\/strong> at Oronoz-Mugaire, and from there it continues until it flows into the Bay of Txingudi, between <strong data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"807\">Ir\u00fan<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"821\">Hendaya<\/strong>.<\/p><p data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"981\">This detail makes the river one of the great symbols of the valley, linking villages, forests, and landscapes throughout the Baztan-Bidasoa region.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-958f476 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"958f476\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-5f46b36\" data-id=\"5f46b36\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ea5cbed elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ea5cbed\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\ud83e\udd50 An unforgettable moment in Elizondo<\/p><div style=\"background: #f9f6ec; border-left: 4px solid #de9822; padding: 1.2em 1.5em; border-radius: 12px; margin: 1em 0;\"><strong> If you visit <b>Elizondo<\/b>, don&#8217;t leave without trying the <b>urrakin egina<\/b> in a local pastry shop\u2014it&#8217;s pure Baztan flavor! I took advantage of the Saturday market to buy cheeses and chat with the producers. The streets, always lively, have that atmosphere that blends the rural and the vibrant. It&#8217;s the best place to wander without rushing and enjoy the everyday life of the people of Baztan. <\/strong><\/div><div><ul><li data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1122\"><p data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1122\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f Main Square: the nerve center<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1168\"><p data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1168\">\ud83e\udd50 Typical sweets at Malkorra pastry shop<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1211\"><p data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1211\">\u26ea Church of Santiago: history and views<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1254\"><p data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1254\">\ud83c\udf09 Bridge over the Baztan: a must photo<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1301\"><p data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1301\">\ud83d\uded2 Traditional market: Saturday morning<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-e578fcf elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"e578fcf\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-a86e9c9\" data-id=\"a86e9c9\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-774eb13 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"774eb13\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"505\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pueblo-elizondo-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-8280\" alt=\"Elizondo Baztan River\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pueblo-elizondo-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pueblo-elizondo-1-600x379.jpg 600w, https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pueblo-elizondo-1-768x485.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figcaption class=\"widget-image-caption wp-caption-text\">Elizondo Rio Baztan<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-ec13da6 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"ec13da6\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7baab8c\" data-id=\"7baab8c\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a3f259c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a3f259c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1117\">Arizkun: History, lordship, and living traditions in the Bazt\u00e1n-Bidasoa Valley<\/h2><p data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"567\"><strong data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"249\">Arizkun<\/strong> is one of the <strong data-start=\"264\" data-end=\"341\">most historic and characterful towns in the Bazt\u00e1n-Bidasoa Valley<\/strong>. Its importance has been enormous both socially and economically since the Middle Ages, something reflected in the grandeur of its noble buildings, the variety of its neighborhoods, and the preservation of its oldest traditions.<\/p><p data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"1105\">This distinguished village is located just 4 km from <strong data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"635\">Elizondo<\/strong>, taking the NA-121-B road toward France and turning off at any of the marked access points (Laurentx or Ikatzatea). <strong data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"776\">Arizkun<\/strong> is not just a central settlement, but includes several historic neighborhoods such as <strong data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"865\">Bozate<\/strong> (with its unique agote history), <strong data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"970\">Ordoki, Pertalas, San Blas, Bergara, Aintzialde, Otsanaiz, Erniegi<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"986\">Aritzakun<\/strong>. Even some farmhouses in Urritzate are linked to Arizkun, although this small valley is usually associated with Erratzu.<\/p><p data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1388\">Since ancient times, its inhabitants have stood out: in 1366 they were all listed as <strong data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1202\">hidalgoes<\/strong>, and in the 18th century it was the most populated center in the valley, with commercial, medical, and craft activity: candles, ironworks, chocolate shops, wine cellars, shoemaking, taverns, and inns.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1436\">Heritage and notable buildings of Arizkun<\/h3><ul data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"2164\"><li data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1621\"><p data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1621\"><strong data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1459\">Casa Iturraldea<\/strong>: Birthplace of Juan Bautista de Iturralde (1674-1741), founder of the <strong data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1571\">Monastery of Our Lady of the Angels<\/strong>. Its spectacular carved wooden eaves stand out.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1819\"><p data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1819\"><strong data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1649\">Lamiarrita Palace<\/strong> (or Goyeneche Palace): Built in 1713, raised to palace status in 1721, and ancestral home of the influential Goyeneche family. Later, the property passed to the Society of Jesus.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1997\"><p data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1997\"><strong data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1845\">Arizkun Convent<\/strong>: Cloistered Clarist nuns still live there. Famous for its Baroque doorway and a unique neoclassical organ in Navarra, with a \u201cBasque flute\u201d stop.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1998\" data-end=\"2164\"><p data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2164\"><strong data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2027\">Egg tradition<\/strong>: It was customary to bring fresh eggs to the convent to ask for good weather, whether for the fields or to ensure good weather for weddings.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2199\">Bozate neighborhood and the agotes<\/h3><p data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2456\">The <strong data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2224\">Bozate neighborhood<\/strong> deserves special mention. This is where the group of <strong data-start=\"2281\" data-end=\"2291\">agotes<\/strong> lived, a socially marginalized minority for centuries. Today, the neighborhood retains its essence, and you can visit the small <strong data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2419\">Ethnographic Museum<\/strong> to learn about this unique history.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2473\">Arizkun today<\/h3><p data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2751\"><strong data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2486\">Arizkun<\/strong> combines history, art, traditions, and a rural atmosphere full of authenticity. Walking its streets means discovering centuries of history, traditional architecture, and the hospitality of its people. In addition, the village is famous for its <strong data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2728\">festivals<\/strong> and craft fairs.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-a659eda elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"a659eda\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-f0a85b7\" data-id=\"f0a85b7\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d0330c1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d0330c1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1133\" height=\"445\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/caserio-arizkun.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-8425\" alt=\"Main street of Arizkun, Baztan Valley\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/caserio-arizkun.png 1133w, https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/caserio-arizkun-600x236.png 600w, https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/caserio-arizkun-768x302.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1133px) 100vw, 1133px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figcaption class=\"widget-image-caption wp-caption-text\">Calle principal de Arizkun, Valle de Baztan<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-56b4196 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"56b4196\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-ada83a2\" data-id=\"ada83a2\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b3c1bcc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b3c1bcc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Amaiur \u2013(Maya in Spanish) The village of the arch and Navarra&#8217;s last defense <\/h2><p data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"771\"><strong data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"348\">Amaiur<\/strong>, also known as <strong data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"380\">Maya<\/strong>, is one of the most emblematic and picturesque villages in the Baztan-Bidasoa Valley. At the entrance to the village, you are welcomed by its famous medieval arch, a symbol of hospitality and, at the same time, of resistance. History can be felt in every corner here: Amaiur was the scene of the last resistance of the Kingdom of Navarra against the conquest of Castile in 1522, a fact that still marks local pride today.<\/p><p data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"1048\"><strong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"794\">Walking through Amaiur<\/strong> is like traveling back in time. Its cobblestone streets, stone farmhouses with flower-filled balconies, and peaceful atmosphere make this small village a place that wins you over at first sight. The silence is broken only by the murmur of the river and the sound of birds.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1071\">What to see in Amaiur<\/h3><ul data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"2277\"><li data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1279\"><p data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1279\"><strong data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1095\">Entrance arch:<\/strong> The great stone arch is one of the village&#8217;s symbols. Built in the 17th century, it welcomes those arriving in Amaiur and is one of the most photographed views in the valley.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1586\"><p data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1586\"><strong data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1305\">Amaiur Castle:<\/strong> At the top of the hill, the remains of the old castle recall the heroic defense of the Navarrese in 1522. From here there are spectacular views of the whole valley, and you can visit the <strong data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1547\">Monument to the Last Defenders of Navarra<\/strong>, with panels explaining the history.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1750\"><p data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1750\"><strong data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1616\">Church of the Assumption:<\/strong> A beautiful example of the area&#8217;s religious architecture, with a peaceful setting ideal for stopping and breathing in the rural atmosphere.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1987\"><p data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1987\"><strong data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1774\">Amaiur Mill:<\/strong> Restored and open to the public, at the mill you can see how the traditional <strong data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1884\">Amaiur txapela<\/strong> is made, a typical bread from the area. Many families come to buy fresh bread or try artisanal products.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2155\"><p data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2155\"><strong data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2012\">Streets and farmhouses:<\/strong> The houses preserve the traditional Baztan look, with reddish roofs and white facades, creating an atmosphere of an authentic Basque village.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2277\"><p data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2277\"><strong data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2182\">Hiking routes:<\/strong> Several marked routes start from the village, ideal for walking among forests and hills.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2313\">Curiosities and current atmosphere<\/h3><p data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2599\">Amaiur is today a small and peaceful village, but full of life thanks to rural tourism and travelers looking for authenticity. Here it is easy to find craft fairs, popular festivals, and cuisine based on local products: cheeses, honey, bread, txistorra, and typical sweets.<\/p><p data-start=\"2601\" data-end=\"2835\">A visit to Amaiur is not complete without trying its famous bread and letting yourself be carried away by the slow pace of rural Navarrese life. If you&#8217;re looking for photos, the arch, the castle, and the panoramic views from the top are a must for your travel album.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-48cffb2 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"48cffb2\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-a82b503\" data-id=\"a82b503\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2f472bb elementor-arrows-position-inside 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4\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/amaiur-365x300.png\" alt=\"Calle Mayor y caser\u00edos t\u00edpicos de Amaiur \u2013 Coraz\u00f3n del pueblo\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">Calle Mayor y caser\u00edos t\u00edpicos de Amaiur \u2013 Coraz\u00f3n del pueblo<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"2 of 4\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"swiper-slide-image\" src=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/centro-de-amaiur-365x300.png\" alt=\"Plaza principal de Amaiur, Navarra \u2013 Centro hist\u00f3rico y arquitectura tradicional\" \/><figcaption class=\"elementor-image-carousel-caption\">Plaza principal de Amaiur, Navarra \u2013 Centro hist\u00f3rico y arquitectura tradicional<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><div 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elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-af171fc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"af171fc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"background: #fffbe6; border-radius: 12px; padding: 22px 18px; margin: 30px 0 30px 0; border-left: 6px solid #73b11a;\"><h2 style=\"color: #2d692b; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\u2728 Zugarramurdi Caves: Legend and magic in the Baztan-Bidasoa Valley<\/h2><p style=\"font-size: 17px; margin-bottom: 16px;\">If you&#8217;re looking for a <strong>magical and unique place in Navarra<\/strong>, you can&#8217;t miss the famous <strong>Zugarramurdi Caves<\/strong>. Located just a few minutes from the villages of Baztan-Bidasoa, these natural caves have witnessed centuries of history, witch legends, and mysteries waiting to be discovered.<\/p><ul style=\"font-size: 16px; margin-left: 12px; margin-bottom: 16px;\"><li>\ud83c\udf0c <strong>A stunning natural setting<\/strong>: Explore the galleries and passages carved by water over thousands of years.<\/li><li>\ud83e\uddd9 <strong>Stories of witchcraft<\/strong>: Discover the place where the famous akelarres were held and learn about the real events and legends that made Zugarramurdi world-famous.<\/li><li>\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f <strong>Witches Museum<\/strong>: Complete the visit by learning about witch trials, persecutions, and local culture.<\/li><li>\ud83d\udeb6 <strong>Hiking and nature<\/strong>: Enjoy marked routes, a setting of forests and meadows, and viewpoints with incredible views.<\/li><\/ul><p style=\"font-size: 17px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"><strong>My personal recommendation:<\/strong> Visit the caves at sunset, when the light and silence make it a truly special place. Ideal for families, couples, and curious travelers.<\/p><p style=\"font-size: 17px;\">\ud83d\udc49 <a style=\"color: #297609; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/en\/zugarramurdi-caves\/\">Discover the full story of the Zugarramurdi Caves and plan your visit here<\/a><\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-6c6768e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"6c6768e\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-27756b5\" data-id=\"27756b5\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div 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<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-523a655 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"523a655\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-59687c8\" data-id=\"59687c8\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc9ffe5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bc9ffe5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"background: #DFF7DE; padding: 20px 15px 10px 15px; border-radius: 16px; margin-bottom: 32px;\"><h2 style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\ud83d\udcac Questions I had before visiting the Baztan-Bidasoa Valley<\/h2><p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\">If you&#8217;re thinking about discovering these valleys, here are the questions and answers I asked myself before planning my trip. I hope they help you plan your getaway and make the most of every corner of Baztan and Bidasoa.<\/p><details style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"><summary style=\"font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer;\">What is the best time of year to tour the Baztan-Bidasoa Valley?<\/summary><div style=\"padding: 10px 0 0 10px;\">Personally, I recommend <b>spring<\/b> or <b>autumn<\/b>, when the landscapes are greener and the forests of Baztan show all their splendor. But summer is ideal for swimming in the rivers, and winter is perfect if you&#8217;re looking for peace and lower accommodation prices.<\/div><\/details><details style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"><summary style=\"font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer;\">Where should I stay to be close to everything?<\/summary><div style=\"padding: 10px 0 0 10px;\">After analyzing distances and routes, <b>I stayed in Sunbilla (Casa Angiz)<\/b> and it was a great choice: that way I had both the <b>Baztan Valley<\/b> and the <b>Bidasoa<\/b> within easy reach, and the daily excursions were much more comfortable.<\/div><\/details><details style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"><summary style=\"font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer;\">Do you need a car to get around?<\/summary><div style=\"padding: 10px 0 0 10px;\"><b>Yes, it&#8217;s the most practical option<\/b>. Public transport is limited and many places can only be visited by car or bike. I suggest bringing your own car or renting one.<\/div><\/details><details style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"><summary style=\"font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer;\">Which villages can&#8217;t you miss?<\/summary><div style=\"padding: 10px 0 0 10px;\">For me, the essentials were <b>Elizondo, Amaiur, Arizkun, Sunbilla, Lesaka, Bera<\/b>, and <b>Etxalar<\/b>. And if you have time, add Zugarramurdi and Urdax.<\/div><\/details><details style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"><summary style=\"font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer;\">Are there easy routes for going with children?<\/summary><div style=\"padding: 10px 0 0 10px;\">Yes, the <b>Bidasoa Greenway<\/b> is ideal for families. Also the route to the <b>Xorroxin Waterfall<\/b> (from Erratzu) and trails through the <b>Se\u00f1or\u00edo de Bertiz Natural Park<\/b>.<\/div><\/details><details style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"><summary style=\"font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer;\">Where can you eat well and cheaply?<\/summary><div style=\"padding: 10px 0 0 10px;\">You can eat very well in cider houses and village bars. My favorites: <b>Bustitz<\/b> and <b>Camping Ariztigain<\/b> in Sunbilla, a cider house in Lesaka, and the tavern in Amaiur to try artisanal bread and cheese.<\/div><\/details><details style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"><summary style=\"font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer;\">Is it easy to park and get around?<\/summary><div style=\"padding: 10px 0 0 10px;\">Except during festivals, <b>there is free parking in most villages<\/b>. The best thing is to park at the entrance and walk through the center.<\/div><\/details><details style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"><summary style=\"font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer;\">Is it cold? What clothes should I bring?<\/summary><div style=\"padding: 10px 0 0 10px;\">The climate is humid and changes quickly. Always bring a <b>waterproof layer<\/b> and good shoes for routes. In summer, pack light clothes but don&#8217;t forget a thin jacket for the evenings.<\/div><\/details><details style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"><summary style=\"font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer;\">Is it worth visiting the caves and museums?<\/summary><div style=\"padding: 10px 0 0 10px;\">Yes! The <b>Zugarramurdi Caves<\/b> and <b>Urdax<\/b> are highly recommended, especially if you like history and legends. The small village museums are also surprising.<\/div><\/details><p style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 1.08em;\"><strong>Do you have more questions? Leave me a comment and I&#8217;ll be happy to help. \ud83d\ude09<\/strong><\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5cb5126 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5cb5126\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d19157e\" data-id=\"d19157e\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8afe228 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8afe228\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"211\">Your adventure in the Baztan-Bidasoa Valley starts here!<\/h3><p data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"546\">I hope this guide has helped you discover everything the <strong data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"308\">Baztan-Bidasoa Valley<\/strong> has to offer and that you now feel that travel itch to explore these unique corners of Navarra. I&#8217;ve tried to share not only practical information, but also my real experience traveling through these villages, routes, and spectacular landscapes.<\/p><p data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"813\">Remember that <strong data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"582\">Baztan-Bidasoa<\/strong> is much more than a postcard: it is culture, history, cuisine, nature, and above all, welcoming people. Whether you&#8217;re looking for a peaceful rural getaway or an adventure full of routes and discoveries, you&#8217;ll find your place here.<\/p><p data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"1008\">If you have any <strong data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"840\">doubts<\/strong>, questions, or want to share your own experience and recommendations, leave them in the comments! I&#8217;d love to read you and help you prepare your trip.<\/p><blockquote data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1176\"><p data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1176\"><strong data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1176\">Thank you for joining me to the end! I wish you an unforgettable stay in the Baztan-Bidasoa Valley&#8230; and remember, there&#8217;s always a new corner to discover. \ud83d\ude09<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote><p data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1237\">Ready for your next adventure?<\/p><p data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1237\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"196\">Want to discover the most impressive corners of this land?<\/strong> Don&#8217;t miss our complete guide on <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/angiz.es\/en\/what-to-see-in-navarre-2\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"301\"><strong data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"262\">what to see in Navarra<\/strong><\/a> and fall in love with each of its landscapes.<\/p><p data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1237\">See you on the road!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of contents BAZTAN-BIDASOA VALLEY: NATURE, CHARMING VILLAGES, AND UNFORGETTABLE ROUTES IN THE HEART OF NAVARRE The BAZTAN-BIDASOA VALLEY is one of the most surprising corners of Navarre. 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