4 Must-Visit Spots in the Basque Country

Donosti, San Sebastián, Spain. Photo by Kylie Paz on Unsplash

The Basque Country is a fascinating small piece of land that is the definition of a country within a country.

Located mostly in Spain, with a tiny portion in France too, this hyper-unique region has its own language, culture, and gastronomy.

If you’re looking to see the Basque Country, here are four spots that you must check out.

San Sebastián

The Basque Country’s beach city par excellence is San Sebastián, a picturesque city full of tapas bars and breathtaking views. You’ll love La Concha Beach, which is located in the heart of the city.

Rioja Alavesa

This southern portion of the Basque Country is the home of one of Europe’s top red wine regions. Visit a winery or a town like Laguardia to experience the Rioja Alavesa in its full splendor.

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Bilbao

The Basque Country’s biggest city and cultural mecca is Bilbao, which hosts the stunning Guggenheim Museum as well as San Mamés Stadium, the home of Athletic Club and one of the best football stadiums on Earth.

San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

This small chapel on top of a rocky islet was the location for some of the shooting of Game of Thrones, and it’s easy to see why. A dramatic rocky staircase leads to the top of a spectacular viewpoint at this scenic spot on the coast.