Sports and leisure activities Côte nord Espagne

Specialising in adventure tourism, Troka Abentura offers various experiences in the Gorliz area: canoeing down the Ría de Plentzia, climbing, surfing, etc. The guides have a thorough knowledge of the local flora and fauna and the history of the area. A family holiday in Bizkaia offers a very complete programme of activities: treasure hunt, hiking, archery, orienteering... "Smugglers' Cove" also offers a superb sports experience for groups or families!

To practise surfing, contact Mundaka Eskola Surfing, which rents all amenities and organises lessons and courses.

This riding school offers 1 hour horse rides (available for beginners) along the old railway line that connected Muskiz with Artzentales, discovering the old calcination kilns. For the more experienced, you can venture into the old mining district of Alen, in the heights of Sopuerta, to enjoy splendid views of the mountains, or go up Mount Kolitza for the day

The main tourist attraction of Bakio is of course its long beach which borders the entire municipality, ideal for learning to surf. This specialized school offers surfing courses for all levels, but also Stand Up Paddle excursions, or simply equipment rental. The school also organizes surf camps in the summer combining surfing with excursions in the surrounding area (to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, Butrón Castle, etc.).

This agency offers canoe or paddle excursions along the Gernika river to discover the magnificent landscapes of the Urdaibai Reserve. Several types of trips are offered depending on the duration and difficulty. The easiest one, starting from Laida beach, lasts between 2 and 3 hours and is suitable for all types of people. The meeting point is on the beach and the instructors will take you to the upper part of the river, in the municipality of Gautegiz Arteaga. They will give you the necessary safety advice before you set off.

This agency located on the beach of Ereaga offers a wide range of activities in Getxo, but also in the rest of the Basque Country. Nautical activities, mountains, gastronomy, wine tourism: there is something for all tastes and budgets. For example, you can try your hand at stand up paddle or try your hand at surfing on the beach at La Salvaje (Sopela), enjoy a boat trip from the Getxo marina, take part in the grape harvest in the Rioja Alavesa, or go hiking along the footpaths that cross Bizkaia.

Deskonecta is a duo formed by Toni and Begoña, a Catalan and a Basque man who love adventure and nature. They are keen cyclists and offer cycling routes to discover Bilbao and its surroundings. Among the experiences offered is "El Bilbao de toda la vida", a 3-hour tour of the city's main districts and monuments. For those who prefer to explore the Basque city on their own, you can rent bicycles (electric, hybrid, mountain bikes...). Personalized itineraries are also available.

This escape room called "La Abadía de Atxuri" is located in the unusual setting of the Museum of Sacred Art, in the heart of old Bilbao. The concept? A countdown experience within the museum, with puzzles to be solved in small groups of 2 to 6 people. Light games, special effects and background music will plunge you into a singular atmosphere. An original way to explore the former Dominican convent and the works of the Museum of Sacred Art!

This agency offers several kayak excursions to discover the city and the main monuments along the ría. The route "La Peña-Bilbao" (1h30) will take you past the Ribera market. The one in "Bilbao-Bilbao" (1h30) will allow you to admire the Guggenheim Museum and the town hall. The agency also offers group night crossings and excursions to the Getxo suspension bridge. Another option is to rent a paddle to sail along the ría in complete freedom. Also a bicycle rental service.

At the foot of Mount Talaimendi, in a natural environment of great beauty, this superb golf course was created in 1916 in the presence of King Alfonso XIII and Queen Marie-Christine. Between sea and swamps, this 9-hole course has a rare vegetation on its 165,000 square meters, with the added difficulty of an abundance of sand. Considered one of the most beautiful golf courses in Spain, but also one of the oldest, it is played on the same courses as in 1916.

This prestigious Basque brand sells and rents equipment. It also has a surfing school. For the classes, ask at the shop Calle Lizardi, on the beach. Otherwise, you will find the clothes shop from Calle Nafarroa, 4.

Located just a stone's throw from the beach, in the Gros district, the Urriola Surf Eskola is a safe bet for learning to surf or bodyboard on the mythical Zurriola. The characteristics of this beach make it an ideal place to learn to surf as well as to practice at a high level - the left side, close to the seawall, is more suitable for beginners. The school offers lessons for all levels, as well as equipment rental, surf camps and even training sessions to get in shape.

This agency is aimed at experienced cyclists who want to discover the Basque Country by bike. Indeed, cycling is a real passion for the locals, and the sublime landscapes of the coast and inland mountains have a lot to do with it. The agency can accompany you on various itineraries, including the "Clásica San Sebastián" along Mount Jaizkibel (3-5h), or a coastal route through the fishing ports and vineyards of Txakoli. Or simply rent a bike and set off on your own.

The San Sebastian racecourse has two racing seasons: one in the spring and one in the summer. The first season begins in March and ends in May, while the summer races are held between July and September. Inaugurated in 1916 by King Alfonso XIII, it is the second largest racetrack in Spain after Madrid. Every summer, the Copa de Oro races attract San Sebastian's high society to attend the competitions.

Inaugurated in 1993, the Anoeta stadium, also known as the Reale Arena, is the home of the city's club: Real Sociedad. This temple of local soccer can accommodate up to 40,000 people. It is also a place that rugby players from Bayonne and Biarritz in particular, frequent during matches that are occasionally relocated to San Sebastian. It's a great opportunity to support your team but also to end the evening in style in the lively streets of San Sebastian!

A reference for surfers! Situated right in front of La Zurriola beach - San Sebastián's surfing spot - this prestigious Basque school offers introductory and advanced courses as well as equipment for hire (possibility of courses in French). In the shop, you will also find their collections of clothing and swimwear which are very popular with young people. But if you want to redo your wardrobe, you'd better go to their shop in the Parte Vieja (C/ Mayor, 5), which has a fashion selection on two levels.

Mimo is a large space of 400 square meters dedicated to gastronomy, located on the first floor of the Hotel María Cristina. The place functions as a cooking school, offering a multitude of courses and experiences around Basque gastronomy. In small groups of about 15 people, you will learn how to prepare authentic pintxos, how to simmer typical Basque dishes, or how to prepare recipes worthy of a Michelin star restaurant. Various pintxo "tours" are offered in the city in the company of fine connoisseurs!