San Sebastián (Donostia)

On the coast near Zumaia, the Flysch Route exposes geological layers that document many millions of years of Earth's history. The steeply uplifted rock layers shape an impressive cliff coast, which belongs to the UNESCO Geopark of the Basque Coast.

Biarritz, on France's Basque coast, blends seaside resort tradition with surf culture. In the 19th century, largely due to Empress Eugénie, the town became a meeting place for European nobility. Today, villas, the Grande Plage, and the *Rocher de la Vierge* define the cityscape. Besides renowned surf spots, there's the *Musée de la Mer*, an oceanarium dedicated to the Atlantic. From the Phare de Biarritz, you look out over the coast to the Pyrenees. Spring and autumn are quieter than mid-summer. You'll find Basque specialties in the market hall Les Halles.

The Baztan Valley in northern Navarre features green hills, traditional Basque farmhouses, and small villages, perfect for hiking and peaceful days.

The Basque Country (País Vasco, Basque Euskadi) is an autonomous community in northern Spain with its own language, distinct culture, and long history. The Atlantic coast with sandy beaches and steep cliffs, green hills and mountains inland, vibrant cities, an internationally renowned cuisine, and modern architecture characterize the region.

Navarra in northern Spain is a region of contrasts, extending from the Pyrenees to the semi-desert of Bardenas Reales. It has a long history as an independent kingdom, a vibrant culture, and is located along a central section of the Camino de Santiago. Here you will find medieval towns, green valleys, and the internationally renowned Sanfermines in Pamplona.