The Basque Country sits in Spains north with its coastline on the Bay of Biscay. It borders France in the east, Cantabria in the west, Navarra to the south-east and Rioja in the south. It has a population of just over two million people.
Its most famous city is probably San Sebastian or Donostia-San Sebastián. It is a must-see destination for foodies from around the world.
The Basque Country has a population of just over two million people. It has its own unique language whose origins remain obscure. It also has many unique traditions that set it apart.
Its capital is Vitoria-Gasteiz which has a population of about 250,000. Its largest city by population is Bilbao which has around 350,000 people living there. Bilbao was once an ugly industrial city but has grown into a vibrant exciting place to be. Bilbao is home to the Guggenheim Museum.
The Basque Country has a beautiful coastline with many amazing beaches and seaside towns. The Pyrenees to the east provide picturesque mountain landscapes that are incredibly beautiful.
Read information and tips on these Basque Cities and Towns:
Vitoria-gasteiz – The regions historic capital
Donostia-San Sebastian – The foodie must see destination
Bilbao – The region’s largest population and home to the Guggenheim Museum
The Basque capital, Vitoria-gasteiz is about 3 hours 30 minutes driving from Madrid. By rail it is just under 4 hours from Madrid to Vitoria-gasteiz.
You can fly to San Sebastian from Madrid, Barcelona with Vueling airlines. Flights are available from many European cities. Driving time from Madrid is about 4 hours 30 minutes. A train from Madrid will take about 5 hours 30 minutes.
Bilbao has flights from across Spain with Vuelling and also with other airlines from across Europe. Driving time from Madrid to Bilbao is about 4 hours. The train trip will take about 4 hours 30 minutes.