Bilbao Trip Overview
During the 19th century the region of Bilbao experiences a huge industralisation development that led to two very different social classes: working class and bankers. Each one laid on river Ibaizabal’s West and East banks, and both areas developed their own way.
This tour will take you to learn about the Bizkaia bridge, built in late 19th century as a representation of the iron industry in the area, and the link of both river banks. On the left side there lies the medieval village of Portugalete, with steep and narrow streets and Camino de Santiago routes. On the right side, you will discover Getxo, with all her different areas: from majestic Las Arenas and exclusive palaces of Neguri to the charming centuries-old houses of the Old Port in Algorta and the astonishing views from the cliffs of Punta Galea.
The estuary of river Ibaizabal, coming from Bilbao, has many secrets ready to be discovered. Do not miss this chance of seeing all of them!
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* Duration: 4 hours
* Starts: Bilbao, Spain
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain
During the 19th century the region of Bilbao experiences a huge industralisation development that led to two very different social classes: working class and bankers. Each one laid on river Ibaizabal’s West and East banks, and both areas developed their own way.
This tour will take you to learn about the Bizkaia bridge, built in late 19th century as a representation of the iron industry in the area, and the link of both river banks. On the left side there lies the medieval village of Portugalete, with steep and narrow streets and Camino de Santiago routes. On the right side, you will discover Getxo, with all her different areas: from majestic Las Arenas and exclusive palaces of Neguri to the charming centuries-old houses of the Old Port in Algorta and the astonishing views from the cliffs of Punta Galea.
The estuary of river Ibaizabal, coming from Bilbao, has many secrets ready to be discovered. Do not miss this chance of seeing all of them!
Itinerary
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Stop At: Puente Colgante Vizcaya, Puente de Vizcaya Zubia, Getxo Spain
Bizkaia Bridge, more popularly known as the Hanging Bridge, is the most outstanding representative of the industrial era and one of Euskadi’s most renowned icons. Its main function is to connect the two banks of the Nervion Estuary between Portugalete and Getxo.
A work by Alberto Palacio with the technical assistance of Fernando Arnodín.
Declared a World Heritage site on 13th July 2006
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Portugalete, Portugalete, Province of Vizcaya, Basque Country
The West bank of river Nervion hosts the village of Portugalete.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Getxo, Getxo, Province of Vizcaya, Basque Country
ocated 20 kilometres from Bilbao city centre, and bathed by the Cantabrian Sea, with a unique landscape flanked by beaches and cliffs that make it an exceptional destination.
Duration: 2 hours
