Bermeo, is one of the most important towns on the entire Biscay coastline, since it preserves a large part of Basque history and culture intact through its streets and cliffs. This town was founded in 1236 by Don Lopez Díaz II de Haro, and it was until 1602 the capital of Bizkaia, so that you can get an idea of ​​the importance that this village has had throughout history of the Basque Country.

Bermeo has countless tourist attractions, and you could dedicate a whole day of your trip to the Basque Country to discover all the charms of this fishing village.  We are going to talk here about some of the most important places you should visit in the village.

Some important information about the town:

• Extension: 34.1 square km.
• Inhabitants: 16,800.
• Bilbao Airport: 27 km away, about 30 minutes.
• Bilbao cruise port (Getxo): 42 km, about 45 minutes.

The best way to get to Bermeo, located 35 kilometers north of Bilbao, is by car, a half-hour drive from the city.If you don't have a car, you can take the Euskotren Bermeo-Bilbao train line or the Bizkaibus bus which will take you there.

Port of Bermeo

Bermeo is one of the largest and most populated towns in the Busturialdea region, a town that became the second most important fishing port in Bizkaia thanks and canning activity in the area. Today, Bermeo, stands as one of the few fishing villages that continues to live in the same way that its ancestors lived, from the sea and from fishing. That is why there are many canning food companies in the area. We can see as well here many colorful fishing boats its port.

Bermeo mantains its essence of a fishing village. It does not only has a really beautiful urban architecture, but it is also located in a strategic place on the Basque coast. Bermeo is located inside the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, one of the wildest and most beautiful natural spaces on the Basque Coast. This coast is characterized by its calmness, relaxation and tranquility since you can enjoy all the spectacular cliffs, mountains and islands that surround Bermeo.

A walk through the port enjoying the views of the houses with colorful facades with the boats in the foreground, is undoubtedly one of the best things to do in Bermeo. This port, which became the second most important in this area, has several attractions such as the "Tres cantos" fountain, the oldest in the region, and several sculptures around it.

Another thing that you cannot miss is having a beer and a pintxo one of its many terraces such as Etxepe or Kafe Loidxie by the port.  Also, another activity that you can do in Bermeo is to take a pleasant walk through Lamera Park, which is the green lung of the municipality, located next to the port.

Fisherman's Museum

Once the visit to the port is complete, you can go up one of the steep stairs that will take you to the Old Town where the Fisherman's Museum is located, another of the essential places to see in Bermeo.

In this interesting space, located in the 15th century Ercilla Tower, you will learn about the long history of the fishing tradition of this town and its relationship with the sea. Also, you can visit the Monument of the Fishermen which is a bronze sculpture that show several members of a family waiting for the arrival of the sailors and from where you will have fantastic views of the Old Port.

Sculptures of Bermeo

Bormeo is characterized by having a lot of pieces of art, and in addition to the Monument of the Fishermen, there are other iron and bronze sculptures placed throughout the municipality and which have become another of the tourist attractions to visit in Bermeo.

Among our favorites is "El Regreso" located at the end of the breakwater of the Old Port and representing a stout sailor with an oar on his shoulder and his son, his little one, holding his hand, returning home. Before reaching this sculpture, you will pass in front of a larger one, known as Olatua and which represents a wave. The sculptures represent the past of the city and its connection with the sea and the seamen.

Plaza Sabino Arana

This square or plaza is located in the historic center, located above the old port, this part of the town is another of the most beautiful places to see in Bermeo.

In this square you will find the Town Hall and the Church of Santa María, one of the best examples of the neoclassical style of Bizkaia. Another of the churches that you cannot miss in Bermeo is that of Santa Eufemia in the Gothic style and which has its origins in the 13th century.

Convent of San Francisco

The San Francisco convent was built in the 14th century and it is one of the oldest in the Basque Country. This as well another of the most beautiful places to see in Bermeo. In addition to visiting the church and part of the convent, the jewel of the religious complex is the beautiful Gothic-style cloister, considered one of the most important in the province.

If you need accommodation in Bermeo, one that is located in the city center is the Hostal Aldatzeta Ostatua. Another good option is to get an apartment at the Andra Mari Apartamentu Turistikoak, located in the historic center. If you need information or accommodation in the Basque Country, try apartments in San Sebastián, where you stay and feel at home.

Bermo is a town located rural environment that seems perfect to isolate from the hustle and bustle of the big cities. It is time to relax and enjoy this beautiful port town.

Bermeo, is one of the most important towns on the entire Biscay coastline, since it preserves a large part of Basque history and culture intact through its streets and cliffs. This town was founded in 1236 by Don Lopez Díaz II de Haro, and it was until 1602 the capital of Bizkaia, so that you can get an idea of ​​the importance that this village has had throughout history of the Basque Country.

Bermeo has countless tourist attractions, and you could dedicate a whole day of your trip to the Basque Country to discover all the charms of this fishing village.  We are going to talk here about some of the most important places you should visit in the village.

Some important information about the town:

• Extension: 34.1 square km.
• Inhabitants: 16,800.
• Bilbao Airport: 27 km away, about 30 minutes.
• Bilbao cruise port (Getxo): 42 km, about 45 minutes.

The best way to get to Bermeo, located 35 kilometers north of Bilbao, is by car, a half-hour drive from the city.If you don't have a car, you can take the Euskotren Bermeo-Bilbao train line or the Bizkaibus bus which will take you there.

Port of Bermeo

Bermeo is one of the largest and most populated towns in the Busturialdea region, a town that became the second most important fishing port in Bizkaia thanks and canning activity in the area. Today, Bermeo, stands as one of the few fishing villages that continues to live in the same way that its ancestors lived, from the sea and from fishing. That is why there are many canning food companies in the area. We can see as well here many colorful fishing boats its port.

Bermeo mantains its essence of a fishing village. It does not only has a really beautiful urban architecture, but it is also located in a strategic place on the Basque coast. Bermeo is located inside the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, one of the wildest and most beautiful natural spaces on the Basque Coast. This coast is characterized by its calmness, relaxation and tranquility since you can enjoy all the spectacular cliffs, mountains and islands that surround Bermeo.

A walk through the port enjoying the views of the houses with colorful facades with the boats in the foreground, is undoubtedly one of the best things to do in Bermeo. This port, which became the second most important in this area, has several attractions such as the "Tres cantos" fountain, the oldest in the region, and several sculptures around it.

Another thing that you cannot miss is having a beer and a pintxo one of its many terraces such as Etxepe or Kafe Loidxie by the port.  Also, another activity that you can do in Bermeo is to take a pleasant walk through Lamera Park, which is the green lung of the municipality, located next to the port.

Fisherman's Museum

Once the visit to the port is complete, you can go up one of the steep stairs that will take you to the Old Town where the Fisherman's Museum is located, another of the essential places to see in Bermeo.

In this interesting space, located in the 15th century Ercilla Tower, you will learn about the long history of the fishing tradition of this town and its relationship with the sea. Also, you can visit the Monument of the Fishermen which is a bronze sculpture that show several members of a family waiting for the arrival of the sailors and from where you will have fantastic views of the Old Port.

Sculptures of Bermeo

Bormeo is characterized by having a lot of pieces of art, and in addition to the Monument of the Fishermen, there are other iron and bronze sculptures placed throughout the municipality and which have become another of the tourist attractions to visit in Bermeo.

Among our favorites is "El Regreso" located at the end of the breakwater of the Old Port and representing a stout sailor with an oar on his shoulder and his son, his little one, holding his hand, returning home. Before reaching this sculpture, you will pass in front of a larger one, known as Olatua and which represents a wave. The sculptures represent the past of the city and its connection with the sea and the seamen.

Plaza Sabino Arana

This square or plaza is located in the historic center, located above the old port, this part of the town is another of the most beautiful places to see in Bermeo.

In this square you will find the Town Hall and the Church of Santa María, one of the best examples of the neoclassical style of Bizkaia. Another of the churches that you cannot miss in Bermeo is that of Santa Eufemia in the Gothic style and which has its origins in the 13th century.

Convent of San Francisco

The San Francisco convent was built in the 14th century and it is one of the oldest in the Basque Country. This as well another of the most beautiful places to see in Bermeo. In addition to visiting the church and part of the convent, the jewel of the religious complex is the beautiful Gothic-style cloister, considered one of the most important in the province.

If you need accommodation in Bermeo, one that is located in the city center is the Hostal Aldatzeta Ostatua. Another good option is to get an apartment at the Andra Mari Apartamentu Turistikoak, located in the historic center. If you need information or accommodation in the Basque Country, try apartments in San Sebastián, where you stay and feel at home.

Bermo is a town located rural environment that seems perfect to isolate from the hustle and bustle of the big cities. It is time to relax and enjoy this beautiful port town.