24th March, 2023
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Easter is the perfect time to travel - and the Basque Country is the perfect destination! Enjoy a unique trip with lots of special things to do.
Look at our suggestions for experiencing Holy Week in Bilbao, San Sebastián, Vitoria-Gasteiz and other localities with great traditions like Segura. Processions, Basque culture, the finest food and lots more ideas!
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A map of routes to discover Euskadi, the Basque Country, this Holy Week.
We propose 8 stages in which you can choose where to start and where to end up, a trip at your own pace, in your own way.
On our Grand Tour we recommend the places you shouldn't miss on your trip. Recommendations for food, things to do, our cultural heritage and traditions in each place you visit.
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In Balmaseda you can find one of the most popular processions in the Basque Country.
Every year, more than 700 residents in the town take part to recreate the final hours of Christ. Finally, you can take the chance to visit the town, which is full of mediaeval charm.
An entrance ticket is needed for some of the performances. Buy them here.
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Segura holds another of the most popular processions, with a mixture of Basque traditions that make it unique.
This mediaeval town fills up with visitors, on a route where music plays a big part, with txistu pipers, a choir and a band. Watch the processions while you discover its old town, listed as a monumental site
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LaguardiaLaguardia is well-known for its wineries and wines, but it is also one of the places that throws itself the most into Holy Week.
This mediaeval town holds processing on Thursday and Good Friday, but the high point takes place on Friday afternoon, with the "Desenclave" or "Un-nailing".
Take advantage of these holidays to see the town, visit its wineries and experience its traditions!
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If the Basque Country stands out for one thing, that's its food. That's why we recommend you try some pintxos around our towns during your visit.
Enjoy our food, try some viral pintxos - typical delicacies with new flavours to try.
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The streets of Bilbao will be filled with Basque cultures and activities this Holy Week. Concerts, country sports, street theatre, processions, gastronomy and more. Here you have the chance to really get to know our culture and take a little piece of it home with you, by buying something on the craft and local produce stalls.
Nature Plans Mountains and valleys
Did you know there are two equinoxes a year?
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The Old Town in San Sebastián (also known by its Basque name of Donostia) is one of the most popular places to visit in the city. It lies at the foot of Monte Urgull, beside the harbour.
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Basque traditional markets have been and remain a meeting place in which to socialise.
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Did you know that in ancient Rome there were only two seasons a year?
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