Ermita De San Juan De Gaztelugatxe
Ermita De San Juan De Gaztelugatxe
Ermita De San Juan De Gaztelugatxe
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AlbertSalichs
Manresa, Spain11,469 contributions
Oct 2020 • Friends
Ermita de San Juan de Gaztelugatxe is a little church located on a rock in the sea, close to the coast, in Bizkaia Region, in Basque Country. Really, it is a mystical place, where some scenes of Game of Thrones were filmed. The views of the place are wonderful and you can go here from stone stairs to the top of the rock. In fact, it was a great little excursion. I recommend you go before 9a.m. and not in weekend, because it is empty of people. Also the surroundings are very nice: the sea, the rocks, the coast and mountains. Top in our travel in Basque Country.
(See also Playa de Bakio, Txakolingunea, Doniene Gorrondona Txakolina and Urzabal)
(See also Playa de Bakio, Txakolingunea, Doniene Gorrondona Txakolina and Urzabal)
Written November 20, 2020
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JimFinPortland
Seattle, WA161 contributions
Nov 2021
On a recent trip to the area, I planned to see this. I got confusing information on the Internet so I went to the tourist office in Bilbao (circle next to the train station and Five Guys). They confirmed that it was closed due to water damage. However, they didn't discourage me from going to see it, even if I couldn't go onto the island.
So we took the bus from the main square in Bilbao (easy--buy tickets on the bus) to Bakio. Then we hiked to the restaurant at the main parking area on the headland. The tourist office warned me it was steep and they weren't kidding. From the last bus stop in Bakio ('San Pelaio'), just walk toward the headland. You'll pass a terraced concrete viewing area on the left, then turn left at the first street. You'll pass a securely fenced property (it looks like a sewage treatment plant), then you'll just walk uphill (a lot) past a few homes and some horse pastures. The walk takes about 45 minutes. It's pretty obvious on a map and it's pretty obvious when you're there. The road is drivable and paved the entire way (which was surprising to me). There are a number of unofficial view points along the way; just look where someone has made a little trail to the ocean side of the street. I used every one and took pictures. Please be careful as the cliffs can be quite steep and there are no railings or barriers.
This is absolutely worth it even if you can't get onto the island.
Please note that there is a second bus between Bakio and Bermeo which will take you up to the restaurant/parking but it is small (8 people) and only runs on weekdays. The tourist office in Bilbao was quite helpful and gave me all the bus schedules even though I had already seen them on the Internet. The also gave me a brochure on San Juan de Gaztelugatxe with info and a maps of the trails.
The restaurant at the parking area was used by some people. My trip was in November so it wasn't very busy but I could tell it must get quite crowded in the summer. Bakio is bigger than I though and you can also find some restaurants there.
So we took the bus from the main square in Bilbao (easy--buy tickets on the bus) to Bakio. Then we hiked to the restaurant at the main parking area on the headland. The tourist office warned me it was steep and they weren't kidding. From the last bus stop in Bakio ('San Pelaio'), just walk toward the headland. You'll pass a terraced concrete viewing area on the left, then turn left at the first street. You'll pass a securely fenced property (it looks like a sewage treatment plant), then you'll just walk uphill (a lot) past a few homes and some horse pastures. The walk takes about 45 minutes. It's pretty obvious on a map and it's pretty obvious when you're there. The road is drivable and paved the entire way (which was surprising to me). There are a number of unofficial view points along the way; just look where someone has made a little trail to the ocean side of the street. I used every one and took pictures. Please be careful as the cliffs can be quite steep and there are no railings or barriers.
This is absolutely worth it even if you can't get onto the island.
Please note that there is a second bus between Bakio and Bermeo which will take you up to the restaurant/parking but it is small (8 people) and only runs on weekdays. The tourist office in Bilbao was quite helpful and gave me all the bus schedules even though I had already seen them on the Internet. The also gave me a brochure on San Juan de Gaztelugatxe with info and a maps of the trails.
The restaurant at the parking area was used by some people. My trip was in November so it wasn't very busy but I could tell it must get quite crowded in the summer. Bakio is bigger than I though and you can also find some restaurants there.
Written November 30, 2021
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MadrugadaTampa
Columbus, OH79 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
This was an amazing day trip from Getxo. At the top was a bar with a huge spread of pintxos. I suggest getting a small bite before making the journey down. Also grab a small bottle of water to take with you. You are going to sweat so be prepared with a change of clothes for the car. I suggest good hiking boots or tennis shoes. You will be walking for a couple of miles on cobblestones on a very steep path. My husband and I are in good cardiovascular shape and would say the way down was more about balance and the way back was an amazing cardio workout-we were drenched! This is an exhilarating trip! Make sure to ring the bell at the top to tell the world you were there!
Written July 5, 2019
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judithvb
Chichester, UK341 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
We arrived only to find out along with many others that you need to prior book a slot on line. There is no possibility of just turning up. Instead we walked to the lighthouse with good views of the island en route although the cloud was very low so not very clear for photos
Written August 12, 2022
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Paul W
United Kingdom77 contributions
May 2019 • Family
Great views and good exercise. Don’t attempt this unless you are prepared for a short walk up and down some steep slopes and steps. Not too bad though. Worth the effort for the views, especially for Game of Thrones fans. Car parking near the cafe/restaurant is good.
Written May 2, 2019
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Juan Manuel S
Guayaquil, Ecuador9 contributions
Mar 2019 • Family
Very nice place near Bermeo and Bakio on the Bizkaia cost.
You can eat pintxos and several good food on the restaurant
You can eat pintxos and several good food on the restaurant
Written March 19, 2019
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Timothy Winn
Blyth, UK1,300 contributions
Oct 2019 • Solo
Go by bus from Bilbao. Cost is €2.55 one way. 45 minutes. Buses leave hourly during the week and 2 hourly on Sundays and public holidays. Tourist Offices will provide service schedules.
About 2.8km to walk from the bus stop. It's hilly so expect some steep sections.
From the bar/cafe it's another 800m to reach the church. You can also ring the church bell.
Weekends are busy. Best to catch the 8am bus and get there early to beat the crowds.
It's worth the effort.
About 2.8km to walk from the bus stop. It's hilly so expect some steep sections.
From the bar/cafe it's another 800m to reach the church. You can also ring the church bell.
Weekends are busy. Best to catch the 8am bus and get there early to beat the crowds.
It's worth the effort.
Written October 13, 2019
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Dana G
Timisoara, Romania21 contributions
Apr 2022
On a recent trip to the area, we planned to see this. The path was under construction due to water damage.
The walk takes about 45 minutes..... it wasn't easy....but worth it. The view is unique!!!
The walk takes about 45 minutes..... it wasn't easy....but worth it. The view is unique!!!
Written May 2, 2022
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Dutetre
Boston, MA98 contributions
Sep 2019
Gaztelugatxe is an interesting place to visit even if you don't know Dragonstone from limestone; we didn't. Very picturesque. Nice views from the Ermita.
Be aware that the hike to and from the Ermita is not a walk in the park. The hike down to the ocean is steep, but the trail is in good shape. Then there are about 250 stairs to the Ermita. The killer is the segment from the ocean back up to the parking area. One is already tired from the previous segments. So, unless you are in good shape and are used to steep hikes, just take it easy going back up. It gets the heart pumping!
Be aware that the hike to and from the Ermita is not a walk in the park. The hike down to the ocean is steep, but the trail is in good shape. Then there are about 250 stairs to the Ermita. The killer is the segment from the ocean back up to the parking area. One is already tired from the previous segments. So, unless you are in good shape and are used to steep hikes, just take it easy going back up. It gets the heart pumping!
Written November 2, 2019
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Papamoabill
Papamoa, New Zealand366 contributions
Sep 2018 • Couples
This is a very deceptive walk. It's downhill there, except for the last 250 steps, and then uphill all the way back. Take water if a hot day! Actually, avoid this walk if unfit and it is a hot day! Fantastic experience.
Written September 7, 2018
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Kris M
Zaragoza, Spain105 contributions
Hola, estoy pensando en ir y quería saber si hay algún sitio para comer al aire libre cerca...voy con mi perro.
ivanol79
Castelldefels, Spain954 contributions
Hola krism275. No hay ningún problema en ir con tu perro y poder comer al aire libre. En la entrada del mismo camino de Gaztelugatxe hay un sitio para comer tanto en interior como en exterior
Jesus C
Valencia, Spain141 contributions
Desde donde dejas el coche, ¿qué distancia hay andando hasta la Ermita? ¿Hay mucho desnivel?
Gracias!
LENA81
Madrid, Spain8 contributions
Hola Jesuscembo!! Hay dos parking gratuitos, pero son pequeños, se llenan. Nosotros cogimos ticket por internet para ir a San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, reservas hora para que no haya tanta aglomeración de gente, aunque puedes ir por la tarde sin reserva. Ese ticket es gratuito. Desde que dejas el coche, la bajada es por un camino en pendiente, como una pendiente de 45°, pero con valla de madera y suelo de piedra y escalones y justo antes de llegar abajo, a la izquierda veréis un camino que os conduce a un mirador, hacer una paradita para contemplar la vistas. No sé decirte cuánta distancia hay hasta llegar al comienzo, ya que te paras a hacer bastantes fotos, pero por decirte algo aproximado sería como 500 metros o algo así, yo creo que más de 1km no es. A mi me costó más la subida de vuelta al coche por la pendiente que subir y bajar de la Ermita. Espero haberte ayudado algo y que lo disfrutes muchísimo!! Un saludo!!.
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