ZARAUTZ
ZARAUTZ BEACH
In addition to being the longest beach in the Basque Country, it is located to the south of the Cantabrian sea. It is a beach is 2,500 meters long, with fine golden sand. It is characterized by its well-known colourful cloth beach huts, called Awnings. Zarautz beach offers the chance to practise different sports and, of course, is a magnificent place for leisure and relaxing. In addition to the many bathers, many surf enthusiasts come the Zarautz beach to surf. As well as having one of the best European grassroots surf schools, a renowned international surf competition is held every year. In the fauna located on one side of the beach, inhabits a rich flora and fauna. On the seafront promenade located along the beach we can find children’s parks, cafeterias and streets leading up to the urban centre of the town. The seafront is 1.5 km long.
SERVICES
Toilest, adapted toiles, showers, adapted showers, life guards, surveillance tower, healthcare services, public address system, water sports, litter bins, services for persons with disabilities, awnings for rent, water fountains, feet cleaning areas, bike parking, bar, restaurant, children’s play area, sports area.
ORIO
ANTILLA BEACH
This beach located between green areas is second to none for spending a day out with the family. It is also known as Plaiaundi. On one side is the mouth of the Oria river and the slope of mount Kukuarri on the other. It is surrounded by several green areas offering the chance to sunbathe, since it is a beach that adapts itself to different wants and needs: picnics, playing in the park, a bar and restaurant… It’s well suited for walking, as well as for surfing, windsurfing or kayaking. And, of course, for fishing.
SERVICES
Toilets, adapted toilets, showers, adapted showers, life guards, surveillance tower, public address system, water sports, fishing, litter bins, fountains, feet cleaning area, car park, bike parking, bar, restaurant, children’s play area, grassland.
GETARIA
MALKORBE BEACH
It is a beautiful beach with calm waters. Located next to the port of Getaria from where the “Mouse of Getaria” can be seen. The beach is 420 meters long and the sea is quite calm, superb for a relaxing day among friends or family.
SERVICES
Showers, life guards, surveillance tower, healthcare services, publid address system, water sports, services for persons with disabilities, awnings for rent, car park, bar, restaurant, children’s play area, kiosk, sports area.
GAZTETAPE BEACH
Gaztetape beach is located to the west of the “Mouse of Getaria” (Mount San Antón), protected behind it. It has fine golden sand and is exposed to the Cantabrian sea. It is a small and stunning beach 180 meters long. A great place to enjoy the waves and go surfing, windsurfing, kayaking or fishing.
SERVICES
Showers, life guards, surveillance tower, healthcare services, public address system, water sports, litter bins, services for persons with disabilities, awnings for rent, car park, bar, restaurant, children’s play area, kiosk, sports area.
ZUMAIA
ITZURUN BEACH
Itzurun beach is located next to a spectacular vertical stone wall 150 meters high. It has dark sand and is 270 meters long. It is exposed to the Cantabrian sea and protected by San Telmo chapel, surrounded by stunning cliffs. Straight ahead you can see the geological morphological phenomenon called the “Flysch”.
SERVICES
Toilets, showers, life guards, surveillance tower, healthcare service, public address system, water sports, sport fishing, litter bins, awning rentals (all summer), fountains, feet washing area, booths (changing rooms), bike parking, bar, restaurant.
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SANTIAGO BEACH
Se sitúa junto a un ecosistema de dunas que contiene más de 50 especies. La playa de Santiago se ubica al lado de la desembocadura del río Urola y algo alejada del núcleo urbano. Contiene aguas tranquilas, a pesar de que, en ocasiones, llega cierto oleaje. Tiene una longitud de 350 metros y una anchura de 175 metros. Es un lugar apropiado para practicar windsurf y piragüismo.
SERVICES
Toilets, showers, life guards, surveillance tower, healthcare service, public address system, water sports, litter bins, fountains, feet washing area, bike parking, bar, protected dune area.