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Just 31 kilometers from San Sebastian<\/a>, in the heart of the Urola-Costa region of Gipuzkoa, is Zumaia. It is a town of about 9,700 inhabitants that has become one of the most touristic of all the Basque Country. Because it offers endless options for all kinds of visitors, as it has mountains, beaches, an interesting architectural heritage, rich gastronomy\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you dare to discover what you should not miss if you visit it and even what activities to do there? Here is our humble guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to see in Zumaia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Anyone who wants to visit Zumaia should know that they will have to dedicate some time to it, because there are many things to know in it. However, among the most significant we highlight the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Old town<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The first and most important thing to do in this town is, without a doubt, to take a walk through its historic center, of medieval origin. It is one of the most picturesque in the area and it includes some special buildings. Without forgetting, of course, that it is formed by a network of steep, unique and narrow streets that give it an undeniable attraction. And to this also contributes the set of houses that allow to know the local architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Parish Church of San Pedro Apostle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

From the 13th century is this temple of Gothic origin that has become one of the most important of Zumaia. In this place stands out in a special way its altarpiece of Juan de Antxiea. In addition, it has the singularity that nothing more to see it gives the sensation of being in front of a fortress more than of a religious building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has a single nave of 30 meters long and inside the arches of the entrance of its side chapels and the Gothic image of the Virgin and Child stand out in the same way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Port<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The seafaring essence of this Basque town is another of its hallmarks. For this reason, we recommend that you do not miss the opportunity to know this other space, which is basically already taken by what are recreational boats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of course, you will also be able to admire traditional fishing boats and even typical houses. Of course, you will have the opportunity to spend as much time as you want to see them because in the port there are catering establishments to have a drink or even eat while watching the life in that one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Flysch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Flych Zumaia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

There are many places that you should not miss in Zumaia, but, without a doubt, one of the most important is this one, of great national and international recognition. It is a geological phenomenon that is a consequence of the action of the wind and the sea on the rocks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is a simple route to discover it, see it and admire it, which will also give you the chance to fall in love with the breathtaking views of the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another option is to take a boat trip that allows you to enjoy its beauty in all its splendor from the sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n