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Goierri is the green and authentic heart of Gipuzkoa, a corner where time seems to take another rhythm. If you are looking to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the coast, here you will find deep valleys and mythical mountains that hold the purest Basque essence. It is the ideal destination for those who want to discover that there is life beyond the beaches, with landscapes that leave you breathless in every corner.

When looking for plans for Gipuzkoa, we often stay on the surface, but entering our Highlands allows us to live real experiences. The plans in Basque Highlands smell of fresh grass, millenary stone in its medieval villages and, of course, the best Idiazabal cheese. It is a mandatory stop if you are organizing your plans in the Basque Country and want to get to know the culture of grazing and the strength of nature in its purest form.

From the peaks of Aralar and Aizkorri-Aratz to the hustle and bustle of traditional markets, our region offers you a different and honest getaway. Get ready to put on your boots and let yourself be surprised by a region that has a lot to tell you.

Plans to do in Goierri

In the Basque Highlands the plans are adapted to what the body asks of you at all times. You can wear your boots to crown emblematic peaks, visit markets with centuries of history where the producer is the protagonist or discover museums that tell you how we lived and worked hundreds of years ago. From a quiet afternoon visiting an artisanal cheese factory to a day of adventure in the middle of nature, here you will always find a real experience that will make you feel part of our land.

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Ideal plans in couple or groups

Routes and hiking

For those looking for an active getaway, Goierri offers the perfect balance between challenge and contemplation. Groups and couples will find in the natural parks of Aralar and Aizkorri-Aratz trails that cross endless paths, with obligatory stops in Urbia.

If you prefer calm, Mutiloa-Ormaiztegi Greenway is ideal for walking along the old mining route. Cycling tourism also has its place with MTB routes through our natural parks and emblematic road ports. For the most demanding, the technical trails of Zegama-Aizkorri marathon are the sanctuary of trail running. It is undoubtedly one of the best plans in the Basque Country to reconnect with nature on foot or on wheels.

Peoples and heritage

For groups and couples looking for a cultural getaway with pose, the Goierri is a living museum of the Basque essence. Strolling through the medieval center of Segura or admiring the stately palaces of Ordizia allows you to discover the historical weight of these villas in a serene atmosphere and without crowds.

The offer is completed with essential stops such as the Igartza Monumental Complex in Beasain, a trip to the industrial and rural past, or the Zumalakarregi Museum in Ormaiztegi. For those who prefer mythology, the Barandiaran Museum in Ataun offers a magical and calm environment. They are plans by Gipuzkoa that perfectly combine history, architecture and legends, ideal to enjoy a leisurely conversation while discovering the territory.

Gastronomy and markets

The Basque Highlans are the gastronomic destination par excellence in Gipuzkoa. The Ordizia Market, which has been held every Wednesday since 1512, is the ideal place to stroll between bouquet stalls and discover the best seasonal products in a vibrant and genuine atmosphere.

The experience is completed in Idiazabal, where the Cheese Interpretation Center reveals the secrets of our most precious jewel. For those who enjoy a leisurely meal, the four authentic cider houses in the region keep the txotx ritual alive in a traditional setting. Together with the famous black pudding of Beasain, these plans in Euskadi are designed to enjoy good food and tradition without haste. Mutiloa-Ormaiztegi is ideal for walking along the old mining route without great slopes. Trail running lovers have their sanctuary here: they can put themselves to the test on the mythical and technical trails of the Zegama-Aizkorri. It is undoubtedly one of the best plans in the Basque Country to reconnect with nature on foot.

Outdoor activities

For those looking for an active getaway, Goierri offers the perfect balance between challenge and contemplation. Groups and couples will find in the natural parks of Aralar and Aizkorri-Aratz trails that cross endless paths, with obligatory stops in Urbia.

If you prefer calm, the Mutiloa-Ormaiztegi Greenway is ideal for walking along the old mining route. Cycling tourism also has its place with MTB routes through our natural parks and emblematic road ports. For the most demanding, the technical trails of the Zegama-Aizkorri are the sanctuary of trail running. It is undoubtedly one of the best plans in the Basque Country to reconnect with nature on foot or on wheels.

Why come to Basque Highlands?

Nature at hand

Here you do not need to be an expert mountaineer to enjoy the environment. You have accessible trails that take you through valleys, crystal clear rivers and landscapes dotted with traditional hamlets. It is the total disconnection in a rural environment that is kept alive.

Authenticity without overcrowding

If you are looking to escape from the usual tourist routes, this is your place. In our villages you will find calm and a real Basque essence, without agglomerations, where you can enjoy the hospitality of our people at your own pace.

Real gastronomy

Eating well is sacred in Goierri. From the atmosphere of the local markets to the ritual of a cider shop or a good pintxos route.

Very close from the capitals

The best about the Basque Highlands is that they are much closer than you think. In just 30 minutes from Donostia-San Sebastian or 50 minutes from Bilbao, you leave behind the noise of the city to plant yourself in the middle of the purest nature.

When to come?

Any time of year is perfect to discover the Basque Highlands, as each season transforms the landscape and the agenda.

Winter

The winter invites you to take refuge in our four authentic cider houses, enjoying the local atmosphere and the heat of the txotx. With spring, the orchards and the Ordizia Market burst into a special color, ideal for walking between stalls.

Spring

With spring, the orchards and the Ordizia Market burst into a special color, ideal for walking between stalls.

Summer

El verano es la época dorada para conquistar las cimas de Aralar y Aizkorri-Aratz, disfrutando del frescor de los hayedos y las fiestas populares que llenan de vida nuestras plazas.

Autumn

Autumn is the great event for lovers of good food, with gastronomic fairs that celebrate the best of our land.

How to get there?

Getting to Basque Highlands is easy thanks to its strategic location in the heart of Gipuzkoa, in the heart of the N-1 (Madrid-Irun). This privileged connection puts us one step away from the main capitals: we are only 30 minutes from Donostia-San Sebastian, 40 minutes from Vitoria-Gasteiz and just 50 minutes from Bilbao or Pamplona-Iruña. It is the ideal destination for those looking for an authentic getaway without spending hours on the road.

If you prefer public transport, the region is perfectly connected to Donostia-San Sebastain, Vitoria-Gasteiz, Bilbao and Pamplona-Iruña by regular bus lines and Madrid-Irun railway. Once here, mobility is guaranteed thanks to the local transport network of Lurraldebus (integrated in the Mugi system) and the local taxi service, allowing you to explore each valley and villa in total comfort and without the need for your own vehicle.

30 min
from San Sebastian

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from Vitoria-Gasteiz

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from Bilbao

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from Pamplona-Iruña

FAQ

What is the Basque Highlands?

Located in the heart of Gipuzkoa, Goierri is a region that personifies the most authentic Basque essence. Known as “The Highlands”, this territory balances the rural life of its hamlets with a living industrial history. It is a destination where the nature of the natural parks of Aralar and Aizkorri-Aratz coexists with medieval villages, centuries-old markets and a world-famous gastronomy led by the Idiazabal Cheese.

What plans are there in Goierri for couples?

For couples looking for a casual getaway, Goierri offers the ideal balance between romanticism, nature and good food. You can get lost in the medieval route of Segura or enjoy a leisurely walk along the Via Verde de Mutiloa-Ormaiztegi, where the mining landscape invites you to the conversation.

The experience is rounded off with a visit to the Cheese Interpretation Center in Idiazabal, followed by a quiet dinner in one of our four authentic cider houses or in the restaurants of local produce of Ordizia. It is a destination designed to disconnect from noise and reconnect between hayedos, mythology and flavors of always, enjoying the calm of an environment without overcrowding.

How long does it take to visit Goierri?

The ideal for groups and couples is to dedicate at least one full weekend. Two or three days allow you to balance the visit to a traditional fair with a quiet walk through the natural parks of Aralar or Aizkorri-Aratz.

If you have more time, a stay of four days will allow you to deepen our industrial history in the Igartza Monumental Complex, discover the secret of the Idiazabal Cheese and enjoy without haste the ritual of txotx in our four authentic cider houses. Goierri is a destination to savor calmly, where every corner invites you to stop and enjoy the landscape with hint.

Are there plans in Goierri to do in winter?

The winter in Goierri is one of the seasons with more character. It is the perfect time for groups and couples seeking refuge in the warmth of our four authentic cider houses, living the txotx ritual in an unbeatable local atmosphere.

In addition, rainy days invite you to discover our heritage under the roof, visiting the Idiazabal Cheese Interpretation Center or the Monumental Complex of Igartza. The snowy peaks of Aralar and Aizkorri-Aratz offer postcard prints, ideal for those who enjoy winter hiking before regaining strength with a good plate of Beasain black pudding or a barbecue by the fire. It is the season of flavor and shared tradition.

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