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Set in a superb location on the coast the island of Gaztelugatxe is now tied to the mainland by a causeway. The hermitage of San Juan is at the top of the monticule. There are apparently over 200 steps down and then up to get to the chapel, which for the most part is closed, although there is a covered area on the right for meditation and a good view of the ocean and the mainland if the weather is inclement. There is Mass during Easter, July and August, with a special pilgrimage dedicated to San Juan the 24 th of June each year. Built in the 10th c. it has been attacked many times, notably by Francis Drake and even as recently as 1978 was destroyed by fire and re-opened two years later. On the way there is a belvedere from which you can take photos if you don't want to do the whole hike. Or for those physically challenged about 1 km further on the main coast road there is another viewpoint at the first parking lot on the left.
Written Aug 19, 2012
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On the coast road that leads from Bermeo to Bakio, is this small Romanesque chapel. Dating from the 12th c. it has been renovated but is basically the same as 1000 years ago and is thus one of the oldest Christian buildings in the whole Biscay area. It has a portico that runs completely round the building under the pitched roof. The chapel was closed when we passed and there is nothing to tell when it would be open, although the yard in front can be lit so it's possible that Mass is celebrated outside at certain times.
Written Aug 17, 2012
Address: Barrio de San Pelaio, BI 3101, Bakio
A small island connected to the mainland by an artificial bridge.
On the top of the island there is a small monastery with many "ex-voto" of sailors who were rescued during emergencies.
You can reach the top of the hill by climbing a long and winding path that includes 229 steps. From up there there is a magnificent view over the coast of Vizcaya and the surrounding small islands.
Written Oct 25, 2006
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This region is a WWF sanctuarry, and it is very pleasant to take one of the walks and just enjoy the scenery.
Just be sure that the only thing you leave behind are your footprints, take all your garbage with you.
Written Oct 25, 2003
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It´s a very beautiful hermitage. It´s located above a little island, and to reach it you have to up 267 stairs.
Written Dec 1, 2004
Bermeo is a working fishing village. Its harbour is not a picturesque picture-postcard view, but a place where hard graft takes place. Having said that, the food and drink available in this hilly......
Actually didn't see anything of this town as I found it impossible to find anywhere to park. The parking spaces around the church were taken up by carrousels for the kids and other things. I hate...
This page will be more about Mundaka than Bermeo, as that is where we stayed and as Mundaka is unknown here on VT. But as bermeo is walking distance from Mundaka, they both will be mentioned...
It's fishing fleet is still one of the largest remaining on this side of Spain. Colourfull boats waiting to go out...
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