Biscay

Why go

The province makes the connection between industry and landscape unusually easy to follow. The Vizcaya Bridge spans the Nervión mouth, while Urdaibai opens into a different estuary setting. Enkarterri’s ironworks and factory museum take the story inland, with Bilbao supplying a base for art and city architecture.

What to look for

• The Vizcaya Bridge carries its gondola across the Nervión mouth.
• Urdaibai’s estuary contrasts with Bilbao’s urban waterfront.
• El Pobal ironworks and La Encartada preserve different working environments.

Useful to know

• Plan Urdaibai and Enkarterri as separate regional outings from Bilbao.
• At the Vizcaya Bridge, choose between the river-level crossing and the elevated walkway.