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Punta Galea Cliffs – Gorrondatxe Beach loop from Sopela

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Spain
Basque Country
Biscay
Munguia
Sopelana

Punta Galea Cliffs – Gorrondatxe Beach loop from Sopela

Hard

4.6

(36)

247

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Punta Galea Cliffs – Gorrondatxe Beach loop from Sopela

05:15

18.9km

360m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 10, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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3.01 km

Barinatxe - The Wild Beach

Highlight • Beach

A beautiful beach with high waves depending on the weather, great for surfers (surfing school is also available)! For swimmers there is a small and secured by lifeguards zone.

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6.78 km

Punta Galea Cliffs

Highlight • Gorge

Punta Galea, a cape on the Basque Country coast, has stunning rocky cliffs that jut out into the sea.

The area is known for huge waves and surfing. In 2014/5, …

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3

8.10 km

La Galea Fort

Highlight • Historical Site

In these areas there are these and other ruins of the war.

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4

9.85 km

Playa de Arrigunaga

Highlight • Beach

Above the bay, two typical Spanish cafes! Last stop before hiking around the cliffs 👍

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5

12.3 km

Punta Galea Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

The lighthouse is located at the entrance to the Bilbao estuary. It is a beautiful walk along the cliffs and the Cantabrian sea. There is an exercise area and benches to rest looking at the sea.

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14.1 km

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14.7 km

Bunker with Sea View

Highlight • Monument

Old bunker plant, which offers a beautiful view! Unfortunately a bit dirty ...

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15.0 km

Gorrondatxe Beach

Highlight • Beach

Panoramic views, highly recommended to visit the area.

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18.9 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.4 km

2.83 km

2.77 km

505 m

349 m

Surfaces

14.0 km

1.75 km

1.54 km

1.06 km

503 m

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