Forua

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Forua is a town and municipality located in the province of Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. ()

Alternative names: Population: ~920 pplArea: 3.09 mi²Coordinates: 43°20'7"N, 2°40'31"W

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Forua – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gernikako Arbola, Urdaibai Bird Center, Castillo de Arteaga, Santimamiñe.

1.4 miS
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Gernikako Arbola, Guernica
37 min walk • Gernikako Arbola is an oak tree that symbolizes traditional freedoms for the Biscayan people, and by extension for the Basque people as a whole. The Lords of Biscay swore to respect the Biscayan liberties under it, and the modern Lehendakari of the Basque Country swears his charge there.
1.2 miNE
Nature and wildlife, Park, View point
Urdaibai Bird Center, Urdaibai estuary
31 min walk • Urdaibai Bird Center is a nature museum. It provides an excellent observation point from which visitors can enjoy the world of birds and their migratory journeys.
1.5 miNE
Hotel, Forts and castles
Castillo de Arteaga, Urdaibai estuary
40 min walk • The Castillo de la Emperatriz Eugenia de Montijo is a neo-Gothic castle in the village of Arteaga, near Bilbao in the Basque Country of Spain. It is designated a Basque Heritage building.
2.1 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, History museum
Santimamiñe, Guernica
53 min walk • Santimamiñe cave, Kortezubi, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain, is one of the most important archaeological sites of the Basque Country, including a nearly complete sequence from the Middle Paleolithic to the Iron Age.
2.9 miE
Museum, Art gallery
Oma forest, Urdaibai estuary
74 min walk • Oma forest is a work of art created by Agustin Ibarrola, a Basque sculptor and painter. The work is located in a forest near Kortezubi, in the natural reserve of Urdaibai. It is also known as the "painted forest".
5.1 miN
Town
Mundaka
131 min walk • Mundaka is renowned for its epic waves, making it a mecca for surfers from around the world. The town's famous left-hand wave is considered one of the best in Europe, attracting experienced surfers seeking the ultimate thrill.
5.5 miNE
Town
Ea
142 min walk • Nestled in the lush green hills of the Basque Country region in Spain, the charming town of Ea is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by travelers seeking a peaceful retreat. With its picturesque setting along the Urdaibai estuary, Ea offers a tranquil escape from...
4.9 miNE
Town
Ibarrangelu
124 min walk • One of the town's main attractions is the Church of San Martín, a beautiful example of Basque Gothic architecture. Visitors can marvel at its intricate stone carvings and ornate decorations, while taking in the peaceful atmosphere of the surrounding countryside.
5.1 miN
Town
Elantxobe
130 min walk • One of the main attractions of Elantxobe is its stunning panoramic views of the sea and the surrounding coastline. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the waterfront promenade, where they can admire the colorful fishing boats bobbing in the harbor and watch the...
3.3 miN
Town
Busturia
84 min walk • One of the highlights of Busturia is the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, a protected area that is home to diverse flora and fauna. Visitors can explore the reserve on foot or by bike, taking in the breathtaking scenery and observing the local wildlife.