AREAS OF NATURAL BEAUTY

Passion green colour

20% of our surface is classified as a Protected Natural Area. There are a total of six Natural Parks and two Protected Biotopes. Open 24 hours. No need to knock. Come on in and discover the pathways through the extraordinary natural parks in Gipuzkoa.

Geopark

Geopark

Is a small area wedged in between the Bay of Biscay and the Basque mountains
Aralar Natural Park

Aralar Natural Park

Higher elevation meadows are a predominant feature of Aralar's characteristic landscape
Aizkorri-Aratz Natural Park

Aizkorri-Aratz Natural Park

One of the highest peaks in the Basque Country at 1551 metres.
Pagoeta

Pagoeta

The Aia natural park is located between Orio and Zarautz.
Peñas de Aia Natural Park

Peñas de Aia Natural Park

The fascinating Peñas de Aia mountains dominate the landscape stretching from San Sebastian to the French border.
Leitzaran Biotope

Leitzaran Biotope

Declared a protected biotope because of the quality of its riverside forest.
Iñurritza Protected Natural Landscape

Iñurritza Protected Natural Landscape

One of the widest dune fields in the Basque Country
Plaiaundi Ecology Park

Plaiaundi Ecology Park

This natural area with high ecological value is a veritable paradise for birdwatchers