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Campings in Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain
Travel Tips & Guides Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain
History of Bilbao
Bilbao was founded by Don Diego Lopez de Haro V, Lord of Biscay, on 15 June 1300 in the place of an existing fishing settlement. The name of the city has unclear origins, some think it may come from "bel vado", ancient Spanish for "good river crossing" while others say that it comes from Basque "bi albo" meaning "two river banks". read more...
Food and Drink in Bilbao
The local custom is to call what are known in Spanish as tapas by the Basque name, Pintxos. read more...
What to See in Bilbao
Bilbao is the capital of Vizcaya in Basque Country in Spain. The city is situated on banks of the Nervión, a tidal river. The climate in Bilbao is milder here than in most other parts of the penninsula, rarely going below freezing in winter, or above 35ºC in summer. There is also more rain here, which is a mixed blessing. The green hills of Bilbao are a welcome relief after an extended stay in the dry plains in the south, but planning a day at the beach is less certain. The population of Bilbao proper is just over 372,000, but within the metropolitan area there are over 1,000,000 inhabitants. read more...
Get Around Bilbao
Bilbao is difficult to drive in. Hilly one way streets, and frequent construction projects make it a nightmare for drivers. read more...
