About destiny
Discover Encartaciones, a paradise of mountains, valleys and historical heritage. Explore medieval towers, ironworks and enjoy its delicious gastronomy. A perfect destination to connect with the essence of Bizkaia.
Our recommendation
Encartaciones-Enkarterri offers industrial history, unique traditions and a rich gastronomy. Discover towns like Balmaseda, Portugalete or Zierbena, and marvel at the nature of the Karrantza Valley and its charming coastline.
Balmaseda
Balmaseda, the first village of Bizkaia, combines medieval history, emblematic bridges, unique traditions and delicious local gastronomy. Unforgettable!
Industrial heritage
Encartaciones preserves a rich industrial heritage with jewels such as the forge of El Pobal and La Encartada, a factory-museum that revives the textile history. Unique witnesses of a vibrant past.
Nature in its purest form
Encartaciones invites you to discover the Karrantza Valley, the impressive Ordunte mountains, caves like Pozalagua and unique natural landscapes that combine history and beauty.
Villages
Encartaciones combines history and diversity: discover Gordexola, with elegant indiano houses; Zierbena and Santurtzi, charming coastal towns; and Portugalete and Barakaldo, symbols of the Basque industrial and manufacturing legacy.
