Getaria is a coastal town located in the province of Gipuzkoa, in the autonomous community of Basque Country, in the North of Spain. This coastal village is located on the Urola Coast, with Zarautz to the east and Zumaia to the west.
Getaria is known for being Juan Sebastián Elcano’s hometown, a seaman well-known for being the first man to circumnavigate the earth. He was captain of the Nao Victoria, the one ship in Magellan’s ill-fated fleet which completed the voyage.
Today, Getaria is also famous for its restaurants serving grilled fish and a white wine with a protected designation of origin which is cultivated in the surroundings of this coastal town and takes the name of Getariako Txakolina. Moreover, the Cristobal Balenciaga Museum is also located in this village.
The annual Txakoli Festival is held in January each year.
Destination: A 14 Kilometer walk through txakoli vineyards.
We will be visiting the McCallum family who teach English and specialize in photograph, videography and social media to assist area businesses with a web presence.
An event you do not want to miss!
Getaria
Gipuzkoa
Basque Country
