Selected routes
Proposal of routes to explore the Cider Country
The most beautiful places and a selection of the best routes that you can enjoy in Sagardoaren Lurraldea – Cider Country. Blacksmith forges, ancient forts, rivers, and more; enclaves with a surprising history. Have a look at our offers to enjoy our territory, just 15 minutes from Donostia-San Sebastian.
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The Laia tour
Along this route, you can enter into the natural space of Santa Barbara and learn about different cultural elements related to the town of Hernani. Laia, a girl from Hernani, will guide you throughout the whole adventure.
The best: Discover the environment of Mount Santa Barbara, linking the historic centre, nature, sports, orientation, observation, and culture.
Location: Tourist information point of Hernani – Hernani
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"Harria Hitz" tour
The Oria river is the perfect setting for rowing. There is a reason rowers of the Orio rowing team train here. It is a great beginner's activity for the whole family.
The best: Discover the history of Usurbil in the recovery of Basque culture through sculptures and emblematic places.
Location: Usurbil
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Kayak on the Oria river
The Oria river is the perfect setting for rowing. There is a reason rowers of the Orio rowing team train here. It is a great beginner's activity for the whole family.
The best: You can do sporting activities in the river and enjoy the beautiful landscape of the shores of the Oria river, home to ancient shipyards.
Location: Orio Town Hall Square – Orio
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San Marcos Fort
San Marcos Fort is located in an exquisite location, less than 10km from Donostia-San Sebastian, and surrounded by nature. It is undoubtedly the viewpoint par excellence of the region of Oarsoaldea.
The best: Enjoy the views offered from this viewpoint of the bays of La Concha, Pasaia and Txingudi.
Location: San Marcos bidea – Errenteria
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Other offers nearby
Culinary museums – Less than 1 hour away D’Elikatuz In this Centre of Food, Nutrition, and Gastronomy located in Ordizia, you can find out everything
The best:
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Route of the Silver Lighthouse
This is a beautiful walking tour that allows us to cross the coastal hills from the neighbourhood of Gros to Pasaia in a few hours. A stone's throw from the streets of the capital of Donostia-San Sebastian and the active port of Pasaia, Mount Ulia is a beautiful place where you can enjoy majestic ocean views.
The best: Enjoy the landscape of the bays of Donostia-San Sebastian and Pasaia from the top of the mountain.
Location: Zurriola hiribidea – Donostia-San Sebastian
Did you know...
A butcher named San Juan de Olabide was mayor of Astigarra in 1580 to the outrage of the Lord of Murguia.