Every venue has a destination
AND BEC IS BACKED BY THE DESTINATION BILBAO BISCAY
Destination Bilbao Biscay
Located in the north of the Iberian Peninsula and in warm southern Europe, the waters of the Bay of Biscay lap a coastline of dreamlike landscapes and picturesque villages where the cuisine is a hallmark of identity.
The Basque character shapes a land with its own language and traditions, which welcomes visitors with a smile and features the green of its natural parks and lush forests in its palette of offerings.
Its proximity to San Sebastian, the region of Rioja Alavesa and France, as well as its direct connections to the main provincial capital cities of Spain and the European continent are among the other attractions for visitors to Bilbao and the territory of Biscay. It is a cosmopolitan city overlooking the sea and mountains.
Bilbao, a global icon of urban transformation, is the first stop on a surprising journey through the province of Biscay and the Basque universe, where the mountains, cliffs and beaches display their powerful, unusual nature…
The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is the main tourist attraction in a vibrant city, which invites you to try pintxos and txakoli. A land with attractive cultural options including museums, theatres, concerts, opera… that dons the in red and white to cheer on its team, Athletic Club de Bilbao.
Why Bilbao?
- Excellence and professionalism
- Easy international connections
- Airport 10km from city centre
- Venues and hotels within a maximum radius of 2.5 km
- Comfortable and easy internal movement
- Highly technologically developed
- A recognised culinary territory
- Near beaches and nature reserves
Language, sports and traditions
The Basque identity is marked by the deep imprint of its customs, dances, popular festivals, rural sports and its ancient language: Basque.
It is a unique character defined by its seafaring tradition and a strong connection to the land. An historical halo envelops every element of its rich culture, mystery shrouds its mythological beings and the echoes of the past mould its instruments, the rhythm of its songs and “bertsos”.
Gastronomy
Take a bite out of Bilbao Bizkaia. Basque cuisine has crossed international borders thanks to the quality of its raw materials, the variety and originality of its dishes, and its tradition of eating well. A territory that boasts chefs who have reinvented the classic recipe book while respecting and enhancing the value of seasonal and local product.
Bilbao Biscay offers a “menu” in which pintxos, Michelin stars, classic local dishes, great wines and a never-ending selection of exquisite, fresh seasonal products that supply restaurants, bars, taverns and Basque homes.
