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Vitoria-Gasteiz
Vitoria-Gasteiz is the Basque Country's quiet capital, a city of medieval streets ringed by green belts of parkland that have earned it a reputation as one of Europe's greenest urban centres. Its old town climbs a hill in the shape of an almond, with the Gothic Santa María Cathedral at its core and arcaded squares spreading out below.
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How do I get to Vitoria-Gasteiz?
Vitoria-Gasteiz has its own small airport (VIT) with limited routes, so most travellers fly into Bilbao Airport (BIO) and continue by bus or road, a journey of around 45 minutes. The city's railway station sits on the Madrid-Hendaye line, with direct regional and long-distance trains from Madrid, Bilbao area connections and other northern Spanish cities.
How many days should I spend in Vitoria-Gasteiz?
Plan on 2 to 3 days to cover the old town, cathedral and surrounding parks at an easy pace, with time left for a side trip into the Rioja Alavesa wine country.
What is Vitoria-Gasteiz known for?
Vitoria-Gasteiz is the Basque Country's quiet capital, a city of medieval streets ringed by green belts of parkland that have earned it a reputation as one of Europe's greenest urban centres. Its old town climbs a hill in the shape of an almond, with the Gothic Santa María Cathedral at its core and arcaded squares spreading out below.