Arantzazu, the birthplace of contemporary Basque art.

Towering over the trees that surround it, the Sanctuary of Arantzazu is a magnificent example of Basque avant-garde architecture, featuring works by Jorge Oteiza, Eduardo Chillida and other artists.

 

The tour, which lasts about 45 minutes, begins with a 10-minute video at the Visitor Centre. It continues with a visit to the 20th-century basilica, where visitors will learn about the construction of the building, the history of the surrounding area and the works of the sculptors.

 

Finally, visitors will explore the crypt, which features murals by Basterretxea and a polychrome wooden altarpiece by Lucio Muñoz, measuring 600 square metres. Arantzazu is also one of the stops on the Camino Ignaciano (the Way of Saint Ignatius), which marks the route taken by Saint Ignatius in 1522 from Loyola to Manresa.

Theme

  • Culture

Suitable for

  • Couple
  • Friends

Includes

- Introductory video

Guided tour

Not included

Does not include travel to the location of the experience

Minimum group

2 people

Length

45 minutes

When available

Monday

10:30, 12:30, 17:00

Tuesday

10:30, 12:30, 17:00

Wednesday

10:30, 12:30, 17:00

Thursday

10:30, 12:30, 17:00

Friday

10:30, 12:30, 17:00

Saturday

10:30, 12:30, 17:00

Sunday

10:30, 12:30, 17:00

More information: 

943 79 64 63 /  943 71 89 11 

 infoturismo@debagoiena.eus http://www.turismodebagoiena.eus

 

 

Languages

Spanish, Basque