{"id":144140,"date":"2025-02-19T17:40:12","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T16:40:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/aixola-reservoir-route-family-tour-in-debabarrena\/"},"modified":"2025-03-10T18:19:39","modified_gmt":"2025-03-10T17:19:39","slug":"aixola-reservoir-route-family-tour-in-debabarrena","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/aixola-reservoir-route-family-tour-in-debabarrena\/","title":{"rendered":"Aixola reservoir route, family tour in Debabarrena."},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a16047d88606\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/aixola-reservoir-route-family-tour-in-debabarrena\/#Route_of_the_Aixola_reservoir_a_simple_and_beautiful_route_suitable_for_all_audiences\" >Route of the Aixola reservoir, a simple and beautiful route suitable for all audiences.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/aixola-reservoir-route-family-tour-in-debabarrena\/#Information_about_the_route_to_the_Aixola_reservoir\" >Information about the route to the Aixola reservoir.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/aixola-reservoir-route-family-tour-in-debabarrena\/#Aixola_reservoir_route\" >Aixola reservoir route.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/aixola-reservoir-route-family-tour-in-debabarrena\/#History_of_the_Aixola_Dam\" >History of the Aixola Dam.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/aixola-reservoir-route-family-tour-in-debabarrena\/#How_to_get_there\" >How to get there.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/aixola-reservoir-route-family-tour-in-debabarrena\/#What_to_see_near_the_Aixola_reservoir\" >What to see near the Aixola reservoir.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/aixola-reservoir-route-family-tour-in-debabarrena\/#Water_supply\" >Water supply.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/aixola-reservoir-route-family-tour-in-debabarrena\/#Frequently_asked_questions_about_the_Aixola_reservoir_route\" >Frequently asked questions about the Aixola reservoir route.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/aixola-reservoir-route-family-tour-in-debabarrena\/#Family_routes_in_Euskadi\" >Family routes in Euskadi.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/aixola-reservoir-route-family-tour-in-debabarrena\/#Video_of_the_Aixola_reservoir\" >Video of the Aixola reservoir.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Route_of_the_Aixola_reservoir_a_simple_and_beautiful_route_suitable_for_all_audiences\"><\/span>Route of the Aixola reservoir, a simple and beautiful route suitable for all audiences.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The route to the Aixola reservoir is one of the most emblematic routes in the region of Debabarrena. A route that has all the requirements to be classified as a <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/basque-country\/75-routes-to-do-with-children-in-euskadi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">family route in Euskadi<\/a>: a route of low difficulty and with great scenic richness. The Aixola reservoir is located in the western center of the Historical Territory of <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gipuzkoa<\/a>, on the border of <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bizkaia<\/a>. This is an area of the Basque Country where industry has been very important throughout history.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25357\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/soltando-agua-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"releasing water, Aixola reservoir route\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/soltando-agua-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/soltando-agua-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/soltando-agua-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/>The Aixola river was dammed in order to solve the water problems existing in this part of the Basque Country. Under its waters were submerged baserris ( <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/basque-country\/94-basque-words-useful-on-your-trip-to-the-basque-country\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Basque<\/a> for farmhouses), mills and many other centuries-old buildings. Today, the road that runs along the contour of the reservoir invites us to enjoy a journey of just over 4 kilometers in the company of water and vegetation. A perfect setting for strolling and enjoying nature. Would you like to visit the Aixola reservoir with us?       <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25351\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ruta-de-Aixola-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"route of Aixola, Aixola reservoir route\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ruta-de-Aixola-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ruta-de-Aixola-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ruta-de-Aixola-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><div class=\"box info  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Information_about_the_route_to_the_Aixola_reservoir\"><\/span><strong>Information about the route to the Aixola reservoir<\/strong>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"checklist tie-list-shortcode\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Online reservations<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/reservas\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Distance<\/strong>: 4.5 km.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Difficulty<\/strong>: Familiar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Type of route: <\/strong>Circular<strong>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Aixola reservoir, Elgeta, Gipuzkoa, Basque Country.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<div class=\"google-map \"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"\" height=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" marginheight=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m14!1m8!1m3!1d10043.449634050634!2d-2.509607201525929!3d43.15816205607412!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x0%3A0x69e62714efc790a4!2sEmbalse%20de%20Aixola!5e1!3m2!1ses!2ses!4v1609063098638!5m2!1ses!2ses&amp;output=embed\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p>The route that we present today has paved sections, concrete sections and sections of forest track, which makes it possible to make this route by bike. We even saw people with child seats. In the latter case, we must say that some sections can be a bit uncomfortable. Of course, during the entire circular route there is only one section with some unevenness, the rest is practically flat.   <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25332\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/casas-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"houses, Aixola reservoir route\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/casas-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/casas-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/casas-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aixola_reservoir_route\"><\/span><strong>Aixola reservoir route<\/strong>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>The route that we present today offers a very pleasant route at the foot of the Aixola reservoir. A sheet of water that allows us to enjoy nature while we exercise. A very simple route, with practically no slope, that allows us to cross this Basque reservoir on foot or by bicycle.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25353\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ruta-presa-aixola-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"aixola dam route, Aixola reservoir route\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ruta-presa-aixola-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ruta-presa-aixola-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ruta-presa-aixola-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/>As we have already mentioned, the perimeter road of the dam allows us to make this circular route in both directions. In our case, we did it counterclockwise, crossing the dam and entering the forest. But as we have indicated, the direction of the route is indifferent.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25334\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/desvio-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"detour, Aixola reservoir route\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/desvio-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/desvio-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/desvio-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/>This route suitable for all audiences has no loss, and is that throughout the route we have the possibility to contemplate the reservoir itself to our left. As if this were not enough, the perimeter road of the reservoir is perfectly signposted. For what today we are not going to describe step by step the detours to take, since they practically do not exist. If you choose to follow our steps, remember, the reservoir is always on our left.       <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25346\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/presa-vistas-desde-el-camino-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"dam as seen from the road, Aixola reservoir route\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/presa-vistas-desde-el-camino-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/presa-vistas-desde-el-camino-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/presa-vistas-desde-el-camino-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>That said, we must point out that this road has paved sections, cement sections and sections of track. A fact, which is more noticeable if we have to make this route with child seats. The road is full of small ditches that cross the road surface to carry the water coming down from the mountains to the reservoir. Unfortunately they are not very visible so we recommend you to be attentive to the ground.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25339\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/marcas-ruta-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"marks route, Aixola reservoir route\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/marcas-ruta-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/marcas-ruta-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/marcas-ruta-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/>Remember that it is forbidden to fish, bathe or make fire around the reservoir. Some rules, which we will see on the panels that we find along the 4.5 km of which has this route. We must indicate that this same route can also be done leaving our vehicle in the center of municipalities such as Elgeta, Zaldibar or Ermua, that yes, the difficulty and profile of the route change completely.     <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25336\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/embalse-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-1024x767.jpg\" alt=\"Aixola reservoir, Aixola reservoir route\" width=\"618\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/embalse-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/embalse-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/embalse-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-768x575.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History_of_the_Aixola_Dam\"><\/span><strong>History of the Aixola Dam.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>Due to drinking water supply problems in the city of Eibar, the Provincial Council of Gipuzkoa decided to build a dam to ensure the supply. Thus, in June 1978, construction work began on the Aixola dam. The construction of the dam was delayed and finally it was not completed until December 1981.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25335\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/embalse-de-aixola-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"aixola reservoir, Aixola reservoir route\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/embalse-de-aixola-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/embalse-de-aixola-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/embalse-de-aixola-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/>After its filling, more than 6 baserris were submerged under its waters. According to the project, a road over 3 kilometers long and 6 meters wide was built to connect the Eitzaga neighborhood of Zaldibar with the dam. More than 50,000 cubic meters of earth were also removed to create this reservoir, which holds more than 375,000 cubic meters of water. The dam, a structure over 50 meters high and 195 meters long, is the most striking and important element of the whole project.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25340\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/mirador-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"viewpoint, Aixola reservoir route\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/mirador-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/mirador-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/mirador-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/>Currently, the Aixola reservoir collects water from the Egoarbitza (734 m), Santama\u00f1azar (677 m), Erdella (690 m) and other surrounding peaks. This makes it the fifth largest reservoir in Gipuzkoa after the reservoirs of Ibai Eder, Urkulu, Ibiur and Arriaran. The reservoirs of Lareo and Barrendiola are smaller in quantity. Most of the forests next to the reservoir are made up of different species of pine, mostly due to forestry exploitation.        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25324\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/arroyo-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"creek, Aixola reservoir route\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/arroyo-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/arroyo-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/arroyo-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_there\"><\/span><strong>How to get there<\/strong>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>The best option to reach the Aixola reservoir is to use the AP8 highway that connects <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/199-things-to-see-in-bilbao\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bilbao <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/33-places-to-see-in-donostia-san-sebastian\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Donostia-San Sebasti\u00e1n<\/a> in the direction of Ermua<strong>.<\/strong> Once in this Biscayan town, we must turn off towards Eitzaga (Zaldibar) via a road that we find at the beginning of the municipality, on the left hand side. From this point, the road to the Aixola reservoir is easy, just follow the road straight ahead. Remember that there is no parking for visitors, so we must leave the car on the side of the road, next to the dam. You can also get to the Aixola dam and reservoir from Elgeta, but honestly, we think it is much better to use the route that we have indicated.   <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25322\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/aparcamiento-carretera-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"parking, road, Aixola reservoir route\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/aparcamiento-carretera-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/aparcamiento-carretera-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/aparcamiento-carretera-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_see_near_the_Aixola_reservoir\"><\/span><strong>What to see near the Aixola reservoir.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>The Aixola reservoir is located on the border between Bizkaia and Gipuzkoa, a strategic location from where you can visit some of the most striking areas of both provinces. We encourage you to take advantage of your trip to Aixola to get to know part of our land better. <\/p>\n<div class=\"box shadow  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<p><div class=\"starlist tie-list-shortcode\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/durango-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Durango<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-24476\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/santa-ana-Durango-que-ver-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"santa ana, Durango what to see\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/santa-ana-Durango-que-ver.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/santa-ana-Durango-que-ver-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/santa-ana-Durango-que-ver-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/elorrio-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Elorrio<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-22924\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Errebonbillo-Elorrio-que-ver-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Errebonbillo, Elorrio what to see\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Errebonbillo-Elorrio-que-ver.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Errebonbillo-Elorrio-que-ver-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Errebonbillo-Elorrio-que-ver-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/otxandio-what-to-see-and-what-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Otxandio<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-17014\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/calle-de-otxandio-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"otxandio street\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/calle-de-otxandio.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/calle-de-otxandio-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Soraluze.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-23363\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/vistas-desde-el-restaurante-txurruka-jatetxea-Soraluze-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"views from the restaurant txurruka jatetxea Soraluze\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/vistas-desde-el-restaurante-txurruka-jatetxea-Soraluze.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/vistas-desde-el-restaurante-txurruka-jatetxea-Soraluze-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/vistas-desde-el-restaurante-txurruka-jatetxea-Soraluze-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Eibar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-14858\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Escudo-Eibar-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Eibar Coat of Arms\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Escudo-Eibar.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Escudo-Eibar-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/route-of-the-dolmens-of-debabarrena\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Route of the dolmens<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-23277\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/fotografia-ruta-de-los-dolmenes-Karaketa-Irukurutzeta-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"photography, route of the dolmens Karaketa Irukurutzeta\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/fotografia-ruta-de-los-dolmenes-Karaketa-Irukurutzeta.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/fotografia-ruta-de-los-dolmenes-Karaketa-Irukurutzeta-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/fotografia-ruta-de-los-dolmenes-Karaketa-Irukurutzeta-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/lekeitio-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lekeitio<\/a>.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25045\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/puerto-de-lekeitio-barcos-qu%C3%A9-ver-en-Lekeitio-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"port of lekeitio, boats, what to see in Lekeitio, boats, what to see in Lekeitio\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\"\/><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/mutriku-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mutriku<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-23419\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/piscinas-naturales-Mutriku-que-ver-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"natural pools, Mutriku what to see\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/piscinas-naturales-Mutriku-que-ver.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/piscinas-naturales-Mutriku-que-ver-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/piscinas-naturales-Mutriku-que-ver-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/deba-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Deba<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18392\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/banco-deba-vistas-playa-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"bank must, must see and do\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/banco-deba-vistas-playa.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/banco-deba-vistas-playa-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/zarautz-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Zarautz<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25016\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/zarautz-desde-Talaimendi-1024x767.jpg\" alt=\"zarautz from Talaimendi\" width=\"618\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/zarautz-desde-Talaimendi.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/zarautz-desde-Talaimendi-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/zarautz-desde-Talaimendi-768x575.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/sanctuary-of-arantzazu-visits-schedules-and-much-more\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Arantzazu<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-23193\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/santuario-de-arantzazu-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"arantzazu sanctuary\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/santuario-de-arantzazu.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/santuario-de-arantzazu-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/santuario-de-arantzazu-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/leintz-gatzaga-what-to-see-and-what-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Leintz Gatzaga<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-11431\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Casco-Historico-de-Leintz-Gatzaga-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Historical Center of Leintz Gatzaga\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Casco-Historico-de-Leintz-Gatzaga.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Casco-Historico-de-Leintz-Gatzaga-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/toulouse-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tolosa<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-7171\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Tolosa-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Tolosa\" width=\"618\" height=\"348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Tolosa.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Tolosa-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/div><\/p>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Water_supply\"><\/span><strong>Water supply<\/strong>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>The Urkulu and Aixola reservoirs are responsible for supplying drinking water to most of the municipalities that we are in this area of Euskadi. 2 sheets of water that invite us to take a walk. And we must remember that the Urkulu reservoir has a route with similar characteristics to the one we present today. If you want to know more information, we recommend you to read our article &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/gipuzkoa\/what-to-see-in-gipuzkoa\/urkulu-reservoir-route-family-tour-in-aretxabaleta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Urkulu reservoir route, family route in Aretxabaleta<\/a>&#8220;, we are sure you will love it. Currently, Aixola is the reservoir of Eibar and the rest of the municipalities of Debabarrena, since Urkulu has sufficient capacity to supply drinking water to the entire population.    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25321\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/agua-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"water, Aixola reservoir route\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/agua-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/agua-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/agua-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions_about_the_Aixola_reservoir_route\"><\/span><strong>Frequently asked questions about the Aixola reservoir route.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>After making the circular route around the Aixola reservoir we wanted to publish a section with all the frequently asked questions about this space in Gipuzkoa. We hope it will be of help during your visit. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25330\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/camino-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"road , Aixola reservoir route\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/camino-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/camino-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/camino-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><div class=\"box shadow  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<div class=\"checklist tie-list-shortcode\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Are there fountains during the tour?  <\/strong>Yes, but we do not know if they are drinkable. If in doubt, it is better to bring your own water bottle. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Can it be done by bike?<\/strong>  Yes, in fact, this route is part of a mountain bike tour.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How steep is this route?  <\/strong>The accumulated difference in altitude does not reach 10 meters. As you can see it is a practically flat route. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Where can I consult the best experiences and rural houses in the Basque Country?<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/reservas\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Can the route be done with a child seat?  <\/strong>Yes, although in certain stretches it will be a bit uncomfortable since they are not paved.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is there free parking for vehicles?  <\/strong>There is no parking lot as such.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is it possible to swim in the Aixola reservoir?<\/strong>  No.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is it possible to fish in the Aixola reservoir?  <\/strong>No.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div><strong> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25355\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/se%C3%B1al-prohibido-ba%C3%B1arse-pescar-acampar-fuego-Ruta-embalse-de-Aixola-1024x767.jpg\" alt=\"sign prohibited bathing, fishing, camping, fire, Aixola reservoir route\" width=\"618\" height=\"463\"\/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Family_routes_in_Euskadi\"><\/span><strong>Family routes in Euskadi.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>There are thousands of family routes that we have in Euskadi, routes that we continue to share with all of you. In case you like this type of routes, we encourage you to consult regularly our article &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/basque-country\/75-routes-to-do-with-children-in-euskadi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">routes to do with children in Euskadi<\/a>&#8221; we update it every month with new proposals. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-25224\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Zapatilla-correr-senderismo-rutas-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Sneaker, running, hiking, trails, routes\" width=\"618\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Zapatilla-correr-senderismo-rutas.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Zapatilla-correr-senderismo-rutas-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Zapatilla-correr-senderismo-rutas-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 618px) 100vw, 618px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Video_of_the_Aixola_reservoir\"><\/span><strong>Video of the Aixola reservoir<\/strong>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div><div style=\"margin-top:20px; margin-bottom:20px;\" class=\"divider divider-solid\"><\/div>\n<p>As usual, we wanted to accompany the words and photographs about the Aixola reservoir with a short video in which we show you the beauty of this incredible corner of Euskadi. We are sure that it will help you to know better the route that we recommend today. In case you like this kind of videos, we encourage you to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC4e9R7bDBYksN2t8dYUOfXw?sub_confirmation=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">subscribe to our YouTube channel<\/a> so you do not miss all the experiences and places that we recommend throughout the Basque Country.  <\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ruta embalse de Aixola\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B33c2hnbSGA?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>As you have been able to see, the <strong>route along the Aixola reservoir<\/strong> is a family route suitable for all audiences. In case you have any questions about this route, we recommend that you use the comments system that you will find below these lines to let us know.  We will try to respond as soon as possible. Ondo pasa!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Route of the Aixola reservoir, a simple and beautiful route suitable for all audiences. &nbsp; The route to the Aixola reservoir is one of the most emblematic routes in the region of Debabarrena. 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