{"id":180844,"date":"2026-05-19T22:10:10","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T20:10:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/?p=180844"},"modified":"2026-05-19T22:29:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T20:29:33","slug":"balmaseda-castle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/balmaseda-castle\/","title":{"rendered":"Balmaseda Castle"},"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-6a0f4e0964173\" 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 style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/balmaseda-castle\/#Balmaseda_Castle_guided_tours_of_one_of_the_most_important_sites_in_Enkarterri\" >Balmaseda Castle: guided tours of one of the most important sites in Enkarterri.<\/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\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/balmaseda-castle\/#Information_about_Balmaseda_Castle\" >Information about Balmaseda Castle.<\/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\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/balmaseda-castle\/#Balmaseda_Castle\" >Balmaseda Castle.<\/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\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/balmaseda-castle\/#Video\" >V\u00eddeo.<\/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\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/balmaseda-castle\/#History_of_Balmaseda_Castle\" >History of Balmaseda Castle.<\/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\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/balmaseda-castle\/#Viewpoints_at_the_castle\" >Viewpoints at the castle.<\/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\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/balmaseda-castle\/#Guided_tours_in_Balmaseda\" >Guided tours in Balmaseda.<\/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\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/balmaseda-castle\/#Balmaseda_a_town_steeped_in_history\" >Balmaseda, a town steeped in history.<\/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\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/balmaseda-castle\/#Group_tours_in_Enkarterri\" >Group tours in Enkarterri.<\/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\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/balmaseda-castle\/#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-11\" href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/balmaseda-castle\/#What_to_see_nearby\" >What to see nearby.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Balmaseda_Castle_guided_tours_of_one_of_the_most_important_sites_in_Enkarterri\"><\/span><strong>Balmaseda Castle: guided tours of one of the most important sites in Enkarterri.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Balmaseda Castle<\/strong> is one of the most important historical landmarks in the Enkarterri region of Bizkaia. It offers breathtaking panoramic views of Balmaseda while allowing us to discover the strategic importance it held in the past. Although only part of its structure remains today, it continues to hold immense historical and cultural value. During our guided tours, a local guide will accompany you to help you understand every corner of the town. Remember that at TurismoVasco, we organize guided tours in Balmaseda year-round. If you\u2019d like to discover the history of this town in an engaging and comprehensive way, we recommend that you <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact us<\/a><\/strong>. We will help you in any way we can.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-180765\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/castillo-de-balmaseda-visitas-en-el-cerro-del-castillo.jpg\" alt=\"Balmaseda Castle, tours of the castle hill\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/castillo-de-balmaseda-visitas-en-el-cerro-del-castillo.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/castillo-de-balmaseda-visitas-en-el-cerro-del-castillo-980x734.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/castillo-de-balmaseda-visitas-en-el-cerro-del-castillo-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<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_Balmaseda_Castle\"><\/span><strong>Information about Balmaseda Castle.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"checklist tie-list-shortcode\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Group quotes<\/strong>: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Type of visit<\/strong>: Cultural \/ historical.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration<\/strong>: 2 hours approximately.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Audience<\/strong>: Groups (associations, schools, and companies).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Balmaseda, Enkarterri, Bizkaia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div><\/p>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Balmaseda_Castle\"><\/span><strong>Balmaseda Castle.<\/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>Balmaseda Castle was part of the town\u2019s defensive system; Balmaseda was one of the most important towns in Bizkaia during the Middle Ages. Its strategic location allowed for control over the movement of goods between Castile and the Basque coast, making Balmaseda a strategic hub for trade. Over the centuries, the castle gradually lost its importance until it fell into disuse. After extensive restoration work, Balmaseda Castle has become one of the most special sites in the area. To truly understand the significance of this site, it is essential to view it within the broader historical context of Balmaseda, one of the towns with the most character in Enkarterri. If this option interests you, we recommend considering <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">booking our guided tour<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-180431\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/visita-guiada-al-castillo-de-Balmaseda.jpg\" alt=\"Guided tour of Balmaseda Castle\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/visita-guiada-al-castillo-de-Balmaseda.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/visita-guiada-al-castillo-de-Balmaseda-980x734.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/visita-guiada-al-castillo-de-Balmaseda-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"xhgowg\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"8\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Video\"><\/span><strong>V\u00eddeo.<\/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 data-start=\"10\" data-end=\"488\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">As is customary with all our posts, we\u2019ve created a short video to give you the most authentic glimpse possible of Balmaseda Castle and the panoramic views it offers of the town. It\u2019s a little preview of what you can discover during our guided tours in Balmaseda. If you enjoy these kinds of videos, we encourage you to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC4e9R7bDBYksN2t8dYUOfXw?sub_confirmation=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscribe to our YouTube channel<\/a><\/strong> so you can discover all the places and experiences we recommend in the Basque Country. We are waiting for you!<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Castillo de Balmaseda\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4EWul7H3CbA?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>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History_of_Balmaseda_Castle\"><\/span><strong>History of Balmaseda Castle.<\/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>Over the course of its history, Balmaseda Castle featured various defensive systems. The Cerro del Castillo, the original medieval fortress, was crowned by a tower approximately 15 meters high and walls nearly 2 meters thick. The entire complex was organized around stepped walls, defensive moats, and drawbridges that protected one of the most important strategic access points between Castile and the Basque coast. During the First Carlist War, in 1835, the hill was fortified once again with a complex military structure organized into several defensive enclosures. Barely a year later, in 1836, the fortress was renovated once again to adapt it to new defensive systems, incorporating bastions and new military structures. As you can imagine, Cerro del Castillo held enormous strategic importance over the centuries.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-180472\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/castillo-de-balmaseda-a-vista-de-dron-visitas-guiadas-en-el-castillo-de-balmaseda.jpg\" alt=\"Balmaseda Castle as seen from a drone, guided tours of Balmaseda Castle\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/castillo-de-balmaseda-a-vista-de-dron-visitas-guiadas-en-el-castillo-de-balmaseda.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/castillo-de-balmaseda-a-vista-de-dron-visitas-guiadas-en-el-castillo-de-balmaseda-980x734.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/castillo-de-balmaseda-a-vista-de-dron-visitas-guiadas-en-el-castillo-de-balmaseda-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Viewpoints_at_the_castle\"><\/span><strong>Viewpoints at the castle.<\/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>Balmaseda Castle is also renowned for its lookout points and panoramic views. From Cerro del Castillo, you can take in much of Balmaseda\u2019s historic district and the surrounding valley. This privileged vantage point helps you appreciate the strategic importance this defensive stronghold held for centuries. Without a doubt, it\u2019s one of the most special spots to enjoy Balmaseda from above.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-180524\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/que-ver-en-balmaseda-visita-guiada-en-balmaseda.jpg\" alt=\"Things to see in Balmaseda, guided tour of Balmaseda\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/que-ver-en-balmaseda-visita-guiada-en-balmaseda.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/que-ver-en-balmaseda-visita-guiada-en-balmaseda-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/que-ver-en-balmaseda-visita-guiada-en-balmaseda-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guided_tours_in_Balmaseda\"><\/span><strong>Guided tours in Balmaseda.<\/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 way to explore Balmaseda Castle and the rest of the town\u2019s heritage is through a guided tour. During the tour, you\u2019ll not only learn about the castle\u2019s history but also that of other iconic sites in the town. Our guided tours in Balmaseda are designed for groups who want to learn about the town\u2019s history and culture in an engaging and educational way. We can tailor this experience to suit all types of audiences. We recommend that you <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact us<\/a><\/strong>; we\u2019ll be happy to assist you in any way we can.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-180554\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/visita-guiada-en-balmaseda-excursion-para-grupos.jpg\" alt=\"Guided tour in Balmaseda, group excursion\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/visita-guiada-en-balmaseda-excursion-para-grupos.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/visita-guiada-en-balmaseda-excursion-para-grupos-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/visita-guiada-en-balmaseda-excursion-para-grupos-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Balmaseda_a_town_steeped_in_history\"><\/span><strong>Balmaseda, a town steeped in history.<\/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>Balmaseda is one of the oldest towns in Bizkaia and one of the most interesting historic centers in the entire Enkarterri region. Its streets, squares, and buildings reflect the importance it held for centuries as a crossroads between Castile and the Basque Country. During the tour, we\u2019ll explore the historic district to discover some of Balmaseda\u2019s most iconic sites. This walk takes us back in time, allowing us to understand the town\u2019s evolution over the centuries. It\u2019s the perfect way to learn about Balmaseda\u2019s history. Are you interested in joining our guided tours? Remember that you can find more information by reading our article on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/balmaseda-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">what to see in Balmaseda<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-180447\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/visitas-guiadas-en-Balmaseda-puente-viejo-de-balmaseda.jpg\" alt=\"Guided tours in Balmaseda, Old Bridge of Balmaseda\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/visitas-guiadas-en-Balmaseda-puente-viejo-de-balmaseda.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/visitas-guiadas-en-Balmaseda-puente-viejo-de-balmaseda-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/visitas-guiadas-en-Balmaseda-puente-viejo-de-balmaseda-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Group_tours_in_Enkarterri\"><\/span><strong>Group tours in Enkarterri.<\/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>At TurismoVasco, we organize tours in the Enkarterri region year-round. In this case, a visit to Balmaseda Castle is usually part of a more comprehensive day trip to explore the region. Our itinerary combines history, nature, and gastronomy. Remember that our excursions are tailored to the needs of each group. If you\u2019re planning a trip to the Basque Country, we recommend that you <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact us<\/a><\/strong> so we can design an experience tailored to your needs.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-180572\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/visitas-guiadas-castillo-de-balmaseda-excursion-a-balmaseda.jpg\" alt=\"Guided tours of Balmaseda Castle, excursion to Balmaseda\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/visitas-guiadas-castillo-de-balmaseda-excursion-a-balmaseda.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/visitas-guiadas-castillo-de-balmaseda-excursion-a-balmaseda-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/visitas-guiadas-castillo-de-balmaseda-excursion-a-balmaseda-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/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>Access to Cerro del Castillo in Balmaseda is very easy and presents little difficulty. The route begins next to the road that climbs up from the Ertzaintza police station, near the center of Balmaseda. From there, simply follow the ascending path for a few minutes until you reach the castle area and its overlooks.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-180536\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ruta-al-castillo-de-balmaseda.jpg\" alt=\"Directions to Balmaseda Castle\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ruta-al-castillo-de-balmaseda.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ruta-al-castillo-de-balmaseda-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ruta-al-castillo-de-balmaseda-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_see_nearby\"><\/span><strong>What to see nearby.<\/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>If you\u2019d like to round out your visit to Balmaseda by exploring other sites in the area, we recommend checking out some of the most interesting places in Enkarterri. Remember that you can find more information about each site by clicking on its name.<\/p>\n<div class=\"box shadow  \"><div class=\"box-inner-block\"><i class=\"fa tie-shortcode-boxicon\"><\/i>\n            <\/p>\n<p><div class=\"checklist tie-list-shortcode\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/the-16-wonders-of-karrantza\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Karrantza<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33005\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/interior-del-cementerio-de-aldeacueva-karrantza.jpg\" alt=\"Inside the Aldeacueva Cemetery, Karrantza\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/interior-del-cementerio-de-aldeacueva-karrantza.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/interior-del-cementerio-de-aldeacueva-karrantza-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/interior-del-cementerio-de-aldeacueva-karrantza-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/araba\/what-to-see-in-araba\/artziniega-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Artziniega<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-112249\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/goiko-plaza-feria-de-antano-de-artziniega-feria-medieval.jpg\" alt=\"Goiko Plaza, Artziniega Old-Fashioned Fair, Medieval Fair\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/goiko-plaza-feria-de-antano-de-artziniega-feria-medieval.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/goiko-plaza-feria-de-antano-de-artziniega-feria-medieval-980x734.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/goiko-plaza-feria-de-antano-de-artziniega-feria-medieval-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/torre-loizaga-more-than-a-car-collection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Loizaga Tower.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-113962\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Torre-Loizaga-visitas-guiadas-coleccion-de-coches-en-Euskadi-1024x680.jpg\" alt=\"Torre Loizaga guided tours, collection of cars in Euskadi\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Torre-Loizaga-visitas-guiadas-coleccion-de-coches-en-Euskadi-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Torre-Loizaga-visitas-guiadas-coleccion-de-coches-en-Euskadi-980x651.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Torre-Loizaga-visitas-guiadas-coleccion-de-coches-en-Euskadi-480x319.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/el-pobal-ironworks-living-history-of-bizkaia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">El Pobal Ironworks.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-31309\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/presa-de-la-ferreria-el-pobal.jpg\" alt=\"presa de la ferreria el pobal\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/presa-de-la-ferreria-el-pobal.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/presa-de-la-ferreria-el-pobal-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/presa-de-la-ferreria-el-pobal-768x575.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/munatones-castle-a-treasure-of-our-history\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Castillo Mu\u00f1atones.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-17632\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Exterior-del-Castillo-de-Mu%C3%B1atones-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Exterior of Mu\u00f1atones Castle\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/barbadun-river-waterfall-family-route-in-muskiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Barbadun river waterfall.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-113941\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cascada-del-rio-barbadun-el-pobal-muskiz.jpg\" alt=\"barbadun river waterfall, el pobal, muskiz\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cascada-del-rio-barbadun-el-pobal-muskiz.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cascada-del-rio-barbadun-el-pobal-muskiz-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cascada-del-rio-barbadun-el-pobal-muskiz-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/la-arboleda-what-to-see-and-what-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Arboleda.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-19429\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/escultura-parque-zugaztieta-La-Arboleda-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"sculpture zugaztieta park, La Arboleda\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/escultura-parque-zugaztieta-La-Arboleda.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/escultura-parque-zugaztieta-La-Arboleda-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/escultura-parque-zugaztieta-La-Arboleda-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/araba\/what-to-see-in-araba\/marono-reservoir\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maro\u00f1o reservoir.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-113242\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/recorrido-del-embalse-de-marono.jpg\" alt=\"maro\u00f1o reservoir tour\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/recorrido-del-embalse-de-marono.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/recorrido-del-embalse-de-marono-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/recorrido-del-embalse-de-marono-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/araba\/what-to-see-in-araba\/laudio-llodio-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Llodio Laudio.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-112711\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/bar-restaurante-kumeak-laudio-llodio.jpg\" alt=\"Kumeak Bar &amp; Restaurant, Laudio-Llodio\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/bar-restaurante-kumeak-laudio-llodio.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/bar-restaurante-kumeak-laudio-llodio-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/bar-restaurante-kumeak-laudio-llodio-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bilbao-in-1-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Bilbao<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-178483\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/mejores-miradores-de-bilbao-parque-etxebarria.jpg\" alt=\"Best viewpoints in Bilbao, Etxebarria Park\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/mejores-miradores-de-bilbao-parque-etxebarria.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/mejores-miradores-de-bilbao-parque-etxebarria-980x734.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/mejores-miradores-de-bilbao-parque-etxebarria-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/araba\/what-to-see-in-araba\/amurrio-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Amurrio<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-24738\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/escultura-guk-amurrio-que-ver-en-Amurrio-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"sculpture guk amurrio, what to see in Amurrio\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/escultura-guk-amurrio-que-ver-en-Amurrio.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/escultura-guk-amurrio-que-ver-en-Amurrio-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/escultura-guk-amurrio-que-ver-en-Amurrio-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/orduna-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ordu\u00f1a.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-21964\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/aduana-Ordu%C3%B1a-que-ver-Urdu%C3%B1a-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"customs, Ordu\u00f1a what to see Urdu\u00f1a\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/araba\/what-to-see-in-araba\/salto-del-nervion-how-to-get-there-what-routes-to-take-when-to-visit-and-where-to-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Salto del Nervi\u00f3n.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30165\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/salto-del-nervion-la-cascada-mas-alta-de-la-peninsula.jpg\" alt=\"Salto del Nervi\u00f3n, the highest waterfall on the Iberian Peninsula\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/salto-del-nervion-la-cascada-mas-alta-de-la-peninsula.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/salto-del-nervion-la-cascada-mas-alta-de-la-peninsula-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/salto-del-nervion-la-cascada-mas-alta-de-la-peninsula-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/araba\/what-to-see-in-araba\/delika-greenway\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Senda verde Delika.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-29415\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/ca%C3%B1on-de-delika-desde-ruta-desde-Untza-al-Salto-del-Nervion-recorrido-al-Salto-del-Nervion-desde-Untza-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Delika Canyon, route from Untza to Salto del Nervi\u00f3n, hike to Salto del Nervi\u00f3n from Untza\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/14-places-to-see-in-barakaldo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Barakaldo.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-178429\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/itinerario-de-la-memoria-barakaldo-Zamalanda-rutas-en-barco.jpg\" alt=\"Barakaldo Memory Trail, Zamalanda, boat tours\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/itinerario-de-la-memoria-barakaldo-Zamalanda-rutas-en-barco.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/itinerario-de-la-memoria-barakaldo-Zamalanda-rutas-en-barco-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/itinerario-de-la-memoria-barakaldo-Zamalanda-rutas-en-barco-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/portugalete-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Portugalete<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-113794\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/bote-getxo-portugalete-barco-visitas-guiadas-en-Getxo.jpg\" alt=\"boat getxo portugalete, boat, guided tours in Getxo\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/bote-getxo-portugalete-barco-visitas-guiadas-en-Getxo.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/bote-getxo-portugalete-barco-visitas-guiadas-en-Getxo-980x734.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/bote-getxo-portugalete-barco-visitas-guiadas-en-Getxo-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/bizkaia\/what-to-see-in-bizkaia\/santurtzi-what-to-see-and-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Santurtzi<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-180648\" src=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/visita-guiada-en-santurtzi-que-ver-en-santurtzi.jpg\" alt=\"Guided tour of Santurtzi, what to see in Santurtzi\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/visita-guiada-en-santurtzi-que-ver-en-santurtzi.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/visita-guiada-en-santurtzi-que-ver-en-santurtzi-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/visita-guiada-en-santurtzi-que-ver-en-santurtzi-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/p>\n<p>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n<p><strong>Balmaseda Castle<\/strong> is the perfect excuse to explore one of the most historic towns in Bizkaia. It\u2019s a place we always visit with a local guide. If you\u2019d like to arrange a guided tour or an excursion to Balmaseda, we encourage you to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turismovasco.com\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact us<\/a><\/strong>. You can also use the comment section at the bottom of this page to send us any questions you may have. We will try to respond as soon as possible. Ondo pasa!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Balmaseda Castle: guided tours of one of the most important sites in Enkarterri. &nbsp; Balmaseda Castle is one of the most important historical landmarks in the Enkarterri region of Bizkaia. It offers breathtaking panoramic views of Balmaseda while allowing us to discover the strategic importance it held in the past. 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