City BuddyCityBuddy
Dansk

Basilica of Begoña

Bedste tid at besøge

Visit early morning (before 11am) on weekdays to experience the basilica in quiet serenity. October through May sees fewer visitors, making the climb up the hill far more pleasant.

Budgettips

Entry to the basilica is free. Donations are appreciated but never expected, and the small museum upstairs costs only 2 euros.

Anbefalet til

Culture seekers, Photography enthusiasts, Solo travelers, History lovers

Planlæg dit besøg

45-60 minutes

Om

Hurtige fakta: Basilikaen rummer en træstatue fra 1300-tallet af Jomfruen af Begoña, som lokalbefolkningen kærligt kalder "La Amatxu" (den lille mor). Pilgrimme har klatret op ad den stejle bakke Calle Virgen de Begoña for at nå hende i over 500 år.

Højdepunkter: Indenfor er jomfruens statue klædt i ægte stofkåber, der skiftes flere gange om året, en tradition, som en dedikeret gruppe lokale kvinder kaldet "camareras" holder ved lige. Under den årlige septemberfestival bærer sømænd statuen gennem gaderne i et højtideligt optog, en skik, der går tilbage til dengang Bilbaos maritime fællesskab søgte hendes beskyttelse før lange rejser.

Insidertips

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for the steep hill climb or take the Artxanda funicular from the old town and walk downhill to the basilica.
  • The best photo angle comes from the plaza in front of the basilica at golden hour, when the sun lights up the ornate facade.
  • Skip the crowded Sunday masses unless you plan to attend; instead visit during a weekday afternoon to have the nave nearly to yourself.
  • Check the schedule for the first October 11 festivities, when the entire neighborhood celebrates with traditional Basque music and dances.

Where to Stay in Bilbao

Selected by City Buddy based on guest reviews and proximity to top attractions

Search all hotels in Bilbao

Powered by agoda

Vores #1 rejsetip

Book a FREE walking tour in Bilbao, Spain

Gratis gåture. Ja, faktisk gratis. Ingen kreditkort nødvendigt. Ingen fangst.

Se GRATIS gåture