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Baliarrain

An unknown treasure
Zizurkil Tolosa Orexa Orendain Lizartza Leaburu-Txarama Larraul Irura Ikaztegieta Ibarra Hernialde Gaztelu Elduain Bidania-Goiatz Berrobi Berastegi Belauntza Baliarrain Asteasu Anoeta Amezketa Amasa-Villabona Altzo Alkiza Alegia Albiztur Aduna Abaltzisketa Aralar Leitzaran Hernio A-1DONOSTIA 20 minBAIONA 60 min A-1 GASTEIZ 60 min A-15IRUÑEA60 min BILBO60 min

A viewpoint among mountains

Baliarrain is a very charming rural village. There are around 30 beautiful houses and traditional farmhouses, with very interesting buildings. Surrounded by mountains, it’s a very privileged location.

Población
149 habitantes
Fiestas patronales
Asuncion, 15th August

Qué ver en Baliarrain

A visit to Baliarrain revolves around water and the mountains. The Ibiur reservoir offers a perimeter path ideal for walking, with spectacular views from its dam. In the village center, the Church of the Assumption and the curious fronton hidden in the former priest's house showcase the rural charm of the town. For photography lovers, the San Juan Iturri viewpoint is also a mandatory stop.

Ibiur reservoir

With 6.5 cubic hectometre capacity, Ibiur supplies water to about 56,000 people in 12 towns. From the dam there’s a magnificent view of Txindoki mountain, reflected on the water on sunny days. There’s a nice walking path around the reservoir.

Nuestra Señora de la Asuncion church

Rustic style church with elements from other eras, such as two clocks, one of them being a solar clock, and a plaque in Latin.

A tiny fronton court

In front of the church there’s the former priest’s house, with detailed construction work. The portico has a tiny and charming fronton court. Next to it there’s a large, indoors fronton court.

San Juan Iturri lookout

Following the road you get to the top of a beautiful picnic area, San Juan Iturri. The view from here, with Baliarrain below and Txindoki and Balerdi mountains, is breathtaking.

Lopetedi farmhourse

One of the most prominent farmhouses in the village, from the 17th century and declared cultural asset.

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