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Markina-Xemein
Birthplace of the Basque ball. Markina-Xemein is a Vizcayan village with a deep sense of tradition and Basque culture, a stop on character in an interior variant of the North Way.
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Discover Markina-Xemein
Markina-Xemein is a historic Basque village that represents the essence of the interior of the Basque Country. Considered the "University of Basque Pelota", its frontón is a temple of this sport. For the pilgrim following the interior variant of the Camino del Norte, it is a fundamental stop. Its old town preserves a notable heritage, with medieval tower houses, baroque palaces and the singular ensemble of the church of Santa María and the hermitage of San Miguel de Arretxinaga, with its three large rocks. It is a place to immerse oneself in Basque culture, enjoy a peaceful atmosphere and the hospitality of one of the most characterful villages in Bizkaia.
Last updated: 21/08/2025
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Accommodations in Markina-Xemein
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Arriaga 1 + 2
Ibarlotza baserria
Baketxe Baserria
Amamana landetxea
Hostel Intxauspe in Markina
Satzu Landetxea - Casa rural en Markina-Xemein
Albergue at the Monastery of Zenarruza
Hotel Antsotegi
Pilgrimshouse
Atxagarai Aterpetxea
Albergue Usandi
Ubilla Aterpetxea
Pensión Txomin Ostatua
Albergue de Peregrinos de Markina-Xemein
VIVIENDA TURISTICA ARANGIZ ETXEA
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