Markina-Xemein

Kontzeju zaharra

Get to know and learn the basics of daily life in the rural world and the beginnings of the cooperative movement at the interpretation centre.

The Antxia Tower is located in the historic quarter of Markina-Xemein. It is a construction with an approximately quadrangular ground plan and a parallelepiped

Convent and Church of El Carmen

It was founded in 1691. It was the work of Ignacio de Munibe y Axpe, abbot of the Collegiate Church of Ziortza. In 1808 the convent was suppressed and turned i

Municipal Fronton

The first known pelota court in Markina-Xemein dates back to 1702. Today it is located in the arcades in the centre of the village.

Patrokua Palace or Gaytan de Ayala

In the gardens of the house, today the site of the Lea-Artibai education centre, you can visit the monument to Moguel, the work of the sculptor Xiri Andonegi,

Church of Sta. María de Asunción de Xemein and the Cemetery

This is the parish church of Markina-Xemein. At first there must have been a monastery, but the church was built at the end of the 16th century.

Markina-Xemein Historical Hull

Immerse yourself in the narrow streets of the medieval old town. Admire the palaces and Gothic towers

Hermitage of San Miguel de Arretxinaga

The hermitage is located next to the Camino de Santiago, where the rivers Artibai and Urko meet. It is notable for its three giant stones that occupy the whole

Hermitage of Santa Marina de Illoro

Hermitage of Santa Marina or "Santamañe" as it is popularly known. Its construction dates back to the fourth or fifth decade of the 16th century, as evidenced

Axpe Cider House

Axpe is a family business with a tradition of four generations of producers of natural cider and txakolí from Bizkaia. The cider house is a bookable Txoko, whe

Cuisine with traditional flavours.

Uhagon Kulturgunea

The Uhagon Kulturgunea café is more than just a bar. A quiet area, with an incomparable terrace surrounded by trees. They offer breakfast and a daily menu, as

Basque farmhouse from the 17th century restored in 2005 to be converted into a Rural House. It is located 10 km from the beach and in the middle of nature. Ide

It is located in the Ubila-Urberuaga neighbourhood, 3 km from Markina-Xemein. In a peaceful, quiet environment surrounded by nature.