Pagoeta Natural Park

Pagoeta Natural Park is a protected area in Gipuzkoa containing mountainous terrain with beech forests, oak groves, and streams that form a complete ecosystem. The site includes walking trails connecting different zones and an information center for visitors.

The area was officially designated as a natural park in 1998 to protect a landscape shaped by centuries of agricultural and traditional use. This protection ensured the preservation of a region with deep historical roots.

The Aborregi forge shows how iron-working shaped the region's economy and remains central to understanding local craftsmanship traditions today. This rebuilt structure helps visitors grasp how important this work was to the people who lived here.

Five marked walking routes of varying difficulty connect the main areas and help visitors explore the landscape. The Iturraran visitor center provides maps and guidance for different types of visitors.

The park contains a botanical garden with many plant types organized in different zones that display various habitats. Additionally, visitors can discover well-preserved charcoal-making installations that offer rare insight into old craft techniques.

Location: Basque Country

Location: Gipuzkoa

Inception: 1998

Website: https://gipuzkoa.eus/eu/web/mendiak-eremunaturalak/babestutako-natur-guneak/natura-parkea/pagoeta

GPS coordinates: 43.25000,-2.20000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:58