Lorship Bertiz Natural Park

Lorship Bertiz is a nature park spanning around 2,000 hectares of Atlantic forest with beech woodlands, oak groves, and alder forests. Beyond the wild forest areas, cultivated botanical gardens provide an accessible entry point for visitors exploring the grounds.

The property has belonged to the Bertiz family since the 14th century, when a family member received royal appointment to an administrative role in the region. In the 20th century, the grounds were transformed into a protected nature site for education and research.

The name honors its former owners, and visitors today find a blend of cultivated gardens and wild forest connected by traditional paths throughout the grounds. The coexistence of managed and natural areas shapes how people experience and use the space.

The park has a central entrance area with a reception facility from which visitors can explore both the gardens and forest sections. The best times to visit are spring and autumn when temperatures are comfortable and wildlife is more active throughout the grounds.

A modernist chalet crowns the summit of Mount Aizkolegi and offers sweeping views across the entire park from its vantage point. The structure itself reflects early 20th century architecture thoughtfully integrated into the landscape.

Location: Bertizarana

Inception: 1984

Creator: Dorotea Fernandez, Pedro Ziga Maio

Website: http://parquedebertiz.es

GPS coordinates: 43.15337,-1.61435

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:02