Urkiola Natural Park, Natural park in Abadiño, Spain.
Description
Urkiola Natural Park spreads across southeastern Biscay and Álava, displaying limestone formations, steep terrain, and distinctive karst features that shape its landscape. Beech and mixed forests cover extensive areas, creating a heavily wooded environment with complex topography.
History
Archaeological finds in the Atxarte gorge demonstrate human presence dating back to prehistoric times, evidenced by pottery fragments from early settlements. These discoveries show the area held importance in human occupation from ancient periods onward.
Culture
Mount Anboto holds deep meaning in Basque tradition as the legendary home of Mari, a figure central to local folklore that has shaped how people understand their land. Walking through the park, you encounter this cultural layer woven into the landscape itself.
Practical
The Toki Alai Visitors Centre provides information about guided walks, educational programs, and outdoor activities available throughout the park. Stopping here first helps you plan your visit and learn about the different trails and options suited to your interests.
Did you know?
The park shelters an extraordinary range of plant species, many found nowhere else with special ecological importance to the region. This botanical richness supports an equally abundant animal life drawn from European and Siberian origins.
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