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Sukarrieta

Coastal town, neighbour of Mundaka and one of the pioneers of driving tourism in Urdaibai. The municipality of Sukarrieta is one of the oldest enclaves of the historic territory of Biscay and its population increases during the summer months with the arrival of holidaymakers. Quiet and with all the amenities you need for a pleasant stay, outstanding features of Sukarrieta include Txatxarramendi Island, the tideland park, Portuondo Bay and Legendika Church. The beautiful setting of Sukarrieta offers visitors the chance to take long walks along its trails.

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PLACES OF INTEREST

Santa María de Leguendica Church, in Kanala San Andrés Church Sukarrieta Botanical Park Roman Anchorage Area

Santa María de Leguendica Church, in Kanala

There is knowledge of its existence since the 16th century. It consists of a nave with no domes and with five altars, a continuous atrium and tower front. The Santa María de Leguendica Parish Church was founded by the owners of 14 houses, dependents of the parish of Gautegiz Arteaga. These were later joined by 16 houses that had a congregation at San Andrés de Sukarrieta and decided, like the aforementioned ones, to split off from its property.

Built in 1787. It consists of a nave with domes, four altars and a tower.

Sukarrieta Botanical Park

On the small island of Txatxarramendi, Urdaibai’s different botanical species can be seen, along with some impressive views of the mouth of the ria.

Roman Anchorage Area

The bay and small cove situated at the sea wall of the exit of Portuondo is home to the remains of what between the 2nd and 4th centuries was a Roman anchorage area.