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Punta Begoña Galleries. Explore, share, create
Punta Begoña Galleries. Explore, share, create
The Punta Begoña Galleries are one of the most important buildings from the early 20th century in Biscay and the Basque Country. They are found on the Muelle de Ereaga in Getxo, in a prime location with views over the Bay of Biscay and Ereaga Beach.
The Punta Begoña Galleries were the work of architect, Ricardo Bastida, ordered by business magnate, Horacio Echevarrieta, in 1918. The work was ordered to help stop rockfall in the area. While a three-metre-high stone retaining wall would have been enough, Echevariata decided to use the opportunity to create an iconic building in Getxo, which came to life in 1921.
One of the first private constructions to be made with reinforced concrete
Before the Punta Begoña Galleries were built, Horacio Echeverrieta travelled to the US where he learnt that most of the buildings were made with reinforced concrete. So, he decided that the Punta Begoña Galleries should be built with the same material, even though it was rarely used for building in Biscay at the time. This is one of the aspects that really makes them stand out, as it was so unusual to use such innovative techniques in private constructions.
Tours and activities in the Punta Begoña Galleries
One century after its construction, this impressive monument has been restored to transform it into a place for creative and leisure activities, exhibitions and training. Take a guided tour for groups or families or join one of the many activities where you can learn all about Getxo and Euskadi’s place in history.
LOCATION:
Punta Begoña Galleries. North Access. Ereaga Beach.
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Metro Gobela o neguri |
Different ways to enjoy:
* Guided tour:
Learn about millions of years of history by exploring the passageways, coastal viewpoints, cliff terraces and a room with rich decoration and beautiful paintings, making it a truly “unique time capsule”.
DATES / TIMETABLE:
On Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays: 11:00, 12:00, 17:00, 18:00 (60 min).
PRICE (2024):
2€ - Suitable for adults and children over 10 years old.
LANGUAGES:
Spanish/Euskera (see calendar).
*Family workshops:
Investigate, discover, learn and share the fascinating history of the Getxo coastline in one of its most strategic spots, rich in culture and science, with a tour and games that both kids and adults will love.
DATES / TIMES:
See calendar.
DURATION:
75 min. You must arrive 15 minutes before the start of the visit.
PRICE (2024):
3€.
LANGUAGES:
Spanish/Euskera (see calendar).
MORE DETAILS:
More than 4 years old and always in the company of an adult.
DURACIÓN:
75 minutos. Es preciso acudir 15 minutos antes del inicio de la visita.
INFORMATION AND BOOKING:
Fundación Punta Begoña Fundazioa: www.puntabegonagetxo.eus
