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Basque Mountains and Valleys
Reservoirs
The Urkulu Reservoir is located in the historical territory of Gipuzkoa, a few kilometres from Aretxabaleta by the Kurtzebarri (1,146m) mountain.
It is one of the main attractions in the area regarding nature. A perfect place to relax as it offers visitors a really appropriate setting to relax and enjoy nature.
Practising sports in the Urkulu Reservoir is ideal. A 6.5-km bike road surrounds the reservoir and areas to do gymnastics have been fitted out, with explanatory boards explaining how to carry out several exercises. Canoe rental is available.
The area welcomes many tourists in the summertime, mainly at the weekend. The reservoir turns into a refuge for varied bird species.
On the other hand, the reservoir supplies drinking water to some adjoining towns.
Canoeing, horse riding, hiking, riding bikes, bird observation.
