Zaratamo is a municipality situated in the Basque Country, characterized by its location amidst the Upo (597m) and Artanda (554m) mountains. This terrain provides panoramic views of metropolitan Bilbao and the Nervión valley, featuring a wide-open field between the summits and surrounding beech woods. The region's natural landscape offers varied opportunities for outdoor activities, including several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
Zaratamo offers numerous routes for outdoor enthusiasts seeking activities in the Basque Country. The area is well-suited for road cycling, with challenging climbs and routes that have been part of significant cycling events. Hikers can explore a variety of trails, from scenic walks through lush greenery to more demanding mountain routes. Mountain biking is also popular, with trails that vary in difficulty and offer ascents and descents through the landscape. To explore specific options, consult guides such as Road Cycling Routes around Zaratamo, Hiking around Zaratamo, and MTB Trails around Zaratamo. More than 48,000 visitors have shared their experiences in Zaratamo, resulting in an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars for the available routes.
105
Routes
4.7
(177)
Average rating
3524
People visited

4.1
(8)
30
hikers
12.8km
04:19
630m
630m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(15)
72
hikers
14.8km
04:16
360m
360m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(27)
62
hikers
10.4km
03:03
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(5)
12
hikers
13.4km
04:08
490m
490m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.2
(5)
400
riders
71.6km
03:16
750m
750m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
(18)
392
riders
79.2km
03:36
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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214
riders
49.2km
02:17
460m
460m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(3)
143
riders
58.0km
02:59
990m
990m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(5)
104
riders
40.6km
03:07
800m
800m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

55
riders
53.8km
03:14
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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50
riders
31.4km
03:00
780m
780m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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163
riders
38.0km
03:34
860m
860m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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5.0
(2)
77
riders
25.5km
02:08
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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41
riders
25.9km
01:56
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

39
riders
14.3km
01:24
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
26
riders
47.1km
02:48
430m
430m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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46
runners
17.6km
02:06
460m
460m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

35
runners
16.9km
02:12
600m
600m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

31
runners
19.2km
02:12
410m
410m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

25
runners
6.16km
00:39
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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22
riders
32.8km
02:55
700m
700m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
riders
44.2km
03:39
1,020m
1,020m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(1)
15
riders
22.1km
02:03
500m
500m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Zaratamo offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features diverse terrain suitable for these sports. Komoot users have rated routes in Zaratamo with an average of 4.53 stars.
Zaratamo is known for its road cycling, having been part of the "Tour of the Basque Country 2026" route. Routes include climbs like a 0.9-mile (1.5 km) stretch with a 6.9% gradient within Zaratamo. For more details on routes, consult the Road Cycling Routes around Zaratamo guide.
Zaratamo offers numerous hiking trails, ranging from scenic walks through lush greenery to more demanding mountain routes. The area includes paths leading through beech woods and to the hermitage of San Segismundo. Explore options in the Hiking around Zaratamo guide.
Zaratamo is a popular spot for mountain biking, featuring trails with varying difficulty levels. Options include a 17.6-mile (28.4 km) moderate circular trail from Basauri with 1,800 feet (550m) of ascent. Another route is a 15.7-mile (25.3 km) moderate circular route around Embalse and Granja San Segismundo. Find more routes in the MTB Trails around Zaratamo guide.
Zaratamo is situated amidst the Upo (1,959 feet / 597m) and Artanda (1,818 feet / 554m) mountains, offering panoramic views of metropolitan Bilbao and the Nervión valley. A wide-open field between these summits is enveloped by a beautiful beech wood. The hermitage of San Segismundo is another significant landmark.
Zaratamo offers various trails suitable for leisurely strolls and walks through lush greenery. The Embalse Lekubaso area, nearby, features a dog-friendly trail, which can also be suitable for families. Specific family-friendly cycling routes may be found in the Cycling around Zaratamo guide.
Routes in Zaratamo vary in difficulty, catering to different fitness levels and experience. Road cycling includes climbs with significant gradients, while mountain biking trails range from moderate to those requiring good physical fitness. Hiking options include both leisurely walks and more demanding mountain routes.
Zaratamo is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 48,000 visitors having shared their experiences. Routes in the region have received an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars from over 2,500 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Komoot offers several guides for Zaratamo, including Road Cycling Routes around Zaratamo, Hiking around Zaratamo, and MTB Trails around Zaratamo. Other guides cover Touring cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Mountain Hikes.
The official website for the Zaratamo Town Hall (Ayuntamiento de Zaratamo) is www.zaratamo.com. For direct contact, the phone number is +34 94 456 60 00. This information can be useful for inquiries regarding local regulations or services.
Yes, Zaratamo offers opportunities for gravel biking. The diverse terrain, including paths through natural landscapes and rural areas, is suitable for this activity. More information and specific routes can be found in the Gravel biking around Zaratamo guide.
Cycling routes in Zaratamo feature significant elevation gains due to the mountainous terrain. For example, a road cycling climb within Zaratamo itself has a 6.9% gradient. Mountain biking routes can include ascents of up to 1,800 feet (550m) over distances like 17.6 miles (28.4 km).

