About
西班牙的城市
Eibar is a town in Spain's Basque Country, set in a narrow valley among green hills and within reach of the Basque coast. It has long been an industrial place, and its character still reflects that history of metalworking and skilled manual craft.
What to see and do
- Armería Museoa, the town's museum devoted to its arms-making tradition, which is the natural starting point for understanding why Eibar is shaped the way it is.
- Damascene craftsmanship, the decorative metal inlay work for which the town is known. Look for it in local shops and workshops.
- The old town, where lively pintxo bars make a good place to linger over small plates in the evening.
The feel of the place
Eibar is a modest, working town rather than a resort, and that is much of its appeal. The atmosphere is easygoing and local, with the rhythm of daily life visible in its streets and bars. It suits a visitor who enjoys industrial heritage, traditional craft and Basque food, and who is happy to explore at an unhurried pace.
Because the town sits in a valley close to both the coast and the surrounding hills, it also works well as a base for day trips into the countryside or a short drive to the sea.
