Depending on your mood, you might like to walk along the coast. The famous Flysch coast lies just to the east of where are staying so is an option for a detour as you head south. Deriving from the German word for 'glide', thin vertical sheets of rock create spectacular rocky stripes down the cliffs and into the Cantabrian sea.

As well as being fascinating to look at, these rock formations are a geological goldmine. This stretch of coast, from Zumaia to Mutriku, is part of a Geopark and the things you can see as you walk today, are truly amazing.

If you time your walk for low tide, you can follow the beaches around headlands all the way to the village of Deba. If the tide is high, or you simply prefer, walk on the 13km clifftop path which forms part of the northern branch of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route. Either way, you will be treated to beautiful views.

Enjoy a swim off the beach of Zumaia, or head to the charming harbour village of Mutriku for a dip in their sea pools. 

You might like to break your journey home with a walk up to a hilltop chapel for views out along the coast and down the estuary. Alternatively, stop at the beach for a cup of tea, or cold beer and perhaps a splash in the waves before you return to your hotel.