Discover Butroi: Castillo de Butrón and GR 280 routes

Castillo de Butrón, the GR 280 and the estuary offer different points of interest. The following sections distinguish between the castle and its park, the routes described, and a specific excursion. This allows you to plan your stay around the topics that matter to you.

Castillo de Butrón: Building history and park

Castillo de Butrón was originally a tower house. The present-day building dates to a restoration commissioned in 1879 by its then owner, the Marqués de Torrecilla, from the architect Marqués de Cubas. Four towers, seven storeys and a variety of decorative motifs define its appearance. The castle is also part of the medieval route through Uribe. This gives you two distinct ways to explore it as you plan your trip: the building’s history and its place on a historic route.

The park around the castle is home to numerous exotic and native species. The park’s biodiversity offers a different focus from the history and architecture of Castillo de Butrón.

Trails and routes along the Butrón River

The GR 280 passes through the Butrón River basin between Fruiz and Plentzia. The route also goes through the municipality of Gatika; along the way, you can experience the distinctive surroundings of Castillo de Butrón. A six-kilometre path along the estuary runs from Castillo de Butrón in Gatika to the river mouth near Plentzia. It is part of the GR 280 Uribe and is also suitable for canoeing. If you are considering canoeing as part of your trip, this path is the specific option described.

Another short route, “The castle on the river Butrón,” runs between Gatika and Plentzia and is 7.7 kilometres long. The six-kilometre distance refers to the path along the estuary from the castle to the river mouth; the 7.7-kilometre distance is for the route between Gatika and Plentzia. When comparing them, consider both the distance and the route and endpoints described for each.

A horseback ride as another activity

Club Hipico Castillo de Butrón offers a one-hour horseback ride through the grounds surrounding the castle. On this tour, you can see the famous Plentzia fan. This describes a specific horseback-riding experience alongside the walking trails and canoeing option. If you would like to include the ride in your plans, ask in advance about availability for your preferred date.

Wine in Butroi

Wine is another part of the information about Butroi: Butroi Upategia is registered under the Bizkaiko Txakolina designation of origin. Together with the castle, the park and the routes, this gives you several topics to consider when planning your trip.

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For an overview of the wider region: Bizkaia.