Plan your stay in Bilbao and Bermeo
BTF2027 is being held at two connected venues:
April 30th Bilbao
1st and 2nd May · Bermeo
This page will gradually be updated with information on travel, accommodation, accessibility and services related to the Forum.
For now, we’re sharing some initial guidance to help you start planning your trip.
Two places to EXPERIENCE
April 30th
Euskalduna Palace
BILBAO
Bilbao is hosting the Forum’s international opening day.
The city has air, rail and road links to numerous national and international destinations. The airport is close to the city and is connected to the centre by public transport.
Bilbao also offers a wide range of hotels, apartments and other accommodation options, both in the city centre and in areas near the Euskalduna Palace.
For up-to-date information on transport, accommodation and tourist services, please visit the Tourism website.
1st and 2nd May
Bermeo harbour and surrounding areas
BERMEO
The Forum continues in Bermeo on May 1st and 2nd.
Bermeo is connected to Bilbao and other towns in Bizkaia by road, bus and rail. Euskotren provides a direct link between Bermeo and Bilbao, as well as various towns in Urdaibai. There are also Bizkaibus routes and taxi services.
Accommodation options are spread across Bermeo, Urdaibai and other nearby towns. These include hotels, guesthouses, apartments and rural accommodation.
We recommend booking in advance, especially for those wishing to experience the full Forum programme.
To find out about the available options and get more information about the destination:
Between Bilbao and Bermeo
We are currently organising transport arrangements as part of the full Forum experience.
Once the services have been confirmed, we will publish the following here:
- transport options between the two venues;
- timetables and departure points;
- booking conditions;
- information on getting around during the Bermeo sessions.
Until then, we recommend that you do not assume that any transport service is included in the ticket price.
Two places to experience them
DISCOVER BIZKAIA
Bilbao and Bermeo form part of a region that brings together city, coast, mountains, industrial heritage, gastronomy and natural spaces.
Bizkaia offers the chance to extend your stay and explore places such as the Urdaibai coast, San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, Gernika-Lumo, the area around the Bilbao estuary and other towns linked to the sea and Basque culture.
Bizkaia’s official tourism website brings together information on accommodation, things to do, gastronomy, heritage, nature and getting around the region.
Discover the Basque Country
The Forum continues in Bermeo on May 1 and 2.
BTF2027 is being held in the Basque Country, a region united by its own cultural identity, a strong industrial tradition, renowned cuisine and a close connection to the sea.
Your stay can be rounded off with tours along the Basque coast, visits to its three capital cities, natural areas, cultural heritage sites and culinary experiences.
The official Basque Country Tourism website offers up-to-date information on destinations, accommodation, routes, restaurants, activities and services to help you plan your trip.
Accommodation
Bilbao offers an extensive offer of hotels and a direct connection to the event on April 30th.
For the events in Bermeo, you may also wish to consider accommodation in Bermeo, Mundaka, Gernika and other towns in Urdaibai, bearing in mind the travel involved.
We will publish recommended accommodation or specific conditions for BTF2027 participants at a later date, should agreements be reached.
*The organisers will not handle bookings directly.
Bilbao kicks off the tour. Bermeo takes it forward.
Two different venues for a unique experience.
Over the next few months, we will share information about the participants, confirmed sessions, schedules, venues, and open activities.
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