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Altzo facts

Population
448 inhabitants


Festivities
San Ignacio, 31st July

Birthplace of ‘Handia’, the Giant from Altzo

A lookout to enjoy the beauty of the scenery and the peace of the surroundings. Divided in 2 small areas: Altzo Azpi, enclosed in a narrow cliff, and Altzo Muño, at the base of Otsabio mountain. The first mention of Altzo is from the 11th century, in a historical document in which Gipuzkoa is first mentioned, in latin Ipuscua.



The most essential
of Altzo.


Other points
of interest




TheBeechofImaz

Manuel Imaz was a bertsolari. On his wedding day he plantes a beech in his lands, a tree that nowadays has a 5m diametre. You can get there by following this path.

Imaz Beech Altzo
The Beech of Imaz



TownHallsquare

Is the heart of Altzo's life. The beautiful town hall building is the main part of it, with a very representative architectural style. In the modern building next to it both the Culture House and the Giant of Altzo's interpretation centre are located. There's a stunning view from the balcony.

Altzo
Town Hall square



Architecturalheritage

There are numerous architecturally interesting farmhouses: Zuaznabar Haundi, Etxeberri or the town hall. From the balcony of the building next to it the views are magnificent.

Altzo Etxeberri
Architectural heritage



ChurchinAltzoMuño

Guarded by the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, it was built between 1535 and 1717. Stands out by its Gothic-Isabelline style arcade and the fronton court on the back side, in which championships take place during the fetivities. The sunset views from the arcade are truly beautiful.

Altzo
Church in Altzo Muño



Otsabiomountainascent

After going into a very diverse forest, the peak is close with a beautiful view of Aralar Mountain Range. We recommend you this path. On the way down you can find the remains of a Roman road.

Altzo Otsabio Laparmendi
Otsabio mountain ascent