DEBA
In the province of Gipuzkoa (63% wooded area), Deba has an extension of 50 Km² and a population of 5000 people. It´s an industrial town with a high tourist activity, and it´s located at the East side of the estuary of the Deba river facing the sea.
The UNESCO recognizes the Geopark of Basque Coast because of its cultural and geological offer, which is very interesting, and Deba is just in the center of it.
Beaches of Deba
There are two beaches taking up 80000 m² of sand. The biggest one is called Santiago beach, also Deba beach, and the second one is Lapari beach. Both connect at low tide. Their geographical situation makes them safe and calm, idoneous to have a rest looking at the sea in a pretty landscape surrounded by all the green tones of the mountains that will take your breath away. Both beaches are surrounded by beautiful hillsides and are among the most picturesque of the whole of the Basque Coast. These beaches were awarded the ISO 14.001 for environmental management in 2003 and this system is still in place.
Close to the beach there is a parking area for 600 vehicles which separates it from a pedestrian poplar glove area taking up 20000 m² where children can play safely on the swings.
In the old town there is the Church of Santa María, National Monument and a showpiece of Basque Gothic art from the XV. Century, where its polychromed porche and cloister enhance the beauty of the church.
DEBA is in the center of the Geopark of Basque Coast (ZUMAIA-DEBA sea shore in customized boat trip) which is recognised by the UNESCO due to its cultural and geological offer. with The Flysch Route, beaches, surfing, diving and snorkel courses also for children, trekking, BTT, Santa María Gothic Church (National Monument of the XV Century), rural neighbourhood of Lastur, paleontology (Quaternary horse paintings in Ekain cave,14500-10000 years B.C.), delightful gastronomic offer and much more to enjoy and discover in a safe town. People in Deba are kind and you can often find a nice atmosphere in the streets.
Some BARS have a wi-fi connection. Among all of them we suggest Zalburdi, Izenbe, Aterpe and Seven Clovers
WE RECOMMEND THESE RESTAURANTS IN DEBA:
CALBETÓN, at Hondartza Street, beside the road, in front of the Alameda. Dayly one course meal 15-20 € and special menu for 38,50 €
IZENBE in front of Town Hall offers best "tortilla" (omelettes with potatoes) and a short menu.
ZALBURDI, in front of the Train Station, with a big terrace and a short menu. They have some TV screens for sport events.
SIDRERÍA URBERU, is a cyder house 10 km far from the center of Deba. Usually open in weekends and festivities. We strongly recommend you ask for their special steak to be shared with friends or family. Menu is around 35 €
