Legasa

Here, the course of the Bidasoa and the route of the old railway dictate the character of the town centre. In this part of Bertizarana, the stone-built architecture and the neighbourhoods of Santa Leocadia and Zeberia bear witness to the heritage of Baztan-Bidasoa, allowing the Atlantic atmosphere to unfold through the silence of the façades and the murmur of the riverbank. It is a region that reveals itself in the solidity of its walls and the passage of the Greenway, allowing everyday life and the landscape to coexist in harmony.

Legasa general information

Legasa covers an area of 10.7 km² and is one of the three main areas that make up the municipality of Bertizarana. It is strategically located, bordering Narbarte, Oieregi and the nearby Baztan Valley, as well as neighbouring towns such as Doneztebe-Santesteban and Donamaria.

The village is laid out in a welcoming manner around its square, and is a place where community life remains very much alive through its traditions. The River Bidasoa not only shapes its geography but also its history, with the stone bridge having been its main thoroughfare in days gone by.  

What to see in Legasa?

Legasa offers a glimpse into the coexistence of faith, civil architecture and the restoration of railway infrastructure.

• Chapel of Santa Leocadia: Built in the 16th century, this chapel stands in the Lokari area. It offers a privileged vantage point with the best panoramic views of Bertizarana. It can be easily reached by car or via a signposted hiking trail from the village itself or from Doneztebe-Santesteban.
• Church and square of Santa Katalina: The parish church, built in the 19th century in the Neoclassical style, stands out for its main door with a pointed arch. Located in the centre of the village, it gives its name to the main square, a space surrounded by traditional houses that perfectly represent the architecture of this part of Baztan.
• The stone bridge over the Bidasoa: This three-arched structure spanning the river stands as a reminder of the old main access route to the village. Now integrated into the network of non-motorised routes, it allows visitors to view the river from the solidity of an ancient engineering feat that has given up vehicle traffic in favour of a more leisurely pace.
• The Bidasoa Greenway: Making use of the old route of the ‘Tren Txikito’ railway, this path crosses Legasa’s main street. It connects residents and visitors with the rest of the valley via a flat, shaded walkway alongside the river.