fishing

Getaria, (Gipuzkoa - Basque Country) Spain

Fishing nets are a common sight to be seen all along the port of Getaria and it is not uncommon to see women sitting for hours on end sewing damaged nets to be able to take them out on the water to be used over and over.

Fishing, along with tourism and txakolí (wine), is one of the the major sources of income for this town situated on the northern coast of Spain.

yum yum!

Getaria, (Gipuzkoa - Basque Country) Spain

Care for any fresh grilled fish?  Getaria is filled with restaurants that prepare it right in the street.  Yum yum!

txakolí

Getaria, (Gipuzkoa - Basque Country) Spain

Getaria is known for its txakolí, a slightly sparkling white wine which is considered quite dry and acidic.  It can be bottled for up to a year and is usually served as an aperitif.  The countryside of this region, an area which receives a lot of rain, is covered with these trellis-like structures which serve to support the vines and create a canopy.

Let's call it a day

Getaria, (Gipuzkoa - Basque Country) Spain

The town of Getaria is located on the northern coast of Spain and is known for its fine restaurants which serve fresh grilled fish and a local white wine called txakolí.