Living in Bilbao

Everything you need to know before moving to 'El Botxo'

Bilbao, affectionately nicknamed 'El Botxo' (The Hole) due to its mountainous surroundings, has undergone a radical transformation: evolving from a gray industrial hub into a global architectural pioneer. It is a city where the avant-garde design of the Guggenheim Museum coexists with the medieval Old Town (Casco Viejo). Living here means enjoying an exceptionally high quality of life, world-class gastronomy, and a transport system that operates with Swiss precision—all within an atmosphere of deeply rooted and proud Basque identity.