Bilbao la Vieja

Bilbao la Vieja ( in Basque: Bilbo Zaharra, in German: " Bilbao the Old ") is a suburb of the city of Bilbao ( Vizcaya, Spain). It belongs to the fifth district ( Ibaiondo ).

  • 3.1 Music
  • 4.1 forums
  • 4.2 Art
  • 4.3 Museums
  • 4.4 Urban Planning

Location

Bilbao la Vieja is located in the center of Bilbao, between Abando, Casco Viejo and Miribilla.

History

Foundation

It is the oldest neighborhood of Bilbao, even older than the medieval old town. It was founded in 1300.

The medieval old town, which is on the right bank of the river Nervión (now Casco Viejo) was crucially important to the economic importance of Bilbao. The settlements on the left bank, which are now known as Bilbao la Vieja, is mainly known for its mining.

Presence

The neighborhood is in a profound process of gentrification due to its strategic location in the center of Bilbao.

Various plans for urban design be played both in urban as well as in social generations in the city of Bilbao and Lan Ekintza.

Leisure

Music

  • Bilborock ( Muelle de la Merced, 1): This old church that has been converted into a concert hall, organizes concerts daily from local and international bands.
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