Parks and Nature Escapes
Vitoria-Gasteiz, a European Green Capital, is defined by its Anillo Verde (Green Belt). This selection features the 19th-century French-style Florida Park and the expansive Salburua wetlands, home to the Arcaute pond and specialized bird observation points like Los Fresnos. The list also includes the meadows of Armentia and several peaks in the Montes de Vitoria range, alongside natural springs and marshes that support the region's diverse ecosystem.
A Florida parkea/Parque de la Florida
Created in 1820, this central 19th-century French-style park functions as a botanical garden with over 90 plant species and statues of Spanish kings.
Ramon Fernandez de Pierola Apeizpikuaren lorategiak/Jardines Obispo Ramón Fernández de Piérola
Located next to the Cathedral of Mary Immaculate, these gardens feature the bronze 'Iguana' sculpture and landscaped paths in the city center.
C Armentiako zelaiak/Campas de Armentia
Extensive meadows surrounding the Romanesque Basilica of San Prudencio, serving as a gateway to the Armentia forest trails.
D Kurutzmendi
A 616-meter peak located in the Montes de Vitoria range south of the city.
E San Miguel
A peak in the Montes de Vitoria range offering views across the Alavese countryside.
F Saimendi
A summit in the Montes de Vitoria area, part of the natural southern border of the Vitoria basin.
Arkautiko urmaela/Estanque de Arcaute
A key lagoon within the Salburua wetlands, known for its population of European mink and herds of red deer.
Estanque
Small water body located on the eastern edge of the city near Arkaia.
Los Fresnos
Bird observatory in the Salburua wetlands, positioned for viewing aquatic birds and deer in the Arcaute lagoon.
Mataukolarra
Marshland area forming part of the Salburua wetland ecosystem.
Charca de Arratzua
Small lake located in the rural area north of Vitoria-Gasteiz near the village of Arratzua-Ubarrundia.
Txaparkako Iturria
Natural spring and drinking water source located in the mountains south of the city.
Fuente de Orgazi
Spring providing drinking water located near the village of Otazu.
Irua Iturria
Natural spring located in the northern rural outskirts near the Zadorra river.
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