Gastronomy, nature, culture, sports, wellbeing... where else?

• 86.95 Life expectancy at birth (women)
• 81.67 Life expectancy at birth (men)
• 150 + Kilometres of coastline
• 3 Natural parks

Biscay offers an unparalleled balance between economic dynamism and outstanding quality of life. Its leading healthcare system, low pollution, public safety, and efficient public transport support one of the highest life expectancies in the world.

The close proximity between nature and city defines the experience: more than 150 kilometers of coastline, three natural parks, and the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve, all just minutes from a metropolitan area that has transformed its waterfront, expanded green spaces, and where more than 60% of internal trips are now made on foot.

Educational excellence complements this environment, with international schools, universities, and prestigious vocational training centers whose methodologies position Bizkaia as a European benchmark.

Cultural life is vibrant: the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao—which receives more than 1 million visitors annually—coexists with the Museum of Fine Arts, international festivals, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and iconic architecture. Gastronomy also represents one of Biscay's most powerful identity markers: 14 restaurants with 16 Michelin stars, pintxos as an everyday tradition, and Txakoli as a Denomination of Origin. Living well in Bizkaia is part of the model that drives the attraction of talent, investment, and major projects.