La Cueva de Zugarramurdi


According to the Inquisition, these caves (also known as Cuevas de Las Brujas, or Caves of the Witches) were once the scene of evil debauchery. True to form, inquisitors tortured and burned scores of alleged witches here. Pathways and boardwalks let you explore the caves, which are a level 500m walk west of Zugarramurdi's village centre.


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