Iurreta Postal Codes: 48215 | Duranguesado, Vizcaya, País Vasco

Key Facts

Iurreta is a municipality located within the comarca of Duranguesado in the province of Vizcaya, part of the autonomous community of the Basque Country (País Vasco) in northern Spain. Situated in the heart of the Duranguesado region, Iurreta lies along the banks of the Ibaizabal River, approximately 30 kilometers southeast of the provincial capital, Bilbao. The municipality covers an area of about 18.84 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 3,700 residents. Iurreta is administratively divided into several neighborhoods or districts, including the main town center and surrounding rural areas. Historically, its economy was closely tied to ironworking and manufacturing, benefiting from the industrial heritage of the wider Duranguesado area. Today, while maintaining some industrial activity, it also serves as a residential community with good transport links to Bilbao. The landscape is characterized by the river valley, with the surrounding mountains of the Basque interior providing a scenic backdrop. For detailed postal code information and further subdivision data for Iurreta's various neighborhoods, please consult the relevant municipal and postal service resources.

Neighboring Regions

• Durango
• Amorebieta-Etxano
• Izurtza
• Abadiño
• Mañaria