Uribe Postal Codes: 48100 to 48640 | Vizcaya, País Vasco

Key Facts

Uribe is a comarca (historical region) located in the province of Vizcaya within the autonomous community of the Basque Country in northern Spain. Situated in the central-western part of Vizcaya, Uribe occupies a strategic position between the Greater Bilbao metropolitan area to the east and the more rural coastal regions to the north. This region covers approximately 150 square kilometers and has a population of around 45,000 residents distributed across its various municipalities. Uribe is administratively divided into 16 municipalities, including notable towns such as Gernika-Lumo (famous for its historical significance and the Gernika Oak), Mungia, and Bermeo, which serve as important economic and cultural centers within the comarca. The landscape of Uribe features a diverse mix of coastal areas along the Bay of Biscay, rolling hills, and fertile valleys that support both agricultural activities and urban development. Historically, Uribe has been an important region in Basque culture and governance, with Gernika-Lumo serving as the traditional site where Basque freedoms were sworn under the Gernika Oak tree. The region maintains strong Basque cultural traditions while also serving as an important economic corridor connecting Bilbao with the coastal fishing and tourism industries. For detailed postal code information and administrative data for Uribe's 16 municipalities, comprehensive resources are available to assist with mail delivery and location-based services throughout this historically rich Basque comarca.

Neighboring Regions

• Busturialdea
• Greater Bilbao
• Durangaldea
• Lea-Artibai