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The Zugarramurdi Caves are located a short distance from the conference venue and constitute one of the most singular sites in the region. The cave itself is a large natural cavity carved by water, set in a dense green landscape typical of the western Pyrenees.

Beyond its geological interest, Zugarramurdi is deeply connected to a well-known episode of inquisitorial persecution in the early 17th century, which has shaped the cultural identity of the area. The site is often associated with local legends of witchcraft, not as folklore alone, but as part of a broader historical and social context.

The nearby Witches’ Museum of Zugarramurdi provides a detailed interpretation of these events, addressing both the historical reality and the symbolic dimension of the so-called “witches” in Basque culture. Together, the cave and the museum offer a layered experience where landscape, history and collective imagination converge.