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Arratzu
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Coat of arms of Arratzu
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Arratzu is located in Basque Country
Arratzu
Arratzu
Location in Basque Country
Country Spain
Autonomous community Basque Country
Province Biscay
Comarca Busturialdea
Area
 • Total 10.34 km2 (3.99 sq mi)
Elevation
40 m (130 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 418
 • Density 40.43/km2 (104.70/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Basque: arratzuarra
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
4838
Official language(s) Basque
Spanish

Arratzu is a small town and a municipality in northern Spain. It is located in the province of Biscay. This area is part of the Basque Country, which is a special region in Spain.

About Arratzu

Arratzu is a charming place with a small population. It is known for its peaceful surroundings. The town is located in the Busturialdea area. This region is famous for its beautiful natural landscapes.

Location and Geography

Arratzu is situated in the province of Biscay. This province is in the northern part of Spain. The town is about 40 meters (131 feet) above sea level. Its total area is about 10.34 square kilometers.

Population and Languages

As of 2018, Arratzu had a population of 418 people. People from Arratzu are called arratzuarra in the Basque language. The official languages spoken here are Basque and Spanish. Many people in the Basque Country speak Basque, which is a very old language.

Local Government

Like other towns, Arratzu has a local government. The leader of the town is called the Mayor. As of the information provided, the mayor is Josu Sabin Olano. He belongs to the PNV political party. The local government helps manage the town's services. These services include things like roads and public spaces.

See also

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