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Idiazabal cheese farm visit with tasting

Spain • San Sebastián

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Idiazabal Cheese Farm Tour & Basque Cider House Lunch from San Sebastian

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Tour Overview

Taste cheese at an authentic Idiazabal cheese farm and drink Basque cider from the barrel on this full-day tour.

You will learn first hand from a shepherd about the techniques of cheese-making before tasting the farm's Idiazabal Designation of Origin cheese.

Next, head to a Basque Cider House in Astigarraga, without a doubt one of the towns with the greatest cider tradition in the entire Basque Country.

Here you will enjoy a typical cider house lunch with delicacies such as cod omelet, fried cod with green peppers, “txuleta” (a big rib eye steak), Idiazabal cheese with quince and walnuts and self-serve cider.

At the end of your tour you will be taken back to your accommodation in San Sebastian.

What’s included

• Guided visit to the Cider House
• Entrance and guided visit to an Idiazabal Cheese Farm.
• Traditional full menu lunch at the Cider House
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Local bilingual guide
• Tasting of Idiazabal cheese and other milk products during the cheese farm visit.
• Foods and drinks, unless specified.

Meeting point

Cancellation policy.

30 to 16 days prior to tour date: cancellation charge is 20% of the tour cost.

15 to 8 days prior to tour date: cancellation charge is 50% of the tour cost.

7 days before the tour starts: cancellation charge is 100% of the tour cost.

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FREE CANCELLATION

Up to 72 hours.

We know how much things can change when travelling. That´s why we offer you Free Cancellation up to 72hours before the tour starts

CHEESE FARM & CHEESE TASTING

Be a cheese-maker for a day and learn everything about the award-winning Basque Idiazabal sheep cheese

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Bring your camera as we will take you to secret viewpoints spots for the most unforgettable pictures

Monday - Friday: 9am-5pm

Small group tour: €225/ person.

Maximum 7 People

Meeting Point: We will pick you up in one of our new vans at the Guggenheim Museum for semi-private tours and from your hotel for private tours only! 

What To Expect

VISIT AN IDIAZABAL CHEESE FARM

Get ready to immerse yourself in the rolling mountains of Basque Country for a wonderful cheese experience in a family owned Idiazabal cheese farm.

This experience is fun, dynamic and interactive as you will see and will be part of the whole cheese-making process led by the shepherd. 

The cheese farm tour finishes with a wonderful cheese tasting paired with some local cider/wine in a beautiful txoko (the Basque common lounge).

The Basque Country is the only region authorised to produce Idiazabal Cheese (The Spanish parmesano). This D.O. comes from sheep that graze the green valleys of the Basque Country. The breed is known as Oveja Latxa.

​*Please be aware that in the cheese tour we could be mixed other people to a maximum of 12 people per experience

An Educational Adventure of Cheese Tasting Combined With the Exciting History of the Basques and the Stunning Landscape of San Sebastian

VISIT SAN SEBASTIAN

After the cheese tasting we will head to San Sebastian for a walking tour around the city to discover its magic and history. 

Throughout history, San Sebastian has been visited by everyone, from kings and queens to spies and artists. During our tour, we’ll tell you stories about these characters and show you the hidden secret spots only known by locals.

Visit the atmospheric Old Town, the elegant ‘Petit France’ , the vast sweep of La Concha Beach and the Comb of the Wind.

TAKE THE BEST PICTURES

In this San Sebastian tour you will have the opportunity to take the best pictures as we will take you to the  top of Monte Igueldo (one of the oldest theme parks of Europe) as well as to the Comb Of The Wind sculpture designed by the number one Basque Sculptor  Eduardo Chillida

Flavours of the Basque Countryside

TOUR DESCRIPTION

The Basque Country, and specifically San Sebastian, is world renowned for its food. We owe a lot of the current hype regarding our cuisine to our marvelous Michelin star chefs and awarded restaurants.

Historically, however, this reputation is based on the fresh quality of our ingredients, the hard labour of our farmers, and the delicious recipes of our grandmothers that have been safeguarded and perfected through generations. This tour is designed to celebrate this effort.

By the hand of a local, you will escape the busy city life and drive into the rural heart of the Basque Countryside, where all the magic takes place. We will head first to an Idiazabal Designation of Origin Cheese Farm where you will learn about the elaboration process of our most beloved cheese and enjoy a tasting of some of the products of the farm.

After the visit to the cheese farm, we will go to a Basque Cider House for lunch to discover a cozy environment where locals meet to enjoy traditional dishes of the Basque Country paired with natural Basque apple cider.

A typical Basque Cider House Menu includes:

• Fried cod with green peppers and onions
• “Txuleta” (Bone-in rib-eye steak)
• Idiazabal cheese with quince and walnuts
• Self-serve cider

Tour departs from San Sebastian at 10:00AM

6 hours, approximately

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Private group

Local bilingual guide

Entrance + guided tour of an Idiazabal Designation of Origin Cheese Farm

Idiazabal cheese tasting

Lunch in a Traditional Basque Cider House

Round-trip transportation in private vehicle from your accommodation in San Sebastian

A minimum of two people is required

Not recommended for vegans or vegetarians

Please inform in advance about any food allergies or intolerances

Starts and finishes at your accommodation

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Cheese & Wine tour

Drive you to a sheep farm in the countryside, learn how one of the famous local Basque cheese is made, Idiazabal labeled one, and tasting different ones after the pastor’s explanations.

Meeting Point

At your hotel

San Sebastian hotel

Meeting and introduction to the plan of the day.

Cheese farm & winery

Walk along the farm’s facilities with the owner, offering us a deep knowledge into the production, starting with the milking process of the sheep, obteining the first milk, you will be making your own fresh cheese! We will be tasting a sort of different cheeses pared with local wines or cider.

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5 hours tour lenght

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What’s Included:

Private tour guide service

Private group

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Cheese and wine tastings

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Tour Important Information

Let you know that we will be going to a real sheep farm, it could be mody. Wear comfortable shoes.

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Cancellation Policy

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• Traditional cider house menu: cod omelette, fried cod with peppers, grilled T-bones steak & cheese, quince & nuts. The meal includes the tasting of different blends of cider from the barrel.
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• All Fees and Taxes
• Bottled water
• Private transportation
• Entry/Admission - Caserio Museo Igartubeiti
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• Bengoetxea Kalea, 2, 20004 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain City centre, in front of bar Koh Tao
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travelers can participate
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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• Linda-Baxter77 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fabulous tour! We got picked up promptly at 12 by Maia and she was such a wonderful guide, the cider house experience was fascinating and the whole process was really interesting. The cider itself was wonderful and it was great to try all of the different barrels, the food was outstanding and the service was excellent, all of the food piping hot and delicious. Really couldn’t have gone any better, my husband and I loved it. Thanks for looking after us. Read more Written March 7, 2024
• abigage 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles No hesitation in recommending! Truly awesome - had an amazing time and our guide was fantastic. No hesitation in recommending! The food is as superb as the tour and the cider - what a find! Read more Written October 15, 2023
• Rachael S 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A must visit! This was a great day! I would highly recommend signing up. Miya was an incredible guide, multitasking between English and French and basque all day to communicate with the group. The cider house tour itself was very interesting and cool to see, it is family run and has been producing cider for the last 3 generations. Lunch provided was fantastic, we enjoyed the cod omelette, filet of cod, the best steak we have ever had in our lives, and some cookies and nuts and cheese for dessert. The cider is all you can drink and you are allowed to go to the cider room to pour your own. Such a fun day and would absolutely encourage everyone to visit! Read more Written September 5, 2023
• mariaaaba 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A memorable sidra (cider) tasting day We had a great experience with Maddalen as our guide. She picked us up and dropped us off right in San Sebastián and it was obvious to see the pride she has for her region. She gave a thorough and very fun tour of the cider house called Saizar. I can't recommend this place enough. The cider was outstanding and the food was so delicious. The love and care that goes into this process is truly unreal. It was very special to be able to take part in a tradition that dates back so many centuries. Read more Written July 20, 2023
• teresamX5010IC 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great afternoon The guide was so friendly and informative. Food was very delicious. The girl in the barrel room was lovely. Topa!! Read more Written June 22, 2023
• rachh_477 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Brilliant cider tour and traditional meal A last minute booking and I am so glad I did this! The tour was by the wonderful Mya who took us around the Saizar cider house. Full of knowledge and able to explain the process really well. The self pouring of cider was brilliant and the sit down meal was delicious. Eating and drinking with strangers from around the world but they didn’t feel like strangers once the cider flowed! Read more Written June 4, 2023
• iancG7817PS 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles First class Filling our glasses with cider from the barrel, the food was excellent and our guide Mya was brilliant. A fantastic day Read more Written May 9, 2023
• SuzieMcE 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great Basque Experience We had a fabulous experience from the moment we were picked up! Our guide was brilliant and engaging. The cider house tour was interesting and we got to do the cider pour! The meal was delicious and you can drink as much cider as you can manage. We are a family with young kids and they do kids menu and also have vegan options on the menu. Highly recommend Read more Written October 30, 2021
• shridhar12387 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing authentic local experience - do not miss! Olatz arranged an incredible experience for us as part of the cider house visit. It was super authentic, enjoyable and our guide for the evening Inaki was deeply knowledgeable. Would highly recommend booking a tour with Olatz and Inaki, they will show what the region is really about. As for the cider house, amazing communal atmosphere, fully respectful of Covid guidelines and was very traditional with amazing food. Highly highly recommended for anyone visiting the region. Read more Written August 27, 2021
• HungryHorris99 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Friendly and helpful guide We had an enjoyable visit to a traditional Basque cider house, Astarbe, a short distance from the centre of San Sebastian with the lovely Maite. She was very friendly, easy to talk to and eager to share her knowledge of the cider house's history. Whilst there we enjoyed a lovely traditional cider house meal of bacalao omelette, cod with peppers and onions, a generous ribeye steak and local smoked sheep cheese with membrillo and walnuts to finish. And of course there was plenty of oppurtunity to sample the different varieties of cider. Overall a great experience! :) Read more Written February 20, 2020
• meggy0_0weggy 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great experience! A different tour we had planned on cancelled last minute and we found this tour the day before and signed up, not sure what to expect. Our group had a GREAT time! Our tour guide, Izaskun, picked us up promptly and even on the drive out of town started telling us about the history of the areas we were driving through. She was very knowledgable about cider and cider houses but also gave us more insight about history and culture of the Basque region. She did a great job of showing us around the orchard and the cidery. Sampling cider is an experience in and of itself and the food was great (so much food!). I don't think there is anyway we could have gone to the cidery on our own and gotten as much out of the experience. At the end, Izaskun offered to drop us off in Pasaia so we could go to the Albaola boat museum and showed us where to pick up the bus back to San Sebastian. Definitely worth the time to check out the museum and it was very easy to get back to San Sebastian on the bus. We could not have been happier with this experience and highly recommend it! We only wish we had been able to do one of the longer experiences that are offered on other days and at other times of the year. Read more Written November 7, 2019
• bjourgensen 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Informative and Fun - even if you don't like cider! I am not a fan of cider and I loved this tour. Our guide, Izaskun, was simply wonderful and shared all of her local knowledge about cider, cider houses, and Basque culture in general. A quick drive from San Sebastian takes you to a lovely little orchard/cider house where the process is thoroughly explained and the history of cider making and its importance to the Basque culture is shared. We met one of the owners of the cider house and had a delicious 4-course meal served to us. For non-cider drinkers, there was water and fresh apple juice. It was a lovely afternoon and a unique experience. I Read more Written October 26, 2019
• Papitese 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Topa! That's what we learned to say cheers in Basque. If you are a foodie, this place is not to be missed. We were privileged to have Izaskun as our guide. It was a nice drive from our accommodation in Gros and Izaskun regaled us with the history and events in the region. We were very fortunate to visit the Aburuza Cider House. Even though it was the evening tour, we were still able to take a look at at the cider processing area and gained a good understanding of the method. Then it was dinner. This was substantial. Please bring along a large appetite. First course was cod omelette, then hake with peppers. All the time a super crusty loaf of bread on the table to accompany. Then the hero of the dish was this humongous steak (txuleta) to be shared. Be forewarned, they like it rare. But so tender and flavourful. Then cheese and quince to finish off. But the highlight for us was going into the cider room that had several large vats. You bring your glass and get ready to catch the arcing stream of cider when the staff opens up the tap. This allows the cider to aerate. For us it was such a novel way to taste the Cider and experience the camaraderie with other cider lovers. Izaskun was a wonderful host and really made our night super special and unforgettable. 💖to Izaskun Read more Written October 23, 2019
• silviafD4654HG 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Sider and more This is a highly adviceable visit which you will no doubt enjoy. Very comfortable private transport and Izaskun, the guide, is very outgoing and pleasant. The menu might not be worth it if you don’t eat a lot. Read more Written August 15, 2019
• Crystal R 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Not to be missed! When I came to the basque region I was told that the cider house was not to be missed if you want to enjoy a traditional culinary experience. My guide was Izaskun, and she was wonderful! As a member of the Association of Cider in the Basque region, she shared very intimate knowledge with me that I found to be very fascinating. We took a tour of the orchard and she explained the cider process. I had the opportunity to view the cellar and have fresh cider from there! The food was absolutely delicious! Defiinitely not to be missed with in Donostia! Read more Written August 13, 2019

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Basque Country Wine and Cheese Tasting Tour From San Sebastián – San Sebastian

Nestled amidst the rolling hills and lush vineyards of the Basque Country, the Wine and Cheese Tasting Tour from San Sebastián 2024 beckons travelers to uncover the secrets of this gastronomic paradise. Set out on a culinary journey that tantalizes the taste buds and immerses you in the rich tapestry of Basque flavors.

With expert guides leading the way, this tour offers a unique opportunity to savor the finest wines and cheeses while basking in the stunning landscapes of San Sebastian. Get ready to experience a symphony of flavors that will linger on your palate long after the tour ends.

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• Expert-led tastings unlock Basque Country’s wine and cheese secrets.
• Pairings elevate flavors, from crisp whites to aged sheep’s milk cheeses.
• Immersive journey through gastronomic wonders enhances tasting experience.
• Secure best pricing with group discounts for a rich culinary exploration.

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Tour Highlights

With its picturesque vineyards and artisanal cheese producers, the Basque Country Wine and Cheese Tasting Tour offers a delightful exploration of San Sebastián’s culinary treasures. Participants can indulge in exquisite wine pairings , expertly matched with local delicacies that showcase the region’s rich gastronomic heritage.

Visitors will have the opportunity to taste a variety of wines, from crisp whites to robust reds, perfectly complemented by an array of cheeses ranging from creamy blues to aged sheep’s milk varieties. Each pairing is carefully curated to enhance the flavors of both the wine and cheese, providing a sensory journey through the Basque Country’s most delectable offerings.

This immersive experience not only tantalizes the taste buds but also provides insight into the unique food culture of the region.

Itinerary Overview

Set out on an immersive journey through the Basque Country’s culinary landscape with a detailed exploration of the itinerary for the Wine and Cheese Tasting Tour from San Sebastián 2024. Discover the region’s rich gastronomic traditions as you explore the following highlights :

Local Delicacies : Indulge in the authentic flavors of Basque Country through sampling a variety of local delicacies.

Culinary Exploration : Enjoy a culinary adventure, uncovering the secrets behind Basque Country’s renowned wine and cheese.

Guided Tastings : Enjoy expert-led tastings that will enhance your understanding and appreciation of the region’s gastronomic treasures.

Prepare to be captivated by the unique blend of flavors and textures that define Basque Country’s culinary heritage on this exquisite tour.

Tasting Experiences

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with an array of exquisite flavors on the Basque Country Wine and Cheese Tasting Tour. Explore immersive tasting experiences showcasing the region’s culinary treasures.

The tour offers a delightful journey through a selection of local delicacies, allowing participants to savor the unique flavors and textures that define Basque cuisine. From aged cheeses to rich wines, each tasting is curated to provide a sensorial exploration of the region’s gastronomic wonders.

Expert guides will provide pairing suggestions, enhancing the tasting experience by combining complementary flavors to create a truly memorable culinary adventure. Get ready to indulge in the finest offerings of the Basque Country, where every bite and sip tells a story of tradition and excellence.

Customer Reviews

Among the 16 total reviews for the Basque Country Wine and Cheese Tasting Tour, travelers have shared their varied perspectives on the experience, offering valuable insights for prospective participants.

• Review Insights : Customers have highlighted the diverse selection of wines and cheeses, enhancing the overall tasting experience.
• Customer Satisfaction : Many participants expressed high levels of satisfaction with the knowledgeable guides who provided informative commentary throughout the tour.
• Quality Service: Several reviews mentioned the exceptional hospitality and attention to detail, contributing to a memorable and enjoyable outing for all attendees.

These reviews give a holistic view of the tour, indicating a positive trend in customer satisfaction and the overall quality of the Basque Country Wine and Cheese Tasting experience.

Booking Details

When reserving your spot for the Basque Country Wine and Cheese Tasting Tour, ensure to check the availability based on your preferred group size to secure the best pricing. Group discounts are available, so the larger your group, the more savings you can enjoy per person.

It’s recommended to book in advance, especially for groups , to guarantee availability and take advantage of these discounts. Plus, familiarize yourself with the tour’s cancellation policy to understand any potential fees or refund options in case your plans change.

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Common questions

Are Vegetarian or Vegan Options Available During the Wine and Cheese Tasting Tour?

Vegan wine pairings and vegetarian cheese options are available during the tour. Travelers with dietary preferences can enjoy a variety of options to complement their tasting experience, ensuring a delightful culinary adventure in the Basque Country.

Is Transportation to and From the Tasting Locations Included in the Tour Price?

Transportation arrangements are included in the tour price for convenient travel to tasting locations. Inclusive pricing covers this service. While culinary preferences like vegetarian or vegan options are accommodated, accessibility options should be checked in advance.

What Is the Maximum Group Size Allowed for the Wine and Cheese Tasting Tour?

The Basque Country Wine and Cheese Tasting Tour has a maximum group size of 12 participants. This ensures an intimate experience for all guests. Enjoy the flavors of the region in a small group setting.

Are There Any Age Restrictions for Participants on the Tour?

There are no age restrictions for participants on the tour. Accompanied minors are welcome. All guests can enjoy the Basque Country Wine and Cheese Tasting Tour from San Sebastián, 2024, regardless of age.

Can Special Dietary Restrictions or Food Allergies Be Accommodated During the Tasting Experiences?

Special dietary restrictions and food allergies can be accommodated during the tasting experiences. Allergen-friendly options, customized menus for dietary preferences, and accommodations for food sensitivities are available to ensure a pleasant and inclusive experience for all participants.

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Set out on a flavorful journey through the Basque Country with the Wine and Cheese Tasting Tour from San Sebastián 2024. Indulge in the region’s renowned culinary delights, savoring exquisite wines and cheeses amidst the stunning backdrop of San Sebastian.

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Jonas Vingegaard’s Tour de France defence in doubt after Basque crash

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The Tour de France champion, Jonas Vingegaard, was taken to hospital with a broken collarbone after a serious crash on stage four of the Itzulia Basque Country.

Vingegaard also suffered several broken ribs from the high-speed accident that also included Remco Evenepoel and Primoz Roglic among a group of 12 affected riders. “It was a nasty crash, but fortunately he is stable and conscious. He remains in hospital as a precaution. Thank you for all your messages,” Vingegaard’s team Visma-Lease a Bike said in a statement.

Six riders went to hospital after the incident, including the Australian Jay Vine, who was diagnosed with a fractured cervical vertebra and two fractures in his thoracic spine. “Fortunately, there were no neurological problems and there are no other serious injuries or skull injuries,” Vine’s UAE Team Emirates said in a statement.

Evenepoel’s team Soudal-QuickStep revealed the Belgian must undergo surgery on a fractured collarbone and fractured scapula. Roglic was the least affected of the big-name trio involved and he headed for the team car having received medical attention. The incident took place when the peloton was descending around a tight right-hand bend with less than 40km of the stage to go, one riding sliding out of the road and on to the bank, sparking a chain reaction as more followed.

The race was then neutralised until the finish, with only the six riders who had been at the front being allowed to sprint for the finish to try to win the stage, victory eventually going to the underwhelmed South African Louis Meintjes, who admitted it was a hollow triumph.

“It’s a sad day. I wish all the guys who crashed all the best and wish them a fast recovery,” Mattias Skjelmose, who took the overall race lead from Roglic, said at the finish. “My mind is with the guys who crashed, and right now I am not thinking about the leader’s jersey.”

Vingegaard won the Tour de France in 2022 and 2023 but with this year’s event starting on 29 June, doubt now hangs over his ability to defend his crown.

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Tour de France in doubt for Jonas Vingegaard and Jay Vine after horrific crash during the Itzulia Basque Country race in Spain

Sport Tour de France in doubt for Jonas Vingegaard and Jay Vine after horrific crash during the Itzulia Basque Country race in Spain

Jonas Vingegaard has been taken to hospital along with leading Australian rider Jay Vine after some of the world's best cyclists suffered injuries in a mass crash at high speed in the Itzulia Basque Country race in Spain. 

The reigning double Tour de France champion Vingegaard was reported to have suffered a broken collarbone and several broken ribs but was "conscious" after the alarming crash that threatens his hopes of a famous treble in July.

Vine, last year's Tour Down Under winner, also ended up crashing heavily in a concrete ditch and was taken away by ambulance.

The 28-year-old was later diagnosed with a fractured cervical vertebra and two fractures in his thoracic spine, with no other major injuries or head trauma. 

It was a disastrous day for another modern-day great too, with Remco Evenepoel, the 2022 world champion, managing to walk away from the crash despite suffering what his Soudal-Quick Step later confirmed was a fracture to his right collarbone and to his right shoulder blade.

He will need surgery on Friday in Belgium.

Giro d'Italia champ Primoz Roglic, who had been the overnight leader, also abandoned the race after giving a thumbs-up to cameras from the team car to show he was OK.

In all, 12 riders near the front of the peloton were involved in the crash, which happened with about 35 kilometres left of the fourth stage between Etxarri Aranatz and Legutio, in northern Spain.

The leaders were making a sweeping right-hand turn on a slight but swift descent, with some sliding off, sending others off the road into the ditch.

Denmark's Vingegaard, who has been in spectacular form and was favourite for the 2024 Tour de France, had to be carried to the ambulance in a neck brace and needed oxygen after treatment at roadside by doctors.

The race was then neutralised until the finish, with only the six riders who had been at the front being allowed to sprint for the finish to try to win the stage, with victory eventually going to the underwhelmed South African Louis Meintjes, who admitted it was a hollow triumph.

"It's a sad day. I wish all the guys who crashed all the best and wish them a fast recovery," Mattias Skjelmose, who took the overall race lead from Roglic, said at the finish.

"My mind is with the guys who crashed, and right now I am not thinking about the leader's jersey."

The crash, which featured three of the world's most outstanding riders in Vingegaard, Evenepoel and Roglic, was also a huge blow for 25-year-old Vine, who has graduated from riding a turbo trainer in his living room to being a peloton star.

He had begun the week-long race on Monday with an exceptional time trial that had left him second behind only Roglic at that stage and revealed afterwards that the Itzulia had been only a late addition to his schedule.

Earlier on Thursday, Roglic's teammate at BORA-Hansgrohe, Lennard Kamna, was reported to be in a "stable condition" in intensive care after he had collided with a car during a training ride in Tenerife.

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Two-time Tour de France champion Jonas Vingegaard was "conscious"in hospital his team said following a mass crash which resulted in stage four of the Tour of the Basque Country race being neutralised on Thursday.

Danish Visma-Lease a Bike rider Vingegaard, Remco Evenepoel, Jay Vine and Steff Cras were among several riders who were taken to hospital following the incident, while Primoz Roglic was also involved in the crash and did not finish the stage.

Several of the 12 riders involved in the crash fell into a concrete ditch after sliding off on a corner with around 35 kilometres to go in the run from Etxarri Aranatz to Legutio, in northern Spain.

The 2022 and 2023 Tour de France champion Vingegaard was taken to an ambulance on a stretcher, while Belgian Evenepoel was walking but his team Soudal Quick Step confirmed he was also going to hospital.

"Jonas is conscious and will be examined in the hospital now," Visma said on X, formely known as Twitter.

"Thank you for your messages. More updates later," they added of their 27-year-old star.

Roglic, who also abandoned the race, offered a thumbs up to television cameras while sitting in the Bora-Hansgrohe team car, to show he was not significantly injured.

UAE Team Emirates said their Australian rider Vine was also taken to hospital but was conscious and talking, along with Team TotalEnergies rider Cras.

The crash happened on the descent from the Alto de Olaeta after a rider in the front of the peloton slid off the road on a right-hand bend.

A six-man breakaway were allowed to continue to try and race for the stage win in the final 18km.

"The race is neutralised until the finish line, the six leading riders will compete in the stage but the stage times will not be counted for the general classification," race organisers said.

"The bunch will go in neutral until the finish line," he added.

Earlier Thursday Roglic's team-mate Lennard Kamna was in a "stable condition" in intensive care after a collision with a car during a training ride in Tenerife.

Roglic, who also fell on Wednesday in stage three but quickly recovered, was leading the overall standings from Evenepoel by seven seconds at the start of racing on Thursday.

Friday's fifth and penultimate stage is a 175.9km ride north from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Amorebieta-Etxano.

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