Susanne Dittrich

Born in Munich and based in Bizkaia, Susanne Dittrich has spent the last two decades guiding visitors through the layered cultural terrain of the Basque Country with fluency in Spanish, English, Italian and German. Her work is shaped by an attentive curiosity — an ability to connect the visual and sensory threads of art, architecture and gastronomy into cohesive, memorable experiences rather than isolated highlights. Over the years, Susanne has developed a nuanced appreciation for Bilbao’s transformation from industrial port to contemporary creative hub, and she is a Guggenheim Museum-accredited guide, bringing institutional insight to her interpretation of modern and historic collections alike.

What distinguishes Susanne’s guiding philosophy is her commitment to contextual depth and thoughtful pacing. Whether introducing visitors to avant-garde architectural narratives, unpacking the interplay between northern Spanish regional identities and culinary traditions, or exploring hidden corners of urban and rural landscapes, her tours invite travellers to listen and observe as much as to see. Rooted in a lived love for the region, her approach feels both personal and finely tuned to the curiosities of each group — an exchange that transforms a visit into an encounter with place and meaning.