Are you ready to step back in time and discover the history of Hendaye and the Basque Country, in a fun and interactive way?
Opened on July 17, 2024, La Cité des Mémoires – Andaye, Oroitzapenen Hiria takes you on a journey from witchcraft in the 17th century to the great conflicts of the 20th century, via neo-Basque architecture, smuggling, gastronomy and, of course, the border and customs.
The 9 rooms feature numerous interactive modules and varied collections, with copies of major works, including Goya, from Versailles, the Grand Palais in Paris, museums in Madrid and London…
A must-see for all ages. Emotions guaranteed!
Step back in time
and plunge into the heart of history
Immerse yourself in the captivating history of the Basque Country through 9 rooms dedicated…
“Andaye (the commune’s 17th-century spelling), the City of Memories – Oroitzapenen Hiria” takes you from the origins of Basque mythology to the opening of the border crossing with the Schengen agreements, via the conflicts on the banks of the Bidassoa.
The site skilfully combines exhibition spaces with copies of major works from Versailles and European museums, and interactive modules to appeal to all audiences.
A year-round immersion in time!
New for 2025: “Visit and have fun!
Discover our museum in game mode, using your cell phone.
Solve the riddles in each of the 9 rooms of the Cité des Mémoires.
Who will be the fastest and most observant?
Game available for children aged 8-12 and adults.
No extra charge – game included in museum admission.
And to continue your visit, there’s an escape-game dedicated to Étienne Pellot, the last privateer from Hendaye…
Ready to give it a try?
Practical information
- Parking: You can park at the Parking Indigo in Hendaye town center, with one hour’s free parking*. Entrance opposite the Cité des Mémoires, with several lift-accessible spaces for people with special needs.
- The site is accessible to wheelchair users .
- The tour is available in several languages: French, Basque, English, Spanish, German, Dutch, Italian and Portuguese.
- Payment methods: bank cheques, cash, vacation vouchers and credit cards.
- For group visits, please please contact us. Bus parking 400 meters away.
- Bags and strollers must be left at reception.
Contact: contact@citedesmemoires.com – Tel: 05 59 06 81 90
*Offer reserved for individuals, excluding special rates and occasional reductions.
Present your ticket at reception to benefit from free admission.
Rates
- Adults: €8.80
- Children (6-13 years): €4.40
- Young people (aged 14-18): €5.50
- Students (under 25): €6.20
- Disabled 80%: €4.40
- Family package (2 adults + 2 or 3 children): €23.10
- For group visits, please contact us.
Animations 2025
- From April 2025, discover the museum in a fun way!
Use your cell phone to solve the various riddles in the Cité des Mémoires. Two levels of play: children and adults. - Wednesday March 26: Les Nocturnes de l’Histoire
- From 6:30pm to 8:00pm, adult admission at half price, i.e. €4.40 (instead of €8.80)
Closes at 9:00pm. - 6.30pm and 7.45pm: Escape-game “Pellot’s Mysteries”.
Single price for 2 to 5 players: €50 (booking required). - 8:00 pm: Lecture “Racing and maritime smuggling in the Franco-Spanish Atlantic in the 17th century” by Olivier Caporossi (Université de Pau / UPPA).
Free (reservation required).
- From 6:30pm to 8:00pm, adult admission at half price, i.e. €4.40 (instead of €8.80)
- Saturday May 17: Museum Night
- From 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, free admission – Closes at 10:00 pm.
- 7:30pm: Escape-game “Les mystères de Pellot” (reservation required).
- Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21: European Heritage Days
Price: €4.40
Cité des Mémoires agenda
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The City of Memories – Andaye, Oroitzapenen Hiria takes you on a journey from witchcraft in the 17th century to the great conflicts of the 20th century, via neo-Basque architecture, smuggling, gastronomy…
Opening hours
The City of Memories
Oroitzapenen Hiria
Open all year round
(except May 1st, August 10th, December 24th, 25th and 31st)
– September to June:
Monday to Saturday: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm**; 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm**
Sunday: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm**
– July and August:
daily
10:00 am – 6:30 pm
** Last admissions for the tour are possible at 11:00 am and at 4:45 pm.
Situation
26, rue de l’Église
64700 HENDAYE
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