Discover the Basque Country from Hendaye…
White houses with colorful woodwork, golf courses by the ocean, hiking in the foothills of the Pyrenees… Hendaye is an ideal gateway to the charms of the Basque Country.
Our must-sees – 15 minutes
Hondarribia, the fortified city
200 meters as the crow flies
Discovering Hondarribia couldn’t be easier! Just take the ferry across the Bidasoa River.
Then let yourself be transported from the Marine district (very lively in the evening) to the old town hidden behind its ramparts.
You’re sure to fall under the spell of its narrow streets and ashlar facades…
Saint-Jean-de-Luz, the royal
In the footsteps of Louis XIV
There’s nothing more pleasant than taking the Corniche Basque to discover Saint-Jean-de-Luz… Located 15 kilometers from Hendaye, the town, which hosted the marriage of the Sun King in 1660, now boasts a lively pedestrian street and a fishing port at the mouth of the River Nivelle.
Our favorites – 30 minutes
Bayonne and neighboring Anglet
Sare
A journey through time
Discovering Sare means plunging into the heart of prehistoric caves, admiring the surrounding landscapes from the summit of La Rhune and discovering the Basque soul.
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Cambo-les Bains
A green setting
On the banks of the River Nive, the town is home toone of France’s most beautiful spa centers (don’t forget to explore its park!) and the Villa Arnaga, built by Edmond Rostand, author of Cyrano de Bergerac.
Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port
On the road to Compostela
Fortified by Vauban, the village is a must for pilgrims. It also allows you to discover France’s smallest vineyard, but the largest in the Basque country: Irouléguy.
Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health. Drink in moderation.
Bilbao
And the Guggenheim Museum
Proud of its industrial past, this conurbation of 600,000 inhabitants has transformed itself perfectly. A must-see ! 1h15 from Hendaye.