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sights in Tierra y costa vasca : the essentials

Churches in Hendaye

Notre Dame de la Bidassoa

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Located in the heart of the city, this typical Basque church was destroyed and rebuilt between the eighteenth and early nineteenth

Churches in Saint Jean de Luz

Église Saint Jean-Baptiste

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This church is dedicated to St. John the Baptist, patron of the city. It was built on the ruins of another church in the heart of

Historical Monuments in Ciboure

Sokoa Fort

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Well, for me this place is very special, especially when there are waves, since in its rough water the waves are fantastic .. Espe

Historical Monuments in Saint Jean de Luz

Maison de l'Infante

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After the wedding of King Louis XIV to Maria Theresa of Spain, the city of St Jean de Luz was considered to be a royal city. From

Squares in Saint Jean de Luz

Place Louis XIV

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Situated in the heart of the city, this is undoubtedly the most touristic place to be found here. It is lined with terraces that a

Churches in Ainhoa

Our Lady of the Assumption Church

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The church has undergone several modifications over the years. It is noteworthy that the cemetery is adjacent to it, where we find

Train Stations in Saint Jean de Luz

Le Train de La Rhune

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The town of Sara, 14km from Saint Jean de Luz, is the starting point for the train that goes to the very summit of Larrún. The cli

City Halls in Guéthary

Town Hall of Ghétary

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Located along the pediment of this pretty French Basque village with a flavour of sailors. The facade is a neo-Basque style, half-

Churches in Ainhoa

Our Lady of Arantzazu Chapel

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To reach this small chapel, head to Calvary and climb a steep slope with 13 white crosses. The walk is suitable for children and s

Churches in Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle

Saint Pierre Church

Currently closed for renovation until June 23, 2012. Galleries like these are very typical in this zone of the Basque Country, w

Castles in Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle

Witches Castle

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This castle is now in ruins. It's construction began in the 14th century, but suffered several fires. Unfortunately, it's famous b

Churches in Ciboure

Church of San Vicente

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It is definitely worth making a stop in this tiny town, the birthplace of Ravel, facing St Jean de Luz. The church is precious. It

Historical Monuments in Hendaye

Monument aux Morts

This monument, dedicated to the victims of the World Wars, is situated in a beautiful spot. With your back to the monument you can

Churches in Sare

Eglise Saint Martin

The church of Sare is situated in one of the prettiest villages in France. I recommend you visit the small cemetery surrounding th

Cemeteries in Biriatou

Biriatu Cemetery

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The cemetery can be found in the urban centre of this small French Basque town of only some 1000 inhabitants. To access it, you ha

Churches in Biriatou

St Martin Church

Located in the small French Basque town of Biriatu-Biriatou. The church can be found in the centre of the town, next to the pedime

City Halls in Hendaye

Town Hall (Maire d'Hendaye)

The city hall (hotel de ville) is black and red with a whale on his shield. The whalers hendayeses were good at what they did and

Churches in Urrugne

Chapel of Our Lady of Socorri

The Chapel of Our Lady of Socorri can be found at the top of this beautiful French Basque village. It's a much-loved place of pilg

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