There is an inborn sense to party in the Basque Country !
Dancing and singing resound from the village squares, bullfighting in the heart of the arenas or pelota games against the pelota walls... Let yourself be carried away by the celebrations during your stay !
Wish to discover the area ?
La Bastide Clairence, one of the most beautiful villages in France, with 7 centuries of history. The Craftsmen and small shops are numerous. Potter, weaver, glassblower, master perfumer, cabinetmaker, framer, mosaicist, shoemaker, sculptor, engraver, painter... welcome you in the shade of the old stonework.
Visit : The place des Arceaux, the church, the thematic circuit from the tourist office. Don't forget the gourmet outings to producers of cheese, duck, apple juice, ciders or beef...
Like to do something more sporty ?
Alone, as a couple or a group, you can try sports activities such as Golf, on the numerous courses along the coastline, horse riding, mountain biking, walking, canoe kayak...
Want to try the local produce ?
From chocolate at Bayonne, to macaroons from La Bastide or St Jean Pied de Port to gingerbread from Ainhoa... or traditional basque tart, cherries from Itxassou... to ham from Bayonne to ewe's milk cheese from Ossau-Iraty as well as trout reared in the mountain rivers... The piperade with Basque chicken or Axoa tuna...
All of the "Basque" cuisine is available in the inns and restaurants whether in the countryside or by the seaside...
Visit :
Like to do some shopping ?
The Spanish border is nearby