Sights in Pirineos Atlánticos

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sights in Pirineos Atlánticos : the essentials

Cathedrals in Bayonne

St Mary Cathedral

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A Romanesque cathedral was destroyed by 2 fires in the years 1258 and 1310. The current building construction began in the middle

Castles in Pau

Castle of Pau

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The Castle or Chateau de Pau is one of the most imposing buildings in Pau. It's located in the town centre, and it's not hard to f

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

Castles in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Saint Jean Pied de Port Citadel

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Looking excellent at the top of this beautiful walled city, the citadel was designed by the military engineer Vauban in the sevent

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 Sainte-Engrâce

Santa Engracia

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In Santa Engracia (France) in low to Larrau, you find this amazing house, which seems to have a story, do not miss any detail, wat

Historical Monuments in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Porte de Saint Jacques

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The Gate of Saint Jacques is one of the front doors of this beautiful medieval fortified city. This gate is classified by UNESCO a

Churches in Bayonne

Saint André Church

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Located in the "Petit Bayonne" next to the castle, this neo-Gothic church was built in the mid-19th century, thanks to funds provi

City Halls in Bayonne

Bayonne City Hall

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Today the building houses the town hall and theater, but it also housed the headquarters of the office. Made in the Neoclassical s

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

Churches in Espelette

Church of Espelette

The inner wooden gallery is very typical of this area in the Basque country. Discoidal contrails are in no short supply in the d

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-

City Halls in Bidart

Mairie de Bidart (Town Hall)

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Like the typical architecture of the Basque-French style houses, the framework is red and the facade is contrasted in white. Most

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

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