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French Basque Country – Iparralde

Iparralde, also known as the French Basque Country, is one of the most charming areas of the Basque Country. A small region, in which the Basque culture is very present. A place that we always recommend you to visit. In this sense, we encourage you to take a look at all the articles we have published, we are sure they will be useful when planning your trip to Iparralde. The beaches, mountains and urban centers of The North Basque Country are waiting for you. Are you ready?

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Hendaye, the beginning of the coast of the French Basque Country

Hendaye, the beginning of the coast of the French Basque Country

Hendaye, the first French village we find after crossing the old border, opens its doors to us.   Separated from Hondarribia by the mouth of the river Bidasoa, Hendaye is one of the three towns that form the bay of Txingudi with Hondarribia and Irun. A location, which has...

Bayonne, what to see and do.

Bayonne, what to see and do.

Bayonne, one of the most beautiful and striking urban centers of Iparralde (French Basque Country).   Bayonne, capital of Lapurdi(French Basque Country), is one of the most beautiful and striking urban centers of the so-called "Pays Basque". Although we have always known...

Biarritz, what to see and do.

Biarritz, what to see and do.

Biarritz, the most elegant city of all our beloved Iparralde (French Basque Country).   Biarritz, also known as Miarritze, is undoubtedly one of the most impressive areas of the so-called 'Pays Basque'. A destination located by the sea and the Pyrenees, which was once...

Bidart, what to see and do.

Bidart, what to see and do.

Bidart, one of the most beautiful localities of the coast of Iparralde (French Basque Country).   Bidart, Bidarte in Basque, is a small town located 6 kilometers from Biarritz and 20 kilometers from San Juan de Luz (Donibane Lohizune). A coastal paradise, which surprises...

Guéthary, what to see and do.

Guéthary, what to see and do.

Guéthary, an idyllic village located on the coast of Iparralde.   Guéthary, Getaria in Basque, is a small town located on the coast of Iparralde, between Bidart and San Juan de Luz. Although we have always known it by the name of Getaria, in this article we will mention...

French Basque coast, the coast of Iparralde.

French Basque coast, the coast of Iparralde.

French Basque coast, a paradise of more than 30 kilometers in the north of the Basque Country.   The French Basque coast, also known as the coast of Iparralde (north in Basque), gives us really impressive spaces. Villages, towns, beaches and cliffs that make everyone who...

Domaine D’Abbadia, Hendaye.

Domaine D’Abbadia, Hendaye.

Cliffs, castles, forests and sea, a dream called Ruta Domaine D'abbadia in Hendaye.   Hendaye, the first coastal town of the French Basque Country, gives us the opportunity to make a small route in which we will enjoy as children and that we will remember all our lives. A...

Larrun rack railway, information and tips.

Larrun rack railway, information and tips.

Ascend to the summit of Mount Larrun aboard its great jewel, the cog railway.   The Larrun train, La Rhune in French, is one of those pleasant surprises that hides the interior of the French Basque Country, a train that takes us back to another era, a train collection. The...

St. Jean de Luz, what to see and do.

St. Jean de Luz, what to see and do.

Saint Jean de Luz, a jewel on the coast of Iparralde (French Basque Country).   San Juan de Luz, Donibane Lohizune in Basque, is one of the most visited towns in Iparralde. No wonder. Its enormous beach, the promenade, its urban center and its port enchant all those people...

Harpea Cave, the cave of the Pyrenees.

Harpea Cave, the cave of the Pyrenees.

Harpea Cave, a magical place next to Orbaitzeta and the Irati Forest.   The Harpea Cave is one of the most beautiful places in the Pyrenees. A magical, unique space. A cave, which, protected by mountains, rivers and valleys, offers an idyllic landscape. Located 950 meters...

Travel to the Tour de France, information and tips.

Travel to the Tour de France, information and tips.

Plan your trip to the Tour de France to experience live the most important cycling race in the world.   Every year, hundreds of Basque men and women plan their trip to the Tour de France to enjoy one of the most important sporting events of the year. The explosiveness and...

Biarritz Aquarium, information and advice.

Biarritz Aquarium, information and advice.

Meet the Aquarium of Biarritz, one of the largest aquariums in the Basque Country.   The Aquarium of Biarritz is part of the endless list of points of interest found in Iparralde(French Basque Country). An attraction, which, located in the elegant city of Biarritz is...

French Basque Country

French Basque Country

French Basque Country, where Basque and French culture merge, is worth a visit. The French Basque Country covers the 3 provinces of the French Basque territory (also called Iparralde in Basque) where you can enjoy from its wild beaches to the most beautiful mountains that...

3 places to see in the French Basque Country

3 places to see in the French Basque Country

The French Basque Country is one of the regions that form the vicinity of the Basque Country specifically, in the French side of it. As we have said on another occasion in the French Basque Country we can enjoy villages, houses, museums, squares and any other point of interest,...