Sentiers Littoral

Eight of the best hikes in the Basque Country

From the top of the Rhune to the Jaizkibel crests or along the coast from Bayonne to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, the best way to discover the Basque Country and its hidden gems is on foot...

1. La Rhune

Vue depuis La Rhune vers la côte basque

1. La Rhune

Sacred summit, La Rhune (905m) is a legendary hike. It might not be the easiest, but as the local saying goes "if you make it to the top of the Rhune you'll make it up any Basque mountain". Make sure you're well-equipped before starting off from Ascain, Sare, Olhette or the Saint-Ignace pass. It will take 2 to 3 hours to get to the top, but the view of the ocean and the Pyrenees are worth every step.
You can also get to the top of the Rhune by rack-railway (single or return).

www.rhune.com

2. The coastal path

From beaches to creeks, cliffs to headlands, from Bidart to Saint-Sébastien, Talaia, the Basque coastal path, gives you 54km of waymarked, protected, accessible walking along with endless panoramic views of the coast and sea. Our favourite stretch: the rocky coastal path between Ciboure and Hendaye.

3. The Kakuetta Gorges

A protected site, this canyon is called « Little Amazonia » because of its wild and luxuriant vegetation.

4. The Ursuya

The gentle and waymarked verdant slopes of the Ursuya are just the thing for family walks. Setting off from Hasparren, Urcuray, Mendionde or Macaye it will probably take you a good two hours to reach the top (678m) where you'll get to see the wild Pottok ponies and numerous birds of prey.

2. Le sentier du littoral

Randonneuse sur le Sentier Littoral à Bidart 002 ©CDT64-P.Gaillard

3. Les gorges de Kakuetta

Les gorges de Kakuetta

Site préservé, ce canyon est appelé « petite Amazonie » pour sa nature luxuriante et sauvage. Le sentier, aménagé et sécurisé entre de hauts versants, mène en 1h à une grande cascade et à la grotte aux lacs. Pour petits et grands aventuriers !

Important, veuillez noter que le site est actuellement fermé. Plus de renseignement auprès de l'office de tourisme du Pays basque.

4. L’Ursuya

Ursuia paysage

Douces et balisées, les pentes verdoyantes de l’Ursuya se prêtent aux promenades en famille. En deux bonnes heures au départ d’Hasparren, Urcuray, Mendionde ou Macaye, on arrive sans difficulté au sommet (678m), où observer pottoks et rapaces.

5. Les crêtes du Jaizkibel

Socoa-Jaizkibel

5. The Jaizkibel Crests

Too tired for spectacular views over the sea and the Bay of Hendaye? The Jaizkibel Crests (573m) are easily accessible from Pasaia Donibane. The bravest visitors will set off from the Guadalupe Oratory (Fontarrabie), where a short but steep climb leads to the summit.

6. The Ainhoa Chapel

From this village, listed among the most beautiful in France, discover the chapel of Notre-Dame-d’Aubépine. A 45-minute climb takes you to the site (389m), where you'll find a calvary cross, circular headstones and an open view all the way to the ocean. Walk it at your own pace or during the annual Whit Monday procession.

7. Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

The way to explore this fortified town on the Santiago de Compostela route, and among the most beautiful villages in France, is on foot: from the UNESCO-listed Porte Saint-Jacques, make your way through the narrow streets with their historic buildings to the Citadel and admire the view of the Cize countryside, the Irouléguy vineyards and the mountains.
Useful tip: daily guided visits are organised all year round with extra evening visits in summer.
Information: +33(0)5 59 37 03 57

8. The historical centre of Bayonne

A protected area, Old Bayonne welcomes you to its narrow streets and along the banks of the Nive: the perfect opportunity to take in the half-timbered facades, the Sainte-Marie Cathedral and its cloister, both on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Useful tip: the Bayonne Tourist Office organises guided theme tours all year round.
Information: www.bayonne-tourisme.com

6. La Chapelle d’Ainhoa

Randonnée GR10 Ainhoa

Depuis ce village, classé parmi les plus beaux de France, découvrez la chapelle Notre-Dame-d’Aubépine. Une montée de 45mn et vous êtes sur le site (389m), orné d’un calvaire et de stèles discoïdales, vue ouverte jusqu’à l’océan. À découvrir librement ou lors de la procession du lundi de Pentecôte.

7. Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

VTT à Saint-Jean Pied de Port

Cette cité fortifiée, étape de Compostelle et parmi les plus beaux villages de France, se dévoile à pied : de la Porte Saint-Jacques, classée à l’UNESCO, parcourir les rues étroites aux demeures de caractère jusqu’à la citadelle et admirer la vue sur le Pays de Cize, les vignobles d’Irouléguy et les montagnes.
À savoir : des visites commentées sont organisées toute l’année en journée et l’été en soirée.
Renseignements : 05 59 37 03 57

8. Le centre historique de Bayonne

Bayonne

Secteur sauvegardé, le Vieux Bayonne vous accueille dans ses ruelles et en bord de Nive. L’occasion d’admirer les façades à colombage, la Cathédrale Sainte Marie et son cloître, inscrits au Patrimoine mondial UNESCO.
A savoir : l’office de Tourisme de Bayonne organise des visites guidées thématiques toute l’année.
Renseignements : www.bayonne-tourisme.com

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EARL La Clé des Champs

Located near the village of Urt in the Basque Country, come and discover the farm La Clé des Champs. The opportunity to discover their lambs, as well as their Haric'Urt (white beans type haricot tarbais)

Come and meet Corinne Hiraboure on her farm in Urt where you can discover the Haric'Urt, white beans of the Tarbais bean type. You can also meet her ewe lambs and their lambs.

Productions of the farm : Sale of lambs carcass, cutting, vacuum packed Processed products (merguez, axoa, sausage) Sale of Haric' Urt (white beans type Tarbais bean) in balotin

Maisob Laclaou 1044 chemin de Larroque 64240 URT
- Office de Tourisme Pays Basque -
- Office de Tourisme Pays Basque -
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Bipia

Bipia is an artisanal production company that has been making Espelette chilli products in Larressore since 1997. Most of the production operations are carried out by hand. Bipia offers a range of products without coloring, without additives, and without preservatives, of which a part has been organic for about ten years. It consists of sauces, condiments, spreads and cooked vegetables.

We offer guided tours of the cannery several times a week in July and August, and by appointment for groups outside these periods. An area dedicated to self-guided tours, including a mini-exhibition on chilli peppers, is always available. Bipia favours good, beautiful and local products, delighting the taste buds and sharing the love of its region.

619 route d'Halsou ZA Errepira 64480 LARRESSORE
Du 03/01/2024 au 31/05/2024
- Tourisme Béarn Pyrénées Pays basque -
- Tourisme Béarn Pyrénées Pays basque -
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Hôtel Ursula

Cambo-les-Bains is a destination blessed by nature, located at the foot of the Pyrenees mountains and only 20 minutes from the waves of the Basque coast.

The seaside resorts of Anglet, Biarritz, Saint-Jean de Luz and Bayonne are all accessible being perfectly located on the doorstep of Cambo-les-Bains, with Spain also being less than an hour away. Located in the picturesque part of Bas Cambo, this hotel in an old farmhouse has been completely renovated. The 15 modern rooms offer views of the garden or the mountains, some with a terrace. All are air-conditioned and equipped with a bathroom, 1 TV (Canal + Satellite), telephone, free wifi access and two of them are accessible to disabled persons. The hotel offers a buffet breakfast with a wide choice of regional products.

Spa information: Thermal baths 2.4 km, thermal shuttle stop 80 m, city center 1.3 km, railway station 700 m.

37 route du Bas Cambo 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 01/01/2024 au 31/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Domaine Xixtaberri

An organic blueberry orchard opens a few doors to public for the blueberry's harvesting. The atmosphere is fliendly and young and old alike meet to share a good moment in family or with friends. The harvesting takes place during 5 weeks, from mid-june to the beginning of august in Cambo-les-Bains.

Route d'Hasparren 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 15/06/2024 au 31/07/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Visite guidée : les petites et grandes histoires de Cambo-les-Bains

Little and big stories of Cambo-les-Bains : From the church to the "fronton", Valérie, your passionate local guide makes you discover Cambo's picturesque houses and nicest points of vue. Sharing, conviviality and authenticity guaranteed !

Office de tourisme 3 avenue de la Mairie 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
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Hôtel Le Trinquet

Located in the heart of the city center and totally renovated in 2016, the hotel offers you 12 bedrooms of whom 5 with a small kitchen. Capacity of 2,3 or 4 persons. The hotel is also adjoining the Trinquet.

Rue du Trinquet 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 17/01/2024 au 10/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Office de Tourisme de Cambo-les-Bains

3 avenue de la Mairie BP 15 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
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Le Béret Français

We invite you to discover the Béret Français factory in Bayonne and learn all about the different stages of beret manufacture, direct from the only French beret factory in the Basque Country!

Rich in ancestral know-how, each of our berets is handcrafted according to a traditional manufacturing process, which remains a secret, given that each beret undergoes more than 10 hand adjustments. All in all, it takes a week for a beret to be ready for its future customer. In one visit, you'll be able to see every step of the way, and get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of this emblem of the region, and of our country! Le Béret Français has, of course, been awarded the EPV (Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant) label by the French Ministry of the Economy.

28 Chemin de Trouillet 64100 BAYONNE
Du 01/01/2024 au 31/12/2024
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Hôtel La Villa Bleue

Idealy located in Cambo-les-Bains, midway between the city center and the Baths, it is a place where the quality of reception rhymes with savoir-faire. At Laurent Rodriguez's, be sure you will spend a great stay for a night, a week-end or a few-weeks cure. Contemporary set and comfortable rooms. Breakfast served on th terrace.

31-33 allée Anne de Neubourg 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 01/01/2024 au 31/12/2024
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- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Restaurant La Petite Auberge

340 Rue du Bourg 64480 USTARITZ
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- Office de Tourisme Pays Basque -
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Résidence Le Levant

Between the ocean and Pyrenees, facing both the town and the countryside, Cambo les Bains reveals the many sides to the Basque country.

Snuggling in an enchanting park, la résidence du levant***, with its Basque architecture boasts 153 deluxe studios and apartments, each with a private balcony allowing the guest to enjoy the sunshine and beauty of the surrounding property in complete privacy.

Domaine Thermal 5 avenue des Thermes 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 18/02/2024 au 08/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Village Club Miléade

Totally pedestrian and near by the museum Edmond Rostand, the hotel-club of Cambo les Bains will seduce you by its authenticity. Covered and heated swimming pool, tennis and accomodations with reduced mobility access.

7 avenue du Dr Alexandre Camino 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 22/04/2024 au 28/10/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Chaîne Thermale du Soleil - Thermes de Cambo les Bains

The spa of Cambo-les-Bains, the only spa in the Basque Country, is renowned for its mild and sunny microclimate

and sunny microclimate, is also classified as a climatic resort.

The richness of its springs and their therapeutic properties have been treating joint pain and respiratory problems since Antiquity.

With a beautiful Art Deco style, located in a lush 12-hectare park, the establishment offers a high-performance technical platform and a complete range of individual or group treatments.

You can also discover pedagogical and educational workshops to help you live better with your disease, whether it be within the framework of highly medicalized cures (on fixed dates): Post-Breast Cancer, Tinnitus, Complementary Programs accessible all year round, Rheumatology or Respiratory Tract mini-cures over a minimum of 5 days.

5 avenue des Thermes 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 17/02/2024 au 07/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Station thermale de Cambo les Bains

5 avenue des Thermes 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 01/01/2024 au 31/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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L'Art de l'Espadrille

3 plaza Berri sous les arcades de la nouvelle mairie 64990 SAINT-PIERRE-D'IRUBE
Du 01/01/2024 au 31/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Bayonne -
- Office de Tourisme de Bayonne -
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Thermes de Cambo Les Bains

In the middle of neo-byzantine mosaic setting, the vast thermo-mineral swimming pool and its powerful bracing jets, the white kaolin bath and the "Orient style" steam baths combine body and mind benefits.

5 avenue des Thermes 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 26/02/2024 au 04/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Balade à Roulettes n°23 Les jardins des thermes à Cambo-les-Bains

Ideal for families, pushchairs and wheelchairs

This exotic, superbly maintained course takes us along the Nive river, amidst palm trees and flowerbeds. The thermal baths built in 1926 and the Blue Pavilion, which looks like a pagoda, add to the charm of this site which is open to the public.

1.4 km
Very easy
Thermes de Cambo-les-Bains parking visiteurs Thermes de Cambo-les-Bains 5 avenue des Thermes 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
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- FFRandonnée Pyrénées-Atlantiques -
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La Villa Arnaga, Une Demeure d'exception

In the south of Bayonne, Cambo-les-Bains had welcomed many famed characters, one of them is the autor of Cyrano de Bergerac. Edmond Rostand had built here the house of his dreams, a villa inspired by white and red basque farms. He turned the interior into a real sumptuous theater set. Now Museum of France, you'll find a collection of objects and art masterpieces reminding of the famous writer and his family. Around the house, Edmond Rostand had also created 15ha of garden :
A French garden composed of ponds, water mirrors and a pergola and an English garden allying greenery and curved lines. Arnaga's gardens are certified "Jardins Remarquables" and also welcoming several events as concerts, expositions or other animations.

Avenue du Docteur Camino 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 24/03/2024 au 30/06/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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