\nAt\nSouth of the Aquitaine coastline lies the French Basque coast, a rocky\nplace that stretches for around 40 km. To the north, it is\nbounded by the Adour delta, and to the south by the\nBidassoa. The Basque coast lies between Bayonne and\nHendaye, not far from the Spanish border. \n<\/p>\n\n
The\nBasque Coast boasts a wealth of historical heritage that\nis a must-see. With castles, museums, churches\nand nature parks such as Izadia, it’s the ideal place to get away from it all.\nHead for Urrugne if you want to explore the Ch\u00e2teau\nd’Urtubie, where the same family has lived since it was built in the 14th century\n. If you’re a history buff, then you’re sure to\nenjoy yourself in the many museums that abound in\n. No history of the Basque territory will escape you, at least the legendary\n. \n<\/p>\n\n
Passionate\nabout painting on canvas, you won’t be on the Basque Coast by\nchance. Indeed, the town is home to the works of great artists\npainters such as the famous Edmond Rostand, author of Cyrano\nde Bergerac. A great opportunity to visit Arnaga, his home with its\nneo-Basque design, as his works remain there. \n<\/p>\n\n
The\nBasque coastline also boasts a wealth of underground treasures, including\nvarious caves. Visit\nfor an underground adventure, such as the Sare cave\n, 40 minutes from Saint Jean de Luz. You can also visit\nthe Oxocelhaya and Isturitz caves, fantastic places\nnot to be missed. What’s more, they’re just 40 minutes from Biarritz\n. Alternatively, explore the grotte de la chambre d’amour at\nAnglet, offering panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean. \n<\/p>\n\n
Of course, there’s no better way to explore a place like the Basque coastline than on foot, especially if you’re with the family or in a group. The Sentier du Littoral route measures 54 km from Bidart to San Sebastian. The views are breathtaking, looking directly out over the Atlantic Ocean freshly decorated by the sumptuous Basque mountains where you’ll catch a glimpse of Spain surrounded by the beautiful coastal village. The first part of the route is 25 km long, starting at Erretegia beach and finishing in Bidart and Hendaye, where you can admire a magnificent sunset between the rocks of the 2 twins. <\/p>\n\n
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