Find out more about Itxassou and its famous cherries!<\/p>\n\n
Indeed, this destination is best known for its delicious cherries, which can be enjoyed in May and June.<\/p>\n\n
Itxassou has many charms that you can discover through an atypical village in the Basque province. You can take advantage of your stay to organize many days of hiking. Indeed, the town of Itxassou is the starting point for many overland trails to Mount Artzamendi, for example. <\/p>\n\n
But Itxassou is not just a village with exceptional charm. It’s also an ideal place to discover the famous cherry production. You’ll discover old varieties like the Peloa. Visit us at the end of May to taste this sweet flavor, ideal for jam. <\/p>\n\n
The Xapata cherry is slightly more tart, while the black Beltza has a more subtle flavor. Discover the village of Itxassou and its cherry production with the region’s many producers. <\/p>\n\n
At the end of May, there’s the Cherry Brotherhood Festival. You’ll have the pleasure of taking part in great festivities, with dancing, meals and local products created from these delicious cherries. <\/p>\n\n
So don’t wait any longer to plan your vacation in Itxassou and discover the delicious cherries that will give you a great holiday with exquisite new flavours! <\/p>\n\n
Find more interesting facts about Foie Gras and the Basque Country on our Blog<\/a> and tasty recipes in the Recipe<\/a> section of our website!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Are you planning a trip to the Basque country and don’t know […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":66089,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2268],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-66088","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-unclassified"],"yoast_head":"\n
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