Visit the Pyrénées Atlantiques
Visit the Pyrénées Atlantiques, Béarn, the Basque Country, the South West. From Biarritz and St Jean de Luz to Pau and the Aspe and Ossau valleys, surf in the ocean or on the ski slopes. Gastronomy: Bayonne ham, Espelette chilli pepper, taste the flavours of the region.
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Pau PyreneesPau Pyrenees
A crossroads of history and the present! The radiant city of Pau nestles in the heart of the South-West, in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques region. The centuries-old capital of the Béarn region, the City unfurls along the banks of the Gave de Pau, a picturesque river that offers quays popular with locals and visitors alike.
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Inland Basque CountryInland Basque Country
In the heart of the Basque Country, on the border with Spain and its traditions and art of living, discover the famous Espelette pepper.
The villages of Sare, St Pée sur Nivelle and Ainhoa complete the picture postcard. -
The Vallée d'Aspe, the axis for travellersThe Aspe Valley
The NATURE valley of the Béarn Pyrenees . The fabulous Lescun cirque and its dolomitic peaks, the Aiguilles d'Ansabère and the Table des Trois Rois, the Pourtalet, the Cirque d'Aydius, the Chemin de la Mature... a destination for Hiking enthusiasts.
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Biarritz St Jean de LuzThe Basque Coast
From Hendaye to Anglet, via Ciboure, St Jean de Luz, Guetary, Bidart and Biarritz, the Basque Coast, with its beaches and waves, has kept its festive spirit, so characteristic of Bayonne.
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Artouste the mythical Little TrainArtouste the mythical Little Train
Facing the Pyrenees National Park, with a superb panorama of the majestic Pic du Midi d'Ossau massif, the resort of Artouste delights those who enjoy skiing in the heart of nature, in a friendly, authentic atmosphere.
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The Basque PyreneesThe Basque Pyrenees
Saint Etienne de Baigorry, Saint Jean Pied de Port, Larrau, Sainte Engrace and Mauléon cover 2 provinces, Navarre and Soule. Between the 2, the Iraty Forest, Europe's largest beech forest and the lungs of the Basque Country.
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The Jurançon VineyardThe Jurançon Vineyard
The Vineyard of Jurançon, facing the Pyrenees, has been classified as an AOC since 1936, with its characterful dry and sweet white wines. Here, estates, people and small plots of land tucked away in the bend of the road reflect these values.
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Béarn, a land of many facesBéarn, a land of many faces
The famous Gaves d'Oloron and Gaves de Pau, and the exceptional panoramas offered by the Aspe, Ossau and Barétous valleys are sure to please fans of Hiking, canoeing, kayaking, canyoning, mountain biking, horse riding and Fishing.
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St JeanPied de Port and CompostelleSt JeanPied de Port and Compostelle
Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, listed as one of France's most beautiful villages, tells the story of a renowned stopover on the way to Santiago de Compostela, through its heritage and typical Basque architecture
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Iraty, Forest and ResortIraty, Forest and Resort
Snow, Hiking, Biodiversity, Iraty is the lungs of the Basque Country. Europe's largest beech forest, at an altitude of between 1,300 and 1,500 meters, offers a unique view of the mountains of Saint Jean Pied de Port and Larrau.
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Cirque de Lescun, the BelvedereCirque de Lescun, the Belvedere
In the Béarn Pyrenees, in the Vallée d'Aspe, the Cirque de Lescun is a Pyrenean mecca. Its famous mountains: Ansabère, Pic d'Anie and Orgues de Camplong are a delight for amateur and expert hikers alike.
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La Rhune sacred mountainLa Rhune sacred mountain
La Rhune is the sacred mountain of the Basque Country. With over 350,000 visitors a year, this is the most visited site in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques region, with its valiant little cogwheel train offering a magnificent 360° panorama.
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Biarritz, Imperial CityBiarritz, Imperial City
The mere mention of its resolutely Basque name makes Biarritz an irresistible attraction. Located at the south-western tip of France, Biarritz is one of the most emblematic towns in the Basque Country, right down to its traditions and art of living.
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Bayonne, Festive and GourmetBayonne, Festive and Gourmet
Situated at the confluence of the Adour and Nive rivers, Bayonne is one of those cities that won't leave you indifferent. First and foremost for its traditions and customs, as the City is renowned far beyond our borders for its summer festivities .
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