Saint-Jean-de-Luz

Saint-Jean-de-Luz

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Insee code	64483
Postcode	64500
Latitude	43.3880510
Longitude	-1.6630550
Altitude	From 0 to 84 meters
Surface	19.05 km²
Population	13448 inhabitants
Density	705 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
National label			Ciboure at 1 km
Chief town	Pau (at 130 km, 81 min)		Urrugne at 4.1 km
Department	Pyrénées-Atlantiques		Guéthary at 5.7 km
Region	Aquitaine		Search another town

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Located south of the Aquitaine region, on the border with Spain, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, resort enjoys an ideal location between sea and mountains.

Saint-Jean-de-Luz, even in the beginning, a small village on the dunes and marshes. In the 15th century, under the prosperity of Basque fishermen, (thanks to the cod fishery, the whale) and the appearance of the pirates who fought on behalf of the King of France, the city became a thriving and dynamic city.

Saint-Jean-de-Luz had its moment of glory, after the Treaty of the Pyrenees concluded by Mazarin. Louis 14th came there to marry Maria Theresa of Austria, Infanta of Spain June 9, 1660. The door of the church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste, crossed his release from the church by the royal couple was walled three years after the ceremony. The badge appeared under the influence of a pastry chef, Adam, who offered to Louis 14th for her wedding in 1660.

In the 19th century, dams, often destroyed, were rebuilt to permanently secure the port and the city. Trips Napoleon 3rd in the region and the enthusiasm of the good society for the Basque Coast debouched at that time, with the arrival of the railroad, on a large tourist development.

The ttoro, fish soup is a specialty Saint-Jean-de-Luz, hake Koskera and Basque cake, are also part of the culinary traditions of the region.

• The fishing port.
• Visit the house of Louis 14th and the house of the Infanta.
• Visit the museum of traditional Basque museum Jean Vier.
• The Botanical Gardens.
• The Church of St. John the Baptist.

• Every Tuesday and Friday, market halls Saint-Jean-de-Luz.
• Week of Basque culture in February.
• Andalusian Festival the weekend of Pentecost.
• Feast of St. John the end of June.
• Feast of tuna the second Saturday in July.
• Night of the sardine in July and August.
• Festival "Music in Basque Coast" in September.
• International Academy of Music Maurice Ravel, the first half of September.
• Holidays in the rue de la République, the third weekend of September.
• International Festival of Young Filmmakers in October.
• International Choral Festival in the Basque Country to the Saints.

• The rise of the Thune with the train.
• The Edmond Rostand in Cambo.
• Chateau d'Abbadia Hendaye.
• The Castle Urtubie Urrugne.
• The Museum of Basque cake Sare.

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Fishing port in the heart of the city		Saint-Jean-de-Luz, between sea and mountains
Fishing harbor		Range Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Walk the edges of the coast		St. John the Baptist
House Infante		Maison Louis XIV
Place Louis XIV		Rhune Mountain overlooking the Basque coast and its land

Friday 24 May Day Night Min. 9°C - Max. 13°C

Saturday 25 May Day Night Min. 7°C - Max. 14°C

Sunday 26 May Day Night Min. 9°C - Max. 14°C

Le Grand Grill Basque   8.4 Saint-Jean-de-Luz Once past the door of the Grand Grill Basque, you have this great feeling of being at the beach, feet in the water ... Indeed, this restaurant Aquitaine is the image of the region:... Located in Saint-Jean-de-Luz 34 € per person

Belarra   8.4 Ciboure Feet in the water, the restaurant invites you Belarra restore while enjoying a panoramic view of the beautiful bay of Saint-Jean-de-Luz. A table, you will have the pleasure of enjoying... Located 1.2 km from Saint-Jean-de-Luz 43 € per person

Ferme Lizarraga   8.7   SPECIAL OFFER Urrugne Nestled in an oasis of greenery on the hills of corn, the Ferme Lizarraga welcomes you in an authentic Basque farmhouse dating from the 17th century. Inside, discover a contemporary... Located 4.1 km from Saint-Jean-de-Luz 27 € per person

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Irrintzina   Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle 5 minutes from the center of Saint Jean de Luz, on the old road from Saint Pée sur Nivelle, in a quiet and green environment, Antonia and Francisco invite you to discover their beautiful... Located 3.7 km from Saint-Jean-de-Luz From 80 € to 122 € the double room

Andron     9.3 Urrugne 2 Bed and Breakfast in house, quiet location between sea and mountains. Located 4.1 km from Saint-Jean-de-Luz 53 € the double room

Chambres d hotes manttu   Urrugne Our farm of the eighteenth opens the doors of the five guest rooms classified 3 ears. You will have a flower garden, a terrace, a play area for children, a pergola and a lounge. The... Located 4.1 km from Saint-Jean-de-Luz 70 € the double room

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Appartement st jean de luz   8 Saint-Jean-de-Luz Apartment in St Jean De Luz, 10 minutes from the beach and 5 minutes walk from town center. Located in Saint-Jean-de-Luz From 300 € to 600 € per week

Location saisonnière à Saint-Jean-de-Luz Saint-Jean-de-Luz Apartment 2 rooms - kitchen - bathroom - Loggia. 1 bedroom. 1st floor. 3-storey building. Intercom. Free parking in front of the residence. View Rhune and Spain. 300 m from the shopping... Located in Saint-Jean-de-Luz From 400 € to 500 € per week

Camposenia  SPECIAL OFFER Saint-Jean-de-Luz Apartment architect upscale, light and airy. A 5 minute walk from the town center and the beach, on the 1st floor of a 1930s house in garden. Very nice 2 rooms renovated by architect.... Located in Saint-Jean-de-Luz From 550 € to 850 € per week

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Camping manex     9 Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle 30 location terraces offer stunning views of the Basque mountains. A paradise of fresh air, tranquility, and nature, the authenticity of the Basque Country. Relax, get away, break away... Located 11.2 km from Saint-Jean-de-Luz From 9 € to 11.90 € per day

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Best Western Hotel Colbert      7.2 Saint-Jean-de-Luz The Best Western Hotel Colbert is located near the fishing port in the heart of Cité des Corsaires. It is a 5-minute walk to the beach, fishing port and local restaurants. The air-conditioned... Located in Saint-Jean-de-Luz Room from 74 €

Qualys-Hotel Le Relais Saint Jacques      8.9 Saint-Jean-de-Luz Situated in the heart of Saint-Jean de Luz, 300m from the beach, is the Qualys-Hotel Relais Saint-Jacques. Air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, free internet access and minibar.... Located in Saint-Jean-de-Luz Room from 75 €

Hôtel Magenta      7.9 Saint-Jean-de-Luz This hotel is located near the beach in Saint Jean de Luz, 11 km from the Spanish border and 30 km from San Sebastian. It offers guest rooms with private bathrooms. Some of the guest... Located in Saint-Jean-de-Luz Room from 50 €

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