Sare

Outside the village that Napoleon III and Edward VII liked to frequent and that the novelist Pierre Loti took as a model in "Ramuntcho", a discovery of the mountains which dominate it is essential. You can start with the Rhune, which culminates at 905 m, and which offers a remarkable panorama of the coasts. On foot, it takes at least two hours…

Lower, the Lizarrieta pass (441 m) is renowned for its wildlife (pigeon) and its forest (oaks). Avoid during hunting season (October and November).

Finally, the Lezeko Gaina site, a refuge for many protected species, alternates between ridges and valleys.

This mountain complex is obviously conducive to hiking (on foot, on horseback or even by mountain bike), and many routes have been laid out. All information on +33 5 59 54 20 14.

Underground, we discover a network of underground galleries which shelter a rich biodiversity with several endemic species and a large population of bats, now protected. A huge underground world, part of which can be visited. These are the Sare caves, open all year round (except January), which offer an ideal guided tour for young and old! Information on +33 5 59 54 21 88.

On land, it is also possible to take the Rhune train (whose wagons date from the 1920s), a railway museum as such, which climbs the mountain in 35 minutes and which allows you to enjoy splendid views of the valley, the sea or the wild ponies and vultures... A must! Round trip price: 18.50 euros per adult, 11.50 for 8-12 year olds. Operates from March to early November. Information on +33 5 59 54 20 26.

In the village, where some houses date from the 15th century, in addition to the many bridges, washhouses and oratories, we will linger at the level of the Saint-Martin church, enlarged and enhanced in the 17th century, featuring a five-storey tower. Inside, three floors of carved oak galleries and their turned wood balusters hold the attention. The bell tower, destroyed by fire, was recently rebuilt and can be visited every Monday, in summer, at 11 a.m. A history of the village is offered on this occasion.

Away from the town, the Sainte-Catherine chapel was rebuilt in the 17th century on the foundations of an older building (15th century). It also has wooden floors. It is only open for the feast of Saint Catherine, at the end of November.

In addition to the pediment near the church, restored several times, which allows the practice of Basque pelota, a visit to the village is also the opportunity to admire many lintels carved on the facades (including the engraved date of the construction of the private dwelling or building).

Note also that a detailed guided tour of the village is possible, with on the program the evocation of the smuggling of yesteryear and the visit of the farm with frescoes, decorated in 1936 by refugees fleeing Francoism.

Other ideas for visits: the Ortillopitz house, a typical Basque dwelling from the 17th century, and the prehistoric caves (except in January) with a journey in the form of sound and light and evocation, in the museum which adjoins the site, of the human evolution since prehistory. Information on +33 5 59 54 20 14.

In different registers, the Etxola animal park (buffaloes, camels, llamas... which can be approached with the family), open from April 1 to October 31 (prices: 5 euros and 4 euros for children), and the Basque cake museum (which offers pastry workshops and lessons) are also interesting.

A swimming pool, tennis courts, an equestrian center are finally available to tourists. Information on +33 5 59 54 20 14.

In August, over five days (around the Assumption, August 15th), the Sare festivals offer traditional concerts and animations (Basque pelota, folk parades, but also the Ahate Jokoa ritual, during which riders Duck on a hanging duck...).

In April, Sare hosts a festival of writers from the Basque Country.

Finally, in this rich land, gourmets and gourmands will not miss the market of producers which takes place on Fridays from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm from May to October and Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm from November to April. Sheep cheese, goat cheese, yogurts, vegetables, salted meats, pork, veal, beef, lamb, Espelette chili, jams... In summer, local artisans also offer their produce.

• On 1 may 2024
• Jardin Eguzki Alde, San Pedro, 65 Lizarrietako errebidea
• Open house : the Khalissa association welcomes you to the Eguzki Alde garden for a moment of sharing and celebration of spring. - Plant and seed barter.

• On 3 may 2024
• Devant l'entrée des Grottes de Sare
• The border between Navarre and Labourd was and still is the crossing point - For many goods. Throughout much of the 20th century, discretion was - discretion was de rigueur when trading or selling alcohol, fabrics, tobacco, livestock and other goods. Visit - Come and take a walk along the paths where "gauezkolana" (night work) was practiced - Work). Starting from the Sare caves, we'll make our way through fern and heather moorland before reaching the d'Sare stream - Before reaching the Urio stream. The latter cascades along a geological break where sandstone - And limestone. We'll take time to admire the remarkable trees near the peat bogs on our - along our trail. - Distance : 4.5 km - Elevation gain : 310 m - Duration : 3h - Level of difficulty : Easy

• On 4 may 2024
• Salle Lur Berri
• Concert of current music by the students of the association Lanetik Egina followed by sales of pintxo and refreshments

• On 10 may 2024
• 1 Elizondoko bidea, Eglise Saint Martin
• Sare's SAIBERRI men's choir has existed since 1992. It is composed of six singers (divided into three desks) and three musicians (keyboard, guitar, percussion). - The majority of the songs performed were created by the group itself. Fortunately, the latter was able to set to music Manex Bergara's texts (poet of Sare), and take back forgotten texts. Other lyricists such as Jean Igos, Henri Errandonea, or the monk Epalza helped the group create songs. On the other hand, the music comes from the imagination of Martin Laffitte, on arrangements of our musicians.

• On 26 may 2024
• Salle Lurberri
• Event : Trail or fast walk and orientation / map reading - Duration : 1 good half day - Level : Medium - Team : 2 to 4 - A new raid concept for women has emerged : DropZone Girls. - This new team raid training format is the perfect opportunity to discover orienteering or take on a new sporting challenge. And it's all based on strong values : sharing, solidarity, surpassing oneself… - The concept : Just imagine ? - - An early-morning bus transfer to an unknown destination (participants are blindfolded) - - A drop-off in the middle of nowhere, with only the GPS coordinates of the site to plot on a map. - - Beacons to find, with a Road Book containing only GPS coordinates, headings and distances. - - Calculate the optimum route - - Perform a Surprise Test - Dare to take part in the adventure !

• On 5 june 2024
• 1 Elizondoko bidea, Eglise Saint Martin
• Traditional and religious Basque songs.

• On 12 june 2024
• 1 Elizondoko bidea, Eglise Saint Martin
• Traditional and religious Basque songs.

• On 26 june 2024
• 1 Elizondoko bidea, Eglise
• Traditional and religious Basque songs.

• On 3 july 2024
• 8 Plaza
• Situated at the foot of the Rhune, Axuria and Ibanteli peaks, come and discover the village's rich history and genuine local atmosphere, where traditions of festivity, sport and smuggling have endured through the ages. - Come and discover the history of Sare, its church, its pediment, its Labourdine houses, its medieval road and its famous oratories (ex voto of fishermen).

• On 10 july 2024
• Bourg
• Situated at the foot of the Rhune, Axuria and Ibanteli peaks, come and discover the village's rich history and genuine local atmosphere, where traditions of festivity, sport and smuggling have endured through the ages. - Come and discover the history of Sare, its church, its pediment, its Labourdine houses, its medieval road and its famous oratories (ex voto of fishermen).