Culture and Heritage

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Do you like walking in beautiful villages , discovering the architectural, cultural and historical heritage of your vacation spot? You like old stones , pretty churches , places steeped in history to explore ... Cultural outings are your pleasure and on holiday in the Basque Country, you want to discover the local historical, cultural and linguistic heritage! For enthusiasts of various learning, the insatiable curious , the Basque Country is a perfect destination.

According to my cultural desires , offers you articles on Basque towns and villages. We have explored for you major tourist sites, others more confidential, pearls to discover ... Museums, interpretation centers ... Nothing will escape you!

Tolosaldea, a magnificent region to discover in the heart of Euskadi

Tolosaldea, a magnificent region to discover in the heart of Euskadi
Tolosaldea, a magnificent region to discover i ...

Tolosa

You will be charmed by this pretty region located in the north of Spain, on the border of the French Basque Country, dotted with small villages surrounded by mountains.

Saint-Jean-de-Luz, guided tour of a village on the Basque coast

Saint-Jean-de-Luz, guided tour of a village on the Basque coast
Saint-Jean-de-Luz, guided tour of a village on ...

Saint-Jean-de-Luz

Saint-Jean-de-Luz is one of the must-visit villages on the Basque coast, a destination that combines cultural discoveries with the pleasure of relaxing between its rich historic center and its beaches

Les Couteliers Basques, unique and quality knives to discover in Bidart

Les Couteliers Basques, unique and quality knives to discover in Bidart
Les Couteliers Basques, unique and quality kni ...

Bidart

A passionate craftsman since a young age, Pascal Exposito developed his know-how in sharpening in 1987, before turning to high-end artisanal cutlery. In love with his land and its history, it was ...

Coutellerie Talaia, a passionate craftsman to meet in the Basque Country

Coutellerie Talaia, a passionate craftsman to meet in the Basque Country
Coutellerie Talaia, a passionate craftsman to  ...

Anglet

Immerse yourself in the world of Eric, a multifaceted Basque artisan who loves his land and its history. At the heart of his Talaia workshop-boutique in Anglet, between Bayonne and Biarritz, he ...

Tokikoa, the promise of 100% local, quality tasting in the Basque Country

Tokikoa, the promise of 100% local, quality tasting in the Basque Country
Tokikoa, the promise of 100% local, quality ta ...

Visiting the Basque Country also means diving into the heart of this unique culture and discovering the exceptional culinary richness of this region with its privileged sea and mountain setting. ...

Orio, an idyllic destination to discover with the family in the south of the Basque Country

Orio, an idyllic destination to discover with the family in the south of the Basque Country
Orio, an idyllic destination to discover with  ...

Orio

On the coast of Guipuzcoa, nestled between the sea, estuary, and mountains, lies a pretty village with unmissable charm : Orio. Renowned for its two beaches and its river port, Orio is also a ...

La Maison du Pottok, discovering a little horse, a treasure of the Basque Country

La Maison du Pottok, discovering a little horse, a treasure of the Basque Country
La Maison du Pottok, discovering a little hors ...

Bidarray

The Pottoks, nature, the mountains... this is the beautiful paradise passionately defended by Michel Laforêt in his Pottok reserve in Bidarray. Located in the highest house in the mountains, he ...

Bidart, a trip to a typical Basque village

Bidart, a trip to a typical Basque village
Bidart, a trip to a typical Basque village

Bidart

A few steps from Biarritz, there is a charming village lulled by the sea: Bidart. Less known than Biarritz, Bidart is nevertheless a very pleasant stopover for visitors who wish to discover the ...

Eusko, a local currency that has proven itself in the Basque Country

Eusko, a local currency that has proven itself in the Basque Country
Eusko, a local currency that has proven itself ...

Everyone knows the Euro, but what about the eusko, this local currency used in the Basque Country ? Launched in 2013, it is a real bet won with thousands of members today and a development which ...

Visit to the port town of Bermeo

Visit to the port town of Bermeo
Visit to the port town of Bermeo

Bermeo

Bermeo is a small town which will attract your attention for 2 main reasons : its very pretty port which will tell you the history of the Basque whalers, this incredible epic, and its singular ...

Visit Laguardia, a beautiful and festive city!

Visit Laguardia, a beautiful and festive city!
Visit Laguardia, a beautiful and festive city!

Laguardia

Here we are in the capital of Rioja Alavesa ! Laguardia is a superb medieval town that will seduce you as much by the charm of its alleys as by the good atmosphere that reigns there. It is an ...

Basque carnivals, a colorful tradition in February

Basque carnivals, a colorful tradition in February
Basque carnivals, a colorful tradition in February

Dance, music, entertainment and above all conviviality, these are terms that clearly define this custom from the south of France. Winter ends slowly to give way to spring, an important moment for ...

The caves to visit in the Basque Country

The caves to visit in the Basque Country
The caves to visit in the Basque Country

Oñati

Whatever the season, the Basque Country is a very pleasant region to visit. Charming villages, superb extended beaches and renowned gastronomy, escape at any time of the year. Above all, do not ...

Hondarribia, medieval, maritime and gastronomic town

Hondarribia, medieval, maritime and gastronomic town
Hondarribia, medieval, maritime and gastronomi ...

Hondarribia

Hondarribia is a Basque locality proud of these three important centers of interest. There are first of all interesting medieval remains whose architecture lovers of history and heritage will ...