Explore the enchanting surroundings of Arbouet-sussaute

The Basque mountains are within easy reach (well shod) and varied terrain and landscapes await you horses and riders. Stage where you will advance on tracks used by the herds of sheep, gallop on the grassy paths, cross ferns as far as the eye can see.

It is not uncommon to meet a good number of pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela on the heights of Saint-Palais. At the crossroads of the three main French routes, the ancient capital of Navarre has always seen travellers, traders, farmers and other conquerors pass through. The surrounding hilltop villages offer a beautiful array of Basque architecture as well as unmissable views of the Pyrenees. A visit to the castle of Camou is an opportunity to travel back in time before finishing a rich and varied circuit on the old railway transformed into a greenway. Once the bike has been put away, a walk along the banks of the Bidouze and through the streets of the town centre brings this immersion in Lower Navarre to a close in the best conditions.

On horseback, the GR65 will take you to the crossroads of Santiago de Compostela: Ostabat. Passing monastery and steles, meeting places for pilgrims at strategic crossroads, you will be transported to another world and other times.

This loop crosses the heart of the Basque country through small typical county towns! This itinerary, full of contrasts, shares valley bottoms and balcony sections as well as small communal roads and beautiful asphalt roads. A bit like the Way of Saint James.

This part of the itinerary of the via Lemoviciensis (way of Vézelay) undertakes a long crossing between Sauveterre-de-Béarn and Ostabat, in Navarre. The historical discoveries are scattered all along the route (Legend bridge, Guinarthe, Pausasac milestone, Saint-Palais), even becoming very frequent at the end of the day (Gibraltar stele, Soyarza chapel, Harambeltz church). A great wealth of heritage, ideal to get to the end of a stage that is finally quite long and with a marked relief.

This is an ideal family hike to discover Savoie's heritage. From the Renaissance-style town hall to the heights of the Castera district, the walk offers walkers an enchanting architectural and landscaped setting.

At the gates of Saint-Palais, your first turns of the wheel will take you to Saint-Sauveur hill, where the stele of Gibraltar reveals the great heritage potential of this stage. Several historical routes to Santiago de Compostela converge here and, throughout the day, numerous witnesses to this timeless popular fervour for the long-distance journey will mark out the ascents and descents to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port: crosses, chapels, churches, ruins of hospices, an abundance of gîtes, villages steeped in memory. Add to this the increasing density of walkers and itinerant cyclists encountered, and there is no doubt that you are riding today on a major route. At the end of the stage, entering Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port by the Porte Saint-Jacques and walking down its cobbled alleyway may even give you a few shivers.

This short stroll, located almost in town, is not only a tree interpretation trail, but also a shady picnic spot. The site is free of vehicular traffic, so it's safe for children. The trail is rustic but fairly rolling.

An interesting stage in the province of Basse-Navarre connects Arancou and Saint-Palais, mostly along the small hill roads on either side of the Bidouze valley. The walk is lined with real architectural treasures, as soon as you leave Arancou, at Bergouey-Viellenave or Garris, whether it be churches, medieval bridges or houses with a strong Basque character.

This stage of Santiago de Compostela goes through forests and pastures. The walker really enters the Basque Country: unlike the Bearn of the previous stages, the houses and farms are scattered over the territory. The stage ends in Ostabat, a famous village because it is the point of convergence of the routes from Le Puy, Tours and Vezelay.

In the heart of the inner Basque Country, the Zazpithurria (the seven springs in Basque) gîte has taken its place in a preserved nature between sea and mountains. This gîte has been fitted out on the back of the owners' house, without any vis-à-vis. The gîte is 7 kms from Saint Palais, where you will find all the amenities and services, and only 25 min from Saint Jean Pied de Port. The charm of this old 18th century building and the quietness of the large park with fruit trees will seduce you. You will also enjoy the terrace. The accommodation is ideal for families as it is equipped with 2 bedrooms (1 with double bed and 1 with 2 single beds) and all the baby equipment.

Ideally located near Saint-Palais and on the route to Santiago de Compostela, the Denena inn welcomes you to the heart of the village. In this small, brand-new hotel-restaurant, you can enjoy comfortable rooms with modern decor. If you're coming with someone with reduced mobility, the entire establishment is on one level, and one of the rooms has been adapted. Krystel's restaurant serves traditional dishes made with fresh regional produce. And if you're hiking along the GR654 (the Vézelay route on one of the paths to Santiago de Compostela), you'll find a comfortable stopover at a very reasonable price.

Welcome to Saint Palais, a charming village in the heart of the Basque Country, between sea and mountains. Thanks to its central location, St Palais is the starting point for walks and discoveries. It is also a crossroads of the different routes of the Way of St Jacques de Compostelle. On the spot, you will also find many activities such as fishing, hiking, cinema, swimming pool, horse riding, pelota, Basque dances and songs. The apartment is located close to the centre of Saint-Palais, you can do your shopping on foot.

The Museum of Basse Navarre is located in Saint-Palais, at the crossroads of the Tours (GR 655) and Vézelay (GR 654) pilgrim routes. The tour features a number of themes relating the history of Lower Navarre and Saint-Palais: prehistory, the Roman presence, the new towns of Lower Navarre, the Chancellery of Navarre, the Saint-Palais mint, Basque pelota, 19th-century Saint-Palais, the pilgrimage routes to Santiago de Compostela, craftsmanship, lapidary art and agriculture in Lower Navarre.

The destiny of this small town of royal foundation is intrinsically linked to the Kingdom of Navarre and the development of the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela. Today, its prosperity and dynamism come mainly from the surrounding countryside, with peasants and farmers working hard every day to make the most of their land! A stop at the butcher?s will allow us to taste the fruits of their labor. From the 13th century to the present day, discover this place steeped in history, rich in heritage and teeming with culture, a true crossroads of the inland Basque country.

*St Jean Pied de Port and the Citadelle as recounted by a Country Storyteller; from St. James' Gate, listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, you will walk in the footsteps of the pilgrims. Let the stones and cobbles of the fortified square tell you their tales, they will evoke the prestige of the kings of Navarre and the role played by the Citadelle, reworked by the King's Engineer, Vauban.

From Saint-Palais, you can easily enjoy the Basque Country: the mountains and Iraty are close by, and it will be easy for you to head to the Basque coast for a day by the sea. Saint-Palais has all kinds of shops, a riding school and a swimming pool open in the summer. The Ametania house is an old farm at the entrance of Saint-Palais. Gracieuse and Jean-Baptiste have arranged a comfortable apartment in modern style, spacious for a family holiday or a holiday for two couples.

Catherine and Jean-Claude welcome you in their house located in a quiet area of Saint-Palais. You will be able to visit the cultural area and the Chemins Bideak garden and enjoy the many activities organised on site. You will be able to visit the Basque Country, from the coast to the Iraty Mountains via Saint-Jean Pied de Port You will enjoy spacious, pleasantly decorated rooms on the same level with shared bathroom. You will share your breakfast at the owners' table. Catherine loves to cook and will make you taste her homemade jams and cakes to start the day of your holidays...

The house Olhegia is located in Arraute-Charritte, a village ideally situated to enjoy the Basque Country. You can easily spend a day at the beach, 45 minutes away, or take advantage of the many hiking trails in the Basque mountains. Saint-Palais is nearby: you will easily find all the services and shops you will need during your holidays. Close to the village, you can take a short walk on the interpretation trail of the Bois de Mixe or visit the goat farm of the Elgarrekin farm. In Mireille, the owner will provide you with sheets and towels: on your arrival, the holidays can start ...

In the heart of the village of Laàs you will find the "Auberge de la Fontaine", the purest expression of what sense of welcome and rural conviviality can be. You feel warmly welcomed, the cooking being generous and very tasty. The 5 rooms were entirely renovated in 2008 and are spacious. The family suite can very comfortably accomodate 4 persons and the other attic rooms can host 2 to 3 persons and are all air-conditionned. During your stay at the inn you will certainly go and visit the Castle and the property of Laàs, go rafting or salmon or trout fishing on the Gave d'Oloron (Gave being a name given to Pyrenean mountain streams). It is worth noting that the restaurant is famous all over the region for the quality of its cooking. Beware, this hotel could make an addict out of you!

The chateau has undergone major restoration work. Rural and agricultural life is presented on the ground floor with an exhibition of numerous ancient tools and an exhibition about sharecropping. The spiral staircase situated in the turret leads to the upper floor where the history of the site is presented including an original collection of working models made using notes and sketches of Renaissance engineers, notably Leonard de Vinci.

Fishing area for carnivores (carp, eel, pike...). The lake of Camou is located near the castle of Camou in a hamlet of the village of Aicirits. Located near the footpath of the old railway line that links Saint-Palais to Arbouet, it is a popular place for fishermen. Classified in 2nd category, it is a place for fishermen of carnivores (carp, eels, pikes...).

At the exit of Sauveterre-de-Béarn, the Conserveries Gratien offer you a multitude of delicious dishes. From pâté béarnais, to Basque chicken, from fresh products such as lomo to cooked dishes such as lentils, from the production to sale of foie gras, here is represented the best of local gastronomy, of the Basque Country and Béarn. The warm welcome reflects the atmosphere of this family business with quality products. Many gift boxes will allow you to delight your loved ones. International Quality Trophy (Paris 2013), Petit Fûté Guide "The best local products" since 2008.

Bilbalka is a multi-faceted place where sport, pleasure and culture are mixed, where you can try out a whole range of sports: a padel court, two squash courts, a badminton-racquetball-wallyball court, two jorkyball courts, a climbing wall for adults and one for children, 4 trampolines? but not only that! Billiards, ping pong, archery, axe throwing and even SPA: there is something for everyone! A complex that brings everyone together in a friendly atmosphere. Ideal for groups, families and the curious, for a leisure break, or just to have a drink and taste local products. Exhibitions also highlight local art, street art and events also make this more than original site vibrate.

In the heart of the Basque Country, you will find here a lively and animated countryside. Saint-Palais, born in the Middle Ages with the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, welcomes many merchants. You are also in pastoral land: it is the occasion to come and taste the famous "ardi gasna" (sheep's cheese) at one of the farmers' homes. By the way, did you know that the headquarters of the famous AOC Ossau Iraty is located in Ostabat, near Saint-Palais. A worthy heir to the tradition of the South-West, Saint-Palais is a cheerful and festive area that welcomes the country's strong men every year in August on the occasion of the famous festival of Basque strength.

The Sahouret Farm, located in Sauveterre-de-Béarn, is the representative of good gastronomy in the South West. Here, the animals are raised in the open air, chickens, ducks, Blonde d'Aquitaine ..., producing safe products, fine in the mouth and of very good quality. The sale is made at the property, advised by the daughter of the house, Caroline.

First trinquete built in the Basque Country, framework based on Gustave Eiffel's plans. Very beautiful building regularly hosting games and pelota trainings. Open to the public during training and pelota games only.

The Saint-Louis complex, located in the town centre of Saint-Palais, includes a cinema classified as "Art et Essai" and an auditorium. The complex is managed by the Argitze association, which offers a diversified programme: films for the general public, children's films, "art house" films in the original or French version. Themed evenings are also on offer: film debates, film concerts, meetings, snacks, meals, etc. These evenings are often an opportunity to discover films that are not widely publicised but are really interesting Mandatory health pass for those over 18 years old (2nd dose of vaccine since 7 days or negative PCR test of less than 48 hours or negative antigenic test of less than 48 hours or positive PCR test of more than 11 days and less than 6 months)

Built in the 12th-13th centuries, this bridge, once the gateway to the medieval city of Sauveterre-de-Béarn, is the subject of a pretty legend, that of Reine Sancie .... In Béarn but on the verge of Basque country, he saw many pilgrims, merchants and other visitors cross his wooden drawbridge to take refuge, visit or do business in the City. Here is one of the most beautiful views of the city and its many fortifications but also on the Gave d'Oloron which flows at its feet and is a delight for whitewater enthusiasts, fishermen, bathers or simply nature lovers. So from there you discover many activities available to you, the promise of an ideal stay.

Sauveterre was built near a natural defense, the Gave d'Oloron. This river is part of its identity just like the Isle of Glère (strike in Béarnais). Cross the footbridge opposite the Camping du Gave to stroll through the heart of this classified natural site, considered the 4th monument of Sauveterre-de-Béarn. Thanks to regular monitoring by the ONF, many protected plant species are highlighted (black poplar, boxwood, foliage lichens ...). Discover at any time the history of this island classified as Sensitive Natural Space: its flora, its protected plant species, appreciate the calm and the beauty of the nature which surrounds you.

In 2017 Gaëtan and Chloé took over the reins of the Chortaya hostel, located in the heart of the village of Arbouet. They offer traditional wood-fired cuisine, prepared with fresh, seasonal produce, and tapas at weekends. Baptisms, receptions, aperitif dinners, family or group meals, you can reserve a room for your events The establishment also offers a gîte with jacuzzi.

On the road to Bayonne, just 2 km from the Medieval City of Sauveterre-de-Béarn, the Auberge Blondain is the ideal address for discovering the local specialties of the region. A warm family atmosphere awaits you. After the meal, a short walk through the alleys of the Medieval City of Sauveterre and its banks of the Gave will be an opportunity to appreciate more the charms of the Béarn des Gaves. Here, old stones and nature offer you a wide choice of activities both sporting (fishing, whitewater, hiking) and cultural.

The restaurant at the Mignaburia Farm in Arberats-Sillègue offers traditional cuisine with local products. It is possible to eat on the spot or to take the dishes away. In summer, you can enjoy a sunny terrace with a breathtaking view of the mountains. The farm also offers the sale of charcuterie with free-range pigs.

Auberge Denena in Aïcirits is open from Tuesday to Sunday lunchtime, in the heart of the village. You'll be warmly welcomed by Jean Philippe in the dining room and Krystel in the kitchen. During the week, you can enjoy traditional family cuisine, and more elaborate dishes at weekends, always made with fresh local produce. The restaurant can also be booked for an afternoon tea with homemade cakes... As a group, you can park easily with a bus and book your meal in a spacious, bright room. If you're always on the move, wifi is available.

An address in Saint-Palais with a bistro-brewery atmosphere taken over since October 2013 by Beñat, chef, who will prepare dishes with fresh products simply cooked. Gourmet dessert lovers will love the specialities of tiramisu and homemade chocolate mousse. The restaurant offers quick lunch formulas, you will appreciate the shade of the plane tree on the terrace in summer ...

Located in the centre of St Palais, a stone's throw from the Place du Foirail, the centre of summer activities, a good address for a quick bite to eat in Saint-Palais: the bar - brasserie Au Comptoir offers menus and daily dishes for lunch, combination dishes, gourmet salads, a wide choice of pizzas, paninis, sandwiches and desserts ... It is also a very convivial place to have a drink with friends.

In the heart of Saint-Palais, the restaurant Chez Lafitte offers traditional cuisine and is frequented all year round by locals. In the summer, enjoy the shaded terrace in the quiet ... It is during the pigeon season that the restaurant is in full swing. Famous, people come from far and wide to taste the speciality of Saint-Palais, the "palombe flambée au capucin". And the bonus is that you can see the chef flaming his pigeons in the fireplace in the dining room!

Right in the centre of Saint-Palais at the entrance to the Place du Foirail, come and get a change of scenery at the restaurant Le Petit Chinois Sonny proposes an Asian cuisine made from fresh products and cooked in the wok when you order... You will also find specialities of spring rolls, spring rolls, spring rolls or assorted meat or shrimp bites steamed just before sitting down to eat...

In the heart of Saint-Palais, you will find the Etche Pizza pizzeria. Discover home-made pizzas to take away. They are made with local products. You will find pizzas based on cream, tomato as well as pizzas of the moment. Take advantage of the formula: three pizzas bought, one drink offered. The delivery around Saint-Palais is free for three pizzas purchased.

Arbouet is located on an old railway line converted into a footpath: you can walk to the castle of Camou to visit it. Landatutxia is a beautiful 16th century house located at the exit of the village of Arbouet near Saint-Palais and its shops Old stones and modern comfort come together in the house that Alexandra, its owner has tastefully decorated. The bedroom opens onto a totally independent entrance and in the living room area, an equipped kitchenette is at your disposal.

Annie and Jean François have arranged a comfortable and bright apartment on the first floor of their house. The independent entrance from the garden allows you to enjoy a magnificent panorama of the Basque Pyrenees. The village of Arbouet is very well situated to enjoy the Basque Country and its must-see places such as Saint-Jean Pied de Port ...

In the heart of the Basque countryside, a few kilometres from St Palais, you will be ideally placed to discover the riches of the Basque Country and Bearn. In a green and quiet area, you will have for your comfort an independent access and outdoor space. The furniture of this gîte was designed by the owner, a carpenter. On the border between Béarn and the Basque Country, it is an ideal place to discover this beautiful region...

Camou-Suhast is a small, lively village with unspoilt charm. Situated 8 km from Sauveterre-de-Béarn you will be able to radiate in Béarn as well as in the Basque Country. The Eyherabidia gîte is adjoining the owners' house but everything is done to guarantee you total autonomy. The access and the outside spaces are independent and the fenced garden is a guarantee of security for children. The owners have thought of making it functional both inside and outside. Spacious and equipped with two complete sanitary facilities, this gîte is ideal for a stay with friends and very practical with family. Here you will be able to slow down the pace and enjoy the passing of time. Discover this small village and its 650 inhabitants.

In the heart of the inner Basque Country, the Zazpithurria (the seven springs in Basque) gîte has taken its place in a preserved nature between sea and mountains. This gîte has been fitted out on the back of the owners' house, without any vis-à-vis. The gîte is 7 kms from Saint Palais, where you will find all the amenities and services, and only 25 min from Saint Jean Pied de Port. The charm of this old 18th century building and the quietness of the large park with fruit trees will seduce you. You will also enjoy the terrace. The accommodation is ideal for families as it is equipped with 2 bedrooms (1 with double bed and 1 with 2 single beds) and all the baby equipment.

The Etchebestia house is located in the village of Gabat overlooking Saint-Palais Voluntarily limited to three bedrooms, for a better welcome, Odette and Jean Marie welcome you in their family home, a working farm. They will show you the many marked hiking trails and will advise you on visits to make in the Basque Country. In the evening you will be able to share their cuisine prepared from farm products.

2 bedrooms with private bathroom and toilet, fitted out in a spacious house, in the heart of a working farm. Large living room reserved for guests. Lounge and dining area. Independent entrance, table d'hôtes with farm products on reservation. Visitor's tax extra. Located at the gates of Saint-Palais, a charming town in the Basque Country between sea and mountains.

Gîte adjoining the owner's house. Ground floor: kitchen (fridge-freezer, microwave), living room, sitting area (fireplace/insert, tel. TV). 1 bedroom. (1 double bed), shower room, wc. Storeroom. And. 4 bedrooms. (3 double beds. 2 single beds), bathroom, wc. Fuel central heating oil in addition. Unfenced land. Garden furniture, barbecue. Very nice character gîte fitted out in a 17th century house. Poss. loc. sheets, towels.

The Auberge Blondain, located on the Sauveterre-Bayonne route, is one of this little country inns with a warm family atmosphere, that will incite you to stay for a night or a few days, before setting off again. The rooms located upstairs have a direct access to the ground floor dining room, where the food served enhances the local gastronomy : Garbure (traditional soup from the Béarn region), eel, duck confit, ...

This campervan park is located in the heart of the Basque Country, only ten minutes from Saint-Palais, in the commune of Arberats. The six pitches are equipped with electric hook-ups and you can enjoy a beautiful view of the Pyrenees. All vehicles have access to the black water discharge area. The farm is also equipped with toilets. You will also have access to the boule field and the children's playground. Thierry and Doriane also sell farm products from the pig farm, which you can also taste on site around a good table!