Location: Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Top Things to do in Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Top Restaurants in Saint-Jean-de-Luz
The 10 Best Things to Do in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, France
Between Biarritz and the Spanish border, the Atlantic fishing village of Saint-Jean-de-Luz combines Basque charm with pleasant, family-friendly beaches on the bay. July and August are the high season here, so if you'd rather avoid the tourist crunch, either book outside of those months or plan to arrive at the beach first thing in the morning.
Restaurants in Saint-Jean-de-Luz
1. Eglise Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By maggieRugeley - Rugeley
Lots of people sheltering from the rain but what a beautiful place to do so. Steeped in history and the 3 tiered galleries for men only were most unusual. Ramp to the side of the church made it easily accessible in my wheelchair
2. Digue du Port de Socoa
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4.5 based on 205 reviews
The sea wall defence of Socoa is nice place with a little hidden beach. Here when there are not storm you can walk on it and have a unique view on Saint-Jean-de-Luz and the bay. Either you can watch the waves hurt the sea wall defence. You can only go walking on it.
Reviewed By PAUL E - Reading, United Kingdom
These flood defences were created in the 19th century - hard to imagine how given the power of the sea, even on a calm day. Each year, 50 new 50 tonne blocks are added to the barrier to keep the sea at bay. Worth walking to the end and admiring the view.
Such a shame that the fort itself is closed off rather than being open or used.
3. Paramoteur 64
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5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By Francois L - Bordeaux, France
My wife and I each got to fly on Olivier's paraglider. He was very professional, patient with our questions and instructive. He put us both at ease and in confidence. His flying was smooth yet sharp. We highly recommend his coastline tour. The view was breath-taking. Merci beaucoup!
4. Sentier du Littoral
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4.5 based on 440 reviews
From Bidart to Hendaye via Saint-Jean-de-Luz, the path of the coast is a easy hike allowing the discovery of exceptional panoramas. This path of a little more than 20 kilometers browses the coast of Bidart until Hendaye via Saint-Jean-de-Luz and by following the Basque Corniche of Urrugne.
Reviewed By Denise B - Lake Forest, California
Start on this path at any point along this coast and you'll be able to enjoy the fresh air, soak in the sun and take in the views. Enjoy!
5. Quai Maurice Ravel
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4.5 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By DCHPORTVENDRES - Clogheen, Ireland
The great French classical composer Maurice Ravel was born in the Basque town of Ciboure in 1875. St Jean de Luz harbour was famous as a whale fishing port and it is now a renowned sardine fishing port and a really lovely place to visit. With brightly coloured boats, fishermen mending their nets, a backdrop of beautiful Basque architecture and a whiff of salty sea air this is surely a haven of the senses. The lovely Quai Maurice Ravel is probably best viewed from the harbour of St Jean de Luz - a dream come true for painters and photographers
6. La Corniche Basque d'Urrugne
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4.5 based on 95 reviews
La Corniche Basque of Urrugne is a unique natural site on the coast. It offers the possibility of having a walk along the path of the coast from Socoa in Ciboure above the ocean on the high cliffs of flysch. It is beautiful path in the open air with an astonishing view. To see on the Corniche: the bunker, the wild creek, the flora, the Domain of Abbadia in Hendaye... And at times of the year, the giant wave Belharra.
Reviewed By gil40100 - Dax, France
The Bask Corniche offers you the best views of the coast. A splendid place to walk, to take pictures, to discover the coast... The second part (between Hendaye and Abbadia) is the best because you walk in the nature (and not along the road). A regret this year because some parts of the way were closed for a long time because of works. Even for the summer time the new building and entrance were closed (and since the beginning of the year); strange for a main attraction in the Bask country.
7. Grande Plage
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 96 reviews
Big fine sand beach protected by a bay at the heart of the city. Ideal for the bathing in family with young children. Clubs of beach, rents of tents, deckchairs and parasols. Nautical activities on the spot as paddle board, towed buoys, water-skiing ... Handiplage and Audiobeach next to the lighthouse.
Reviewed By DDFarnham - Farnham, United Kingdom
This is a lovely large sandy beach. It is ideal for families with attended lifeguard positions, designated swimming areas and play facilities for children. As it is right in the town there are lots of cafes and bars selling drinks, ice cream, sandwiches and crepe on hand. Everything you could need in one place - enjoy.
8. Obsession Tuna Fishing
9. Roman Bridge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By Linghu-hao
A lovely Roman stone bridge that provides a calm and soothing setting for a stroll around the park. We thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon walk.
10. Promenade Jacques Thibaud
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 479 reviews
Reviewed By eonaLondon - London
In Essence a seawall flanked by attractive holiday homes linked by walkways to the stone Promenade and then every so often by steps to the beach. The Promenade slopes away in downward curve on the landside without a safety fence a refreshing French approach to Health and Safety. You are spared the plethora of warning signs that would have disfigured siimilar English walkway.
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