Saint-Jean-de-Luz, France

Saint-Jean-de-Luz

A Basque fishing port with a sheltered beach and half-timbered houses.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Saint-Jean-de-Luz

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk around the fishing harbour and the old town's half-timbered houses.
  2. AfternoonSwim at the sheltered beach, protected by its sea walls.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the old town and walk the seafront promenade.

Day 2

Take the little rack railway up La Rhune, or visit Biarritz.

What to eat

Gâteau basque and piperade, a pepper and tomato dish.

Local tips

Make the most of Saint-Jean-de-Luz

Beat the crowds

Busy in July and August. Spring and autumn are calmer and still mild.

Best photo spot

The harbour and fishing boats, with the Basque houses behind.

Getting there

Trains run from Biarritz and Bayonne. The centre is walkable.

Don't miss nearby

La Rhune mountain and the Spanish border towns.

Good to know

Look inside the Saint-Jean-Baptiste church, where Louis XIV married. Try a gâteau basque.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Saint-Jean-de-Luz

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Plan your visit

Getting to Saint-Jean-de-Luz

Getting there

  • San Sebastián Airport (EAS)11 km away
  • Bilbao Airport (BIO)100 km away
  • San Sebastián25 km away
  • Pamplona65 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeHidden town
Good forCoast, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryFrance

Questions

Saint-Jean-de-Luz: good to know

Is Saint-Jean-de-Luz worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like the coast and food. A Basque fishing port with a sheltered beach and half-timbered houses.

How many days do you need in Saint-Jean-de-Luz?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Saint-Jean-de-Luz?

You can visit all year. Busy in July and August. Spring and autumn are calmer and still mild.

How do you get to Saint-Jean-de-Luz?

The nearest airport is San Sebastián Airport (EAS), about 11 km away. Trains run from Biarritz and Bayonne. The centre is walkable.

What is there to see near Saint-Jean-de-Luz?

Nearby hidden places include San Sebastián (27 km), Pamplona (64 km) and Bilbao (104 km).

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