Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port (also known by its Basque name - Donibane Garazi)
is the capital of the historical Basque province of Lower Navarre. Located at the base of the French side of the Pyrenees Mountains, the famous town is one of the traditional starting points of the Way of Saint James (the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela). For over a thousand years countless ‘pilgrims’ have walked along this Christian pilgrimage path. In Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port you will find a beautiful blend of Basque and French culture, as well as the energy of the pilgrims on the Camino. Walking up the Rue de la Citadelle you’ll find the view from the 17th century Mendiguren Citadel is a classic panorama of the Basque countryside.
is the capital of the historical Basque province of Lower Navarre. Located at the base of the French side of the Pyrenees Mountains, the famous town is one of the traditional starting points of the Way of Saint James (the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela). For over a thousand years countless ‘pilgrims’ have walked along this Christian pilgrimage path. In Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port you will find a beautiful blend of Basque and French culture, as well as the energy of the pilgrims on the Camino. Walking up the Rue de la Citadelle you’ll find the view from the 17th century Mendiguren Citadel is a classic panorama of the Basque countryside.
St Jean Pied de Port, France