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France - French Basque Country

Jammed between the brilliant blue Bay of Biscay and the craggy foothills of the Pyrenees, the Pays Basque (Basque Country) feels one step removed from the rest of France. It’s a fascinating place.

- joining the hordes of surfers and sunbathers on the Biarritz seafront

- sampling at one of Bayonne’s celebrated chocolate shops

- hiking along the wild coast path between Bidart and Hendaye

Coverage includes: Bayonne, Biarritz, Guéthary, St-Jean de Luz & Ciboure, La Rhune, Ainhoa, Espelette, St-Jean Pied de Port, St-Étienne de Baïgorry.