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NatureXoldokogaina: the little summit above Biriatou that looks over two countries
At 486 m above Biriatou, the Xoldokogaina looks out over Txingudi Bay, La Rhune, Aiako Harria and the sea. The route from the village, what you see from the top and practical tips for the climb.
TravelThings to do in the Basque Country when it rains: 15 ideas to enjoy it whatever the weather
Museums, aquariums, caves, covered markets, cider houses, Bayonne hot chocolate, thalasso, pintxos: a great day in the Basque Country, even in the rain.
TravelThe best museums in the Basque Country: from the Guggenheim to the Basque Museum in Bayonne
Bilbao’s Guggenheim and Fine Arts Museum, San Telmo, Chillida Leku, Balenciaga, Artium, Museum of Navarre, Bayonne’s Basque Museum, Bonnat-Helleu, Villa Arnaga.
TravelBasque Country by train — the 2026 eco-friendly travel guide
How to explore the Basque Country by train: TGV, TER, Euskotren, Renfe, Bilbao Metro, little tourist trains and car-free itinerary ideas. The green option.
TravelThe Basque Country with kids: 12 family days out for young and old
Biarritz and San Sebastián aquariums, Cité de l’Océan, La Rhune train, Sare and Isturitz caves, Ekainberri, Eureka, Sendaviva: Basque Country family days out.
NatureBest beaches in the Basque Country: Labourd, Gipuzkoa and Biscay
La Concha, Zarautz, Laga, Bakio, Hendaye, Anglet, Biarritz, Bidart, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Zumaia… Basque Country beach guide: vibe, swimming or surf, Blue Flags.
TravelBasque Country 7-day itinerary — what to do in a week (2026)
A day-by-day itinerary for a week in the Basque Country: both sides of the border, beaches, mountains, villages and museums. Transport and tips.
TravelThe 25 most beautiful villages in the Basque Country — on both sides of the border
Our pick of the 25 most beautiful Basque villages, in France (Iparralde) and Spain (Hegoalde): what makes each special, where to stay and when to go.
NatureLa Rhune hike — the complete guide to Labourd’s iconic summit
Start, route, timings, kit and the train alternative — everything you need to climb the legendary summit of the French Basque Country (905 m).