Hendaye

Overview of Hendaye

Located at the mouth of the Bidassoa River, Hendaye is the border town with Spain. You can enjoy its beautiful, long beach and see some fine residences from the last century.

Key Facts

• Type de lieu: small town.

• Intérêt touristique: ★ (worth a stop if you are in the area).

• Localisation: on the coast, in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, it is the border town with Spain.

• Distances:

• Heure locale: Heure : Hendaye.

• Population: 16,783 inhabitants (2014).

• Superficie: 7.95 km².

• Altitude: sea level.

• Site internet: http://www.hendaye-tourisme.fr

History of Hendaye

What to See and Do in Hendaye

For visitors, the town boasts several dozen houses with neo-Basque architecture and a beach area.

Abbadia Castle ★★
It is both a large and charming "castle-museum" (scientific collections, furnishings, etc.) and, more broadly, a place to discover the natural environment of what is known as the Basque Corniche.

In the Surrounding Area

Climate and Weather in Hendaye

The area enjoys a cool, fairly windy oceanic climate. Summers are free from excessive heat thanks to the influence of the Atlantic Ocean, while winters are relatively mild, cloudy, and especially damp. The wettest periods are at the end and beginning of the year. Generally, the best time to visit climatically is June to September to avoid too much rain.

Sea Temperature Throughout the Year

Transportation

Getting There

Getting Around

Accommodation

Dining

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