Train of the Rhune
10 km from Saint Jean de Luz, between Ascain and Sare, is the mythical summit of the Basque Country: La Rhune. You will get there thanks to the little Rhune train, one of the few cogwheel railways in France still in service. In 35 minutes, in its perfectly restored period wagons, it takes you to the summit at an altitude of 900 meters where a breathtaking panorama awaits you over the Pyrenees chain to the ocean. We come across pottoks or ewes in freedom will particularly appeal to children.
You can also shop for souvenirs or eat in Spanish ventas, small shops located on the Franco-Spanish border. Recently, during the summer season, yoga sessions and "sunset evenings" are planned. And for the bravest equipped with good sports shoes, a descent on foot along a marked path, lasting an hour and a half is possible to the station, allowing you to discover the flora and fauna. , with a splendid view.