European Heritage Days 64

Data from the Ministry of Culture database as of August 17, 2026: 243 events across 156 locations and 63 municipalities in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, with 552 time slots — 27 on Friday, September 18, 285 on Saturday, September 19, and 240 on Sunday, September 20. 217 events are listed as free, 64 require booking, 95 are marked as special openings, and 20 are taking place in a venue participating for the first time. By format: 104 guided tours, 33 self-guided tours, 31 exhibitions, 23 workshops and craft demonstrations, 18 lectures, 18 performances and concerts, 7 tours and walks, 5 screenings, and 4 games and escape rooms. 144 events are linked to the theme "Heritage in Peril: Revive, Resist, Reimagine," and 27 to the theme "Heritage of Photography."

Organizers are updating this database until the event begins: more locations will be added by the weekend. Times, prices, booking conditions, and accessibility are as declared by each organizer.

Pau

Saint-Joseph Church — 36 avenue de l'église Saint-Joseph, 64000 Pau

• Sat 19 3pm-4pm, 5pm-6pm · Sun 20 3pm-4pm, 5pm-6pm — Guided tour: Saint-Joseph Church · Listed as a historical monument, this church stands out for its rich decor: colorful stained glass by Mauméjean, sculptures by Ernest Gabard, and architecture blending… · Free. Open entry. Max capacity: 30 people. · No booking required, special opening.

Saint-Pierre Church — 2 avenue Robert Schuman, 64000 Pau

• Sat 19 11am-6pm · Sun 20 1pm-6pm — Photography exhibition at Saint-Pierre Church in Pau · Photography exhibition dedicated to the Saint-Pierre Church in Pau. Awarded the "Remarkable Contemporary Architecture" label, this fragile building is noted for its innovative architecture. · Subject to availability. Free. No booking required. · Special opening. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.

Former Jesuit House — 45 Rue Montpensier, 64000 Pau

• Sat 19 10:30am-11:30am, 3pm-4pm · Sun 20 3pm-4pm — Guided tour: the former Jesuit chapel · Discover this carefully restored 19th-century neo-Romanesque chapel, which bears witness to the history of the Jesuits in Pau. · Free. Open entry. Max capacity: 30 people. · No booking required, special opening.

Pyrénées-Atlantiques Departmental Archives – Pau Site — Cité administrative, boulevard Tourasse, 64000 Pau

• Fri 18 9:30am-4:30pm — [School groups special] Heritage in Peril: discovering the Archives 64 and conservation professions · workshop / demonstration · This year, the theme "Heritage in Peril: Revive, Resist, Reimagine" offers a new pretext for the Archives 64 educational team to create a proposal… · Free. Booking required. Limited to one class in the morning and one in the afternoon. · School groups. · Declared accessibility: motor disability. · Info: [email protected]
• Sat 19 3:30pm-4:40pm — Lecture / collection of testimonies: "Republican Exile Generation 2", by historian Alet Valero · This meeting offers a chance to discover a program launched in 2019 by the Occitanie/Pyrénées-Méditerranée Region, as part of the 80th anniversary commemoration of the Retirada, and supported by the… · Free. Open entry. Limited to 50 people. · No booking required, special opening. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.
• Sun 20 2pm-6pm — Exhibition: "Series B: fire burns and water wets" · This photography exhibition offers an atypical and playful look at preventive conservation and the long-term, or even permanent, degradation of documents, through… · Free. Open entry. · No booking required, special opening. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.
• Sun 20 2pm-6pm — Guided tour of the Pau archives, behind the scenes of conservation · guided tour · Want to know our tricks for slowing down time? No Botox or hyaluronic acid here, but rather misting and starch paste. · Free. Open entry. · No booking required, special opening. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.

Atelier A. Cambet, upholsterer — 15 place Laherrère, 64000 Pau

• Sat 19 10am-6pm · Sun 20 10am-6pm — Open studio · self-guided tour · For the 2026 European Heritage Days, step through the doors of our workshop, where various decorative elements for heritage and… are crafted and restored. · Free. Up to 10 people. No booking required. · Special opening.

Wood carving workshop — 7 rue Stanislas Lavigne, 64000 Pau

• Sat 19 9am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun 20 9am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm — Visit to a wood carver's workshop · workshop / demonstration · Workshop visit. Wood carver and ornamentalist. I am exceptionally opening my workshop to the public during the 2026 JEP. · Free. · Special opening.

Auditorium des Réparatrices — 2 rue des Réparatrices, 64000 Pau

• Sat 19 11am-12pm — Early music concert · performance / concert · Under the direction of Heroan Loiret, the Vocal Ensemble and the Grand Early Music Ensemble of the Conservatoire Pau Béarn Pyrénées will perform Francesco Cavalli's Magnificat, as well as… · Free. Booking required.

Banque de France, Pau site — 7 rue Louis Barthou, 64000 Pau

• Sat 19 9:30am-12pm, 1:45pm-4:30pm — Guided tour of the historic Banque de France site in Pau · Open day at the Banque de France in Pau. Discover the Hôtel Boscary de Romaine, an elegant 19th-century private mansion, exceptionally open to the public. · Free. Limited to 55 people. · Special opening. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.

CERC - centre de creacion musicau — 5 rue de la Fontaine, 64000 Pau

• Sat 19 10am-4pm — Lo Parlament: immersive sound installation · self-guided tour · Come and discover Lo Parlament, the generative sound installation by Martin Antiphon. For the European Heritage Days, CERC invites you to visit the Hédas washhouse in a… · Free. · Special opening.

Caserne Bernadotte — Place de Verdun, 64000 Pau

• Sat 19th all day · Sun 20th all day — Exhibition: "Historical Pages, Portraits of Sailors" · The Pau Archives Centre presents an exhibition dedicated to ten sailors' journeys, drawn from the extensive collections of the Service historique de la Défense. · Open access. Free. No booking required. Outdoor exhibition accessible at all times. · Special opening. · Accessibility: hearing impaired, mobility impaired.
• Sat 19th 9:30am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun 20th 9:30am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm — Guided tour: The construction of the Caserne Bernadotte · For the European Heritage Days, the Caserne Bernadotte opens its doors to you. · Free. No booking required. Tours depart on demand. · Special opening. · Accessibility: visually impaired, mobility impaired.
• Sat 19th 9:30am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun 20th 9:30am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm — Children's workshop: Discovering military archives · game / escape game · Accompany your children as they explore military archives through coloring, puzzles, an exhibition, a quiz, board games, and the creation of a... · Free. No booking required. Children must remain under parental supervision throughout the workshops. · Special opening, for young audiences. · Accessibility: mobility impaired.
• Sat 19th 9:30am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun 20th 9:30am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm — Escape game: "The Investigation" · game / escape game · Step into the heart of the Caserne Bernadotte, lead the investigation, and uncover the secrets of the precious military files kept here. · Free. Ages 12 and up (minors must be accompanied by an adult). Max 15 players per session. Register on-site. Tours depart every hour. · Accessibility: mobility impaired.
• Sat 19th 9:30am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun 20th 9:30am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm — Guided tours of the Military Personnel Archives Centre · guided tour · The Caserne Bernadotte opens its doors! Discover the service records kept at the Centre des archives du personnel militaire (CAPM) during these open days... · Free. No booking required. Tours depart every 30 minutes. · Special opening. · Accessibility: mobility impaired.
• Sat 19th 2pm-3pm — Lecture: "400 Years of Naval History" · Lecture "400 Years of Naval History", hosted by Jean-François Figeac, naval historian at the Service historique de la Défense, within the History and Heritage department... · Free. Subject to availability (50 places). No booking required. · Special opening, adult audience. · Accessibility: visually impaired, mobility impaired.
• Sun 20th 3pm-4:15pm — Lecture: "Pierre Loti: Journey of a Sensitive and Free Soul" · From Julien Viaud to Pierre Loti. We know the naval officer and the man of letters, but less so the committed man he was, fighting battles that still resonate today. · Free. Subject to availability (50 places). No booking required. · Special opening, adult audience. · Accessibility: visually impaired, mobility impaired.

Centre Hospitalier des Pyrénées — 29, avenue du Général Leclerc, 64000 PAU

• Sat 19th 2pm-5pm — Behind the scenes of a care facility: tour, music, and discovering the heritage of the Centre Hospitalier des Pyrénées · guided tour · This year, the CH des Pyrénées is participating in the 2026 European Heritage Days. · Free. Booking required. Limited to 25 people per slot. · Special opening. · Accessibility: intellectually impaired, mentally impaired. · Info: [email protected] / 05 59 80 90 11

Cercle anglais de Pau - villa Lawrance — 68 rue Montpensier, 64000 Pau

• Sat 19th 2:30pm-6pm · Sun 20th 2:30pm-6pm — Guided tour of the Cercle anglais de Pau · guided tour · Immerse yourself in the English atmosphere of early 20th-century Pau through a tour led by members of the Cercle Anglais. · Free entry, no prior registration. Groups of about twenty people maximum. · Free, no booking required, special opening. · Accessibility: mobility impaired.

Gare de Pau — Avenue Jean Biray, 64000 Pau

• Sat 19th 5pm-5:45pm, 8pm-9:15pm · Sun 20th 3pm-3:45pm — Guided tour: Cross Country "Pau, the city in motion" · Cross-country "Pau, the city in motion". Saturday at 5pm and 8:30pm, and Sunday at 3pm. Whether with family, alone, or with friends, come discover a cross-country race like no other. · Free. Open entry. Max capacity: 40 people. · No booking required, first-time participant.

Grand hôtel Gassion — 1 rue gontaut biron, 64000 Pau

• Sat 19th 4:30pm-6pm · Sun 20th 10am-11:30am — Guided tour "On the Rum Road" · guided tour · Guided tour "On the Rum Road". Saturday at 4:30pm and Sunday at 10am. A journey between the Americas and the Béarn, this circuit is an opportunity to reflect on the fate of emigrants who left their mark... · Free. Open entry. Max capacity: 30 people. · No booking required.

Hôtel de France — Place royale, 64000 Pau

• Sat 19th 11am-12pm, 3pm-4pm · Sun 20th 11am-12pm, 3pm-4pm — Guided tour: "Hôtel de France, private life, public life" · Explore this former 19th-century palace, which hosted the likes of Stendhal, Sarah Bernhardt, and Ernest Hemingway. · Free. Booking required. Max capacity: 30 people. · Special opening. · Info: 05 59 27 27 08

Hôtel de ville de Pau - Théâtre Saint-Louis — Place Royale, 64000 Pau

• Sat 19th 11am-12:15pm, 3pm-4:15pm, 5pm-6:15pm · Sun 20th 11am-12:15pm, 3pm-4:15pm, 5pm-6:15pm — Guided tour: Pau City Hall · From the municipal council chamber to the small Italian-style theater, this tour invites you to discover the history of the city's iconic landmarks and their prestigious past. · Free. Booking required. Max capacity: 25 people. · Special opening. · Info: 0559272708

L'Usine des Tramways — Avenue Gaston Lacoste, 64000 Pau

• Sat 19th 2pm-6pm · Sun 20th 10am-12pm, 2pm-6pm — Self-guided tour: Archives under high protection · Mold, dust, little bugs... there is no shortage of enemies for archives! With brushes in hand, the full artillery is out. · Free, open access. · No booking required, special opening. · Accessibility: mobility impaired.
• Sat 19th 2pm-6pm · Sun 20th 10am-12pm, 2pm-6pm — Guided tour: Heritage to be saved · For the 2026 European Heritage Days, the Usine des Tramways opens its doors and invites you to discover the behind-the-scenes of a fragile and threatened heritage. · Free. Tours depart every hour. Subject to availability. · No booking required, special opening. · Accessibility: mobility impaired.
• Sat 19th 3pm-4:30pm — Workshop: Behind the scenes of the archives, beware, disaster zone! · workshop / demonstration · Put on your gloves and dive into the archives! Alongside the archivists, take concrete action to save heritage documents. · Free. Booking required. Limited to 10 people. · Special opening.
• Sun 20th 4pm-5pm — "When memory tells its story" with David Bordes · show / concert · David Bordes will share his experience regarding the intangible heritage of Pyrenean tales and myths, and the preservation of this living legacy. A moment to share with the family. · Free, subject to availability. · No booking required, special opening. · Accessibility: mobility impaired.

Maison de l'Habitat — 2 bis rue des cordeliers, 64000 Pau

• Sat. 19 10am-12pm, 2pm-5pm — Immersive Exhibition: Endangered heritage is not inevitable! · Immerse yourself in an exhibition dedicated to the materials used to preserve facades, storefronts, and signs. · Free. Open access. · No booking required, special opening.
• Sat. 19 3pm-4pm — [Guided Tour] Heritage in peril: how to support restoration and reconstruction in the historic center · Through a guided tour of Pau's city center, discover how to protect and restore built heritage, and how to integrate new constructions into the heart of neighborhoods… · Free. Open access subject to availability. · No booking required, special opening.

Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation des Pyrénées Atlantiques — 4 rue Despourrins, 64000 Pau

• Sat. 19 9:30am-6pm · Sun. 20 9:30am-6pm — Guided tour of the Museum of the Resistance and Deportation of the Pyrénées Atlantiques · guided tour · Conference room: "The PTT in the Resistance" exhibition. Passeurs room: history of those who escaped from France. · Free participation. Establishment capacity: 60 visitors max at a time. · No booking required. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.

Musée des beaux-arts — 9 Rue Mathieu Lalanne, 64000 Pau

• Sat. 19 11am-6pm · Sun. 20 11am-6pm — Temporary exhibition "Art in the service of workers" · The Pau Museum of Fine Arts presents the exhibition Art in the service of workers, from May 29 to September 27, 2026, in partnership with the Musée d'Orsay, as part of the operation "… · Free admission. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.

Musée national et domaine du château de Pau — Rue du Château, 64000 Pau

• Sat. 19 9am-10am — Guided tour of the historic gardens · Fragile heritage, the historic gardens constitute an essential part of French heritage. · Free. Subject to availability.
• Sat. 19 9:30am-12pm, 1pm-5pm · Sun. 20 9:30am-12pm, 2pm-5pm — Guided tours of the historic apartments · guided tour · This tour of the castle invites you for a stroll through the historic apartments of the Kings of France and Navarre, as well as Emperor Napoleon III. · Free. Subject to availability.
• Sat. 19 10am-12pm, 2pm-5pm · Sun. 20 10am-12pm, 2pm-5pm — Stone carving demonstration · workshop / demonstration · Castle courtyard Because it is likely threatened with disappearance, our "small heritage" is today sparking renewed interest. · Free. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.
• Sat. 19 2pm-5pm · Sun. 20 2pm-5pm — Exhibition: sensory land art · Performance and meeting with Olivier Layus, Basse-Plante Part two In a first part, in June, the artist accompanied us in his process of creating installations… · Free. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.
• Sat. 19 2:30pm-3:30pm — [Lecture] Masterpiece in wartime: the escape of the Ghent Altarpiece to Pau · The Belgian surrender in May 1940 caught heritage protectors off guard. A masterpiece of European art, painted by Van Eyck for the Cathedral of Ghent, in Belgium, the Altarpiece of… · Free. Open access. · Adult audience.
• Sat. 19 8:30pm-10:30pm — Tour: mysterious bats · tour / walk · A fun discovery of bats, those mysterious flyers that become active in the Pau castle estate once night falls. · Free and by reservation.
• Sun. 20 9am-10:30am — Tour of the historic gardens · guided tour · Fragile heritage, the historic gardens constitute a whole section of French heritage. · Free. No booking required. · Declared accessibility: mental disability, motor disability.
• Sun. 20 4pm-5:30pm — Tour: "What if the garden told me a story..." · tour / walk · Storytelling tour with Marie Tomas Discover the gardens and their history through tales, in the company of Marie Tomas. · Free. By reservation. · Adult audience.

Office de tourisme de Pau — Pl. Royale, 64000 Pau

• Sat. 19 3pm-4:30pm · Sun. 20 3pm-4:30pm — Workshop "Monuments on stage!" · guided tour · "Monuments on stage!" workshop Saturday and Sunday at 3pm. Discover the iconic monuments of the Place Royale with your family (from age 6) and have fun reinterpreting them in a… · Free. By reservation. Max capacity: 20 people. · First-time participating venue, young audience. · Info: 0559272708

Palais de justice historique de Pau — Place de la libération, 64000 Pau

• Sat. 19 8am-1pm · Sun. 20 8am-1pm — Guided tour of the historic courthouse of Pau · guided tour · Guided tour of the historic courthouse of Pau, provided by magistrates and civil servants, every 45 minutes. · Free. 30 people per group, every 45 minutes. · By reservation, special opening. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.

Place de la Monnaie — Place de la Monnaie, 64000 pau

• Sat. 19 2:30pm-5:30pm — Tour: from the city to the Bel Ordinaire · tour / walk · Walking tour "Crossing: heritage in motion, from Pau to the Bel Ordinaire" Saturday, from 2:30pm to 5:30pm. · Free. By reservation. Max capacity: 30 people. · First-time participating venue. · Info: 05 59 27 27 08

Place de la déportation — Place de la déportation, 64000 Pau

• Sat. 19 10:50am-11:30am, 11:40am-12:30pm, 2pm-2:30pm, 2:50pm-3:29pm, 3:40pm-4:10pm, 4:30pm-5:10pm, 6:10pm-6:49pm, 7pm-7:39pm · Sun. 20 10:50am-11:30am, 11:40am-12:30pm, 2pm-2:30pm, 2:50pm-3:30pm, 3:40pm-4:10pm, 4:30pm-5:10pm, 6:10pm-6:50pm — Guided tour of the city center by Little Train · guided tour · The little train Saturday and Sunday, departures at 10:50am, 11:40am, 2pm, 2:50pm, 3:40pm, 4:30pm, 5:20pm and 6:10pm. Additional departure at 7pm on Saturday only. · Free. Open access. Max capacity: 40 people. · No booking required, special opening.

Place du Foirail — Place du Foirail, 64000 Pau

• Sat. 19 10am-7pm · Sun. 20 10am-7pm — Pau Ceramics Market - edition #3 · workshop / demonstration · Pau ceramics market Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, from 10am to 7pm, Place du Foirail. · Free. Open access. · Declared accessibility: intellectual disability, hearing impairment, visual impairment, mental disability, motor disability.

Préfecture des Pyrénées-Atlantiques — 2 rue du Maréchal Joffre, Pau 64000

• Sat. 19 10am-5:30pm — Guided tour of the historic part of the prefecture · guided tour · Exceptional tour of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques prefecture On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, the Prefect of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques opens the doors of his… · Free. Booking required. Group of 25 people maximum. Proof of identity will be requested at the entrance. · Special opening. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.

Quartier du Hédas — Place François Récaborde, 64000 Pau

• Sat. 19 5pm-6pm — Prelude of Pan • Concert · show / concert · Prelude of Pan is an imaginary rite of passage, taking up the codes of traditional Pyrenean carnivals linked to the figure of the bear. · Free.

Résidence préfectorale — 27 avenue Norman Prince, 64000 Pau

• Sun. 20 9am-12:30pm — Guided tour of the prefectural residence · guided tour · Exceptional tour of the residence of the Prefect of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, the Prefect of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques opens the doors of his… · Free. Booking required. Group of 25 people maximum. Proof of identity will be requested at the entrance. · Special opening.

Villa Longchamp — Boulevard Edouard Herriot, 64000 Pau

• Sat. 19th 9am-12pm, 2pm-5pm — Exclusive guided tour of Villa Longchamp and its outbuildings · guided tour · This Palladian-style villa hosted numerous charity soirées starting in 1838, bringing together notable figures such as Franz Liszt and the poet Jasmin. · Free. Reservation required with the Pau Tourist Office. · Special opening. · Info: +33 5 59 27 27 08

Villa Saint-Basil's — 61 avenue trespoey, 64000 Pau

• Sat. 19th 11am-12pm, 3:30pm-4:30pm, 5pm-6pm · Sun. 20th 11am-12pm, 3:30pm-4:30pm, 5pm-6pm — Guided tour of Villa Saint-Basil's · guided tour · Villa Saint-Basil’s, Saturday and Sunday at 11am, 3:30pm and 5pm. This guided tour immerses you in the 1930s, at the crossroads of British and French influences of the era… · Free. Reservation required. Maximum capacity: 25 people. · Special opening. · Info: +33 5 59 27 27 08

Aïcirits-Camou-Suhast

Église de Camou — 22 Rte d'Arbouet, 64120 Camou

• Sun. 20th 6pm-7pm — Traditional Basque singing · show / concert · Traditional Basque songs with Stéphanie and Pierrot Negueloua. The sister and brother will share their love of traditional Basque singing with the audience. · Free. Open entry.

Château de Camou — 22 Route d'Arbouet, 64120 Aïcirits-Camou-Suhast

• Sat. 19th 2pm-6pm · Sun. 20th 2pm-5:30pm — Guided tour of the Château de Camou · guided tour · Guided tour of the Château de Camou. Discover the castle during a guided tour that will immerse you in its history, rural expertise, and… · Free. Open entry.

Abère

Château d'Abère — 6 chemin de l'église, 64160 Abère

• Sat. 19th 10am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun. 20th 10am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm — Guided tour of the Château d'Abère · guided tour · Guided tours lasting approximately 1 hour 15 minutes, departing at 10am, 11:30am, 2pm, 3:30pm, and 5pm. An exhibition of vintage photographs dedicated to life at the castle complements the visit. · Voluntary contribution. No reservation required. · Free, adult audience.

Amendeuix-Oneix

Renovated water mill — 555 Route des Moulins, 64120 Amendeuix

• Sun. 20th 10am-6:30pm — Guided tour of a renovated water mill. · Guided tour of the historic Pau courthouse, provided by magistrates and officials, every 45 minutes. · Free. · No reservation required, first-time participant.

Anglet

L'Hermione Dry Dock - Careening area — 12 avenue de l’Adour, 64600 Anglet

• Sat. 19th 10am-6pm · Sun. 20th 10am-6pm — Activities and workshops aboard L'Hermione · workshop / demonstration · Visit the major refit site of L’Hermione, located at 12 avenue de l’Adour, and take part in maritime-themed activities throughout the day: combat… · Entry fee: €2. Activities: 5 slots available for 10 to 20 people for each of the 4 activities: Cannon (30 min), Shipyard (45 min), Sailing (30 min), Trades (30 min). · Special opening. · Accessibility: intellectual disability, mental disability, motor disability.

Maison pour Tous - Anglet — 6 rue Albert Le Barillier, 64600 ANGLET

• Fri. 18th 5:30pm-8pm — Lecture: The Port of Anglet · The Port of Anglet: From the mouth of the Adour to the sulfur port. The Anglet section of the Port of Bayonne has a unique history, dating back to the canalization of the Adour mouth after… · Free. · First-time participant. · Accessibility: motor disability.

Izadia Ecological Park — 297 avenue de l'Adour, 64600 Anglet

• Sun. 20th 10am-12pm — Heritage guided tour: from Izadia Park to the vineyards of Anglet · guided tour · Along a route tracing the history and biodiversity of Izadia Park, discover an ancestral tradition: Anglet wine. · Free. Reservation required. Maximum capacity: 20 people. · Adult audience.

Arudy

Chapelle Saint-Michel — 64260 Arudy

• Sat. 19th 10am-12pm, 2pm-5pm · Sun. 20th 10am-12pm, 2pm-5pm — Guided tour: history of the Chapelle Saint-Michel in Arudy · The Saint-Michel hill, an exceptional site. Nestled in greenery, the Saint-Michel chapel occupies a remarkable position on the hill of the same name, above the cave and… · Free.

Médiathèque des Arcades — Place de l'Hôtel de Ville 64260 Arudy

• Fri. 18th 10am-11:30am, 4pm-5:45pm · Sat. 19th 10am-11:30am — Exhibition: "Ossau pieces and costumes, through the eyes of painter Hervé Chambron" · Pieces of Ossau costumes and the vision of painter Hervé Chambron. Objects of great attention, the various pieces of costumes still worn by the people of Ossau, particularly during… · Free. · First-time participant.

Mairie — 2 place de l'Hôtel de ville 64260 Arudy

• Fri. 18th 10am-12pm, 2pm-5pm · Sat. 19th 10am-12pm, 2pm-5pm · Sun. 20th 10am-12pm, 2pm-5pm — Jean Georges Penabert Exhibition · Jean Georges Penabert: Born in Arudy on April 23, 1825, Jean Georges Penabert was first a portraitist and watercolorist before becoming one of the great photographers of the 19th century. · Free. · Accessibility: motor disability.

Musée d'Ossau — Rue de l’Eglise, 64260 Arudy

• Sat. 19th 10am-6pm · Sun. 20th 10am-6pm — Jacques Blanchet, the Pyreneist · exhibition · Discover the journey of Jacques Blanchet, an engineer from the Ossau Valley who dedicated over 65 years to his passion for the mountains. · Free. · First-time participant.
• Sat. 19th 10am-6pm · Sun. 20th 10am-6pm — Crossed Perspectives in Ossau: Fernand Cuville and Emile Touchet · exhibition · Crossed perspectives between two photographic exhibitions dedicated to the Ossau Valley. · Free. · First-time participant.

Asasp-Arros

Église Saint-Vincent-Diacre — 64660 Asasp-Arros

• Sun. 20th 2:30pm-4:30pm — Guided tour: rediscovered heritage · Guided tour of the Saint-Vincent church in Arros. Churches often hold precious secrets and true treasures. The small Saint-Vincent church in Arros is no exception. · Free. No reservation required. · Special opening.

Assat

Conservatory orchard-garden — 3 bis route du bois, 64510 Assat

• Sat. 19th 9:30am-5pm · Sun. 20th 9:30am-5pm — Guided tour: an itinerary and ancestral connections between humans and plants · The conservatory orchard-garden presents a 12-minute short film titled "Des racines et des Hommes" (Of Roots and Men), which highlights the local history of agriculture and plants… · €8 for guided tours (limited to 8 people). €7 for ages 10-20. Free for under 10s. Free entry to the conservatory orchard-garden. Reservation required. · Accessibility: hearing impairment, visual impairment, motor disability. · Info: [email protected]

Athos-Aspis

Église Saint-Pierre — 64390 Athos-Aspis

• Sun. 20th 10am-4pm — Guided tour of the Athos-Aspis church · Visit this beautiful 12th-century Romanesque church, marked by Gothic and Renaissance influences, from 10am to 4pm. · Free. Continuous tours. · Adult audience.

Banca

Centre d'interprétation du Patrimoine Minier et Métallurgique de Banca — Centre Olhaberri, 64430 Banca

• Sat. 19 10:30am-12:30pm — Lecture: "The forges of Banka during the Industrial Revolution" · The Banca forges were built and operated by Parisian investors, drawn by the very low cost of charcoal. · Free. Open access. · No booking required, adult audience. · Accessibility: physical disability.
• Sat. 19 2:30pm-4:30pm · Sun. 20 10:30am-12:30pm — Guided tour of the Banka mines · circuit / walk · The mining heritage of Banka is a little-known witness to mining activity that began in Roman antiquity and reached its peak in the 18th century before a revival in the 19th century. · Free. Booking required. 20 people maximum. Please wear sturdy walking shoes. Not recommended for people with walking difficulties. · Info: [email protected]

Bayonne

Banque de France — 18 rue Albert Ier, 64100 Bayonne

• Fri. 18 11am-12pm, 2pm-4:30pm — Tour of the Banque de France in Bayonne · self-guided tour · Step through the doors of the Banque de France in Bayonne and discover the inner workings of this institution during an exceptional visit. · Free. Limited to 30 people at a time. · Special opening.

Pôle D'archives De Bayonne Et Du Pays Basque — 39 Av. Duvergier de Hauranne, 64100 Bayonne

• Sun. 20 11am-4:30pm — Guided tour of the Bayonne and Pays Basque Archives Centre · guided tour · Tour of the building and discovery of the Archives' missions through the presentation of some iconic documents kept on site. Tour available in Euskara. Duration: 1h30. · Free. No booking required. Accessibility limited depending on the completion of ongoing works (PRM and limited parking). · Special opening.
• Sun. 20 11am-6pm — Exhibition "Series B: fire burns and water wets" · Photography exhibition presenting in an atypical and playful way the challenges related to preventive conservation, as well as the lasting and definitive damage that can be suffered... · Free. No booking required. Accessibility limited depending on the completion of ongoing works (PRM and parking). · Special opening.

Bellocq

Château de Bellocq — Le Bourg, 64270 Bellocq

• Sat. 19 10:30am-11:30am, 2:30pm-3:30pm, 4:30pm-5:30pm · Sun. 20 10:30am-11:30am, 2:30pm-3:30pm, 4:30pm-5:30pm — Guided tour: discovering the oldest bastide in the Viscounty of Béarn · Discover the oldest bastide in the Viscounty of Béarn, founded in the 13th century, as well as the castle built between 1250 and 1280 by Gaston VII on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Gave river. · Free. No booking required.
• Sat. 19 4pm-5:30pm — Polyphonic singing concert · show / concert · Within the castle walls, come and listen to polyphonic songs by the group "Los d’Ortès", featuring a mix of Béarnais repertoire and French songs. · Free. No booking required.

Temple — Rue du Temple, 64270 Bellocq

• Sat. 19 8:30pm-9:30pm — Biper Swing concert · show / concert · In the exceptional setting of the temple, enjoy a musical interlude performed by a gypsy jazz quartet. · Free. No booking required.

Biarritz

Musée Asiatica — 1 Rue Guy Petit 64200 Biarritz

• Sat. 19 10am-5pm · Sun. 20 10am-5pm — Saving the Orient: the preservation of Asian arts · self-guided tour · Explore the artistic and cultural riches of Asia through a collection unique in Europe. · €5 instead of €10. · No booking required, special opening. · Accessibility: intellectual, visual, mental, and physical disability.

Bidache

Château de Gramont — 520 allée de Gramont, 64520 Bidache

• Sat. 19 3pm-4pm, 4:30pm-5:30pm — Guided tours of the Château de Gramont · guided tour · Passionate guides will bring the walls of this impressive remnant built in the Middle Ages by the Gramont family back to life. · Reduced adult rate: €3. Children's rate (up to 12 years old): free. Reduced rate (13 to 18 years old, job seekers, people with disabilities): €2.50. Booking required. · Accessibility: physical disability. · Info: 05 59 56 03 49
• Sun. 20 10am-12pm, 2pm-5:30pm — Come dance at the castle open house! · self-guided tour · The ruins invite you to dance! Characters in period costumes will gracefully lead you in dance. · Free. No booking required. For people with disabilities, please contact us. · Accessibility: physical disability.
• Sun. 20 10am-12pm, 2pm-5:30pm — When History comes to life at the Château de Gramont! · workshop / demonstration · For one day, the Château de Gramont invites you on a true journey between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. · Free workshops and entertainment. People with disabilities please contact us. · No booking required. · Accessibility: physical disability.

Maison Hunard — 85 chemin de Garat, 64520 Bidache

• Sat. 19 5pm-6:15pm · Sun. 20 11am-12:15pm, 5pm-6:15pm — Show: The Basque Poet · show / concert · In Bidache, between the Basque Country and Béarn, a family and their friends have taken on a unique challenge: staging and performing a 17th-century play, "Le Poëte Basque", a one-act comedy by... · Online booking and at the Pays Basque Tourist Office branches. Show duration: 1h15. Entry: €8. Free for under 26s and people with disabilities. · Special opening, venue participating for the first time. · Accessibility: physical disability. · Info: [email protected] / 0559560349

Billère

Le Bel Ordinaire — Allée Montesquieu, 64140 Billère

• Sat. 19 3pm-7pm — Exhibition "Bonté d’Ovine, the peddler" by Natacha Sansoz · Artist Natacha Sansoz revisits Pyrenean wool heritage through contemporary art and invites you on a summer pasture journey, where felted wool accompanies the figure of the... · Free. Open access. · Accessibility: physical disability.
• Sat. 19 3pm-7pm — Guided tour: from slaughterhouses to a contemporary art space · Exhibition "From slaughterhouses to Le Bel Ordinaire" Discover how former slaughterhouses became a contemporary art space and go in search of the remnants of their past. · Free. Open access. · No booking required. · Accessibility: physical disability.

Bizanos

Association Pau Pyrénées des Amis du Rail (APPAR) — 4 chemin Léon Heid, 64320 Bizanos

• Sat. 19 10am-12pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun. 20 10am-12pm, 2:30pm-5:30pm — Self-guided tour: open house at the Association Pau Pyrénées des Amis du Rail (APPAR) · Discover a large H0-scale railway network, computer-controlled and animated by sound effects as well as light transitions between day and night. · Free. · Special opening. · Accessibility: intellectual, hearing, mental, and physical disability.

Bruges

Association La Superbe - Le Petit Théâtre Perché — 5 chemin de Berdou 64800 Bruges

• Sat. 19 3pm-5pm — Le Petit Théâtre Perché: members put on their show · show / concert · Rescheduled Le Petit Théâtre Perché: members put on their show As every year, the La Superbe association takes advantage of the European Heritage Days to open the stage to its... · Free. Open access. · Special opening.

Cambo-les-Bains

Villa Arnaga - Musée Edmond Rostand — 9 Avenue du Docteur Alexandre Camino, 64250 Cambo-les-Bains

• Sat. 19 10am-5pm — Model sailboat sailing on the Villa's ponds · self-guided tour · For one afternoon, let yourself be carried away by the timeless charm of small sailboats gliding across the ponds of Villa Arnaga. · Special rate. No booking required.
• Sat. 19 10am-6pm · Sun. 20 10am-6pm — European Heritage Days - Villa Arnaga - Photo exhibition of the orangery restoration works · Discover an exhibition within the Orangery itself, retracing the various stages of its restoration project through photographs. · Free.
• Sat. 19 11am-12pm — European Heritage Days at Villa Arnaga - Cambo-les-Bains - Inauguration of the Orangery · lecture · Unveiling of the Orangery plaque, crafted by the Compagnons de Saint-Jacques as part of the building's historic restoration project. · Free.
• Sat. 19 11am-5pm · Sun. 20 11am-5pm — European Heritage Days - Villa Arnaga - Meet the Compagnons de Saint-Jacques · workshop / demonstration · Meet the Compagnons de Saint-Jacques and discover their trade and heritage craftsmanship skills. · Free.
• Sat. 19 2:30pm-5pm — European Heritage Days at Villa Arnaga - Restoration techniques workshop · workshop / demonstration · Discover the heritage restoration techniques used at Villa Arnaga and the expertise required to preserve this remarkable site. · Free. · No booking required.
• Sat. 19 5pm-6pm · Sun. 20 5pm-6pm — European Heritage Days at Villa Arnaga - Cambo-les-Bains - The little curator of Arnaga game (for ages 5–12) · game / escape game · Earn your diploma as a junior curator of Villa Arnaga by solving a few riddles! A small surprise awaits you when you receive your diploma. · Free. No booking required. · For young audiences.

Ciboure

Association Egurrezkoa — 21 rue Bourousse, 64500 Ciboure

• Sat. 19 9am-4:30pm — Self-guided tour: the maritime heritage of Euzkadi · Explore the former Marin shipyard at your own pace and watch demonstrations of wood steaming and shaping. · Free. No registration required. · No booking required, special opening.

Centre d’Interprétation de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine Les Récollets - Errekoletoak — 2 Quai François Turnaco, 64500 Ciboure

• Sat. 19 10am-6pm · Sun. 20 10am-6pm — "Women of the Port" exhibition · Until the 1960s, women were kept away from navigation and fishing. · Free. No registration required. · No booking required, special opening. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.
• Sat. 19 10am-6pm · Sun. 20 10am-6pm — Self-guided tour at Les Récollets · Films, interactive games, soundtracks, models, and materials to handle will allow visitors to discover the 400-year history of this iconic site, as well as the adventure… · Saturday and Sunday: 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 6pm / Free, no registration required. · No booking required, special opening. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.
• Sat. 19 10am-6pm · Sun. 20 10am-6pm — Exhibition: "Friendly Walls, Basque pelota frontons" · Photographic heritage is in the spotlight. Through the lens of Jean-Jacques Ader, the CIAP invites you to discover the "Friendly Walls" exhibition, a sensitive dive into the history of… · Free. No registration required. · No booking required, special opening. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.
• Sat. 19 3pm-4:30pm — Sound imprint · workshop / demonstration · The Des Vents & Marées company offers a live radio broadcast to give a voice to those who live, observe, study, and tell stories about the shores and the depths… · Free. No registration required. · No booking required, special opening, first-time participant. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.
• Sun. 20 2pm-5:30pm — Meet photographer Jean-Jacques Ader for his photo exhibition "Friendly Walls, Basque pelota frontons" · Photographic heritage is in the spotlight. Through the lens of Jean-Jacques Ader, the CIAP invites you to discover the "Friendly Walls" exhibition, a sensitive dive into the history of… · Free. No registration required. · No booking required, special opening, first-time participant. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.

Digue du marégraphe — Digue du marégraphe Socoa, 64500 Ciboure

• Sat. 19 10am-12pm, 2pm-5pm — Self-guided tour "The Socoa tide gauge" · The first tide gauge was installed in 1875 on the north breakwater of the Socoa port. Discover its history as well as that of the "Brillié" type tide gauge, which remained in service from 1951 to 2000. · Free. No booking required. · Special opening.

Feu de Ciboure — 1 avenue Jean Jaurès, 64500 Ciboure

• Sat. 19 9:30am-12:30pm — Guided tour "The Ciboure upstream lighthouse" · guided tour · Discover the history of this navigation aid, built in 1870 and then transformed in 1937 by architect André Pavlovsky. · Free. Booking required. · Info: 05 54 81 07 40
• Sat. 19 2pm-5pm — Self-guided tour "The Ciboure upstream lighthouse" · Discover the history of this navigation aid, built in 1870 and then transformed in 1937 by architect André Pavlovsky. Self-guided tour, no access to the lens. · Free. No booking required.

Fort de Socoa — Avenue du Commandant Passicot, 64500 Ciboure

• Sat. 19 2:30pm-4pm · Sun. 20 10am-11:30am, 2:30pm-4pm — Guided tour of Fort de Socoa: "the guardian of the bay" · Access the grounds of Fort de Socoa with guides from the Pays d'art et d'histoire and discover the history of this iconic site in the bay. · Free. Registration required at the CIAP or tourist offices. · Booking required, special opening. · Info: 05 59 47 64 56

La tour de Bordagain — 1 rue de la tour, 64500 Ciboure

• Sat. 19 2:30pm-4:30pm — Self-guided tour "The Bordagain Tower" · The Bordagain Tower invites you to discover a 360° panorama of the Basque Coast. From its summit, admire the bay of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, the ocean, and the surrounding mountains. · Free. Open access. No booking required. · Special opening.

Maison des Blocs - Chai Egiategia — 5 bis chemin des Blocs, 64500 Ciboure

• Sat. 19 11am-12pm, 2pm-3pm — Guided tour: discovery of the Maison des Blocs - Egiategia · Enjoy a guided tour of the house, followed by a tasting. As the place where the first blocks used to build the breakwaters were created, the site invites you to relive this adventure… · €5 to be paid on site. Free for under 16s. Prior registration mandatory at Tourist Offices - online https://www.saint-jean-de-luz.com/. Limited places. · Booking required, special opening. · Info: 05 59 26 03 16

Phare de Socoa — 28 rue du Phare, 64500 Ciboure

• Sat. 19 2:30pm-5:30pm — Special opening of the Socoa lighthouse! · guided tour · Enjoy privileged access to the walkway and the lighthouse lens. Discover the maritime beaconing of the Saint-Jean-de-Luz–Ciboure bay, as well as the challenges related to the retreat of the… · Free. Booking required. · Special opening. · Info: 05 54 81 07 40

Sémaphore de Socoa — 6 Rue du Sémaphore, 64500 Ciboure

• Sat. 19 10am-12pm, 2pm-5pm · Sun. 20 10am-12pm, 2pm-5pm — Self-guided tour "The Socoa semaphore" · Once again this year, the semaphore is exceptionally opening its doors to the public. Climb the steps of its 24-meter-high tower and enjoy a 360° panorama from the top… · Free. Booking required at the CIAP or Tourist Offices. · Special opening. · Info: 05 59 47 64 56

Coarraze

Larrousse Weaving Workshop — 19 rue Louis Barthou, 64800 Coarraze

• Sat 19th 10am-12pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun 20th 10am-12pm, 2pm-6pm — Guided tour of the Larrousse weaving workshop · workshop / demonstration · The Larrousse weaving mill was founded in 1919 by Valérien Larrousse, a former foreman at a local spinning mill. · Free admission. Guided tour of the workshop by reservation. Self-guided tour of the exhibition. · Free, special opening.

Conchez-de-Béarn

Moulin de Sabathier — 735 chemin du Moulin 64330, Conchez-de-Béarn

• Sun 20th 9:30am-6pm — European Heritage Day at the Moulin de Sabathier · workshop / demonstration · Visit the Moulin de Sabathier with a flour milling demonstration. From 9:30am to 11:00am, enjoy the “Millers’ Brunch”: pork pâté, mushroom omelet, sheep’s cheese, bread from… · Please wear sneakers for the walk to the dike. · Reservation required. · Info: 06 02 67 25 32

Eaux-Bonnes

Municipality of Eaux-Bonnes — Le bourg, 64440 Eaux-Bonnes

• Sat 19th 2pm-8pm · Sun 20th 8am-6pm — Eaux-Bonnes through the eyes of a photographer and an author · self-guided tour · Heritage and artistic trail in Eaux-Bonnes. Follow a path through the town featuring photographs by Emma Barthère and texts by Patrick Marty, created during their residency… · Free. No reservation required. · Special opening.
• Sat 19th 4pm-6pm — Poetic and Romantic Eaux-Bonnes · guided tour · Guided tour of Eaux-Bonnes. A major center for Pyrenean thermalism, long frequented by the aristocracy, the town of Eaux-Bonnes has committed to an urban renewal process… · Free. No reservation required.
• Sun 20th 10am-12pm — [Guided Tour] Poetic Eaux-Bonnes · guided tour · Guided tour of Eaux-Bonnes. A major center for Pyrenean thermalism, long frequented by the aristocracy, the town of Eaux-Bonnes has committed to an urban renewal process… · Free. No reservation required.

Garlin

Gérard Hourugou Museum of Old Tools — 1 chemin de Petelabat, 64330 GARLIN

• Sat 19th 10am-6pm · Sun 20th 10am-6pm — Guided tour of an antique tool museum · exhibition · Visit a collection of antique tools related to agriculture and crafts. · Free. · Accessibility: motor disability.

Gelos

Jean-Pierre Poisson Studio — 10 impasse Henri IV, 64110 Gelos

• Sat 19th 9:30am-7pm · Sun 20th 9:30am-7pm — Visit the studio-gallery (150 paintings) of an internationally renowned artist whose work has been sold at Christie's in Hong Kong · workshop / demonstration · Jean-Pierre Poisson, who has been painting and playing the piano since age 7, improvises on canvas just as he does on the piano, using Chinese calligraphy brushes and color pigments in… · Free. Easy parking. · Special opening.

Laurent Fenneteau Studio — 10 impasse Henri IV, 64110 Gelos

• Fri 18th 9am-7pm · Sat 19th 9am-7pm · Sun 20th 12pm-7pm — Visit the Laurent Fenneteau studio · workshop / demonstration · Laurent Fenneteau, conservation and restoration of furniture and art objects. As part of the 2026 European Heritage Days, Laurent Fenneteau’s studio opens its doors to the public… · Free.

Gelos-Pau National Stud Farm — 1 rue du Maréchal Leclerc, 64110 Gelos

• Sat 19th 10am-6:30pm · Sun 20th 10am-6:30pm — Exhibition "Le Carrefour des Arts" · On the occasion of the special opening of the Gelos National Stud Farm to the public, discover the 18th edition of the "Le Carrefour des Arts" exhibition. · Free. · Special opening.

Tout-y-croît — 97 chemin de chatieu, 64110 Gelos

• Sat 19th 11am-12pm, 4pm-5pm · Sun 20th 11am-12pm, 4pm-5pm — Guided tour of the Château de Tout-y-Croît · guided tour · In the heart of the Vallée Heureuse in Gelos, the Château de Tout-y-Croît opens its doors and part of its grounds to the public for the first time. · Free. Reservation required. Limited to 30 people per tour. · Special opening, first-time participant.

Gestas

Gestas Bridge — Chemin du Saison, 64190 Gestas

• Sun 20th 2:30pm-6:30pm — Along the bridges: travel through the history of the Saison valley · guided tour · Discover the Gestas bridge, an iconic site in the Saison valley, for the European Heritage Days. · Free. · Adults only.

Guiche

Guiche Town Center — 64520 Guiche

• Sat 19th 3pm-4:15pm, 4:30pm-5:40pm — Guided tour: Guiche Town Center · The route leads to the heart of the town, its old houses, and its iconic landmarks. · Free.

Guiche — Chemin de la Cale d'Harriet, 64520 Guiche

• Sun 20th 3pm-4:15pm, 4:30pm-5:45pm — Guided tour: Port, village, and castle · The tour takes you from the port of the Bidouze to the village and the castle, three iconic sites that bear witness to the town's development and history over the centuries. · Free.

Gurs

Gurs Camp — Gurs Camp Memorial, 64190 Gurs

• Sun 20th 3pm-6pm — Guided tour of Gurs Camp · guided tour · Discover the history of Gurs Camp through a free guided tour and a slideshow projection in one of the camp's former barracks. · Free.

Hagetaubin

Verresatine et Verrehaget — 1285 chemin de Pintou, 64370 Hagetaubin

• Fri 18th 9am-10am, 10:30am-11:30am · Sat 19th 9:30am-10:30am — Verresatine: guided workshop tour (torch-blown glass) · workshop / demonstration · During this guided tour, be captivated by the dance of the flame and discover the precise movements that bring glass to life. · Free. Reservation required – limited spots. · Special opening. · Info: [email protected] / 0559675150

Hendaye

Sainte-Anne Church — 38 Père Paul Simon, 64700 Hendaye

• Sat 19th 4pm-5:30pm — Lecture on Master André Marchal · The story of Master André MARCHAL by Etienne ROUSSEAU-PLOTTO. The famous organist André MARCHAL (1894-1980) was a student of Gigout at the Paris Conservatory. · Free. Reservation required. Limited to 60 people. · Info: [email protected]

Abbadia Castle Observatory — 27 Route de la Corniche, 64700 Hendaye

• Sat 19th 10:30am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun 20th 10:30am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm — Guided tour: European Heritage Days at Abbadia · Discover Abbadia, the Castle-Observatory, during a 45-minute guided tour at a special rate. · Adults: €6.50 / Children and disability card holders: €4.90 / Under 6: free / Park access: free - RESERVATION MANDATORY. · Reservation required.

Halles Gaztelu — Rue du Vieux Fort, 60290 Hendaye

• Sun 20th 10am-11:30am, 4pm-5:30pm — Guided tour of the remains of the Andaye fort · Visit the remains of the Andaye fort. Take a guided stroll around the ruins of the Andaye fort and discover the history of this heritage site. · Free. Open access. · Special opening.

Villa Mauresque — 4 rue des Pêcheurs, 64700 Hendaye

• Sat 19th 6pm-7pm — Guided tour: Villa Mauresque · For the 2026 European Heritage Days, three tours of the Villa Mauresque and its garden will be offered on Saturday, September 19th and Sunday, September 20th. · Free. Reservation required. 30 people maximum. · Special opening. · Info: 05 59 20 00 34

Pheasant Island — 64700 Hendaye

• Sat 19th 10am-12:30pm, 4:30pm-7pm — Lecture: Pheasant Island, Island of Peace · Pheasant Island, Island of Peace. Despite the major role it played in the history of peace in Europe and the illustrious figures it has hosted, Pheasant Island is gradually losing its… · Free. · First-time participant.

Irissarry

Moulin Pagosuneko Eihera — 4310 Route du Baigura, 64780 Irissarry

• Sat 19th 10am-5:30pm · Sun 20th 10am-5:30pm — Guided tour of the Pagosuneko Eihera mill · Free guided tour of the mill, accompanied by a tasting of talos, Basque flatbreads made from corn flour produced on-site. · Free guided tour. Talos and drinks available at reasonable prices. · Special opening.

Ospitalea - Commanderie d’Irissarry — Le Bourg, 64780 Irissarry

• Fri 18th 6pm-7pm · Sat 19th 4:30pm-5:30pm · Sun 20th 3pm-4pm — Discover the "Mitologia: On the Paths of Basque Legends" exhibition on a guided tour · Entering "Mitologia" means stepping into a world rich in stories and symbols. During this guided tour, mythological figures come to life and stories intertwine… · Free. Open entry.
• Sat 19th 11am-12pm · Sun 20th 11am-12pm, 4:30pm-5:30pm — Visit the former Commandery of the Knights Hospitaller · guided tour · Accompanied by a heritage guide, discover the history of this commandery founded by the Knights of the Order of Malta. · Free.
• Sat 19th 12pm-12:15pm, 4:15pm-4:30pm — Impromptus by the Maurice Ravel Conservatory (Festival OFF) · show / concert · Throughout the day, the "Impromptus" extend the experience of the Ravel Festival's Off program in the heart of Ospitalea. · Free.
• Sat 19th 3pm-4pm — "Mitologia" Escape Game · game / escape game · Behind the "Mitologia" exhibition at Ospitalea lies an urgent mission: every hundred years, a breach opens between our world and that of legendary creatures. · From €8, ages 6 and up, limited to 8 people.
• Sat 19th 3pm-4pm — Concert by the Maurice Ravel Conservatory (Festival OFF) · show / concert · Music takes center stage with this concert presented as part of the Ravel Festival's Off program. · Free. Limited to 60 people.

L'Hôpital-Saint-Blaise

Église de L'Hôpital-Saint-Blaise — 60 rue du Lausset, 64130 L'Hôpital-saint-Blaise

• Sat 19th 10:30am-5:30pm · Sun 20th 10:30am-5:30pm — An exceptional journey through 900 years of history: "Crossing the Centuries" exhibition · "Crossing the Centuries" exhibition. Immerse yourself in the restoration of the building through a captivating exhibition tracing the steps, challenges, and discoveries that made it possible to… · Free. Open entry. 60 people maximum. · No booking required, first-time participating venue.
• Sat 19th 10:30am-5:30pm · Sun 20th 10:30am-5:30pm — An exceptional journey through 900 years of history: self-guided tour of the water mill · The water mill: a rare witness to the past. On-site, you can also visit the water mill, a former annex of the commandery. · Free. Open entry. 60 people maximum. · No booking required, special opening, first-time participating venue.
• Sat 19th 11:30am-12pm, 2:30pm-3pm, 4:30pm-5pm · Sun 20th 11:30am-12pm, 2:30pm-3pm, 5:30pm-6pm — An exceptional journey through 900 years of history: guided tour of the Romanesque church · guided tour · Guided tour of the Romanesque church. The church of L'Hôpital‑Saint‑Blaise opens its doors wide and invites you to live a unique experience, between architectural discovery and immersion… · Free. Open entry. 60 people maximum. · No booking required, special opening. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.
• Sat 19th 12pm-12:20pm, 3pm-3:20pm, 5pm-5:20pm · Sun 20th 12pm-12:20pm, 3pm-3:20pm, 6pm-6:20pm — Projection: an exceptional journey through 900 years of history · Immersive 3D Mapping show. Let yourself be carried away by a grandiose visual spectacle: the history and architecture of the church come to life before your eyes, thanks to a 3D projection… · No booking required. 60 people maximum. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.

La Bastide-Clairence

Bibliothèque — 40 place des Arceaux, 64240 La Bastide-Clairence

• Sat 19th 11am-12pm — Our family photos: from private heritage to collective heritage. Tracing the daily memory of La Bastide-Clairence · workshop / demonstration · To celebrate the Bicentenary of Photography during the European Heritage Days, we are moving beyond "postcard" clichés to explore your hidden treasures! · Open to everyone, ages 12 and up. Come with one or two personal photos. You are also welcome if you are not from the village, to discover the importance of personal photos for our shared heritage. · Free.

Laàs

Musée du Château de Laàs — Domaine du Château de Laàs, 64390 Laàs

• Sat 19th 11am-4pm · Sun 20th 11am-4pm — Travel back in time with the "Photos of the park through time" exhibition at the Château de Laàs · The Château des Énigmes team invites you to discover the evolution of the park through vintage photographs. · Preferential rate. Limited to 25 people. · Declared accessibility: intellectual, hearing, visual, psychological, and motor disabilities.

Labastide-Cézeracq

Musée : «Les outils d'autrefois - La boîte à souvenirs» — 33 bis carrère de Cap Sus, 64170 Labastide Cézeracq

• Fri 18th 2pm-6pm · Sat 19th 9am-6pm · Sun 20th 9am-6pm — Exhibition on the trades and life of yesteryear · Presentation of objects, tools, and documents testifying to the artisanal and rural life of a not-so-distant past. Self-guided or guided tour depending on the number of visitors. · No limit for the free tour, donations accepted. · No booking required.

Labastide-Villefranche

Château Bijou — 77 D936, 64270 Labastide-Villefranche

• Sat 19th 4pm-9pm — Guided tour of Petit Bijou and the village · 4pm: guided tour of "Petit Bijou," the former greenhouses of Château Bijou, as well as the village of Labastide-Villefranche. The tour will be followed by a photography exhibition. · Voluntary contribution. Guided tour by reservation. · Info: 06 09 82 03 37
• Sun 20th 10am-5:30pm — Guided tour of Petit Bijou and the village · 10am and 3pm: guided tours of "Petit Bijou," the former greenhouses of Château Bijou, as well as the village of Labastide-Villefranche. · Voluntary contribution. Guided tour by reservation. · Info: 06 09 82 03 37

Lacommande

Ancienne commanderie — 380 Labourdenne, 64360 Lacommande

• Sat 19th 2pm-6pm · Sun 20th 2pm-6pm — [Self-guided tour] The Parenthèse: a historical and sensory getaway · The visit is experienced as much as it is discovered. Let yourself be surprised by the "silent room," a unique space where silence becomes substance. · Free. By reservation. · Info: 06 31 20 48 89
• Sat 19th 3pm-6pm — Talk: Ossau transhumance and its winter routes · lecture · By Jean-Claude Lassègues. The Ossau transhumance to the plains is no longer done on foot, and the paths once taken by the herds are gradually falling into oblivion. · Free. No booking required.

Lahonce

Église Notre-Dame — 700 Avenue de l'Abbaye, 64990 Lahonce

• Fri 18th 10am-12pm, 2pm-5:30pm · Sat 19th 10am-12pm, 2pm-6:30pm · Sun 20th 9:30am-1pm, 2pm-6:30pm — The history of a restoration and the restoration of a History · guided tour · As part of the "Look Up" operation, we offer a tour of the site adapted to the teacher's educational project. · Free. Open entry. · No booking required. · Declared accessibility: motor disability.

Larressore

ALKI — 133 Pelenborda Lan Eremuko Bidea, 64480 Larressore

• Sat 19, 6pm-9pm — Guided tour: France Design Week inauguration · To mark France Design Week 2026 and as part of the European Heritage Days, Alki is opening its Larressore workshop doors to host the inauguration of... · Free. · Reservation required.

Atelier Ainciart Bergara — 75 Plazako bidea, 64480 Larressore

• Fri 18, 9am-12pm, 2pm-6pm · Sat 19, 9am-12pm, 2pm-5pm — Demonstration: Discovering the makhila · workshop / demonstration · Come and discover the makhila, the iconic walking stick of the Basque Country. The visit begins in the exhibition space located opposite the workshop. · Free. · Accessibility: mobility impaired.

Lasseube

Église de l'Assomption — 852 Route de Bélair 64290 Lasseube

• Sat 19, 10am-12pm — Heritage Coffee: "Preserving and promoting liturgical collections" · lecture · Heritage coffee: preserving and promoting sacred objects. Since the law separating Churches and the State, sacred objects and priestly vestments dating from before 1905... · Free. Open entry. · No reservation required.

Lay-Lamidou

Village de Lay Lamidou — 64190 Lay-Lamidou

• Sun 20, 3:30pm-5pm — Guided tour of Lay-Lamidou village: "Once upon a time in the village" · A stroll through the village with Bernard Desbonnet to discover its remarkable houses and buildings, punctuated by anecdotes about the events that shaped its history. · Free. · Adult audience.

Lescar

Cité historique de Lescar — Place Royale, 64230 Lescar

• Sat 19, 1:30pm-4:30pm · Sun 20, 1:30pm-4:30pm — Guided tour: Notre-Dame de l'Assomption · guided tour · A guided tour of the former Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption Cathedral, following two years of work dedicated to the complete restoration of its roof. · Free.

Lons

Musée mémorial des parachutistes — Chemin d'Astra, 64140 Lons

• Sat 19, 10am-6pm · Sun 20, 10am-6pm — Self-guided tour: Dive into the world of military parachuting! · The Paratrooper Museum offers a rich program of activities: self-guided tours of the collections, parachute jump simulation from an aircraft, virtual reality experiences... · Free. No reservation required. · Accessibility: mobility impaired.

Lucq-de-Béarn

Maison Espalanusse — 338 chemin de Bernateix, 64360 Lucq-de-Béarn

• Fri 18, 10am-12pm, 2pm-6pm · Sat 19, 10am-12pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun 20, 10am-12pm, 2pm-4pm — Tour of the Béarnais farmstead restoration project · guided tour · What if history wasn't just found in castles? We often celebrate grand stones, castles, abbeys, and seats of power. · Free. · Special opening.

Monein

Église Saint-Girons — 58 rue du commerce, 64360 Monein

• Sat 19, 11am-12:15pm, 3pm-4:15pm — Guided tour of the largest Gothic church in Béarn and its timber frame! · Discover Saint-Girons Church, the history of its construction, its unique features, and its painted decor. After climbing 72 steps, you will reach its majestic timber frame. · Free. Reservation mandatory. 72 steps to climb. 1h15 tour. Limited to 19 people. · Info: [email protected] / 05 59 12 30 40
• Sat 19, 5pm-5:45pm · Sun 20, 1:30pm-5pm — Flash guided tour of a unique timber frame in France · guided tour · Come and discover the timber frame and its unique features through the guide's explanations. · Free. Reservation mandatory. Limited to 19 people per tour. 72 steps to climb. · Info: [email protected] / 05 59 12 30 40
• Sun 20, 5:30pm-6:30pm — "German Romantic Music" concert · show / concert · From Franz Schubert to Johannes Brahms, Pascale Verdier, artistic director of the Pau Pays de Béarn Orchestra Choir (OPPB), invites you to discover the various facets of... · Full price: 20€ | Reduced price (under 26, job seekers, people with reduced mobility): 15€ | Under 12: Free. Unassigned seating. · Reservation required. · Info: 05 59 12 30 40

Morlaàs

Mairie de Morlaàs — Place Sainte-Foy, 64160 Morlaàs

• Sat 19, 10am-6pm · Sun 20, 10am-6pm — Meet heritage artisans and attend lectures · self-guided tour · The Art, Culture and Heritage Association of the Morlaàs region and the Morlaàs Town Hall Culture Commission have teamed up to offer an exceptional weekend dedicated to heritage... · Free. No reservation required.

Syndicat du tourisme Nord Béarn — 10C Place Sainte-Foy 64160 Morlaàs

• Sat 19, 9:30am-12pm — A stroll between heritage & gourmet treats in Morlaàs, the historic capital of Béarn · circuit / walk · Start your morning with a gourmet break, tasting a local fruit juice accompanied by the famous Amélie pastis, this golden and irresistibly delicious Béarnais brioche... · Free. 2km circuit. Limited to 15 people. Reservation required by 12:30pm the day before. · Adult audience. · Info: [email protected] / 05 59 33 62 25

Navarrenx

Chemin des palombières — Chemin des Palombières, 64190 Navarrenx

• Sat 19, 9:30am-12pm — Discovering mushrooms of the old-growth forests · circuit / walk · In a forest plot identified by the Conservatory of Natural Spaces as a "pre-old-growth forest," an entire ecosystem has been developing for over 100 years. · Free. Reservation required. Limited to 20 people. · Info: 06 88 87 57 34
• Sat 19, 9:30am-12pm — Mushroom foraging outing · guided tour · Set off to discover the mushrooms of a "pre-old-growth forest"! In the heart of a forest plot identified by the Conservatory of Natural Spaces as a "pre-old-growth forest," a... · Free. Limited to 20 people.

Nay

Atelier Le Soulor — Place Maréchal de Lattre de Tassigny, 64800 Nay

• Fri. 18 2pm-6pm — Tour of the Le Soulor workshop, one of the last remaining shoemakers in France · workshop / demonstration · Founded in 1925 and located in Nay, along the banks of the Gave de Pau, Le Soulor has been handcrafting mountain, city, and work shoes for a century. · Free. Open access. · Special opening. · Accessibility: motor disability.

La Minoterie - Association Nayart — 22 Chemin de la Minoterie, 64800, Nay

• Fri. 18 10am-7pm · Sat. 19 3pm-7pm · Sun. 20 3pm-7pm — Visit the Minoterie: three spaces to discover (art library, exhibition, Chahab's studio) · Chahab and the Nayart association welcome you to the Minoterie for the European Heritage Days and offer a tour of the site. · Free. · No booking required.

Maison Carrée — Place de la République, 64800 Nay

• Sat. 19 11am-11:45am, 3pm-3:45pm · Sun. 20 11am-11:45am — Guided tours: Modern Times, Jean Dieuzaide · guided tour · Let yourself be guided on a journey through time featuring 60 original photographic prints by the famous photographer Jean Dieuzaide. · Price: €5. Reduced rate: €3.30. No booking required.
• Sat. 19 7pm-9pm — "Atout Chœur" Choir · show / concert · Come and share a vocal and instrumental moment featuring a diverse program spanning the ages in the iconic courtyard of the Maison Carrée. · Preferential rate. Booking required. 85 seats maximum. · Info: +33 (0)5 59 13 99 65
• Sun. 20 2pm-3:45pm — Play: "On ne badine pas avec l’amour" (No Trifling with Love), Émilie Lacoste · show / concert · Between consuming passion, pride, and disillusionment, Alfred de Musset's masterpiece comes to life under the direction of Émilie Lacoste and four young actors from the Théâtre National… · Preferential rate. No booking required. · Info: [email protected] / +33 (0)5 59 13 99 65

Musée du béret — Place Saint-Roch, 64800 Nay

• Sat. 19 9:30am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun. 20 2pm-6pm — Self-guided tour of the Beret Museum · A history: Originally an attribute of the Ossau shepherd, the beret has crossed eras and uses. · Free.
• Sat. 19 3pm-4pm · Sun. 20 3pm-4pm — Guided tour of the Beret Museum · guided tour · A history: Originally an attribute of the Ossau shepherd, the beret has crossed eras and uses. · Free.

Oloron-Sainte-Marie

Église Sainte-Croix — Place Menjoulet 64400 Oloron-Sainte-Marie

• Sat. 19 2pm-4pm — Self-guided tour of the Sainte-Croix Church · guided tour · An initial restoration of the church was sharply criticized by Prosper Mérimée. In 1852, Father Menjoulet, having become the parish priest, undertook his own work which profoundly transformed… · Free. · Adult audience.
• Sun. 20 2pm-4pm — Guided tour: "Tracing the lost organs of Oloron" · Discovery of the organs of the Sainte-Croix Church and the former seminary on Rue Adoue. · Free.
• Sun. 20 4pm-5:30pm — Guided tour: "The Hispano-Moorish dome of the Sainte-Croix Church" · While the Sainte-Croix Church in Oloron is indeed Romanesque in style, its astonishing dome may have been inspired by the architecture of Muslim Andalusia or, perhaps, Armenia… · Free.

Église Sainte-Lucie de Soeix — Rue Sainte-Lucie, 64400 Oloron-Sainte-marie

• Fri. 18 10am-12pm — Guided tour: restoration and creation of stained glass in a preserved church · guided tour · In 2017, the collapse of part of the ceiling, caused by the dilapidated state of the roof, led to the creation of the Sauvegarde de l’église de Soeix association. · Free.

Auditorium Bedat — Rue des gaves 64400 Oloron-Sainte-Marie

• Fri. 18 6pm-8pm — Screening: "Gurs, banalité du mal ?" · "Gurs, banalité du mal ?", a documentary directed by Pierre Vidal. Screening followed by a debate, organized by the Terres de mémoires et de luttes association. · Free. · Adult audience.
• Sat. 19 4pm-7pm — Screening: "La rivière" · Screening of "La Rivière" by D. Marchais, followed by a debate with Philippe Garcia (DMA). The Gaves are in peril. · Free.

Cathédrale Sainte-Marie — Place de la Cathédrale, 64400 Oloron-Sainte-Marie

• Sat. 19 3pm-5pm — Presentation of the Sainte-Marie Cathedral organ · guided tour · Guided tour of the cathedral organ. Organized by Oloron.Orgues, this tour invites you to discover the history of the organ, the secrets of its construction, and the richness of its… · Free.

Chapelle du Faget — 250 cami dera serre 64400 Oloron Sainte-Marie

• Sun. 20 2pm-5pm — Self-guided tour of the Notre-Dame du Faget chapel · Located at the top of a ridge in the hamlet of Faget, this small chapel offers a splendid view of the Pyrenees mountain range, just a stone's throw from the Jurançon vineyards. · Free. · Special opening.

Maison du patrimoine — 52 rue Dalmais 64400 Oloron-Sainte-Marie

• Sat. 19 10am-12pm, 2pm-5:30pm · Sun. 20 10am-12pm, 2pm-5:30pm — Exhibition of works by Julius Turner, a painter interned at the Gurs camp · Julius Turner, a German painter interned at the Gurs camp, created about forty watercolors and wash drawings there. His works constitute a sensitive testimony of his experience within the camp. · Free. · First-time participating venue.
• Sat. 19 10am-12pm, 2pm-5:30pm · Sun. 20 10am-12pm, 2pm-5:30pm — Self-guided tour of the Maison du patrimoine · Archaeology, ethnography, paintings, Gurs camp museum… At the Maison du patrimoine, set off to discover the history of the region through rich and varied collections. · Free.
• Sat. 19 3pm-4:30pm — Guided tour: "Christian art: from darkness to light" · P.-L. Giannerini, the exhibition's curator, will guide you along this archaeological itinerary highlighting the art of the early Christians, from the Pyrenees to the Mediterranean. · Free.

Place Saint-Pierre — Place Saint-Pierre 64400 Oloron Sainte-Marie

• Sat. 19 10am-12pm — Guided tour: "Discovering the Sainte-Croix district in the 16th century" · Oloron, 16th century! Feel the thrill of black powder and witness fencing duels. · Free. · First-time participating venue.

Salle du bel automne — Rue Sadi Carnot 64400 Oloron-Sainte-Marie

• Sat. 19 5pm-7pm — Musical tribute: Navarròt, a free and committed Béarnais · show / concert · A musical tribute presented by the Transmetem association. After the assassination of the heir to the throne, Navarròt, then 21, wrote "Lo rei-petit," a song in which he mocks… · Free.

Tour de Grède — 50 rue Dalmais, 64400 Oloron-Sainte-Marie

• Sat. 19 10am-12pm, 2pm-5:30pm · Sun. 20 10am-12pm, 2pm-5:30pm — Self-guided tour of the Tour de Grède · For the European Heritage Days, enjoy the special opening of this 14th-century tower. From its summit, admire a 360° panorama of the surrounding area. · Free.

Orthez

Église Saint-Pierre — Place Saint Pierre, 64300 Orthez

• Fri. 18th, 8pm-9pm — Theatrical performance: Don Quixote · show / concert · La Compagnie de la Saligue presents a faithful adaptation of Cervantes' famous novel, written by Mireille Lafitte and performed by five actors. · Free admission (donations welcome). Doors open at 7:30pm. · Free, no booking required.
• Sat. 19th, 10am-12pm, 3pm-5pm — Guided tour of Saint-Pierre Church · guided tour · Saint-Pierre Church was built between the late 13th and early 15th centuries, when Orthez was the capital of the Viscounty of Béarn. · Free. Meet under the church porch. · No booking required.
• Sat. 19th, 2pm-6pm · Sun. 20th, 11:45am-12:30pm — Guided tour: Discovering a Cavaillé-Coll organ · Presentation of the 1870 instrument, followed by an introduction to liturgical accompaniment by Lionel Saraiva. · Free. No booking required.

Arènes du Pesqué — Avenue du Pesqué 64300 Orthez

• Sun. 20th, 10:15am-11:30am — Unique guided tour of the Orthez bullring · guided tour · Dive into the heart of the Arènes du Pesqué. The Club taurin du Pesqué invites you to a unique tour of the arena to discover the history of the site and the traditions of bullfighting. · Free. Booking mandatory. · Info: [email protected] / 05 59 12 30 40

Château Moncade — 83 Rue Moncade, 64300 Orthez

• Sat. 19th, 10am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun. 20th, 10am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm — Self-guided tour of the residence of the Viscounts of Béarn · The Château Moncade is an iconic monument of Orthez. Its keep, the only remaining part of the former fortress, overlooks the town and offers an exceptional panorama. · Free. Open access. · No booking required.
• Sat. 19th, 3pm-4pm — Theatrical performance: From Fébus to Henri de Navarre, a burlesque history of Béarn (part 1) · show / concert · The Compagnie du Préau will perform two theatrical entertainments in the very places where the characters lived. · Free. Open access. · No booking required, adult audience.

Cours de la maison Jeanne d'Albret — 1 avenue de la Moutète 64300 Orthez

• Sat. 19th, 4pm-5pm — Theatrical performance: From Fébus to Henri de Navarre, a burlesque history of Béarn (part 2) · show / concert · The Compagnie du Préau will perform two theatrical entertainments in the very places where the characters lived. · Free. Open access. · No booking required, adult audience.

Maison Chrestia — 7 avenue Francis-Jammes, 64300 Orthez

• Sat. 19th, 10am-6pm · Sun. 20th, 10am-6pm — Visit the Maison Chrestia, where poet Francis Jammes lived from 1897 to 1907. Exhibitions. Calligram-signature workshop. · Discover the exhibition "Francis Jammes at the time of the Maison Chrestia, 1897-1907" and take part in a calligram-signature workshop. · Free admission. · Accessibility: hearing impaired, visually impaired, physically disabled.

Musée Jeanne d'Albret — 37 Rue Bourg-Vieux, 64300 Orthez

• Sat. 19th, 10am-1pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun. 20th, 10am-1pm, 2pm-6pm — Self-guided tour: Jeanne d'Albret and her legacy in Béarn · The new exhibition route takes you through five centuries of history, from the 16th to the 20th century. · Free.
• Sat. 19th, 11am-11:30am, 12pm-12:30pm, 3pm-3:30pm, 4pm-4:30pm, 5pm-5:30pm · Sun. 20th, 11am-11:30am, 12pm-12:30pm, 3pm-3:30pm, 4pm-4:30pm, 5pm-5:30pm — Guided tour: Inventing the view of the Pyrenees in the 19th century · The Pyrenees mountains were "discovered" in the 19th century. Long considered inhospitable, they became a fantastic field for exploration and scientific study. · Free. Limited to 10 people per session.

Office de tourisme Orthez — 1 rue des Jacobins, 64300 Orthez

• Sun. 20th, 2:30pm-4:30pm — Guided tour of Orthez, former capital of the Viscounty of Béarn · circuit / walk · Explore old Orthez and discover the town's medieval heritage, Béarnais architecture, and the figures who shaped its history, from Gaston Fébus to Jeanne d’Albret. · Free. Booking mandatory. 2-hour walking tour. 2km route. · Info: [email protected] / 05 59 12 30 40

Temple protestant — 19 Place De La Poustelle, 64300 Orthez

• Sat. 19th, 10am-12pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun. 20th, 2pm-6pm — Discover a Protestant temple and visit the "Green Church" exhibition · Step inside this Protestant temple, listed as a historical monument since 2013. The austerity characteristic of the site contrasts with the Baroque organ installed in 1996. · Free. No booking required.
• Sat. 19th, 2pm-6pm · Sun. 20th, 2pm-6pm — Guided tour: Discovering a Pesce organ · Presentation of this 1996 instrument, followed by a performance of several Baroque and modern pieces by Olivier Pezé. · Free. No booking required.

Tissage Moutet — 85 rue du souvenir français, 64300 Orthez

• Sat. 19th, 10am-12pm, 2:30pm-5:30pm — Tissage Moutet: guided workshop tour · workshop / demonstration · During a guided tour, let yourself be carried away by the rhythm of the looms and discover the craftsmanship that brings our creations to life. · Free. Limited to 40 people. · Special opening, adult audience.

Ostabat-Asme

Chapelle d'Haranbeltz — Haranbeltzeko bidea, 64120 Ostabat-Asme

• Sun. 20th, 2pm-6pm — Guided tour of the Haranbeltz Chapel · guided tour · Discover the chapel during a guided tour dedicated to its architecture, paintings, and sculptures. · Free. Open access. · Special opening.
• Sun. 20th, 3pm-4pm — Special "children's" guided tour of the Haranbeltz Chapel · Discover the Haranbeltz Chapel during a tour specially adapted for children. · Free. Open access. · Special opening, young audience.

Préchacq-Josbaig

Église Saint-Pierre — 64190 Préchacq-Josbaig

• Fri. 18th, 5:30pm-7pm — Heritage Café: "Preserving protected and unprotected heritage" · conference · Heritage Café: preserving and restoring old buildings. Heritage preservation is the responsibility of both public authorities and private owners. · Free. No booking required.

Saint-Gladie-Arrive-Munein

Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste — Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste, 64390 Saint-Gladie-Arrive-Munein

• Sat. 19th, 8am-7pm · Sun. 20th, 8am-7pm — Self-guided tour of Saint-Jean-Baptiste Church · A fortified church, extensively remodeled in the 14th century, it is listed as a historical monument. · Free. Open access. · Accessibility: physically disabled.

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Citadelle de Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port — Collège la Citadelle, 64220 Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

• Sat. 19th, 2:30pm-3:30pm — Guided tour of the citadel · guided tour · Come and discover the strategic role and organization of this citadel, built in 1625 and later remodeled according to Vauban's recommendations. · Free. Limited to 40 people.

Office de Tourisme de Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port — Place Charles de Gaulle, 64220 Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

• Sat. 19th, 10:30am-12pm — Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port: before/after · guided tour · Throughout this guided tour, discover the history of the town through the centuries and its evolution to the present day. · Limited to 40 people. Free.

Saint-Jean-de-Luz

Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste — Rue Léon Gambetta, 64500 Saint-Jean-de-Luz

• Sat 19, 10:00 AM–11:30 AM — Guided tour: A balcony over the ocean, between riches and fragility · From the Archiloa cross to the Pointe Sainte-Barbe, let yourself be guided as you discover the natural, historical, and architectural heritage of the Basque coast. · Free. Registration required at the CIAP or tourist offices. · Booking required. · Info: 05 54 81 07 40
• Sat 19, 2:00 PM–6:00 PM — Guided tour of the Saint-Jean-de-Luz church bell tower · Join René Colonel, honorary architect of the Bâtiments de France, to climb the bell tower steps, explore the bell chamber, and enjoy a reading from the balcony... · Free. Registration required at the CIAP or tourist offices. · Booking required, special opening. · Info: 05 54 81 07 40
• Sun 20, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM — Guided tour of the gallery organ · Access the gallery organ of the Saint-Jean-de-Luz church and discover the centuries-old history of this instrument. · Free. Registration required at the CIAP or tourist offices. · Booking required, special opening. · Info: 05 54 81 07 40

BLEU La Galerie — 3 rue de l’Infante, 64500 Saint-Jean-de-Luz

• Sat 19, 10:00 AM–1:00 PM, 2:00 PM–7:00 PM · Sun 20, 10:00 AM–1:00 PM, 2:00 PM–7:00 PM — Self-guided tour: The Basque Country in the style of woodblock prints · Inspired by the style of the great Japanese print masters, Éric Bourdon invites you to explore the heart of the Basque Country and rediscover its gems through a fresh perspective. · Free. No booking required. · Special opening.

Club Ur Joko — 5 Rue Rodolphe Caillaux, 64500 Saint-Jean-de-Luz

• Sat 19, 2:00 PM–6:00 PM · Sun 20, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM — Exhibition: "The traînière, an old fishing boat" · Ur Joko Association. Discover a trainerilla, an old fishing boat now used as a sports vessel, on display at the port. · Free. No booking required. · Special opening.
• Sun 20, 9:00 AM–11:00 AM — Introductory outing on the traînière · Workshop / demonstration · Discover this former fishing boat, now used for sports. Why not try your hand at rowing a traînière? · Free. No booking required. · Special opening.

Jardin botanique — 31 rue Gaëtan de Bernoville, 64500 Saint-Jean-de-Luz

• Sat 19, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sun 20, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM — Discover the coastal botanical garden · Self-guided tour · The garden of useful plants, the botanical family labyrinth, and plants from five continents invite you on a true journey through the landscapes of the Basque Coast and the south... · Free. No booking required. · Special opening.

La rotonde — Place Maurice Ravel, 64500 Saint-Jean-de-Luz

• Sat 19, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2:30 PM–7:00 PM · Sun 20, 2:30 PM–7:00 PM — Exhibition: What the sea takes back · Through a series of intentionally altered silver gelatin photographs, this exhibition reveals the metamorphoses of the Basque coastline as it faces erosion and climate change. · Free. No booking required. · Special opening.

Lohobiague Enea - Maison Louis XIV — Place Louis XIV, 64500 Saint-Jean-de-Luz

• Sat 19, 9:15 AM–10:00 AM · Sun 20, 9:30 AM–10:15 AM — Discover a home that once hosted the young Louis XIV! · Guided tour · Lohobiague Enea, a shipowner's house at the heart of history. Lohobiague Enea, a grand shipowner's mansion emblematic of Saint-Jean-de-Luz's maritime past, opens its doors to you. · Free. Booking required at the tourist office. Limited to 20 people. Tour duration: 45 min. · Info: 05 59 26 03 16
• Sat 19, 9:15 AM–10:15 AM · Sun 20, 9:30 AM–10:30 AM — Guided tours of the Maison Louis XIV · Guided tour · Guided tour. Saturday: at 9:15 AM. Sunday: at 9:30 AM. Free, registration required at the CIAP or tourist offices. · Free. Booking required. · Special opening. · Info: 05 54 81 07 40
• Sat 19, 10:30 AM–11:30 AM — Lecture: "June 9, 1660 - Marriage of Louis XIV and Maria Theresa of Spain in Saint-Jean-de-Luz" · Great and small stories of an extraordinary event. On May 8, 1660, 22-year-old Louis XIV, followed by a procession of over 10,000 people, made a triumphant entry into Saint... · Price: €6. Booking required at the Maison Louis XIV. Limited to 20 people. Lecture duration: 60 min. · Adult audience. · Info: 06 79 12 23 75
• Sat 19, 10:30 AM–11:30 AM — Lecture: June 9, 1660 - Great and small stories of an extraordinary royal wedding · Lecture: "June 9, 1660, great and small stories of an extraordinary royal wedding". Saturday: at 10:30 AM. Price: €6, payable on-site. Booking mandatory at 06 79 12 23 75. · Booking required. · Special opening. · Info: 06 79 12 23 75
• Sat 19, 2:30 PM–6:00 PM · Sun 20, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2:30 PM–6:00 PM — Discover a 380-year-old family home · Self-guided tour · In the footsteps of Louis XIV: discover Lohobiague Enea. A family home steeped in history in the heart of Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Enter the intimacy of Lohobiague Enea, a grand house... · Adult price: €4, free for those under 18 and students (under 26). No booking required. Brochure provided to visitors (playful version adapted for children). Last entry: 30 min before closing.
• Sat 19, 2:30 PM–6:30 PM · Sun 20, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2:30 PM–6:30 PM — Self-guided tour: Come discover the Lohobiague-Enea, known as the Maison Louis XIV! · Louis XIV stayed for 40 days on the second floor, known as the "Master's floor," during his wedding in 1660. Self-guided tours and lectures offered by the owners. · Self-guided tours. Price: €4 payable on-site. Free for those under 18 and students. · No booking required, special opening.

Mairie de Saint-Jean-de-Luz — 1 place Louis XIV, 64500 Saint-Jean-de-Luz

• Sun 20, 10:30 AM–12:00 PM — Visit the town hall salons! · Self-guided tour · Built in 1656, the town hall houses part of the municipal collection. On the occasion of the special opening of the salons and the mayor's office, discover its antique furniture, its... · Free. No booking required. · Special opening.

Fishing Port — Quai Maréchal Leclerc, 64500 Saint-Jean-de-Luz

• Sat 19th 10am-12pm, 2pm-6pm — Guided tour of the boat: “Pierre Loti II, SNSM lifeboat” · Discover how the French National Society for Sea Rescue (SNSM) operates and meet the volunteers who will raise awareness about the dangers of the sea. · Free. No booking required. · Special opening.
• Sat 19th 10am-12pm · Sun 20th 10am-12pm — Self-guided tour of the “Alba” longboat · Association Trois-Mâts Basque. Step aboard the Alba, a reproduction of the steam-powered longboats that sailed the Basque Country in the early 20th century, for a trip around the bay. · Free. Booking required for bay trips at the associations' marquee. · Special opening.
• Sat 19th 2pm-6pm · Sun 20th 2pm-6pm — Bay trip aboard the “Alba” longboat · guided tour · Association Trois-Mâts Basque. Step aboard the Alba, a reproduction of the steam-powered longboats that sailed the Basque Country in the early 20th century, for a trip around the bay. · Free. Booking required for bay trips at the associations' marquee. · Special opening.
• Sat 19th 2pm-6pm · Sun 20th 10am-12pm, 2pm-6pm — Guided tour: sea excursion aboard the Brokoa longboat · Association Egurrezkoa. Head out to sea aboard the Brokoa, an identical reconstruction of a 19th-century longboat. Saturday: 2pm to 6pm. · Free. Registration required at the port, at the associations' marquee. · Booking required, special opening.
• Sun 20th 10am-6pm — Wooden boats: a heritage to discover · workshop / demonstration · Association Egurrezkoa. Meet the association members and chat about their passion for maritime heritage. · Free. Open access. · No booking required, special opening.
• Sun 20th 2pm-6pm — “Wooden boat” trip by the Egurrezkoa association · guided tour · Association Egurrezkoa. Sail aboard traditional wooden boats restored by the association's members. Sunday: 2pm to 6pm. · Free. Registration required at the associations' marquees. · Booking required, special opening.

Promenade Jacques Thibaud — Beach, 64500 Saint-Jean-de-Luz

• Sat 19th 10am-6pm · Sun 20th 10am-6pm — Exhibition: a look at Saint-Jean-de-Luz · The Promenade Jacques-Thibaud will host the 24th edition of Artha, a must-see event for the start of the season in Saint-Jean-de-Luz. · Free. No booking required.

Villa Ducontenia — Villa Ducontenia, 64500 Saint-Jean-de-Luz

• Sat 19th 10am-12:30pm, 2:30pm-7pm · Sun 20th 10am-12:30pm, 2:30pm-7pm — Artha Exhibition · Villa Ducontenia, Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Through a private collection, the Giltzarri association invites you to rediscover the hotels and restaurants of 20th-century Saint-Jean-de-Luz… · Free. No booking required. · Special opening.

Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle

Château des Seigneurs de Saint-Pée — Place 1609, 64310 Saint-Pée

• Sat 19th 10am-4:08pm — Activities and discovery of the château · guided tour · Visit and discover the château, with an exhibition dedicated to its history and medieval-themed activities. · Free. Open to all. · First-time participating venue.

Moulin Plazako Errota — 8 Rue Errota Alde 64310 Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle

• Sat 19th 9am-7:30pm · Sun 20th 9am-7:30pm — Open house at the Plazako Errota mill · workshop / demonstration · Discover this historic site through guided tours tracing its past and traditional crafts. · Free. · Special opening.

Saint-Palais

Espace Culturel Bideak — 55 avenue de Gibraltar, 64120 Saint-Palais

• Sat 19th 10am-11:30am, 2pm-3:30pm, 4pm-5:30pm · Sun 20th 10am-11:30am, 2pm-3:30pm — Guided tour of the Museum of Lower Navarre and the Camino de Santiago · guided tour · Saturday, September 19th, at 10am, 2pm, and 4pm. Sunday, September 20th, at 10am and 2pm. Come and discover a unique collection where every object tells the story of daily life in the past. · Free. Booking required. Each guided tour is limited to 20 people. · Special opening. · Accessibility: motor disability. · Info: [email protected] / 05.59.65.56.80
• Sat 19th 10am-12pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun 20th 10am-12pm, 2pm-6pm — Self-guided tour of the Espace Culturel Bideak in Saint-Palais · Come and discover this essential cultural site, housed in a former Franciscan monastery in the heart of the Basque Country at the crossroads of the Camino de Santiago. · Free. Open access. · No booking required, special opening. · Accessibility: motor disability.
• Sat 19th 7pm-8pm — Exceptional concert by young talents from the Académie Ravel (Festival Off Ravel) · show / concert · This event invites you to a meeting between music and heritage in a remarkable setting. · Free. Booking required. · Special opening. · Info: [email protected] / 05.59.65.56.80
• Sun 20th 2pm-5:30pm — Photo workshop: silver gelatin printing · workshop / demonstration · Sunday, September 20th, from 2pm to 5:30pm. For one afternoon, disconnect from digital and dive into the world of film photography. · Free. Booking required. · Special opening, for adults. · Info: [email protected] / 05.59.65.56.80
• Sun 20th 2:30pm-4pm — Guided tour: Saint-Palais, before/after in Euskara · Tour in the Basque language (Euskara). Travel through time and space along the streets of Saint-Palais. · Free, registration required. Departure with a minimum of 4 participants; please register by the previous day at the latest. · Booking required. · Info: [email protected] / 0559657178
• Sun 20th 4pm-5:30pm — Tour: Saint-Palais: before/after · guided tour · Traveling through the streets of Saint-Palais, let's journey together through time and space: between the remaining photographs and current architectural developments, we will explore… · Free, registration required. Departure with a minimum of 4 participants; please register by the previous day at the latest. · Booking required. · Info: [email protected] / 0559657178

Salies-de-Béarn

Cinéma Le Saleys — 6 Avenue du Marechal Leclerc, 64270 Salies-de-Béarn

• Sun. 20 10am-12pm — Guided tour of the Le Saleys cinema backstage · Curious about what goes on behind the scenes? The Le Saleys cinema is opening its doors for a special tour of its backstage areas, at 10am and 11am. · Free. Reservation required. Limited to 12 people per tour. · Info: [email protected] / +33 5 59 65 05 37

Maison des Part-Prenants — Place du Bayaa, 64270

• Sat. 19 6:30pm-8pm — Lecture: Salies, capital of the espadrille · Salies was once a hub for espadrille production. This humble sandal, now synonymous with summer holidays, once supported the livelihood of an entire town and region. · Reservation required. Limited to 40 people (a larger room will be provided if demand exceeds capacity). · First-time participating venue. · Info: 06 24 73 82 97
• Sun. 20 10am-12pm, 1:30pm-6pm — Guided tour of the Bayaà crypt and archaeological collections related to the salt-making history of Salies-de-Béarn · Salt, legends, and a mysterious crypt: discover the history of Salies-de-Béarn. From the modest salt workers of antiquity to the rich archaeological heritage they left behind, come explore the past… · Free. For safety reasons, the crypt tour is limited to 12 people at a time. Booking highly recommended (via email or phone). · Special opening.

Salines — 1 avenue Jacques Dufourcq, 64270 Salies-de-Béarn

• Sat. 19 10:30am-4pm — Guided tour of the salt works · At 10am, 3pm, and 4:30pm, as part of the European Heritage Days, enjoy a guided explanation of how salt is produced on the outdoor site. · Price: €2 for the museum tour (no audio guide or tasting included), free for the site tour. · No reservation required.

Temple de l'Église Réformée — 64270 Salies-de-Béarn

• Sun. 20 10am-12pm, 2:30pm-6:30pm — Guided tour: Protestantism in Salies, from the Reformation to the present day · From the 16th century, Protestantism took root in Salies-de-Béarn, which is considered the first town in Béarn to adopt the new religion. · Free.

Sauvelade

Salle des fêtes — Camin de Gaston Lô Crotzat, 64150 Sauvelade

• Sat. 19 2pm-6pm — Tribute to Michel Grosclaude, a figure of Béarnais language and heritage · screening · The town of Sauvelade pays tribute to Michel Grosclaude (1926-2002), a linguist, historian, and staunch defender of the Occitan language. · Free. · No reservation required, adult audience.

Sauveterre-de-Béarn

Mairie — Place Royale, 64390 Sauveterre-de-Béarn

• Fri. 18 6pm-7:30pm — Lecture: "Papermakers and their mills" in the 17th and 19th centuries by Jeanne Valois · Discover a discreet yet essential part of our rural heritage through a lecture dedicated to mills, the close bond between people and water, and… · Free. · Accessibility: wheelchair accessible.
• Sat. 19 10am-12pm, 3pm-6pm · Sun. 20 10am-12pm, 3pm-6pm — Exhibition: "Sauveterre, its Tower, its model" · Discover the Sauveterre of yesteryear through an exhibition of vintage photographs and postcards. · Free. · Accessibility: wheelchair accessible.
• Sat. 19 4pm-6pm · Sun. 20 4pm-6pm — Guided tour of the town · guided tour · Explore the town of Sauveterre on a fascinating and lively tour. Let us share its history, anecdotes, and secrets with you! · Free. · Special opening.

Restes du château de Montréal — 4 Chem. de Peyrou, 64390 Sauveterre-de-Béarn

• Sat. 19 10:30am-12:30pm, 2:30pm-6:30pm · Sun. 20 10:30am-12:30pm, 2:30pm-6:30pm — Guided tour of the Monréal Tower museum space · Come and discover the history of Sauveterre and Béarn in the museum space set up inside the Monréal tower. · Free. Limited to 16 people inside the Tower at any one time.

Temple - Église réformée de France — Rue du temple, 64390 Sauveterre-de Béarn

• Sun. 20 10am-12pm, 2:30pm-6:30pm — Guided tour: Protestantism in Sauveterre-de-Béarn through history · Perched on a promontory overlooking the Gave d'Oloron, Sauveterre-de-Béarn became an active center of Protestantism as early as the 16th century. · Free.

Susmiou

Pool masseys — Chemin du gave, 64190 Susmiou

• Sat. 19 3pm-5:30pm — [Guided tour] The Gave d'Oloron: hydroelectric power and migratory fish · Once the "salmon capital," Navarrenx is seeing a decline in populations again in 2026 compared to previous years. · Free. Power plant tour limited to 10 people. Two groups will be formed to allow 20 people in total to visit the plant (1 hour) with the operator, while the second group is hosted by other speakers. · Reservation required, first-time participating venue. · Info: 07 86 44 03 06

Urrugne

Château d'Urtubie — 1 rue Bernard-Coral, 64122 Urrugne

• Sat. 19 10:30am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm · Sun. 20 10:30am-12:30pm, 2pm-6pm — A must-see castle in the Basque Country · guided tour · For the 2026 European Heritage Days, the Château d'Urtubie opens its doors for an immersion into the heart of Basque history. · Adult price: €7.50. Free for children under 16.

Ustaritz

Ville d'Ustaritz — 84 Pl. du Labourd, 64480 Ustaritz

• Fri. 18 7pm-8:30pm · Sun. 20 10am-10:30am — Lecture on the history of Basque pelota and tour of the Château d'Haïtze · Lecture on the history of Basque pelota and tour of the Château de Haitze (Friday, September 18). · Free. Reservation required. · Adult audience. · Info: [email protected]

Viven

Château et jardins de Viven — 921 Chemin du Château, 64450 Viven

• Sat. 19 11am-12pm · Sun. 20 5pm-6pm — Screening: The Countess with 5 Husbands · Film produced by Isard Production, in the presence of the actors in costume. · Free.
• Sat. 19 5:30pm-7pm — Lecture: Adventure is Adventure · Discover the adventures of Étienne Laberdesque, an extraordinary man from Béarn! · Free.