Erfgoed in Bayonne

Bayonne Heritage Sites

Bayonne’s historic landscape is defined by its diverse architectural layers, from the 13th-century Gothic Cathédrale Sainte-Marie to the defensive fortifications of Château-Vieux and Château-Neuf. This collection highlights the city's evolution, featuring the Sephardic Jewish heritage preserved in the ritual baths of Saint-Esprit and well-preserved timber-framed residences like Maison Saubist and Maison Lapeyre. These landmarks represent the military, religious, and social history of the Basque Country’s capital.

Bayonne Heritage Sites — Kaart

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Bayonne Cathedral

The Cathedral of Saint Mary of Bayonne or the Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayonne, commonly known as Bayonne Cathedral, is a Roman Catholic…

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Château-Vieux

Château-Vieux, also known as the Old Castle of Bayonne, is a castle in the commune of Bayonne, in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département of…

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Château-Neuf

A 15th-century fortress built by King Charles VII to reinforce the city's defenses after the Hundred Years' War. It overlooks the Petit Bayonne district and formerly served as military barracks.

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Bains rituels juifs ou Mikve

Located in the Saint-Esprit neighborhood, these ritual baths are a significant remnant of the Sephardic Jewish community that settled in Bayonne during the 16th century.

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Maison Lapeyre

A traditional timber-framed house located in the historic center, showcasing the characteristic colorful wooden beams and narrow architecture typical of medieval Bayonne.

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Maison Saubist

One of the oldest residential buildings in the city, dating back to the late 15th century and featuring architectural elements from the transition between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.

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Hôtel de Belzunce

A 17th-century private mansion in Grand Bayonne, notable for its stone facade and historical role as a residence for the local nobility.

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Monument aux morts

A war memorial commemorating the citizens of Bayonne who lost their lives in the World Wars, featuring sculptural work by artist Ernest Gabard.