Urtubie Castle: tourist and cultural visit to the Basque Country
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Two cultural events not to be missed at Château d’Urtubie – Basque Coast
This summer, experience two exceptional moments at the Château d’Urtubie in Urrugne, a stone’s throw from Saint-Jean-de-Luz, combining heritage, storytelling, and Basque music. On August 21 and 23, 2025, come and discover two unique events on the Basque Coast, in the enchanting setting of this castle, a listed historic monument.
August 21 at 3 p.m.: Stories for young and old with Julie – “Between Earth and Ocean”
Our storyteller Julie returns to Château d’Urtubie to take you on an imaginary journey between land and sea, the very theme of our region: the Basque Country and the Atlantic Coast.
👉 A family-friendly activity that will delight children and adults alike, in a timeless historical setting. Storytelling is included in the price of the château tour, allowing you to also enjoy the history, the grounds, and traditional games.
ℹ️ Practical information
Schedules :
- 3 p.m.
📍 Location:
- Château d’Urtubie, Urrugne. , reservation 0559546080 or www.chateaudurtubie.net
🎟️ Prices :
- Adult: €9.50
- Child (ages 5 and up): €5
August 23 at 9 p.m.: Concert by Anne Etchegoyen and Idoia Azurmendi – Basque songs and heritage
As part of a unique festival highlighting French heritage castles, renowned Basque singer Anne Etchegoyen will perform at the Château d’Urtubie, accompanied by Basque artist Idoia Azurmendi.
An exceptional concert combining Basque and French songs, both solo and in duets, in a venue steeped in history. This musical event is part of a festival of five unique concerts, with the aim of celebrating our cultural heritage while supporting charitable causes: a portion of the profits will be donated to associations working to teach the Basque language or combat gender-based violence.
ℹ️ Practical information
Schedules :
- 9 p.m. (installation from 8 p.m.)
📞 Information and reservations:
- +33 5 59 54 60 80
📍 Location:
- Château d’Urtubie, Urrugne – Basque Coast
🎟️Prices:
- Full price: €25
- Concessions: €20 (students, job seekers, RSA recipients – proof of entitlement required)
- Youth (12-17 years): €12
- Free for children under 12
a historic monument
A HISTORICAL MONUMENT TO DISCOVER
Belonging to the same family since its construction in 1341, this fortified castle was enlarged in the 16th and 18th centuries to become today a very welcoming Historical Monument, furnished and decorated with refinement
Castle visit
The stones of Urtubie tell six centuries of Basque history.
Charming hotel
Family house, originally a fortified castle from the 14th century, the Urtubie Castle welcomes you for short and long stays
Dalzate shop
The DALZATE brand was born at the chateau of Urtubia on the Basque Coast, in the immediate vicinity of Saint-Jean-de-Luz.
Urtubie Castle
a historic monument
This fortified castle still belongs to the same family since its construction in 1341 . Additions and improvements were carried out in the XVIe and XVIIIe centuries and the castle of Urtubie is today an inviting historic monument , furnished and decorated with refinement .
The stones of Urtubie tell six centuries of history of the Basque Country . King Louis XI sejourned in the castle in 1463 and Louis XIV raised the domain to the status of viscounty in 1654 . In the 19th century Soult then Wellington were known to the castle during the Napoléonic wars .
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