Town centre

Saint-Jean-de-Luz, France

Home to Le Kaiku and the church where Louis XIV married Maria-Thérèse of Spain.

Places in Town centre

Le Kaiku Saint-Jean-de-Luz's most elegant restaurant, situated in a subterranean yet elegant dining room with soft lighting and exposed stonework.
Town centre wine bars Wine bars throughout the town centre near the historic royal wedding church.

Best time to visit: May to September offers warm weather for the beach and Basque coastal walks.
Getting around: Saint-Jean-de-Luz's town centre and beachfront are compact and entirely walkable.
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Language: French and Basque. English is common in tourism.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer)
Current trends: Saint-Jean-de-Luz's dining scene continues showcasing the region's exceptional seafood and Basque culinary identity, with gâteau basque remaining a beloved local specialty and restaurants throughout town serving grilled sardines and fresh fish caught daily from local waters.

Beachfront — The town's beach, lined with the historic 1909 hotel and other beachfront properties.
Narrow lanes district — Welcoming narrow lanes bustling with tourist shops and restaurants serving Basque specialties.