Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry facts for kids
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Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry
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 Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry
Location in France
Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Pyrénées-Atlantiques |
| Arrondissement | Bayonne |
| Canton | Montagne Basque |
| Intercommunality | CA Pays Basque |
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69 km2 (27 sq mi) |
| Population
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
64477 /64430
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| Elevation | 146–1,049 m (479–3,442 ft) (avg. 273 m or 896 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
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Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry is a charming village, also known as a commune, located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department. This area was once part of an old region called Lower Navarre.
The village is nestled close to the border with Spain. To its west, it shares a border with the town of Baztan in Spain. You can cross into Spain through a mountain pass called the Izpegi Pass.
Exploring Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry
Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry is like a gateway to the beautiful Aldudes valley. This valley is known for its stunning natural views. A river called the Nive des Aldudes flows through this area.
One of the most famous landmarks nearby is Château d'Etxauz, also known as Echauz Castle. This historic castle adds to the rich history of the region.
Every year in early May, Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry hosts a very special event called the Day of Navarre (Basque: Nafarroa Eguna). This festival is a huge celebration! Thousands of people come from both the Spanish and French sides of Navarre to join in.
The main goal of the Day of Navarre is to make the ties between these two parts of Navarre stronger. It also celebrates their shared Basque identity. It's a fantastic way for people to connect and celebrate their culture together.
