Theme:
Paradores of Spain and Pousadas of Portugal
Start City:
Hondarribia
Distances:
San Sebastian 22km, Bilbao 118km, Biarritz 34km
Style:
Historic Castle in Coastal Area
Season:
Jan - Dec
Description:
10TH CENTURY CASTLE ON
THE BIDASOA ESTUARY Founded
by the Navarrese king Sancho Abarca in the 10th c., this Parador rises up in a
beautiful castle which maintains the structure of a medieval fortress in a
monumental, coastal setting. Its defensive appearance, with thick walls,
conceals an interior recovered with mastery. The immense, naked stone of the
courtyard stands out, as do the beautiful views of the French coast and the sea,
which the guest can contemplate from the splendid terrace or from some bedrooms.
Beautiful nooks and crannies, spaces adorned with arches, wrought iron and
coffered ceilings envelop the traveller in an atmosphere of indescribable
beauty. Lances, cannons and armour make up the interior decoration, offering an
air of elegance in a most comfortable atmosphere.
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We had a fabulous time on the Camino de Santiago! Everything worked as
it should have and all contact we had with anyone associated with
EATours was very friendly, very helpful and totally professional. You
can be sure that we will be passing the word. A real pleasure...
Founded
by the Navarrese king Sancho Abarca in the 10th c., this Parador rises up in a
beautiful castle which maintains the structure of a medieval fortress in a
monumental, coastal setting. Its defensive appearance, with thick walls,
conceals an interior recovered with mastery. The immense, naked stone of the
courtyard stands out, as do the beautiful views of the French coast and the sea,
which the guest can contemplate from the splendid terrace or from some bedrooms.
Beautiful nooks and crannies, spaces adorned with arches, wrought iron and
coffered ceilings envelop the traveller in an atmosphere of indescribable
beauty. Lances, cannons and armour make up the interior decoration, offering an
air of elegance in a most comfortable atmosphere.
We had a fabulous time on the Camino de Santiago! Everything worked as
it should have and all contact we had with anyone associated with
EATours was very friendly, very helpful and totally professional. You
can be sure that we will be passing the word. A real pleasure... 
