Abbadia, the Observatory Castle Castles in Hendaye

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Closed

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Wednesday 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Thursday 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Friday 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Saturday 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Sunday 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm

Opens at 02:00 pm

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Location : Sea side

Province : Labourd

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  • English spoken
  • Internet : WIFI
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    • IN HENDAYE, IN THE BASQUE COUNTRY, A SITE BEYOND YOUR IMAGINATION !

      It is Abbadia, the Castle-Observatory, an enchanting place, erected on the Basque ledge, for Antoine d'Abbadie, ethnologist, geographer, man of science ...

      Built between 1864 and 1884, by Viollet-Le-Duc, its neo-Gothic architecture and eclectic decoration make it one of the must-see sites and museums in the Basque Country. It will appeal to heritage lovers and families looking for a change of scenery.

      Children will also be able to discover the places in a fun way, through a treasure hunt.

      Open all year, except from January 3 to 24.

      Abbadia, the Castle-Observatory

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Traveller Reviews Abbadia, the Observatory Castle

4.4 sur 5 5985 reviews

  • Nick Kremer

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Nick Kremer on 18/08/2024

    Amazing place. Gorgeous views of the castle and beautiful interior. Too bad we didn't get an English speaking tour as it's only given at 4pm with a guide but we were able to read the accompanying materials in English.

  • Mischa Kriens

    3 sur 5 Reviews posted by Mischa Kriens on 16/09/2024

    The place is pretty but the walk around the park takes less than 20 min and doesn’t really warrant the 2.50 euros it costs to enter IMO Didn’t do the guided tour inside the castle because it was full

  • Michael Ellis

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Michael Ellis on 27/08/2024

    Very interesting and worth the 2 hrs to see it. Pay for the tour, it is in French but they have booklets in English that you can use to follow along. Most of the staff speak English and Spanish as well. There is a mystery to solve involving holes in the Castle. :-)

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Traveller Reviews Abbadia, the Observatory Castle

4.5 sur 5 1093 reviews

  • "Very interesting visit of a 19th century castle"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by ADXBS (Paris, France) on 12/10/2024

    This was a very interesting visit for the 19th century home of Antoine d’Abbadie, a savant, explorer and writer. He was known for his astronomical measurements done with a telescope in this residence...

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  • "Beautiful chateau in the basque region"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by mariedesjardins (Prince George, Canada) on 25/12/2023

    While staying in Biarritz, I took the bus to Hendaye to check out Chateau Abbadia. The staff was friendly and provided a guided tour to guests. The interior of the chateau was very unique with...

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  • "Fun time"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by Charles P on 24/05/2023

    Excellent place to spend some time. The guides are fun and friendly , also the chateu grounds provide some scenic vista's

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Ride around

Abbadia, entre ciel et mer

Abbadia, entre ciel et mer
Abbadia, entre ciel et mer

579 m - Hendaye

Walking

Chemin de la Baie

Chemin de la Baie
Chemin de la Baie

631 m - Hendaye

Walking Velo hybrid Bike / road Roller

D'Hendaye à Irun rive droite

D'Hendaye à Irun rive droite
D'Hendaye à Irun rive droite

1,7 km - Hendaye

Velo hybrid Bike / road

To discover around

Domaine d'Abbadia

Domaine d'Abbadia
Domaine d'Abbadia

The Domaine d'Abbadia is a large park located on the Corniche d'Hendaye. The former home of Antoine d'Abbadie, a ...

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Plage des 2 Jumeaux

Plage des 2 Jumeaux
Plage des 2 Jumeaux

679 m - Hendaye

Corniche d’Hendaye

Corniche d’Hendaye
Corniche d’Hendaye

The Corniche d'Hendaye is reputed to be the most preserved corniche on the Basque coast. At the foot of the ...

1,0 km - Hendaye

Hendaye

Hendaye
Hendaye

Hendaye is first of all the story of a river, the Bidassoa, which from the mountains of Navarre flows into the bay ...

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Andaye, la cité des mémoires

Andaye, la cité des mémoires
Andaye, la cité des mémoires

New for 2024 Andaye, The City of Memories – Oroitzapenen Hiria immerses its visitors in the history of the Basque ...

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Abbadia, the Observatory Castle

Address

Abbadia, le Château Observatoire
67 bis boulevard de la mer
64700 Hendaye

Contacts

Phone : 05 59 20 04 51

Website of Abbadia, the Observatory Castle

GPS coordinates

43° 22'33.59"N, 1° 45'3.7"W

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We tested for you

Hike on the coastal path from Bidart to Hendaye

Hike on the coastal path from Bidart to Hendaye
Hike on the coastal path from Bidart to Hendaye

2,2 km - Hendaye

Rest and relaxation

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Top 10 Hendaye: the must-sees for your vacation!
Top 10 Hendaye: the must-sees for your vacation!

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Rest and relaxation

Castles to visit in the Basque Country

Castles to visit in the Basque Country
Castles to visit in the Basque Country

2,2 km - Hendaye

Culture and Heritage

Visit the incredible Abbadia Castle Observatory in Hendaye

Visit the incredible Abbadia Castle Observatory in Hendaye
Visit the incredible Abbadia Castle Observator ...

2,2 km - Hendaye

Culture and Heritage

Mountain hike and relaxation at Hendaye beach

Mountain hike and relaxation at Hendaye beach
Mountain hike and relaxation at Hendaye beach

2,2 km - Hendaye

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