Jaï Alaï St-Jean de Luz

St-Jean de Luz


In summer, frequent pelota matches take place at Jaï Alaï St-Jean de Luz, 1km northeast of the train station. The tourist office can supply times and prices.


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2. Église St-Jean Baptiste

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3. Maison Louis XIV

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4. Maison de l'Infante

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5. Pointe de Ste-Barbe

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