St Jean Pied de Port
Facilities
- ATM 🏧
- Bar / Restaurant 👨🏼🍳
- Groceries 🛒
- Medical Clinic 🏥
- Pharmacy 🧑🏼⚕️
- Postal Office 📩
Description
St. Jean Pied de Port is a picturesque medieval town located in the French Basque Country, nestled at the foot of the Pyrenees Mountains. Historically, it has been a significant starting point for pilgrims embarking on the Camino de Santiago, particularly the Camino Francés route. The town's name translates to "Saint John at the foot of the mountain pass," reflecting its strategic location at the base of the Roncevaux Pass, which leads into Spain. St. Jean Pied de Port has a rich history dating back to the 12th century when it was established by the Kings of Navarre. The town flourished as a key stop for pilgrims, traders, and travelers, and its well-preserved architecture reflects this heritage. Notable landmarks include the 14th-century Notre-Dame-du-Bout-du-Pont Church, the 13th-century Porte St. Jacques gate, and the historic Rue de la Citadelle, which has been traversed by countless pilgrims over the centuries. Today, St. Jean Pied de Port remains an important and symbolic starting point for many modern-day pilgrims embarking on their journey along the Camino de Santiago.
Useful Links
| Directions | Next Locality | Optional Variant |
|---|---|---|
| Open in Google Maps | Hontto | Valcarlos |
Accommodation Options
Not all albergues publish public or online data, so do not consider this list exhaustive. Download the Camino Frances app for free unrestricted access to accommodation complete with photos and a stage planner!
| Name | Booking.com | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Restaurant Ramuntcho | 8.3/10 (440) | 4.1/5 (189) | +33 5 59 37 03 91 |
| Albergue municipal SJPP | 4.4/5 (99) | +33 6 17 10 31 89 | |
| Refuge Accueil Paroissial | 4.9/5 (31) | +33 5 59 37 65 17 | |
| Gîte ZAZPIAK BAT | 4.2/5 (91) | Whatsapp: +33 6 31 01 19 63 | |
| gite de la Porte Saint Jacques | 9.3/10 (1) | 4.8/5 (30) | +33 5 47 86 02 44 |
| La Vita E Bella | 8.8/10 (343) | 4.7/5 (158) | Whatsapp: +33 6 72 10 04 63 |
| La Coquille Napoléon | 8.5/10 (904) | 4.5/5 (37) | Whatsapp: +33 6 62 25 99 40 |
| gîte BEILARI St-Jean-Pied-de-Port albergue | 4.8/5 (215) | Whatsapp: +33 6 30 02 86 67 | |
| Le Chemin vers l'Etoile | 7.9/10 (1) | 3.9/5 (253) | +33 5 59 37 20 71 |
| Hôtel Restaurant des Remparts | 7.1/10 (329) | 4.1/5 (318) | +33 5 59 37 13 79 |
| Gite Compostella | 7.3/10 (1408) | 3.3/5 (176) | |
| Maison E.Bernat | 9.1/10 (242) | 4.7/5 (41) | Whatsapp: +33 6 21 32 86 41 |
| Pierre et Vacances Le Parc Arradoy | 8.7/10 (31) | 4.3/5 (260) | +33 5 59 49 12 12 |
| Hôtel Itzalpea | 8/10 (583) | 4.2/5 (78) | +33 9 81 88 38 26 |
| MAKILA | 4.7/5 (130) | Whatsapp: +33 6 63 10 13 46 | |
| Maison Fleurie | 9.7/10 (122) | 5/5 (10) | Whatsapp: +33 6 77 26 10 54 |
| Gîte BIDEAN | 9.2/10 (1) | 4.8/5 (89) | Whatsapp: +33 6 48 98 05 22 |
| La Bendicion | 5/5 (2) | Whatsapp: +33 7 89 51 32 82 | |
| Gîte Zuharpeta - GITE D'ÉTAPE - BAR - RESTAURANT BASQUE- BRASSERIE | 7.0/10 (463) | 3.7/5 (106) | +33 5 59 37 35 88 |
| Commune de Saint Jean Pied de Port | 4.5/5 (33) | +33 5 59 37 11 19 | |
| Chez Edouard | 2.7/5 (201) | ||
| gîte Le Lièvre et La Tortue (The Hare andThe Tortoise) | 4.6/5 (79) | +33 6 59 13 52 25 | |
| Gite Izaxulo | 7.7/10 (581) | 3.8/5 (72) | +33 5 24 34 19 00 |
| Maison Donamaria | 4.7/5 (73) | Whatsapp: +33 6 22 48 88 00 | |
| Central Hotel | 4/5 (129) | +33 5 59 37 00 22 | |
| Gîte Ultreïa | 8.9/10 (225) | 4.6/5 (123) | +33 6 80 88 46 22 |
| Maison Ziberoa | 4.7/5 (37) | Whatsapp: +33 6 61 23 59 44 |