![]() Sainte Marie church |
![]() Sainte Madeleine chapel |
The Sainte Marie Church in Bidart dates from the 16th century.
It has wooden galleries overlooking the nave, an 18th century altar and a
beautiful statue of St Jacques in pilgrim's costume.
The stunning Oriental-style baptismal font was given by Queen Natalie of
Serbia, who retired in Bidart during her conversion to Catholicism.
The church often hosts choral Basque songs.
The chapel Sainte Madeleine is dedicated to the sailors.
It overlooks the ocean on the cliffs above Parlementia beach and offers exceptional views of the coast and the mountains.
The coastal path passes by this beautiful chapel.