La Citadelle, Bayonne

Name: La Citadelle
Address: Bayonne, France

#10 among attractions in Bayonne

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Facts and practical information

The citadel of Bayonne, named "Citadelle General Georges-Bergé" on September 15, 1999, is a fortified structure designed by Vauban in 1680 and built at the end of the seventeenth century, at the request of Louis XIV who wanted to fortify the city of Bayonne.

Coordinates: 43°29'55"N, 1°28'24"W

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La Citadelle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Eglise Saint-Andre, Stade Jean Dauger, Bayonne Cathedral, Château du Vigneau.

0.6 miS
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Eglise Saint-Andre, Bayonne
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic Basque city of Bayonne, France, the Eglise Saint-Andre (St. Andrew's Church) stands as a testament to the region's rich religious and architectural heritage. This Gothic-style church, with its origins dating back to the 12th...
1 miS
Arenas and stadiums, Rugby, Sport venue
Stade Jean Dauger, Bayonne
25 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Basque Country, Stade Jean Dauger stands as a testament to the city of Bayonne's passion for sport and community. This multi-purpose stadium, though primarily known as the home ground for the Aviron Bayonnais Rugby Club, serves as a vibrant...
0.6 miS
Gothic place of worship with cloisters
Bayonne Cathedral, Bayonne
16 min walk • Bayonne Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Saint Mary of Bayonne, is a magnificent Gothic structure that dominates the skyline of Bayonne, France. This Roman Catholic cathedral is an architectural marvel and a beacon of religious heritage in the French Basque...
0.5 miN
Forts and castles
Château du Vigneau, Bayonne
14 min walk • The Château du Vigneau is a former winery transformed into a champagne house, located in Bayonne, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France. It has been officially registered as a Historical Monument since 2009, as well as its railings and entrance portal. It is one of the 22 Historical Monuments in Bayonne.
0.5 miS
Museum, Art museum
Musée Bonnat, Bayonne
12 min walk • The Musée Bonnat-Helleu is an art museum in Bayonne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France. The museum was created in 1901 when Bayonne-born painter Léon Bonnat gave his extensive personal collections of art – notably an exceptional drawing collection – as well as many of his paintings to the City of Bayonne.
0.5 miSW
Garden, Botanical garden, Park
Jardin botanique de Bayonne, Bayonne
13 min walk • The Jardin botanique de Bayonne, also known as the Jardin botanique des Remparts, is a botanical garden located at the Avenue du 11 Novembre and Allée de Tarride, Bayonne, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
0.5 miS
43°29'28"N • 1°28'26"W
Musée Basque, Bayonne
14 min walk • History museum, Museum
0.5 miSW
Forts and castles
Château-Vieux, Bayonne
14 min walk • Château-Vieux, also known as the Old Castle of Bayonne, is a castle in the commune of Bayonne, in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département of France. The castle has been rebuilt many times over the centuries.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to La Citadelle?

Nearby attractions include Musée Bonnat, Bayonne (12 min walk), Jardin botanique de Bayonne, Bayonne (13 min walk), Château du Vigneau, Bayonne (14 min walk), Musée Basque, Bayonne (14 min walk).

How to get to La Citadelle by public transport?

The nearest stations to La Citadelle:

Bus

Flixbus • Lines: N1158, N703 (5 min walk)
Ouibus (5 min walk)

Train

Bayonne (5 min walk)