In Hélette, a stone's throw from the Baigura leisure centre on the Louhossoa road, plunge into the magic of traditions. Located between Hasparren and Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, discover all the secrets of pastoralism and Basque cheese by visiting a museum space of 220 m2.
Within a "cayolar" (shepherd's hut) reconstituted identically, Joanes will reveal to you through a self-guided tour, the Basque Country, its traditions. You will discover the Agour cheese factory, elected twice best cheese in the world.
Within a "cayolar" (shepherd's hut) reconstituted identically, Joanes will reveal to you through a self-guided tour, the Basque Country, its traditions. You will discover the Agour cheese factory, elected twice best cheese in the world.
Activity details
Il faut se présenter à l'accueil du magasin pour pouvoir effectuer une visite.
Visiting conditions : Unaccompanied tours
Languages for the tour : French, Basque
Visiting conditions : Unaccompanied tours
Languages for the tour : French, Basque
Opening
Opening 2026 :
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From 03/01/2026 to 30/12/2026
Prices
Prices 2026
| Price | Min | Max | Additional fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free of charge | - | - | - |
Visite et dégustation gratuite
Payment methods- Payment cards
- Cheques and postal orders
- Cash
Facilities & Services
Facilities
- Pram-friendly
- Coach parking
- Shop
Groups
Groups welcome
Minimum : 8 - Maximum : 0
Minimum : 8 - Maximum : 0
Situation
Location
GPS location Latitude : 43.308
Longitude : -1.27818
- In the country
GPS location Latitude : 43.308
Longitude : -1.27818
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