Experts' Choice Award Cathedrale Sainte-Marie de Bayonne
What the experts agree on
This stunning Gothic cathedral showcases exceptional proportions and harmony, with its 13th-14th century cloisters standing out as a highlight. A must-see example of southern French Gothic architecture.
Fodor's "One of France's southernmost examples of Gothic architecture. Its 13th- to 14th-century cloisters are among its best features." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"From the central axis of the nave, you can assess the fine proportions and harmony of the building with its three-level elevation." Full review
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Don't miss the Renaissance stained-glass windows in the nave and in the left-hand transept, on the door, the chiselled 13C door-knocker, called the "ring of asylum".
