Rue de la Citadelle descending from my hotel. Pyrenees in the distance.

Rue de la Citadelle ascending from the hotel, with the queue for the pilgrim’s office.

The famed Porte Notre Dame, under which pilgrims have walked for centuries.

Just beyond the Porte Notre Dame flows the Rive Béhérobie.

These aren’t much like American hotel keys!

Travel Day 4: Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

May 17, 2023 in France ⋅ ⛅ 61 °F

I landed in Saint Jean “at the foot of the Pass” early this afternoon. I’m not sure these photos will convey how very vertical much of this town is. It’s so picturesque! Rather touristy in a French way - I’ve never seen shops that specialize in espadrilles or foie gras before, but here we are. (I indulged in neither!) I’m in a hotel one more night. This introvert is going to find the albergues (hostels) a challenge and I’m waiting one more day.Read more