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Bayonne Carnival 1

Bayonne Carnival

Petit Bayonne

Watch as Bayonne burns San Patzar—a villain symbolizing human greed—at the stake during France's oldest carnival, a raucous 500-year tradition blending Basque and Gascon cultures.

Historic 540-year tradition
Dramatic public spectacle
Basque cultural heritage
Gascon carnival ritual

Tips

👔wear traditional red and white attire to join in
📍Roland Barthes esplanade has the best views
🎭dates back to 1480, one of France's oldest carnivals

Espl. Roland Barthes

Espl. Roland Barthes, 64100 Bayonne, France

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