Bayonne’s covered market and Moulis Mansion

The Bayonne market hall and the Moulis House

A gourmet stop on the Bayonne audio-guided tour, the market hall reveals all the richness of the local gastronomy. Bayonne ham, Basque cake, Espelette pepper, piperade, Basque chicken: the Bayonne and Basque specialities have been revealed here for more than one hundred and fifty years.

A high place of Basque gastronomy

In the market hall, the enticing smells blend with the convivial atmosphere: ham, chocolate, cheese, all products that make Bayonne's reputation. Just opposite stands an imposing building, probably the finest half-timbered house in the city.

What to see

The Moulis House, built in the late sixteenth or early seventeenth century, displays a typical Renaissance decor, in flamboyant red and luminous yellow, emblematic of the Basque Country. After exploring the market stalls, take time to admire this splendid timber-framed facade.

Practical information

The Bayonne market hall is on the bank of the Nive, in the heart of the city, opposite the Moulis House. Opening days and hours of the market should be checked depending on the season.

What specialities are found at the Bayonne market hall ?

Bayonne ham, Basque cake, Espelette pepper, piperade and Basque chicken.

What is remarkable about the Moulis House ?

It is probably the finest half-timbered house in Bayonne, with a red and yellow Renaissance decor.