During your stay at our campsite in Espelette, treat yourself to an authentic gourmet interlude at the Musée du Gâteau Basque. Just a few kilometers away, our campsite is ideally placed for you to discover this Mecca of Basque pastry-making.
Discover the Basque cake museum during your camping holiday
A true symbol of local gastronomy, the Basque cake is a culinary institution in the region. The museum, located in Sare, offers a total immersion in the history and manufacturing secrets of this emblematic dessert, whose origins date back to the 19th century.
To start with, enjoy a visit with a real specialist pastry chef. He’ll explain the history and origins of the traditional Basque cake. Then he’ll take you through all the steps and secrets of this famous recipe. And don’t forget the delicious tasting session at the end of the tour. Good humor and sharing are the watchwords of this visit.
If you’re an apprentice pastry chef, you can take part in a range of workshops, and make your own Basque cake. The chef will give you
For those with a sweet tooth, after your visit you can enjoy a delicious meal or quench your thirst in the bodega Tinka, a unique and convivial place to continue your discovery of the Basque Country.
Opening hours
16/04 to 02/11 :
- Monday and Friday: open all day
- Tuesday and Thursday: 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
- Wednesday: 10:30am-12:30pm / 2:30pm-4:30pm
- Saturday and Sunday: closed
Rates and Booking
Museum :
- Children: €7
- Adults: €9
Workshops :
- Children (5 -12 years, accompanying adult paying): €20
- N°1 (8 years and over): €30
- Full (12 years and over): €40
Package deals
- Workshop N°1 + gourmet plate: €47
- Workshop N°1 + sweet snack: €39
- Full workshop + gourmet plate”: €56
- Gourmet pass “discovery tour + gourmet plate + workshop N°1”: €55
Parking: on Route Départementale 406, pedestrian access.
Prepare
your excursion
How to prepare your departure
from the campsite for the Basque cake museum?
From our campsite near the Basque Cake Museum, here are a few tips to help you make the most of your visit:
- notepad: to record tips and recipes revealed by the chef
- camera: to immortalize your workshop and your creations
- sunglasses and casual wear: to enjoy the bodega terrace after the tour
- Booking in advance: highly recommended for workshops, which are a great success.
The Musée du Gâteau Basque guarantees a gourmet and convivial experience, perfect for enhancing your stay in the heart of the Basque Country.
