Salies-de-Béarn

Located between mountains and valleys at 202 meters elevation, Salies-de-Béarn extends across 52 square kilometers of diverse landscapes in southwestern France.

The naturally occurring saline waters have been utilized since Roman times, making this location a significant mineral spring destination throughout multiple centuries.

The weekly Thursday market brings together local producers, artisans, and residents, maintaining traditional commerce practices and regional product exchanges.

Visitors can reach the town through Biarritz airport or by car, with regular transportation connections to major cities like Pau and Bordeaux.

During World War II, the town's position between occupied and free zones of France made it a notable location where playwright Jean Anouilh wrote Antigone.

Location: canton of Salies-de-Béarn

Location: Pyrénées-Atlantiques

Location: arrondissement of Oloron-Sainte-Marie

Elevation above the sea: 98 m

Shares border with: Bellocq, Bérenx, Burgaronne, Carresse-Cassaber, Castagnède, L'Hôpital-d'Orion, Lahontan, Oraàs, Orion, Salles-Mongiscard, Sauveterre-de-Béarn

Address: 64270 Salies-de-Béarn, France 64270 Salies-de-Béarn 64270 Salies-de-Béarn

Phone: +33559380040

Email: accueil@salies-de-bearn.fr

Website: http://salies-de-bearn.fr

GPS coordinates: 43.47083,-0.92639

Latest update: May 28, 2025 06:02