Children of the Comet Line resistance network, which operated during World War Two, meet for the first time. 75 years after their work ended. Maialen Larretche, now 90 years old, from Urrugne (France) and Paco Iriarte, now 86 years old, from Oiartzun (Spain) reminisce in their native Basque language. The post Basque Children of the Resistance appeared first on Pyrenean Experience ..read more

A detailed description of Jim Allison's escape from Nazi occupied Europe with the help of the Pyrenean escape route known as the Comet Line. First-hand details from the final survivors of the Comet resistance network. The post Comet Line Crossing of the Pyrenees appeared first on Pyrenean Experience ..read more

Ten things you probably don’t know about the Pyrenees. Secrets of the Pyrenees that the normal tourist does not know and inside tips to make the most of your travels. The post Secrets of the Pyrenees appeared first on Pyrenean Experience ..read more

Hiking in the Pyrenees If you are thinking of hiking in the Pyrenees, be aware of the wonderful diversity of landscapes found from one valley to the next. There is no one-shot – one-size-fits-all ‘Pyrenean Experience’. Every valley offers its own unique flora and fauna, history, culture and gastronomy. The Pyrenees from east to west. The post Hiking in the Pyrenees – stunning scenery and ancient Basque traditions appeared first on Pyrenean Experience ..read more