Lively village/town near the French border

Hello, could you recommend some lively and dynamic villages (or small towns) near the Basque Country or Navarre that would be attractive for some 30-something looking to move? Ideally there's shops, a school, and activity going on in the village itself.

I don't know this region but am attracted by the landscape of the region. San Sebastian seems expensive and over-ratted. Can you suggest other places to consider please?