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6 dreamy beaches in Basque Country

Beautiful waves, like a call to the ocean. Walk along this coastal path to enjoy this show: surf spots from Anglet to Hendaye, via Biarritz, with quieter bays in between. Basque Country has a plethora of beaches to offer for strolling, to take a dip, to try paddleboard and, of course, to surf.

Anglet, the generous

Basque Country Anglet

Welcome to the Basque Country surf capital! With its ten spots crisscrossing its 4.5 km (2.7 miles) of coastline, Anglet has what it takes to satisfy sportsmen who are thirsty for waves. There are many schools, competitions, shops and surf activities with a few of the swell in the background! This is the ideal place to perfect or just start surfing. The story goes that it was at La Barre beach that the first world surfing championships were held in 1968. A world-class site, Cavaliers beach, with its impressive tube-shaped waves, is one of the most popular destination for surfers.

Biarritz, the elegant

Basque country Biarritz

Facing the posh villas and the Rocher de la Vierge (landmark of Biarritz), the ocean winds and endless horizon of Biarritz is an invitation to surf and enjoy the wild beauty of Basque nature. The call of the waves is irresistable! Next to the Grande Plage, which offers a more urban atmosphere, is the beach of the Côte des Basques. Surrounded by cliffs and famous the world over, it offers an elegant and glamorous setting with the Villa Belza balanced on a cliff in the backgorund. Considered the birthplace of surfing in France, these beaches comes alive with surf competitions and continues on the quieter beach of Marbella.

Hendaye, the longest beach

Hendaye Basque Country

Three km (1.8 miles) long, the longest beach in the Basque Country is in Hendaye. This is where surfing world champion Pauline Ado started to practice. An ideal to learn this activity, this beach is frequented by schools and their young students. Nestled in a bay, it is best explored during a swim or a walk on the coastal path. Come along and enjoy a superb natural setting, soaking in the world-famous twin rocks.

Saint-Jean-de-Luz, the most sheltered

Basque country St Jean de Luz

In Saint-Jean-de-Luz, the atmosphere is more family-friendly and more tranquil. Nestled in the bay, the beach of the city center is well sheltered from the wind. On the Basque coast, it is one of the best places to swim and try paddling or Hawaiian canoe, heading towards blue of the ocean. Saint-Jean-de-Luz is the calm before the storm, because further south a rare but impressive wave, the Belhara, forms each autumn. Of course, only professionals try the adventure. The best place to enjoy the magic of this autumn show in the Basque Country remains the cliffs of the corniche, high above the danger.

Guetary, preserved

Pays-Basque guetary

The small port of Guéthary is a masterclass in tranquility and cultural preservation. Nestled in a small bay and classified at the Conservatoire du Littoral, Cenitz beach is only accessible by foot. It offers small natural pools at low tide where you can swim and admire the beauty of the landscapes of the Basque coast. At high tide, it turns into a surf spot, with waves of varying size and difficulty. To admire the prowess of experienced surfers, head to Parlementia.

Bidart, the village spirit

Pays-Basque bidart

Perched on a cliff, Bidart watches the waves from above—but isn't totally removed from them. Here, the atmosphere has remained picturesque and in the village spirit, which the Basques love. Here, relax on the terrace of a café, watching surfers play with the rhythms of the ocean or after a session of aerobatics in the water. Settled in a wild environment and surrounded by greenery, the beach attracts fans of nature and calm.

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Camping La Ferme des Quatre Chênes

At the gates of Spain and a few steps from the Landes de Gascogne, the campsite La Ferme des Quatre Chênes in Urt is a privileged starting point to discover the Basque Country and its beautiful beaches. The campsite is close to the village of Urt and its shops.

The grounds are vast and have beautiful trees and green spaces as well as a swimming pool. The spacious pitches of the campsite will offer you the calm and serenity necessary for a successful holiday.

101 chemin de paylan 64240 URT
Du 01/01/2024 au 31/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme Pays Basque -
- Office de Tourisme Pays Basque -
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EARL La Clé des Champs

Located near the village of Urt in the Basque Country, come and discover the farm La Clé des Champs. The opportunity to discover their lambs, as well as their Haric'Urt (white beans type haricot tarbais)

Come and meet Corinne Hiraboure on her farm in Urt where you can discover the Haric'Urt, white beans of the Tarbais bean type. You can also meet her ewe lambs and their lambs.

Productions of the farm : Sale of lambs carcass, cutting, vacuum packed Processed products (merguez, axoa, sausage) Sale of Haric' Urt (white beans type Tarbais bean) in balotin

Maisob Laclaou 1044 chemin de Larroque 64240 URT
- Office de Tourisme Pays Basque -
- Office de Tourisme Pays Basque -
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Bipia

Bipia is an artisanal production company that has been making Espelette chilli products in Larressore since 1997. Most of the production operations are carried out by hand. Bipia offers a range of products without coloring, without additives, and without preservatives, of which a part has been organic for about ten years. It consists of sauces, condiments, spreads and cooked vegetables.

We offer guided tours of the cannery several times a week in July and August, and by appointment for groups outside these periods. An area dedicated to self-guided tours, including a mini-exhibition on chilli peppers, is always available. Bipia favours good, beautiful and local products, delighting the taste buds and sharing the love of its region.

619 route d'Halsou ZA Errepira 64480 LARRESSORE
Du 03/01/2024 au 31/05/2024
- Tourisme Béarn Pyrénées Pays basque -
- Tourisme Béarn Pyrénées Pays basque -
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Hôtel Ursula

Cambo-les-Bains is a destination blessed by nature, located at the foot of the Pyrenees mountains and only 20 minutes from the waves of the Basque coast.

The seaside resorts of Anglet, Biarritz, Saint-Jean de Luz and Bayonne are all accessible being perfectly located on the doorstep of Cambo-les-Bains, with Spain also being less than an hour away. Located in the picturesque part of Bas Cambo, this hotel in an old farmhouse has been completely renovated. The 15 modern rooms offer views of the garden or the mountains, some with a terrace. All are air-conditioned and equipped with a bathroom, 1 TV (Canal + Satellite), telephone, free wifi access and two of them are accessible to disabled persons. The hotel offers a buffet breakfast with a wide choice of regional products.

Spa information: Thermal baths 2.4 km, thermal shuttle stop 80 m, city center 1.3 km, railway station 700 m.

37 route du Bas Cambo 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 01/01/2024 au 31/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Restaurant Gozategia

The Gozategia bar-restaurant is located on the Place du Fronton, 6km from the Oxocelhaya caves, 6km from the village of Labastide-Clairence and 5km from the town of Hasparren. It offers a warm and friendly welcome. The chef offers traditional cuisine using fresh, seasonal produce, with a different menu every day and suggestions on the slate. After a walk on Mount Abarratia, you can enjoy the beautiful terrace.

On Friday and Saturday evenings, you can enjoy tapas to share, complemented by a burger or a combo platter.

And don't forget, you can reserve and privatize the place on Saturday and Sunday for your various events. The chef can propose a menu to suit your wishes.

38 Elizako Bidea, Place du Fronton 64240 AYHERRE
Du 02/01/2024 au 23/12/2024
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- Office de Tourisme Pays Basque -
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Domaine Xixtaberri

An organic blueberry orchard opens a few doors to public for the blueberry's harvesting. The atmosphere is fliendly and young and old alike meet to share a good moment in family or with friends. The harvesting takes place during 5 weeks, from mid-june to the beginning of august in Cambo-les-Bains.

Route d'Hasparren 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 15/06/2024 au 31/07/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Visite guidée de Cambo-les-Bains "Histoire et Patrimoine"

Little and big stories of Cambo-les-Bains : From the church to the "fronton", Valérie, your passionate local guide makes you discover Cambo's picturesque houses and nicest points of vue. Sharing, conviviality and authenticity guaranteed !

Office de tourisme 3, Avenue de la Mairie 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 08/04/2024 au 25/11/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Hôtel Le Trinquet

Located in the heart of the city center and totally renovated in 2016, the hotel offers you 12 bedrooms of whom 5 with a small kitchen. Capacity of 2,3 or 4 persons. The hotel is also adjoining the Trinquet.

Rue du Trinquet 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 17/01/2024 au 10/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Office de Tourisme de Cambo-les-Bains

3 avenue de la Mairie BP 15 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
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- Tourisme Béarn Pyrénées Pays basque -
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Le Béret Français

We invite you to discover the Béret Français factory in Bayonne and learn all about the different stages of beret manufacture, direct from the only French beret factory in the Basque Country!

Rich in ancestral know-how, each of our berets is handcrafted according to a traditional manufacturing process, which remains a secret, given that each beret undergoes more than 10 hand adjustments. All in all, it takes a week for a beret to be ready for its future customer. In one visit, you'll be able to see every step of the way, and get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of this emblem of the region, and of our country! Le Béret Français has, of course, been awarded the EPV (Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant) label by the French Ministry of the Economy.

28 Chemin de Trouillet 64100 BAYONNE
Du 01/01/2024 au 31/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Bayonne -
- Office de Tourisme de Bayonne -
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Hôtel La Villa Bleue

Idealy located in Cambo-les-Bains, midway between the city center and the Baths, it is a place where the quality of reception rhymes with savoir-faire. At Laurent Rodriguez's, be sure you will spend a great stay for a night, a week-end or a few-weeks cure. Contemporary set and comfortable rooms. Breakfast served on th terrace.

31-33 allée Anne de Neubourg 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 01/01/2024 au 31/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Restaurant La Petite Auberge

340 Rue du Bourg 64480 USTARITZ
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- Office de Tourisme Pays Basque -
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Résidence Le Levant

Between the ocean and Pyrenees, facing both the town and the countryside, Cambo les Bains reveals the many sides to the Basque country.

Snuggling in an enchanting park, la résidence du levant***, with its Basque architecture boasts 153 deluxe studios and apartments, each with a private balcony allowing the guest to enjoy the sunshine and beauty of the surrounding property in complete privacy.

Domaine Thermal 5 avenue des Thermes 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 18/02/2024 au 08/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Village Club Miléade

Totally pedestrian and near by the museum Edmond Rostand, the hotel-club of Cambo les Bains will seduce you by its authenticity. Covered and heated swimming pool, tennis and accomodations with reduced mobility access.

7 avenue du Dr Alexandre Camino 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 22/04/2024 au 28/10/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Chaîne Thermale du Soleil - Thermes de Cambo les Bains

The spa of Cambo-les-Bains, the only spa in the Basque Country, is renowned for its mild and sunny microclimate

and sunny microclimate, is also classified as a climatic resort.

The richness of its springs and their therapeutic properties have been treating joint pain and respiratory problems since Antiquity.

With a beautiful Art Deco style, located in a lush 12-hectare park, the establishment offers a high-performance technical platform and a complete range of individual or group treatments.

You can also discover pedagogical and educational workshops to help you live better with your disease, whether it be within the framework of highly medicalized cures (on fixed dates): Post-Breast Cancer, Tinnitus, Complementary Programs accessible all year round, Rheumatology or Respiratory Tract mini-cures over a minimum of 5 days.

5 avenue des Thermes 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 17/02/2024 au 07/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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Station thermale de Cambo les Bains

5 avenue des Thermes 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 01/01/2024 au 31/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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L'Art de l'Espadrille

Come and discover hand-sewn espadrille craftsmanship in Saint-Pierre d'Irube, just outside Bayonne!

The l'Art de l'Espadrille workshop/boutique offers a wide choice of canvases, fabrics and models.

From casual, everyday espadrilles to dressy sandals for weddings, ceremonies, parties and other events. A unique, original espadrille adapted to the occasion.

Specializing in customization and made-to-measure, these espadrilles are made in the pure tradition of the Basque Country.

3 plaza Berri sous les arcades de la nouvelle mairie 64990 SAINT-PIERRE-D'IRUBE
Du 01/01/2024 au 31/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Bayonne -
- Office de Tourisme de Bayonne -
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Thermes de Cambo Les Bains

In the middle of neo-byzantine mosaic setting, the vast thermo-mineral swimming pool and its powerful bracing jets, the white kaolin bath and the "Orient style" steam baths combine body and mind benefits.

5 avenue des Thermes 64250 CAMBO-LES-BAINS
Du 26/02/2024 au 04/12/2024
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
- Office de Tourisme de Cambo les Bains -
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