Sports and leisure activities Pyrénées-Atlantiques

In the heart of La Bastide-Clairence, a village classified as "France's most beautiful village", Jungle Canoë offers an ecological experience for all to (re)discover the Basque Country and its lagoon. How does it work? By paddling the Joyeuse, a river that turns into the Aran before flowing into the Adour. You'll explore lush green vistas as you explore the Basque cultural and natural heritage. The duration of these canoe trips varies from 1h30 to 2h, offering you the opportunity to visit a calm and wild environment.

Situated at the foot of the Rhune, the Centre Equestre Sainte-Hélène, the largest in the Basque Country, enjoys an exceptional setting between land and sea. Its outstanding facilities include a covered riding arena, a small arena, a stable for clubs and owners, a round pen, an equestrian stadium and a club house. From the age of 2 to the most experienced riders, a team of professionals is on hand all year round to guide, accompany and introduce you to the art of horsemanship.

At the gateway to Biarritz, you'll discover the Arcangues golf course and its exceptional setting, a favorite of professional golfers, created in the 1990s by brothers Guy and Jean d'Arcangues on the property surrounding the village. Set in a 70-hectare estate, the golf course, designed by American architect Ronald Fream, is part of the^2nd generation of courses on the Basque Coast. This magnificent golf course features some twenty holes dotted around a wild landscape. The Arcangues golf course hosts numerous competitions throughout the year.

Climb aboard a sailboat, take to the open sea and learn to sail with the Haizea Spi en Tête sailing school, which offers outings off the Basque coast. Excursions with iodine are well worth the detour, from Hendaye to Hossegor, or further south to San Sebastian, from Getaria to Getxo. Cruises too, for a taste of all the pleasures of sailing. Come aboard with family and friends, in complete safety, and take advantage of the various packages on offer. And if you want to learn to sail, professional skippers will teach you how to trim a sail.

Overlooking the beach of Mayarco and the ocean, between Saint-Jean-de-Luz and Guéthary, the Mayarco miniature golf course is located on an exceptional site. On the edge of the coastal path, it is a playful course of 18 holes accessible to all and perfectly maintained. With a restaurant and a friendly bar open to all to enjoy cocktails, tapas ... Ideal to combine a day at the beach with activities and relaxation, to spend an evening, to celebrate a birthday... With its terraces, its dream view on the ocean, its friendly atmosphere, it is the recipe of more than 30 years of success!

Total immersion from the inland Basque country to the Bardenas desert (in Navarre), with the discovery of wild landscapes, sunsets with aperitif dinners in the mountains, etc. Passenger or driver of a real top-of-the-range 4x4, in all weather conditions, on your own, with your family, in a group... Awaken your inner adventurer, with professional, qualified instructors on hand to guide you on every excursion. Thanks to the CB radio link, you'll learn the secrets of the Basque Country in a fun way. Animals are welcome.

An instructor and sports coach, Mylène will accompany you and adapt the hike to your physical condition and your desires. She'll help you gain confidence and move towards greater autonomy. On foot, running or by bike, her favorite places are the immense playground that is the Basque Country. Muscular awakening, positioning techniques, endurance management, stretching, accompaniment on hikes to the first peaks of the Pyrenees in complete safety.

Just 5 minutes from Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Cycles Lalanne Père et Fils, established since 1935, has opened a superb boutique. Pierre and his wife, accompanied by Alexandre, are bike enthusiasts, ready to advise you on both the choice of machine and the countless tours to be undertaken in the Basque country. The team takes care of bike preparation, and also offers repair services for visiting cyclists. Rental formulas are available for VAE, VTC, mountain bikes and road bikes for all ages.

This sports complex is dedicated to JorkyBall, Racketball and Jiu-Jitsu. Jorkyball, also known as 2-a-side soccer, is a team sport derived from soccer and inspired by squash, created in 1987. Racketball is played with a tennis racket with a shorter handle and a larger ball than squash and faster than tennis. Jiu-jitsu is a martial art that combines fighting techniques developed by the samurai. And the newest discipline, axe and knife throwing. Relaxation area and snack bar, ideal for groups.

With 7,000 km of waterways, including almost 5,000 km of first category fishing grounds, Béarn is a paradise for all fish lovers! The Fédération de Pêche des Pyrénées-Atlantiques is a driving force behind the preservation of aquatic resources and the promotion of responsible fishing. Its conservation, education and awareness-raising efforts help to preserve aquatic ecosystems while helping fishing enthusiasts to enjoy their hobby. Protecting nature for the benefit of future generations.

Open to skates, rollerblades and scooters (pegs are forbidden), the Basque coast's first indoor skatepark confirms its success with a surface area of 1,415 m² in complete safety. Bowl and street areas (250 m²) are available for sessions from 7 to 77 years old. A sport that develops balance and agility. Children aged 6 to 11 must be accompanied by an adult. You can also book introductory or advanced courses during the school vacations, which are offered to children aged 4 and over, and admire their exploits.

The Basque Country at the pace of paddling and kayaking, with professional supervision and tailor-made services. An original and sporty way to discover the ocean and mountains, its coastline and its French and Spanish Basque rivers. On land, from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Bayonne, with customized courses: aqua-rando, airyak, rafting and canoraft. Sea side, from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to San Sebastian or Bayonne: Esquimo kayak, sunset hike. Tailor-made private packages for companies and groups.

Hiking trails around Sainte-Engrâce for all levels, with breathtaking panoramas. Merkatubidea: departure from Camping Ibarra, 6 km, 3h; Ukhumurrutia: departure from Camping Ibarra, 6 km, 3h; Gorges d'Ehujarré: departure from the church, 12 km, 7h30; Murrutchegagné : departure from church, 4 km, 2h30; Espildoy: departure from Auberge Berrieix, 6 km, 4h30; Tour du Pont d'Enfer: departure from Gorges parking lot, 2 km, 50 min; La Verna: departure from Visitor Center, 8 km, 3h30.

Christophe has held a state diploma as a sports educator since 1996, and has found his niche in a passion for sport, in particular Basque pelota, mountain biking and all-terrain scootering. Weighing around 25 kg and equipped with disc brakes, this machine is available after a 30-minute initiation. It gives you the opportunity to ride down Mount Baigura (897 m) to the Baigura leisure center, in a classic or more sporty way (from age 14).

The Trampoline Park is the ultimate in fun and safety, and the latest addition to the Saint-Jean-de-Luz sports scene. Over 1,600 m² are dedicated to trampolining, with basketball dunk, dodgeball, hand court, foam pit, cage ball, ninja warrior... These strategy and sports activities are ideal and safe for families and friends, and are a big hit with enthusiasts of all ages (from 5 to... years). With short hand, you can test your skills on the trampoline, and with basketball, you can score. Ideal for kids and...parents.

The only water ski and wakeboard school in Lahonce, close to Bayonne, since 2007, Julien, a state-certified water ski instructor, introduces children, adults and seniors to the sensations of water sports. On a stable, enclosed 1 km² stretch of water, on an exceptional "spot", towed by a Mastercraft with integrated fat bag and 310 hp of power, with personalized supervision, you'll make rapid progress. Children can experience the joys of water skiing on the introductory bar from age 6. Barefoot, wake, kneeboard, foil surfing...

The underwater world is fascinating! Thanks to the Urpean diving club, you can discover some of the most varied sites on the Basque coast, either solo or accompanied, including the "morutier" wreck at San Sebastian in Spain. Just a few motor turns from the port of Hendaye, the "wall" is one of the most beautiful dives, with a rich and varied fauna. Whether you're looking for a snorkeling trip, a first dive for children or adults, Level 1 or Nitrox training, the club is open to all. And you can also improve your skills by passing your Level 2.

The Etchebri guest house in Anglet is the ideal base for discovering the 11 golf courses within a 30 km radius, which are open all year round. With a wide variety of landscapes, from the ocean to the foothills of the mountains, and close to the Spanish border, it's a golfer's paradise. Brigitte, your host, offers turnkey packages - accommodation and golf lessons. Whether you're looking for an introductory or intensive course, she'll take care of everything, from booking courses to courses and lessons. Introductory courses, advanced courses, weekends with Basckkin massage, dinners, etc...

The Société d'Astronomie des Pyrénées Occidentales was founded in 1973 by Canon Henri Louyat. It has two observatories near Pau, in Saint-Castin (equipped with a 300 mm telescope), and Idron (equipped with an instrument dedicated to observing the Sun). Throughout the year, SAPO organizes conferences, free public observation evenings at the Saint-Castin site, and daytime solar observations and workshops at Idron. The schedule of these events is periodically updated on the association's website.

A passionate river angler, Glenn, who is Irish by birth and Basque at heart, has been a fishing instructor-guide in the Basque Country since 2012. He has developed his skills and knowledge of different techniques, which has given him an in-depth understanding of fish behaviour over the seasons. Trained as a hydrobiologist, his playground is the Nive valley (1,300 km of swimmable stretch), the Lauhribar with its tropical vegetation that makes fishing a bit acrobatic, the Nives de Béhérobie, d'Arnéguy, des Aldudes and so on.

In Bidart, come and try the fastest ball sport in the world with two Cesta Punta world champions, Patxi and Jon Tambourindeguy. 2 brothers who will share their passion with you and offer introductory courses in Basque pelota on the finest pediments. Converted to cestero (basket maker) and pelotero (ball maker), they invite you to their workshop in Bidart to discover the art of making and repairing chisteras, and will teach you the techniques of the game so that you can progress in a friendly atmosphere. Advanced courses.

"Well-being is created through well-doing" This is the motto of this concept, but it's also the intelligent gym that reconciles the physical and the mental based on yoga, modern gymnastics and martial arts. This (worldwide) practice is inspired by Eastern gymnastics for concentration and fluidity of movement, and strengthens muscles, increases flexibility and improves health. Isabelle, your personal trainer, offers classes for all levels, from beginner to advanced, and also outdoors, at Lake Marion and on the beach.

Hydratechnic (formerly BungyPump) has revolutionized the walking stick by integrating a 20 cm pump system combined with resistance that can vary from 4 to 10 muscles. It's a bit like the 7-league boot 3.0! Eric, the inventor, manufactures and sells from his new store in Lahonce, and delivers throughout France and beyond... For everyone, beginners, those returning to activity, occasional or top-level sportsmen and women. Training courses are also available. Thalasso centers, leisure centers, back schools and national federations all use these magic sticks.

Rise above the world with Sylvain and his team on a fully personalized tour, discovering unexplored landscapes, wildlife, local people and their environment. Sylvain will introduce you to or perfect your skills in summer and winter mountain activities. With 30 specialized circuits in each sector, the Basque Country offers unique experiences with the possibility of bivouacking. Training courses are also available, covering observation, mountain orientation and avalanche rescue.

On the famous Cavaliers beach in Anglet, 5 minutes from Biarritz, Mathieu and his team of qualified instructors, with over 20 years' experience, organize, advise and introduce surfing to all ages. The school is certified by the French Surfing Federation. Lessons are scheduled according to the tides. In rough weather, the surf school can take you to more suitable spots. Lessons, courses, school and accommodation are also available during the week. The surf school has a new permanent structure on the beach, with an on-site shower.

Embark on a canoe or a paddle and let yourself be carried by the calm waters of the Gave. Glide along the green banks and enjoy the calm and serenity of the surrounding nature. Whether you are alone, in couple, with family or friends, Orthez Nautique offers quality equipment and courses adapted to all levels, from beginners to the most experienced. Qualified instructors ensure a safe practice. Possibility to practice rafting and white water swimming. To test : an escape game on the Gave river.

Welcome to Kaska 64, the training center open to all. Here, various combat and self-defense sports are taught. KRAV MAGA, KMRED, French boxing, sparring techniques. Who hasn't experienced a bad encounter one day and, there, it's hard not to put yourself in the place of the victim. What are the gestures that save ? KMRED is a simple, direct and efficient fighting discipline that is for everyone, children, women and men, and allows you to better defend yourself or to simply practice in leisure mode.

The professional team at PlanetOcean in Hendaye offers individual or group diving sessions from the Betiko all year round. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, we offer training courses at various levels. For beginners, the DSD experience (one pool dive and one sea dive) and snorkeling trips are ideal. PlanetOcean is also developing Freediving. Since 2005, it has been one of the top diving centers in France.

NCKD invites you to explore the splendor of the Basque Country by canoe or kayak under the supervision of an experienced instructor. A wide range of workshops is available, including raids, nature observation, sea fishing, baptisms, aqua-hikes, multi-slide courses and more. NCKD, as a small itinerant structure, designs its excursions to measure, adapting its programs according to weather conditions.

Any loan from Pau, with two possible entries, in Laroin, on foot, through the spectacular footbridge or in Pau Lescar, behind Carrefour, this superb site, in full nature, after long years of ambitious restructuring is ready. A restaurant, chalets and this fishing centre… another world you discover, far from the nuisance of the city so close. A new generation paradise that is highly appreciated by sports fishermen who have 70 ha of water on 2 lakes, making this place, the largest fishing centre in France fly. The choice is 3 proposals. The reservoir flies: Several options for this first 15 ha fly fishing tank, high quality water, populated with salmonids from 3 to 4 pounds, water, boat or float tube. From May to mid-October, fishing for sturgeon and carp will be of interest to fishers, of course, as well as summer fisheries. On the big lake it will be the carp fishing kingdom from March to December: large carp, sturgeon, wells, leurres fishing (perch and gros pike), November to March on 35 ha in no-kill. All year fishing at the beginning and English. A beautiful structure that also offers cottages to stay.

580 m² of colorful, fun play area for children (0-12 years). Toboggans, trampolines, tunnels, a ball pool, giant table soccer, a spider tower and a climbing wall are all available for indoor exercise in a maze-like, perfectly safe environment. Enfantasque has even thought of the little ones (0-2 years) with a dedicated, enclosed play area. There's also a relaxation area, sweet and savoury snacks (fresh produce and "homemade" cakes) and attraction surveillance screens. A festive place, perfectly suited to birthday parties.

Founded in 1931, the Elan Béarnais is the club of Pau, Lacq and Orthez (EBPLO). It remained among the first in France between 1996 and 2004, and during these years, world-class players were starting out and then joining the NBA. After a descent in Pro B, the return among the "big" was done in 2009. It now has 7 national titles, 3 Ace trophies, 1 Ace week, 4 French Cups (the last one in 2022), not to mention its 30 consecutive European qualifications which constitute a national record.

The Billère municipal swimming pool has two large, pleasant pools: one indoors and one outdoors (as well as a small outdoor pool for children). Open all year round, swimming lessons are available for all levels, from beginners to experienced swimmers. It's an ideal place to learn to swim, perfect your skills or discover aquagym. In summer, it's the ideal place for families to relax, sunbathe and swim in peace and quiet... The pool also boasts a huge lawn for lounging on sunny days. An oasis of freshness, relaxation and leisure in the city.

What if music could change the world? In Pau, this utopia is taken very seriously. For the past fifteen years, a fine team led by conductor Fayçal Karoui has been sowing the seeds of music in the hearts and fingers of hundreds of children from every district. Instruments are loaned free of charge, and a restored former convent has become a place for learning and sharing. The concerts, each one crazier than the last, are played at the bottom of buildings, in halls large and small, and bring together an emotional crowd. Proof that Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel's orchestra of solidarity has spread throughout the world and... all the way to Pau! Long live El Camino!

During the school vacations, Anglet Tourisme is offering an introduction to Basque pelota, the king of sports in the Basque Country, taught by a qualified sports instructor at the El Hogar covered left-hand wall. This sport takes the form of several games and can be played at any age. Initiation takes place in groups, under the guidance of Oihan, who will introduce you to all the specialties: barehand, pala, xare and chistera. Sports baptism, the activity is practiced on a dedicated indoor site.

Already 10 years old, the Au Creux des Cimes accrobranche is located in the heart of the trees near the Cénitz beach in Guéthary. Attendance continues to grow, with an average of 400 children per season. the site features 16 workshops and 5 zip lines. Marc, the manager, directs and supervises young and old alike, equipping them with harnesses, karabiners and other age-appropriate equipment. Each child is given an introduction to the activity so that he or she can learn the instructions. This activity, which calls on agility and motor skills, will delight the whole family!

Come as you are, "hands in your pockets". Isabelle Parier, a multi-graduate plastician, is pleased to provide you with everything you need to guide you in creation. Its courses are aimed at everyone regardless of age (both children and adults) and without prior training. It is not aimed at learning techniques but just sharing ideas, it will be able to hold in the imagination of each one a starting point and exploit the spontaneous initiative. Painting, pastels, fatty pencils, collages, all forms of artistic expressions are used. Perhaps the occasion to discover a soul of artist. 

Discover Park Jump Academy in the IKEA/Ametzondo Shopping mall. A 1,500 m² indoor playground for young and old. A trampoline park with a giant foam pit, a big airbag and Ninja Warrior, a kids' zone, a free-motion virtual reality area and a clubhouse for nibbles between 2 sessions. Activities for adults, groups, works councils and seminars. No more headaches when it comes to organizing birthdays and special events. Jump Academy takes care of everything. All activities are supervised by professionals.

Born from the passion of its instructor, Céline Guitou, this dance association will enable you to discover or perfect your swing in the best conditions. Good humor and lots of laughs are always part of every lesson, during which dances from the 20s are studied, including Lindy, Balboa, Shag, West Coast Swing... Fun, lively choreography is tailored to suit each individual's level, and Céline is happy to explain everything in detail so that every move is a mystery to you. A class that will transport you in rhythm and form!

At the MJC, the Rock'n'roll Passion association offers weekly rock'n'roll classes all year round. This long-established rock'n'roll class in Pau offers quality lessons at an attractive price. Lessons are given by the association's own instructors or by other outside contributors, guided by a desire to pass on their know-how and enable participants to deepen and perfect various dances. One Saturday a month, rock evenings are organized from 10pm to 2am. The club also offers country dancing classes, which also demand energy and concentration! Information and booking: on the association's website.

From the age of 10, Les Guides de Bains Angloys introduces you to coastal lifesaving, with first aid training. Affiliated with the French Lifesaving Federation, the club prepares you for your lifeguard diploma. If you're in good physical condition and comfortable in the water, these courses will give you a better understanding of the ocean, its waves and currents. And take part in competitions! The store sells sweatshirts, T-shirts...

A city we love is a city where resource places like this one are nestled. To cross the threshold is to sniff out stimulating discoveries! Whether you are a craftsman, a creator, a designer, a student, a DIY enthusiast or simply curious, this place is for you. This vast, bright, wooded space offers workshops in basketry, ecological resin, ceramics or cyanotype, a digital 3D printing and laser cutting lab, a superbly equipped wood workshop, a custom manufacturing service and a beautiful boutique. The creators in residence exchange, share and reveal their work to the amazed visitors. You can also eat there from Wednesday to Saturday!

The Bureau des Guides de Pau is your gateway to the natural wonders of the Pyrenees. With a team of experienced and passionate guides, we offer a variety of mountain experiences, whether you're a novice or an expert. Whether it's climbing, hiking, skiing or other outdoor adventures, our guides will accompany you safely through breathtaking scenery. They share not only their expertise, but also their love of nature and the mountains. Whether you're looking for an exciting adventure or a quiet getaway, the Bureau des Guides de Pau is here to guide you to unforgettable experiences.

The Rafting and Canoeing Club was created in 1962 by the USCN (Union Sportive Coarraze-Nay). Thus, all year round, the inhabitants of the Gaves have the possibility to practice river descents, alone, with their family or in groups, supervised by professionals. For the novices, rafting allows to discover white water in complete safety. The most courageous or the most athletic can navigate on more autonomous boats (hot-dog, kayak). The club participates in numerous sports competitions, the good results of which are the pride of the establishment. Training courses are regularly offered in order to discover the discipline or to perfect one's practice.

In the village of Susmiou located at 3 km from Navarrenx, Hervé Baltar is a qualified fishing instructor-guide. He will allow you to discover the modern techniques for the fishing of salmonids: trout fario with the fly and the natural baits, Atlantic salmon and shad. This specialist of the Béarn gaves adapts his teaching to your level and to the water conditions to give you a maximum of chance to touch fish. You will discover the rivers and especially the Gave d'Oloron. This fishing guide has a lake where you can train all year round.

Baptism initiation ULM, Walk in ULM, Fly by plane, Baptism in air on a tandem, etc. Pilotage patents also. With a novelty since spring 2010, the rental of the CTLS ELA from INNOVAIR, the new generation of flight design aircraft flight design, the CTLS includes many equipments and modifications that increase comfort and performance. It is able to connect Paris to Gilbraltar, Lisbon or Rome for journeys up to 1600 km with reservations.

This long-established club, founded in 1954, has proved its worth. Its objective today is not only to train competitors, but above all to teach this martial art from an early age. An Eveil judo section is perfectly orchestrated for 4- and 5-year-olds by state-certified instructors who also run classes for young and old alike, focusing on learning techniques, but also and above all on self-control: controlling violence, falls, balance, expression... A wide range of activities are taught, including judo of course, but also jujitsu and self-defence or taïso (body balance).

Founded in 1856, the Pau Golf Club, the oldest golf course on the European continent, is now over 150 years old. This typically British private golf course, open to all, spreads out its fairways at the foot of the Pyrenees on a 34-hectare course. For practice, golfers have at their disposal a 15-place driving range, five of which are covered, two putting greens, 11 covered and 15 outdoor greens fee, and a 3-hole approach zone. The clubhouse, with its bar-restaurant, bridge lounge, modern changing rooms and pro-shop, is the perfect place to unwind after a hard day's play. For beginners or advanced players, state-certified instructors offer individual and group lessons, and even courses on request.