Where to practice an individual sport Aquitaine

This equestrian club, founded in 1956, has over 580 members, 5 grooms, 4 instructors and an instructor. Just 5 minutes from the beaches and the Chiberta forest, in the heart of the town, it's the ideal place to enjoy horse-riding as a leisure activity for all levels. The Club House, with its catering area, is equipped with teaching facilities: a covered riding arena, a "paddock" arena, a "sandpit" competition arena, a cross-country course...

Basque pelota is a universally played game, combining several ball games derived from the Jeu de Paume. The superb fronton in the heart of the village is still alive and well in Guéthary. One of the Federation's oldest clubs was founded here, nicknamed La Mecque du grand chistera. Olharroa has seen many great champions, the most prestigious of whom was Albert Harispe. Today, the club also plays cesta punta and paleta pelote gomme, and every year hosts numerous events, demonstrations and pelota festivals, with ever-growing numbers of players.

Between the sky, the mountains and the sea, everything here invites you to take a stroll along the paths laid out for this purpose, such as the El Cano fishermen's path, also close to the shore, where you can cycle or walk. If you're a jogger, don't hesitate to take this path... There are two ways to explore the village on foot. You'll find explanatory signs on some of the paths. These walks take less than two hours to complete, and allow you to discover part of the Basque heritage and the village of Guéthary.

A beautiful 4,700 m, par 67, two 9-hole courses on 35 ha. Specialists will tell you that the first 9 holes, with their undulating terrain, require technique and precision. The last nine are at the foot of the mountains, but with numerous water obstacles. The children of Louis Génin, who have been running this golf course on the family estate since 1992, designed it with the natural terrain nestling in the heart of the Pyrenean valleys in mind. Overlooking the site, Etxegoïna offers 4 year-round gîtes (with parking and terrace), combined with golf practice.

Built on an old quarry in the early 1900s and inaugurated in 1907, this hilly course between ocean and mountain is very popular. Golfers come from far and wide to pass the famous quarry, named Zarra after the days when the links were the setting for competitions between Spanish and English golfers. The 1st Open International de France was held here in the 1970s. The course is typically British with its variations. Golf de la Nivelle is a club where enthusiasts come together to share moments of conviviality.

Specialized in seaside fishing, we find it everywhere, at the boat show, at the sea festival, at the France-Spain fishing competition, at the Bidassoa challenge and even at the qualifying fishing competition for the French championship.

Located in the Parc des Sports at Hendaye plage, Hendaye TC is a tennis club offering top-quality facilities. Players can enjoy 7 outdoor clay courts, 3 of which are floodlit, as well as a floodlit resin court and 2 indoor clay courts. Thanks to a climate that is temperate in summer and mild in winter, tennis can be played outdoors all year round. The club also boasts a clubhouse with a shaded terrace and a bar, offering a convivial atmosphere and friendly contacts.

Introductory and advanced sessions, hikes, walks and courses for adults and children are available all year round. Nestling between the River Nive and the mountains, the heights of Ustaritz offer a wealth of original nature walks. In addition, participation in local events such as the Andalusian parade in Saint-Jean-de-Luz and the horse festival organized at the equestrian center are offered.

Cambo-les-Bains is a town with tennis facilities for enthusiasts of the sport. The Cambo-les-Bains tennis club has three courts with two different types of surface. The club also offers services such as racket stringing, equipment loans and equipment sales. For those wishing to take lessons, the club has a teaching team of qualified instructors.

A great idea for a family outing. By a towpath transformed into a track, it is possible to reach Bayonne. A pleasant walk reserved for pedestrians, cyclists, rollerbladers and horse riders. The preservation of the banks of the Nive and its development belong to the mixed syndicate of the Nive maritime made up of the towns of Bayonne, Bassussary, Villefranque and Ustaritz. A preserved site, a space of peace, of nature and one sometimes crosses pilgrims coming from the four corners of the world.

Take a walk with Patxi and join him for a sunset in the heart of the Basque mountains. On this hike, you'll meet the inhabitants of our countryside, such as sheep, pottoks and maybe even griffon vultures. Enjoy a convivial gourmet break with a peasant snack, and when night falls, light your way with a headlamp. The distance is 6 km, with an ascent of +200 m, for a total duration of 4 hours.

Looking for a day full of discovery and excitement? Take off on an adventure, accompanied by a guide specialized in flora and fauna, with a special focus on the emblematic bird of the Basque mountains: the griffon vulture. This experience is open to all, and will allow you to delve into the history of the smugglers and the legends of the Laminak, while being close to the vultures' nests, which you can observe through binoculars.

The Olhaldea equestrian center invites you to enjoy nature escapades, offering genuine multi-day trips with a varied range of rides suitable for all levels. The themes on offer can be chosen à la carte, including the discovery of Sare and the three Basque provinces. Whether for an hour, a half-day or a full day, itineraries can link sites such as Sare, Zugarramurdi and Ainhoa.

You can buy a topo-guide listing about thirty marked itineraries in the Saint-Palais area and hiking sheets for the whole of the Basque Country at the Tourist Information Office. In July and August, ask for the summer guide which proposes hikes with mountain guides, locals who tell you about their country. Without taking the car, you can go on foot on the Saint-Sauveur hill on the Xibaltare path (2 hours round trip): a very beautiful panorama on the Basque and Bearn Pyrenees awaits you there.

In the series of gaves, rivers, torrents and streams... the Gave du Saison, the central axis of the Soule, 54 kilometres and 400 kilometres with its tributaries, from the Gave de Larrau and the Gave de Sainte-Engrâce, presents the most beautiful fishing course! Classified in 1st category, this river lends itself to all types of fishing, but mainly to fly fishing or fishing with the toc; the trout are very "biting" from April, wild, called fario! (Specific cartography available at the Tourist Office of Soule de Tardets).

We've come a long way since the Chantaco golf course was inaugurated in 1928, with immediate success and a host of world-famous personalities who have frequented the course ever since. Some of the biggest names in French professional golf have made a name for themselves, especially victories at the highest level. The golf course has always been run by a member of the Lacoste family, and it is now, under the impetus of Jean-Marie Lacoste, grandson of René Lacoste, that the course is meeting the standards of the most demanding French golf courses. The greens have been reconfigured, all the tee boxes enlarged, the bunkers redesigned and, facing the Rhune mountain, the practice range has been redesigned to make it even more user-friendly. Chantaco, this legendary golf course, is once again a must-see destination in the Basque Country, combining tradition and modernity and perfectly suited to all levels of play. It's a friendly place, open to all, beginners or experienced players, where you can share a cross-generational sport on a preserved site. The clubhouse, also renovated in the Art Deco style of the 1930s, is home to the chef's restaurant, which serves seasonal, locavore cuisine to players, visitors and tourists alike. The golf course is also an ideal venue for corporate seminars. "Put your grey matter to work! A whole world dedicated to this noble sport, which is gaining in popularity in France. Chantaco's historical and gastronomic heritage and the ocean are just a drive away.

Respecting the animal, its environment and its safety are the essential rules to transmit beautiful values to children from 4 years old. Accessible to all, the Menusé riding school welcomes young and old to discover or improve their skills in many equestrian disciplines (show jumping, dressage, archery, driving...). During the summer, two to three day rides are offered in the Gers or Gironde.

Geoffrey, a professional coach, is developing this sporting discipline and fitness method in the Basque Country, directly from the USA. No need for equipment or other gyms, because here the real gym is the beach, the forest... Shorts and tennis shoes are all you need, and above all the desire to run, jump, climb trees, swim and rediscover your natural movements. With 100% comfort and conviviality in a guest house with garden.

The mount Ursuya dominates all the Country of Hasparren; we see it above the 10 villages lying at its feet. Any walker can reach it (678 m). Start from the fronton of the Celhay and Urcuray district and ask for information because the two proposed hikes are of different difficulty and duration. Along the way, there are explanatory stones and information on the richness of the Ursuya and the pastoral activity of these places. You will know everything about the protohistoric remains, ancient paths, pottoks, shepherds. Up there, an exceptional panorama.

The Pic d'Orhy dominates the village of Larrau and is the highest peak (2,017 m) in the Basque Country, west of the Pyrenees, on the Franco-Spanish border. Like many other peaks, it lives on in the legends told by the Souletin, Oyenhart, in the days when birds... spoke. A high-mountain territory to be explored only in fine weather, to take full advantage of the panoramic views from the summit. Hikes for young and old, with no great difficulty apart from a small rocky bar to cross. A must during your stay in Soule.

Eugène Ondars, a state-certified guide approved by Jeunesse et Sport, offers a variety of itineraries for unforgettable hikes. With his in-depth knowledge of the Basque mountains, he can guide you on 3- to 7-day tours, including bivouacs, through places such as Hendaye, Ossès, Roncevaux and the Saison valley. In addition, 2-hour rides for beginners and day excursions on horseback are also on the program.

Alexis, who has been a caving enthusiast for over 15 years, takes you off the beaten track into his mineral universe, which holds no secrets. Specialized in caving and canyoning, you'll discover the mountain environment in complete safety, in both summer and winter conditions. His playground is near Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, 50 km from Bayonne. When it comes to canyoning (towards Mauléon or Tardets), aquatic trekking is fun too. Depending on your mood and your level of fitness, you can discover the splendours of the mountains.

Departing from Bordeaux, this superb 54 km cycle path takes you through the beautiful Entre-deux-Mers countryside to Créon. Nature lovers will see vineyards, valleys, bastides and a host of Romanesque monuments pass before their eyes. With its gentle slopes, this pretty greenway is suitable for the whole family, even Sunday sports enthusiasts. Almost entirely paved, it is also suitable for rollerbladers and pedestrians.

In addition to the boat and canoe trips offered by the Maison de la Nature du Bassin d'Arcachon, located at the entrance to the Parc Ornithologique, there is another area dedicated to nature and family leisure activities. This leisure center has over 20 years' experience in welcoming the public. Here (almost) everything is possible: kayak or canoe hire, with a choice of two routes of 10 or 20 km, bike hire for exploring the basin's trails, and guided horseback rides in the forest and along the river (allow 1 hour).

Le Vélo Rouge is the mobile "toolbox" for our forgotten bikes in our attics, but also for more recent, modern cycles and VAEs of all makes. Alexis, our "MacGyver", criss-crosses the Basque country and beyond, driving his rolling workshop, recognizable by its... red cross, to your home or holiday resort, to resurrect your forgotten bicycle from the attic. It's also a sedentary workshop for the repair, rental and sale of children's and adult bikes, classic and electric.

Near Bayonne, on the banks of the River Nive, surrounded by 15 hectares of meadows, a veritable paradise for the well-being of ponies, horses and riders, the "Niv'au Galop Club" riding center offers equestrian activities all year round. Children and adults are supervised by a qualified instructor; the center, which has a 40 x 20 and 15 x 15 riding arena, a 60 x 35 arena and boxes, also offers riding lessons. Preparation and improvement courses, dressage exams with accommodation. A recognized center.

At the helm of Robin's Forest is Gregory Pigneguy, a talented archer who has participated in numerous national and international competitions. He has set up 2-hour sessions for a group of 6 archers under the guidance of an instructor. On the program: archery course in the forest in complete safety, Battle Archery field, blowpipe shooting or Sagaie shooting (the ancestor of archery in the prehistoric period). Children from 7 years old are allowed. Shooting areas to be tested in Soulac, Lacanau and Montalivet.

Go down the Col d'Ibardin on a 100% eco-friendly all-terrain scooter. It's a natural activity that takes you off the beaten track and gives you a different view of mountain descents. Without being intrepid, it remains a more or less sporting activity, depending on your level. You set off from the summit of the Col d'Ibardin on your pedal-less machine with 26-inch tires in a standing position, and the descent lasts 1h30 with 40 km of autonomy. Light and maneuverable with its 2 drive wheels, the mountain scooter is similar to a downhill mountain bike.

Contact this organization or visit its website for all the information you need about hunting in the area. The Fédération départementale is responsible for managing large game, mainly deer and wild boar, when it comes to limiting the damage they cause to crops and natural vegetation. In the case of wild boar, efforts are concentrated on the Landes de Gascogne, where this suidae is on the increase.

A must-see address, recognizable by its frontage with a gigantic racing bike above the store entrance in Bidart! Store for bikes (top brands), accessories, clothing, assembly, customization, repairs and rentals. Experienced and experienced professionals advise you on the choice and rental of bicycles: mechanical, electric, city, racing, VTC, mountain bikes... from selected and international brands. They can also give a new lease of life to your old bike, forgotten in a garage.

The Nivelle, a European river of 39 km, crosses the Spanish territory and then, in its great majority, the French territory on the communes of Ainhoa, Sare, Ciboure and flows into the bay of St-Jean-de-Luz. Totally classified in 1st category and Index River by the ICES (International Council for the Exploitation of the Sea) and blue axis by the SDAGE (Master plan of Development and Management of Water). We fish the fario trout, present on the Nivelle and in its tributaries (more than 90 streams). Here, 10/100th or 12/100th line leaders are de rigueur.

On the edge of Lac de Clarens, this bike rental shop is not only highly visible, but also located on the Voie Verte So Vélo and close to other cycling routes. From Casteljaloux, sports enthusiasts and spa-goers alike will appreciate the opportunity to set off on two wheels. The range of bikes on offer is varied: men's, women's, children's, electric-assist, trackers, mountain bikes... Not forgetting accessories: trailers (for luggage, children, pets), panniers, helmets... Special rates for families with two or more children. Repair shop.

Casteljaloux Town Hall invites you to take part in a fun orienteering race around Lac de Clarens. An ideal family activity. Of course, the course can also be run solo. It's a great way to run while having fun and learning something new. With the help of the discovery map, you have to find 12 markers and try to recognize 12 trees and shrubs. Course maps can be downloaded or obtained from the Tourist Office counter.

Long but easy, this loop crosses the moors of Saint-Cyr, Bellevue, Pouchicaut, Luxurguey or Piquemousque, among the many patches of forest in the vast commune of Allons. You pass the Largenté farm before entering the Landes. From bevelled lanes to grassy paths, from sandy tracks to stone paths, under pines and oaks, over bridges over streams, past a dovecote, the route is particularly bucolic.

This 17.7 km, 4.5 hr hike, with its 390 m vertical drop, is ideal for sports enthusiasts and offers a variety of landscapes. You'll hike along the hillsides between the Landes forest and the Garonne valley. You'll come across woods with dovecotes, meadows with Blondes d'Aquitaine cattle, cornfields and panoramic views of Casteljaloux and the Pyrenees on a clear day. You'll see ruined churches and two well-preserved ones: one with a wall steeple in Veyries, the other with a pointed steeple in Sainte-Gemme-Martaillac.

Just 3 minutes from the center of the village of Amou, on the road to Brassempouy, l'Accrobranche Amou is designed for children aged 5 and over, and adults too! Just like on the ski slopes, you'll have a choice of 9 courses from green to black, including 2 100% zip-line courses for thrill-seekers. Groups, even for special events (birthdays, EVG/EVJF, etc.), must book at least 7 days in advance. All equipment is provided. Please note that pets are not allowed on the park. Reservations are highly recommended for individuals.

This campsite has plenty to offer: you can pitch your tent, park your caravan or motorhome, go hiking or cycling, have a drink in the bar or a meal in the restaurant. But what interests anglers most of all is the opportunity to dip their rods in the lake. All they have to do is pay a fixed fee to the campsite owners. This package is available to all anglers holding a fishing licence.

Welcome to Ecuries Mont Royal! Dressage, show jumping, cross-country, competition, pony games... And accompanied rides. Taking advantage of a vast 12-hectare playground, the Mont Royal stables have mapped out two signposted routes for shetland rides for 3-year-olds and over (30 min). Allow 1 hour for accompanied forest walks. The outing to Lac d'Azur (2h) is for experienced riders. On site, the traditional half-timbered house dating from 1891 has been converted into a 4-bedroom gîte... and stalls for your horses, of course!

This short, easy hike (with a cumulative elevation gain of 200 meters) covers around ten kilometers and offers pleasant climbs and wide panoramic views over the wooded expanses of the Gascony hillsides. On this itinerary, which alternates between grassy and sandy tracks, gravel paths and asphalt driveways, you'll come across a pretty old farmhouse, take a ridge section, pass a charming stream, come across the Château de Malvirade, enjoy a view of the village of Bouglon in the distance... A varied and attractive hike. Allow 3 hours' walk, 1 hour 30 minutes on horseback, 1 hour 10 minutes on mountain bike.

The Périgueux golf course offers an 18-hole course accessible to all, demanding for good players and fun for beginners. A 9-hole Pitch&Putt, a chipping zone and a driving range complete the facilities.

On the banks of the Isle and the Beauronne river, everyone will appreciate this island of calm only 5 minutes from the historic centre of Périgueux. You will be welcome in this club open to all.

Reservations for departures are possible online, by phone or at the reception. Free initiation on the^1st Sunday of each month.

Whether you're an intrepid beginner or a seasoned angler, whether you're on your own, with your family or in a group, we're here to help you discover the world of fishing. In the enchanting setting of Sare, one of France's most beautiful villages, Guillaume, a qualified instructor and fishing guide, invites you to explore the pleasures of fishing for Basque trout, which are 100% wild, in rivers. Varied waterways such as the Nivelle, Nive and lakes, as well as the exceptional Spanish rivers nearby, provide a vast playground for this wonderful experience.

Getting back into sport with Fit Fight, which offers group and individual classes, allows you to progress at your own pace. Classes focus on boxing (without opposition), muscle strengthening, flexibility and cardio. With experienced, state-certified coaches, you can have fun and tone your body at the same time. Room equipped with electro-muscular stimulation (EMS) or a 20-minute session = 4 hours of muscle-building. Register your child from age 4!