The best fashion and gift stores Vélo Pays Basque

You want to make a gift or bring back a souvenir from the Basque Country? You are in the right place. In this pretty store, you will find hundreds of original, trendy, out of the ordinary and "made in France" ideas. Bérangère and Florence rigorously select all their products and will advise you according to your desires and your budget. You'll probably even want to buy everything once you get there! Decoration, linen, carpets, candles, dishes, surfboards, fancy bracelets... Always a warm and smiling welcome.

In addition to the usual services, the Office has its own concept store, THE showcase for local creative know-how. The main theme is Anglet and its art of living, sports, nature and... surfing. Each item presented is unique, and has been designed in relation to one or more of Anglet's key features: books, home decor, children's items, tableware, sweet and savory gourmet boxes, and surprises for gift ideas.

The window displays are constantly updated with the latest releases, playing up the transparency with written comments... in pen, please, from the most seductive to the worst, from the unknown author to the most famous. There's no room for complacency, and frankness is the order of the day at this bookshop, which opened over 36 years ago and specializes in literature, non-fiction and fine books in general. With regular book signings by literary personalities.

Access: Shop Espadrilles of Mauléon to downtown Mauléon.

History: Mauléon is the capital of the espadrilles, this authentic produced of the Basque country, entirely designed and made in a family business founded in 1977. La Maison Prodiso is run since the original Errecart by the family. Prodiso remains one of the last professional travelers espadrilles bent hand in France, in the historic cradle of the espadrilles. The know-how of the house is combined with the maintenance of the tradition of sandal maker and the creation of fashion.

Features: The Prodiso espadrilles are unique items, fruit traditional experience of the sandal maker, they are put at the last style, designed and made in a traditional way in a workshop in Mauléon, in the heart of the Basque country. All the amenities are bent by hand using natural, ecological and biodegradable materials such as jute, cotton and leather. The gestures of production precise and skilful for one are bent perfect. The models are exclusive.

Products: A range of espadrilles- size 23 to 47 for men, women and child- declined in 17 colours, plain or striped. Price direct sales.

Smart: Chance view the video presenting the factory or visits factory for groups of 20 people minimum (moderate financial participation). The Councils of the house: for the espadrilles with soles punts out of cord or vulcanized, to choose your exact size, for the whole of the espadrilles with heel (3.2 mm, 4.5 mm, 6.5 mm) to envisage a size of less.

Ephemeral shop: direct sales in the shop of downtown Mauléon. Price of factory.

Just a stone's throw from the Cathedral, in Bayonne's historic pedestrian center, you'll find the " Les Explorateurs Modernes " boutique, a concentration of up-to-the-minute designers and artisans "made in France and the Basque Country" in the worlds of fashion, interior design, jewelry, art and children's products. An attractive boutique where Jessica welcomes you. Designer herself under the name of Ame, of bags and accessories, she presents her own work and that of ethical and eco-responsible creators who evolve every month.

The Maison Darrigade (named after the former world champion cyclist) has been the place to buy newspapers and browse the shelves in search of literary, sporting, tourist or gastronomic finds since 1970. From general literature, French and foreign, to art, history, current affairs, bridge, esoterica, sport, comics and the daily press (25,000 items). Ideally located before heading to the nearby beach.

This boutique in the heart of Espelette is renowned for its handcrafted espadrilles. There's something for every budget, every style, every taste... You'll discover a wide range of classic women's and men's plain, striped and floral espadrilles made in Mauléon, as well as a fine selection of wedge models - from renowned Spanish brands. Here, we surf on trends, materials and colors, with an emphasis on quality and comfort. Chic, casual and trendy, the espadrille is more than just an accessory: it's a lifestyle, a philosophy that complements any outfit.

So practical and essential for locals and tourists alike is this store dedicated to press, books, but also souvenirs stamped with the name of the village, and even the name of the sign, with its little rosé or white wine from the region. Parlementia beers, T-shirts, sun creams, writers' signings and more. Voie Une, because the establishment, which is in front of the SNCF train stop, is separated from the nearby ocean by the railroad line. The store is also a post office where you can find almost anything.

The Etxe Mia window alone is an invitation to enter! A warm welcome and a passion for decoration. Treat yourself and others! A store that offers a beautiful range of decorative objects, accessories, lighting, tableware, rugs, cushions, sofas " made in France", armchairs, coffee tables... carefully selected to suit all tastes and budgets. Joëlle and Laurence brilliantly surf on trends, design, colors and originality, and you'll always be well advised. A must-see!

100% made in France. A wonderful adventure that has its origins in Béarn - the famous headdress - and continues in the Basque Country at Bayonne. The manufacturing process is unique and secret. In France, it's still as popular as ever, because it's more timeless than ever, and is exported all over the world! Take a tour of the production workshop-showroom and discover all its variations, adapting to every turn of the head. Treat yourself, treat others; leave with one (or more) beautiful pieces at factory prices.

Sanùk création is a boutique dedicated to the world of minerals, where fine stones are transformed into unique, original jewelry. Both a cutting workshop and a meeting place, "Sanùk" is a Thai philosophy symbolizing joie de vivre, pleasure and entertainment. Hence the quest of Caroline and Sylvain, who, on returning from their expeditions each year, transform semi-precious stones on a silver base into necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings... in collaboration with other craftsmen.

Since 1960, espadrilles have been made the old-fashioned way! The success of these old-fashioned shoes has returned with a renewed interest in handmade and natural materials (jute soles, natural rubber...). In this boutique, you'll find the classic espadrille in cotton, plain or striped, the 1930 and a whole range of shoes for women, men and children. Other boutiques: Soorts-Hossegor, Capbreton, Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains, Arcachon, Bayonne and Pau.

At the foot of the cathedral, this independent bookshop specializing in local and Basque-language books offers almost 130,000 titles on 150 m² of floor space. With a wide choice of general and Basque literature, meetings with authors, multicultural events and university books. CDs, DVDs, books, games, stationery and a ticketing service are also available. Its long-standing quest for excellence has made it a beacon of Basque culture. The choice is yours!

In this creative workshop, fragrant with the scent of leather, magical hands create a wide range of bags and small leather goods. In the Manufactoum workshop-boutique, Sandrine Bordenave, assisted by Christelle Oses and young journeymen, work with rare and exceptional leathers. Selected leathers are handcrafted on site and transformed into bags, belts, key-rings... From original models to more classic pieces, the creations. It's the Hermès universe that's in the air here, as Sandrine did her apprenticeship there.

We know Rodon jewelry in Biarritz and the workshop run by the grandson of this great house, and now we find it in Saint-Jean-de-Luz with the Rodon range, of course, but not only. The Basque jewel, the Basque cross, the pala, the chistera... in silver and gold are available in a complete range, pendants, rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, medals... With ever more creations. Basque jewelry designers since 1940, our jewelry is made in 18-carat gold and 925/000 silver, and officially hallmarked.

Why 1910 ? It is simply a piece of the history of weaving that begins with Calixte and Anastasie who create Tissages Lartigue in Oloron-Sainte-Marie. From 1910 to today, it is a long and beautiful story that continues with Philippe Lartigue. In this store of 250 m², you can visit the workshop where we retrace the path of the fabric. In the end, a collection revisited all year round with shimmering colors around Basque and bayadère stripes.

Here you'll find a vast showroom with a workshop, a professional mechanic, a rental area for VAEs and traditional bikes for families and sports enthusiasts, a spare parts area where you can put together your own bike thanks to the choice of parts and the advice of our two professionals. And a relaxation area where you can sit back and enjoy a coffee or soda. There's also advice on guided or unguided rides, whether you're looking for a discovery tour or a sporty one: the coastline and surrounding area, gourmet and gentle rides, and for thrill-seekers.

AndaLouz is a textile designer. In her boutique-workshop, you can find her creations inspired by geometry and flowers. Cushions with removable covers for indoor or outdoor use, rugs, placemats... Textiles are customizable in size and colors. The products designed by AndaLouz rub shoulders with other designer products and French brands such as bags, clutches and accessories from Ame (Biarriz) or baby booties from Easy Peasy. But you can also fall in love with Koziol kitchen accessories made of circular organic thermoplastic.

" Adishatz "means hello, goodbye, goodbye, finally it's a gascondo expression to greet each other. This shop has just made a new appearance. The line is always the same, highlighting products and articles designed, designed and manufactured mostly in the Landes and in the southwest. " Single pieces "bags made from air chambers and tires, wallet, scarves, floated wood objects, wooden bowling games, baby shoes, books from the publishing house" small berts ", Artiga canvas pillows, snows, tee -shirts and berrets of the brand Adishatz or Laulhère, designer clothes (Isa Mayso) and full of small objects. Sports clubs or individuals, entrust your textiles to Adishatz which provides personalized silkscreen. Food side, different beers of the brewers in the area, local and lemonade, wines from the Dunes, Madiran, Jurançon, Château Laballe, etc. The novelty is the «S' nach bar», inside or on the terrace. Tasting of local products in the form of snacks or pork plates, alose… Then Adishatz!