Where to practice an individual sport Vélo Pays Basque

There's no better place to play golf. Overlooking the ocean, it dominates the bay and has recently enhanced its surroundings with an ultramodern complex and panoramic restaurant. A hall to welcome the growing number of golfers, with lounge and boutique. As for the golf course itself, it lends itself to both learning and perfecting, with an international training center where you can train according to your desires or weaknesses. On carpet, grass, flat or sloping ground, all conditions are ideal.

In Saint-Jean-de-Luz, jaï-alaï is well known. The local club, Gaztenak, founded in 1982, trains youngsters in pelota, specializing in cesta punta in winter and grand chistera in summer. What is a jaï-alaï? It's a fronton where cesta punta is played, with a side wall perpendicular to the frontis, located to the left of it, and a back wall parallel to the frontis. In 2024, the ^40th edition of the International Cesta Punta will take place.

Time flies here, with a wide range of safe, fun and thrilling activities. There's accrobranche from the age of 2 1/2, with a mini-course and courses for older children and adults, a climbing tower with 2 10 m walls, various mountain bike outings in the heart of the pine forest, always supervised by a professional, and the ^1st giant zip line (600 m) in the Basque Country at the Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle lake, a real flying course! This activity develops children's sense of balance, risk management and initiative.

A legendary course, this 34-hectare par 69 is 5,402 m long. Over the years (it dates back to 1888), it has hosted more than ten European Opens, not forgetting the famous Biarritz Cup in July, France's biggest and oldest amateur event. In 2024, it will be the ^125th edition of its kind. Some 500 competitors and 5,000 spectators flock to the course every year. The Biarritz Golf Club, located in the heart of the seaside resort, was the birthplace of the glorious Arnaud Massy, Jean Gassiat, Eugène Laffite...

In the heart of the Basque Country, at the foot of the Hasparren mountains, nestles Urkodea, a majestic ^17th-century Basque Labourdine equestrian farm. With a capacity of 15 people, this comfortable gîte (with independent access, fitted kitchen, etc.) dedicated to the "horse kingdom" is also for nature lovers, a bucolic interlude. An ideal, bucolic site for horse-riding for beginners and for advanced riders with board. You can also prepare for various competitions.

There's no shortage of things to do here! Small train, paragliding, mountain biking or scootering, climbing, pony trekking, hiking and exceptional panoramic views. The little train lifts you to the top of Mount Baigura (897m) in 25 minutes (funny open wagon pulled by a big tractor), a picturesque and splendid climb with a 360° view! The paraglider's glider takes you down like a bird. Cycling and mountain biking for the more adventurous. And the Gaita bar-restaurant with tapas and daily specials.

From Biscarosse, you can reach Capbreton in 1 hours. From the Pontoon B you leave for a sea fishing morning (March to October except July/August). Boarding with Philippe Bisbau and his crew on a Helmsman 750 helmsman. Equipment, bait, everything is provided. A snack is available at 10 pm. Everyone leaves with the fruits of his fishing. Fishing seabream grey, place, rousseau, pagre, mackerel, chipiron… Attention: lost jigs are the responsibility of the maladroit fisherman (or unlucky!).

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!

Laëtitia, a seasoned sportswoman with a passion for outdoor activities, offers you the discovery of her favorite playground, the Pyrenean foothills of the Basque Country, on foot, on trail, on horseback and along the coast, with surfboard or paddle. With a training and a diploma of sports educator, she will share her passion with you by proposing outings in small groups on her favorite themes such as the history, the local fauna, the flora, the rocks or the gastronomy and its producers without forgetting the beaches from San Sebastián to the Adour.

Just 5 minutes from Biarritz and Anglet town centers, 9 clay and hard courts and a mini-tennis court are set in an exceptional dream location between the forest and the ocean, with panoramic views of the golf course, lake and pine trees... You'll enjoy the clubhouse and in situ, you'll be able to take lessons, for children, adults, individual lessons... And maybe meet a few tennis VIPs who are discreetly training.

Founded in 1956, SWOT (French Federation of Fishermen at Sea) is dedicated to the promotion and animation (teaching, competitions…) of sport fishing at sea, recreational fishing at sea and casting. The good idea: go to the federation website to carefully consult the charter of commitments and objectives of eco-responsible recreational fishing signed in April 2010 at the Grenelle sea Grenelle. So you will know all about the need for better management of fisheries resources, legislation and penalties that do not respect it. You're warned!

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...

"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.

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.

Cultural and sports center offering a wide range of activities: trinquet and glass trinquet, pelote basque, squash, combat sports, dance, Pilates, gentle gym, volleyball, rollerblading and a meeting room... Ideal during the vacations for sporting and cultural events with a sensational feel. A beautiful complex that's always very active, with the annual Pilotarienak pelota tournament not to be missed. With state-certified instructors.

Since 1957, this institution has seen generations of budding golfers and even famous tennis players! Close to the Chambre d'Amour, this mini-golf course offers an attractive array of hazards: the naughty bridge, the tunnel, the volcano and the ever-present tire that can play many tricks. An activity that calls for self-control and concentration. Before or after an ocean session, this sheltered relaxation area features garden furniture and a club bar where fresh orangeade awaits you with Valérie, your hostess and coach.

One of the finest golf courses in the Basque Country, opened in 1927. The Chiberta golf course in Anglet, between Bayonne and Biarritz, offers two courses. The first is an 18-hole course, while the second, the Impératrice, is a 9-hole course on the lake. At the same time, a covered grass driving range is available for all budding golfers. Its other advantage? Its privileged location in the forest that has inspired many a poet, and its proximity to the hotel and residence and the beaches of Anglet. For a break, the restaurant offers an excellent range of dishes.

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...

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!

The Joe Bike network is a leader in the rental and sale of mechanical and electric bicycles, with 25 branches (Pays Basque, Landes...). Specializing again and again in guided tours of the Basque country, you can try out the VAE, including the Cargo for family outings, mountain bikes and VTCs. We also offer assisted bike tours and, for the more sporty, a 4-hour hike to the summit of La Rhune to discover the sacred Basque mountain.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Agence les Corsaires organizes exciting geological hikes led by Pierrick d'Alleman, an FFFM-certified geologist with a passion for rocks and ancient history, who takes even the most daring hikers on a journey into a world that reveals the existence and secrets of a 65-million-year-old ocean of rocks beneath our feet. On the program: the cliffs of Bidart, Biarritz, the Hendaye coastline, La Rhune, Mondarrain, Artza Mendi and the fossils of Urculu.

Rollerblading, skateboarding and BMXing in a concrete paradise just 2 steps from the beach. Teens flock to this area, one of the finest in Aquitaine and one of the top twenty in France according to amateurs and specialists. With a surface area of 2,000 m², the spot features ledges, slopes and half-tanks - a composition that sliders love! The area is divided into four distinct zones for all levels. BMX enthusiasts can also have a great time: a grind bar and logs at the edge of the bowl help them along. Secure setting.

The equestrian club is the Pôle Equestre de Biarritz. Its aim? To make horse-riding a possible activity for everyone from the age of 3, surrounded by a professional teaching team to discover the world of horses. The Pôle Equestre has a closed riding arena, a covered arena, two riding arenas including an equestrian stadium, 3 tack rooms, lockers for owner-riders and 180 boxes. Meadows, a solarium and 5 paddocks for horses are also available on site.

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.

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.

Creating sensations since 1994, Takamaka is one of the Basque Country's leading nature sports platforms. It offers more than 40 land and sea activities all year round, as well as a wide range of turnkey corporate seminar activities. Colorful outdoor activities, from land to sea to air. State-certified professionals accompany and guide each activity. For short and medium-term stays, we offer rides with VAE rental, rafting, jet-skiing, paddling, pelota and golf initiation, and more.

An unmissable stopover, thanks to its concept, which can only appeal to lovers of the "little queen" (muscular), without a VAE. Here, Adèle, the mechanic, adjusts or gives new life to your traditional bike in the workshop, but also accompanies you on your journeys to discover the Basque country, as she is a qualified guide. And Sébastien, her partner and... pastry chef, who prepares sweet and savoury delights to eat in or take away for your future bivouac... A unique dual concept combining snacking, cycling and hiking.

Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding are available to you from Bidarray. The great mountain bike crossing from Bidarray to Sare, where you will discover white and red houses, frontons and its pelota players... A difference in altitude of 1 270 m, for experienced mountain bikers... The hike that leads you to the picturesque abandoned village of Arizakun, wedged between impressive cliffs... The ascent of the Harriondo massif which allows you to overlook the valleys of the Baztan and the Nives. Difference in altitude: 550 m. And the magnificent hike to Saint-Etienne-de-Baïgorry.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Famous for its pepper production, Espelette also boasts a rich pastoral heritage. The farm trail invites you to explore this tradition over a 4 km loop on the Escondray plateau. The starting point is in Haranea, where you'll pass through a fern forest. Along the way, you'll have the chance to admire meadows and farms, and perhaps even come across some of the Basque country's most emblematic animals.

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!

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.

I love this hike, which can be completed in half a day. When you leave the village of Bonloc in the direction of Saint-Esteben, keep an eye on the kilometre marker: at the Saint-Esteben milestone (3.5 km), take a small road to the right. And you can stop the vehicle as the road becomes a path: after crossing a stream called Garraldako Erreka, the world is yours! This ascent takes around 2 hours and is accessible to all.

At the beginning of the Loisirs leisure base, a discovery trail leads you to the encounter of the fauna and flora of this mountain. The first step of the journey is to take up to 50 minutes, before meeting the first information panels. They will inform you about the specific aspects of this mountain, such as the presence of the pottok, the typical horse of the Basque Country, the use of kaolin, or the pastoral tradition in Baigura. After 1 p. m., you will have the choice between doing half-turn or continuing on a larger loop, which climbs up to the collar and prolongs the two-hour walk.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 2 h.

Difficulty: Easy, but with 300 meters of difference.

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 Club Txingudi provides training in all forms of boating and introduces people to water sports. It has over 800 members spread across the anchorages of Txingudi Bay, with 2 sections: sea fishing, sailing and all water sports. Regattas, fishing competitions and nautical rallies are organized. It is also involved in training for all ages, and has its own clubhouse. An association to be supported by donations.