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Soorts-Hossegor is a commune on the South Coast of les Landes (40) in Nouvelle-Aquitaine in southwestern France, 20 km north of Biarritz. It is a well known seaside resort that is renowned for its surfing. Hossegor enjoys an environment where the pine forests meets the ocean. The well-preserved coastline and forest of maritime pines dotted with lakes and nature reserves are permeated with a vast network of cycling paths and hiking trails. You can roam thousands of hectares of forest, dunes and beaches by foot or bike. The Hossegor lake is ideal for swimming, water sports such as paddleboard and canoe, or for a lovely stroll, Hossegor lake is a stunning rich natural site. You will also find many restaurants serving sea food with fantastic views on the lake.
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Hossegor
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Soorts-Hossegor is a commune on the South Coast of les Landes (40) in Nouvelle-Aquitaine in southwestern France, 20 km north of Biarritz. It is a well known seaside resort that is renowned for its surfing. Hossegor enjoys an environment where the pine forests meets the ocean. The well-preserved coastline and forest of maritime pines dotted with lakes and nature reserves are permeated with a vast network of cycling paths and hiking trails. You can roam thousands of hectares of forest, dunes and beaches by foot or bike. The Hossegor lake is ideal for swimming, water sports such as paddleboard and canoe, or for a lovely stroll, Hossegor lake is a stunning rich natural site. You will also find many restaurants serving sea food with fantastic views on the lake.

Golf Courses

Seignosse's top European course, whose huge pine forest is home to R. Van Hagge's masterpiece. The course is nested in the maritime pines, is one of France’s most beautiful golf courses. The 18-hole course attracts players from around the world - including professionals, amateurs beginners. The variety of the Seignosse course is a source of delight for all golfers.
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Golf Blue Green Seignosse
Avenue du Belvédère
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Seignosse's top European course, whose huge pine forest is home to R. Van Hagge's masterpiece. The course is nested in the maritime pines, is one of France’s most beautiful golf courses. The 18-hole course attracts players from around the world - including professionals, amateurs beginners. The variety of the Seignosse course is a source of delight for all golfers.
Experience the calm fairway at Hossegor golf course with its beautiful club house designed in typical Basque-Landes style, which serves excellent lunch and dinner. The Hossegor golf course is a masterly blend of excellence and elegance in a traditional preserved natural environment typical of the area. The quality of the greens and the friendly atmosphere offer unforgettable pleasure for golf lovers.
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Golf d'Hossegor
333 Av. du Golf
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Experience the calm fairway at Hossegor golf course with its beautiful club house designed in typical Basque-Landes style, which serves excellent lunch and dinner. The Hossegor golf course is a masterly blend of excellence and elegance in a traditional preserved natural environment typical of the area. The quality of the greens and the friendly atmosphere offer unforgettable pleasure for golf lovers.
Enjoy the pleasure of preparing your swing on a course stretching between the ocean and the forest, infused with sea spray and natural fragrances. The Moliets golf course will add new zest to your game, with a revitalising salty spray. The varied course offers a 18-hole and 9-hole course.
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Golf de Moliets
Rue Desbieys
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Enjoy the pleasure of preparing your swing on a course stretching between the ocean and the forest, infused with sea spray and natural fragrances. The Moliets golf course will add new zest to your game, with a revitalising salty spray. The varied course offers a 18-hole and 9-hole course.

SPA

The hammam with oriental traditions is a rare pearl in the wellness and beauty sector. A far cry from regular establishments. The extraordinary atmosphere envelopes you as you walk in: cosy tones without any feeling of suffocation, harmonious spicy scents but never over-powering, and delicate sensual sounds. In the hammam you will find balance for deep relaxation and total wellness. Time stands still and you feel like your senses are melting. The establishment is open to men and women. Bookings required. Phone number : +33 (0)5 58 48 14 58 Web: https://www.hammam-kafane.fr
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Hammam kafane
4 Rte de Soorts
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The hammam with oriental traditions is a rare pearl in the wellness and beauty sector. A far cry from regular establishments. The extraordinary atmosphere envelopes you as you walk in: cosy tones without any feeling of suffocation, harmonious spicy scents but never over-powering, and delicate sensual sounds. In the hammam you will find balance for deep relaxation and total wellness. Time stands still and you feel like your senses are melting. The establishment is open to men and women. Bookings required. Phone number : +33 (0)5 58 48 14 58 Web: https://www.hammam-kafane.fr

Food scene

Fine dinning at the restaurant "Les Hortensias du Lac" with beautiful view over the lake of Hossegor. Address: 1578 Av. du Tour du Lac, 40150 Soorts-Hossegor. Web: https://www.lesdomainesdefontenille.com/fr/leshortensiasdulac-gastronomie.html.
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Hôtel Les Hortensias du Lac
1578 Av. du Tour du Lac
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Fine dinning at the restaurant "Les Hortensias du Lac" with beautiful view over the lake of Hossegor. Address: 1578 Av. du Tour du Lac, 40150 Soorts-Hossegor. Web: https://www.lesdomainesdefontenille.com/fr/leshortensiasdulac-gastronomie.html.
Fine dinning at the restaurant "La Villa de l'Etang Blanc" in an idyllic setting next to the lake in Seignosse. Address: 2265 Rte de l'Étang Blanc, 40510 Seignosse. Web: https://www.villaetangblanc.fr/fr/la-table. They have also a nice Apero place, called Cabane: https://www.villaetangblanc.fr/fr/la-cabane
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Hotel-Restaurant Villa de l'Etang Blanc
2265 Rte de l'Étang Blanc
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Fine dinning at the restaurant "La Villa de l'Etang Blanc" in an idyllic setting next to the lake in Seignosse. Address: 2265 Rte de l'Étang Blanc, 40510 Seignosse. Web: https://www.villaetangblanc.fr/fr/la-table. They have also a nice Apero place, called Cabane: https://www.villaetangblanc.fr/fr/la-cabane
We can recommend the restaurant "Monsieur Mouettes". The view over the harbour is beautiful and one can catch the last sunlight of the day. This place is also great to just have a drink. Address: Quai du Bourret Avenue, Quai Notre Dame, 40150 Capbreton. Web: https://www.monsieurmouette.fr
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Monsieur Mouette
Quai Notre Dame
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We can recommend the restaurant "Monsieur Mouettes". The view over the harbour is beautiful and one can catch the last sunlight of the day. This place is also great to just have a drink. Address: Quai du Bourret Avenue, Quai Notre Dame, 40150 Capbreton. Web: https://www.monsieurmouette.fr
The market in Hossegor "Les Halles" has lovely Basque pinxos and tapas on Sunday mornings. Location: Au centre-ville d’Hossegor, next to the town hall.
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Les Halles
18 Bd Victor Hugo
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The market in Hossegor "Les Halles" has lovely Basque pinxos and tapas on Sunday mornings. Location: Au centre-ville d’Hossegor, next to the town hall.
Simple beach restaurant with good food and wonderful views over the ocean in the small town of Messanges. We recommend spending a day on this beach and have dinner directly after. Reservations are not possible.
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Snack de la Plage
Avenue de la Plage
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Simple beach restaurant with good food and wonderful views over the ocean in the small town of Messanges. We recommend spending a day on this beach and have dinner directly after. Reservations are not possible.
This Cafe has great coffee and is located in the zone Pedebert, where all the big surf brands have their outlets (great bargains!). We recommend that you walk around in the new areas. There are around 20 restaurants and many surf and other sport outlet shops.
Volt Café Brûlerie
147 Av. des Charpentiers
This Cafe has great coffee and is located in the zone Pedebert, where all the big surf brands have their outlets (great bargains!). We recommend that you walk around in the new areas. There are around 20 restaurants and many surf and other sport outlet shops.
New Mexican restaurant with a nice outside terrace in the surf-outlet area of Hossegor. Address: 156 Av. des Couteliers, 40150 Soorts-Hossegor
Mexiko
156 Avenue des Couteliers
New Mexican restaurant with a nice outside terrace in the surf-outlet area of Hossegor. Address: 156 Av. des Couteliers, 40150 Soorts-Hossegor
Breakfast and Lunch place, directly on the beach of Hossegor lake.
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Chez Loulou Restaurant Plage
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Breakfast and Lunch place, directly on the beach of Hossegor lake.

Bike Rentals

Bike rental with lots of choice. Address: 119 Avenue des Tisserands ZA, Av. de Pedebert, 40150 Soorts-Hossegor, France
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VTT Loisirs Hossegor ZA Pédebert
50 All. Marines
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Bike rental with lots of choice. Address: 119 Avenue des Tisserands ZA, Av. de Pedebert, 40150 Soorts-Hossegor, France

Consejos para la ciudad

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Surf classes with Raph is a must

Whether you are a beginner or not, we recommend to surf with Raph. We surf with him on a weekly basis, but during high season, he also gives lessons to tourists. He has great ocean knowledge to share and provides a unique experience in the water. Groups are small, you will love the experience whatever your level. +33 (0)6 20 13 69 30 (you can just WhatsApp him) raph@surf-guides.com You can follow Raph on Instagram @surfguideshossegor to see more photos and daily videos of the local waves.
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Lac d'Hossegor

Discover this 7.4-km loop trail near Soorts-Hossegor, Landes. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 36 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, trail running, and walking. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas. Description: This magnificent promenade circles the lake of Hossegor and is lined with information panels. It is exclusively reserved for pedestrians, which will guarantee you total tranquility. You will discover, among other things, the architectural richness of the resort.
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Le marché d'Hossegor

Located in the heart of the city, the Hossegor market is one of the essential activities. Its reputation goes far beyond the territory of the municipality. Thanks to the know-how and the diversity of the exhibitors present, the Hossegor market attracts a large audience throughout the season. Venue: Place des Halles 
Horaires : de 9h à 13h 30 Market days: Every Sunday: from Sunday April 3 to Sunday November 6; Every Wednesday: from June 1 to September 30; Every Friday: from June 15 to September 30.
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Stand-up Paddle on Hossegor Lake

There are numerous rental options in Hossegor. For example: La Pagaye Address: Plage Des Chênes Lièges - Lac, Av. des Chevrefeuilles, 40150 Soorts-Hossegor