Roadtrip on the south coast of Landes

Day 1: Dive into the maritime experience

Capbreton

Nestled in the belly of Bay of Biscay,  only port in Landes waiting for you to experience theCapbreton atmosphere intensely. When you arrive in the morning, take your pulse Fish market de Capbreton with colorful encounters. After discovering the catch of the day, you fell in love with the fishermen who give you some valuable culinary advice; news as fresh as their products and their favorite restaurantsTongues are loosened and taste buds are awakened. Already well-stocked with stories, the walk continues until the Estacade. You will not fail to get to know the Guf before your eyes... before you advance along the seafront to the Santocha beach. Weather permitting? Come on, let's take the plunge! Small, light but useful combination, induction is attempted in the world of surf or coastal rescue. The ocean offers itself to those who tame it. After a well-deserved meal with marine flavors – perhaps? – the dune trail presents its flowers, the fragility of its sand, the history of the blockhouses during more than 2km of walking. Back towards the city center and its pedestrian street, the maritime heritage can still be discovered. The church always evokes its many sailors who left too early and its tower watches over the city like a watch. There House of Orality and Heritage reveals the last secrets before starting the evening with an unmissable sunset aperitif.

• a sea trip with the Yacht Club Landais ou xcat'
• an ocean awareness session with the Capbreton Coastal Rescue
• an original guided tour with Mobilboard
• a bike ride: rental from Jerry Bike ou Joe Bike 
• a gourmet and unusual encounter: Brasserie Cath' or wine of Domaine de La Pointe
•  a little shopping at the Pignada Shop or a workshop full of finesse with Under the pines Ceramic
•  lunch : Ahoy city ​​center side or Soweto cote beach
•  cocktail and evening meal at Bistro'Baya or the family 70 hectares :

Day 2: the benefits of the forest

It’s the cycling day of the stay. Track Capbreton-Labenne is a portion of theEuro-Veloroute 1 « The Velodyssey ". Mostly in the forest, it borders pine trees and water points such as the Boudigau canal. A fun and bucolic walk, it leads in a few kilometers to Labenne-Ocean where the view of the ocean is limitless. Deep breathing recommended. The most curious – and romantic – can stroll towards the wooden footbridge guaranteeing dune preservation and discover the very pretty Sainte-Therese Chapel who watches over this vulnerable environment. Let's not hang around. You have an appointment to discover the forest by scooter. Another option with smaller children, the Labenne Zoo is waiting for you for a family visit. Haven't thought about your picnic? House Restaurant ou Restaurant Le K'osy take care of you on the beach side before a very enriching visit to one of the three natural reserves of the territory. End of the day with a cocooning and relaxing moment at theDune and Water Balneotherapy area for guaranteed relaxation.

• a bike ride between Capbreton and Labenne
• a visit with Izi Rider
• a guided tour of the Marais d'Orx Nature Reserve
• a walk to Labenne zoo
• a relaxing break at the Balneotherapy Center Dune and Water

Day 3: Discovery of the banks of Adour

Do you know the Landes coast well and want more? Discovery, surprises, stories... A few minutes from the coast, head towards Josse where the banks of the river invite you to learn even more. A walk on the “ Scandibérique » – portion of theEuroveloroute 3 – leads you to Saubusse, small village that has gone through history. Ah if stone walls could talk! Former prosperous trading port whose history is as tumultuous as the Adour River, what remains, over the years, is a very beautiful listed church from the 13th century, La maison Betbeder, La maison Bellepeyre, Château de Bezincam… and the wash houses. THE Barthes There are also interesting wetlands to visit. It's up to you to come and meet this almost confidential place in your own way: in the format of a story with Vira Vasa, in unearthing enigmas with the circuit Terra Aventura or as an art lover by following the Arbusate artistic trails. Anyway everyone will appreciate the Landes massage expertly offered by Saubusse thermal baths.

•  Saubusse thermal baths
• Lunch at the Guinguette
• Walk on the Scandibérique or all afternoon on the Marquèze nautical base
• Dinner Lou Touping in Saubusse
•  Church of Saubusse
• The Barthes of Adour
• on the gourmet shopping route at theSmokehouse Workshop in Angresse

Day 4: Between sport and traditions in Soustons

Did you know? soustons has the same surface area as Paris! 100 km² mainly covered with forests, lacs. The commune extends to the Ocean and its beach of golden sand. The visit begins at Pointe des Vergnes, superb wooded area opening in front of this lake with gray reflections, a training place among other things for theFrench rowing team. The other part further north – side Azur – is protected Natura 2000 area allowing sublime walks in paddle boarding or  canoe. It is also an opportunity to pass through the doors of small local product shops in the city center before heading towards the seaside for a golf initiation to the sound of the ocean. A little advice in passing: there is a cycle path lined with an artistic route linking the city to the beach: theItinedream. A must do!

• shopping at theSea Effect Artisan Boutique in Soustons
• discovery of Fragrance creation workshops in Soustons
• lunch The Lake Grill
• sports option with a wide range of activities Evadsport Center or discovery of wingfoil ou Freelandes bike rental
• initiation option Pinsolle Golf
• gourmet shopping Darrigade Farm
• meeting with the house Artiga Basque Canvases in Magescq

Day 5: reconnect with simple pleasures in Vieux Boucau

Let's start, at the foot of the arenas, with the very famous market of Vieux-Boucau. Smells, colors and atmosphere, this market alone is worth the detour. THE local produce come from the four corners of the department but the Gascon accent persists in unison. The advice will be very easily personalized. You will probably spend more time there than expected as it stops. The time has come to give way to simple pleasures good things and great encounters. Later, the walk continues towards the city center and its église, Its small streets lined with shops and restaurants. Need a good deal for lunch? The digestive walk can be done around the marine lake. The curious try a small paddle outing on the calm waters bordering the small central island of the lake. Located in Natura 2000 zone, this small piece of land, covered with pines and Cork oaks, is home to wildlife and rich biodiversity to be preserved. The signs placed along the lakeside walk will tell you a little more.

• lunch  " The pub "
• Church Saint-Clement
• sporty option with ESCF , Paddle Center, Surf Universe ou Alternative Surf school
• a scooter ride with It bothers me ou Trott'in Landes
• shopping local products Demeter Cave
• a nature encounter with Terra Atlaya ou Discovery of Landes Nature by Madame Plante.

Day 6: Go green in Moliets-et-Maâ

The green of his golf course, the green of nature reserve which borders the Courant d'Huchet, the green of this forest which protects the Chapel barely hidden. Here, everything is peace and wonder. To find out, head straight to the Central Beach. At a glance we can see each other. On the right, the mouth of the Current whose meanders evolve throughout the year on this immense beach. Without doubt the largest of the South coast of Landes. On the left, a few meters away, the last Golf course come to advance towards the ocean. Unique ! You can even rub shoulders with the greens while strolling on foot or by bike on the cycle path set up up to the cork oak beach. Back towards the small town, the Saint-Laurent chapel will be your new destination. Be careful, it is worth it, just like the fountains and wash houses hidden in Moliets…need help?

• unavoidable Forest bathing with Elisabeth
• unbeatable Adrenaline Park
• sport option with school Soon Line et BA Surf Moliets Surf School
• a introduction to Moliets golf
• shopping local products in L'Area of ​​Time
• meal at The Champoreau ou The [K]Bane