Local adventures from OKKO HOTEL BAYONNE CENTRE

This stage of the Vélodyssée in the Basque Country is of great interest. Once past the Nive, the sea becomes our familiar horizon. In the heart of BAB, beautiful beaches, major cultural sites and a remarkable built heritage pass by. A cycle track leads us to the beaches of Anglet and the heart of Biarritz.

A charming route along the ocean and river, punctuated by a visit to the historic center of Bayonne. All the magic of the Basque country is to be found between the sandy beaches lined with maritime pines and the banks of the River Nive, with the Pyrenees as a backdrop. This varied itinerary, devoid of tedious climbs and almost entirely on closed roads, is perfect for the whole family!

It is on an old towpath on the left bank of the Nive, emblematic river of Basse-Navarre and Labourd, that this green way guides you today. Some families of tanners or farmers had formerly elected residence on the banks of the river, the majority preferring the heights to move away from the risks of floods of this tributary of the Adour, under influence of the tides until Villefranque. We go up a landscape of barthes (flooded meadows) dedicated to agriculture, and we will allow ourselves shady and contemplative pauses on the river, its birds and its oars, or a refreshing stop at the guinguette of the bridge of Villefranque.

It is on an old towpath on the left bank of the Nive, emblematic river of Basse-Navarre and Labourd, that this green way guides you today. Some families of tanners or farmers had formerly elected residence on the banks of the river, the majority preferring the heights to move away from the risks of floods of this tributary of the Adour, under influence of the tides until Villefranque. We go up a landscape of barthes (flooded meadows) dedicated to agriculture, and we will allow ourselves shady and contemplative pauses on the river, its birds and its oars, or a refreshing stop at the guinguette of the bridge of Villefranque.

This tour is a great opportunity for a day of "bike travel" with the family. The majority of the route is on bicycle paths and the absence of altitude difference makes the effort moderate. However, the distance is long and you will have to manage your effort to reach Bayonne in the best conditions. The lunch stop in the village of Urt will be a nod to gastronomy and the snack break on the banks of the Adour will be an ode to contemplation. The unavoidable detour into the narrow streets of "Petit Bayonne" can be considered at the beginning or end of the tour in order to admire the vestiges of the past and enjoy the lively shops. A small option of 1 additional km offers the possibility of discovering the natural reserve of the barthes and its ornithological observatory. On both banks of the Adour, young and old alike will find something to do on this bike tour along the river.

Between the golf course and the forest, succumb to Anglet's unique way of life! From the Montbrun district, the green lane, reserved for bicycles, promises a quiet ride through the magnificent pine forest. Disconnection is guaranteed! In the middle of the pines and ferns, the city and the ocean seem very far away. The plant smells and the absolute calm of the place are very soothing. At the end, a cycle track awaits you and takes you through the peaceful district of Chiberta, its lake, its Basque or architect's houses in the shade of the pines and its two golf courses, ideally situated between ocean and forest. On the way back, you will once again pass along the Pignada forest, a wooded area that offers a shaded and cool area, ideal for walks and the practice of numerous sporting activities.

Direction Anglet for a bike ride on equipped roads. We leave to the discovery of the forest of Pignada, place of walk and oxygenation privileged of the Angloys. The circuit reveals the privileged passages towards the lake of Chiberta and directs you between the coquettish villas, of Moorish, art-deco or neo-basque style. It also follows the golf courses and offers options for detours to the ocean beaches. Pine forest, labyrinth of villas and proximity to fine sandy beaches, the atmosphere is multiple.

Anglet's beaches stretch for 4.5 km from north to south and are bordered by a pathway known as the Promenade Littorale (Victor Mendiboure Promenade), enabling walkers and sports enthusiasts to link the lively La Barre and Chambre d'Amour districts on foot. All along the promenade, there are freely accessible playgrounds, relaxation areas and leisure facilities for all the family. There's a skatepark, a basketball court, beach volleyball courts, children's play areas and sports equipment. From the promenade, you can also see the Izadia park, the Atlanthal thalassotherapy centre and the famous links course at Golf de Chiberta.

From the top of the cliff, perched on the ‘Love Tower’, on a clear day, looking north, you can see not only the Anglet coastline, but also the vastness of the Landes beaches. Cap Saint-Martin, dominated by the lighthouse built in 1832, marks the boundary between Anglet and Biarritz. At the foot of the cliff, don't forget to stop off in front of the famous Grotte de la Chambre d'Amour and discover the beautiful legend that has made the reputation of our town. To extend your stroll along the coast... on foot, join the seafront promenade; by bike, take the boulevard des plages.

Ideal for pushchairs, small bikes and wheelchairs. Close to the sea and the mythical sites of Biarritz, here is a peaceful and refreshing walk by a lake. Discover the flowered paths, the children's playground as well as a nicely converted railway line and the remains of an astonishing residence. Don't forget your binoculars for bird watching.

Located in the city of Art & History, in the heart of the Basque Country, the Okko Hotel Bayonne Centre is a 10-minute walk from Old Bayonne and the bullring Our 92 rooms of approximately 17m2 combine aesthetics, functionality and elegance. The Club, a vast lounge area located on the top floor, enjoys a breathtaking view of the Adour River. You will find there something to drink and snack throughout the day, comfortable armchairs where you can relax, a library where you can consult the press and beautiful books, a business corner, and a shop selling local products. A fitness area is also available, and our terrace welcomes you to take a breath of fresh air and observe the Rhune. A car park is at your disposal. The hotel is easily accessible by public transport from the train station and the airport.

The Mercure Bayonne Centre Le Grand Hôtel embodies the history and heritage of Bayonne, a city where cultures converge. It's also the elegance of a hotel set in stone in the heart of Bayonne's historic center. The charm of the period elevator invites you to travel back in time to the spacious, modern and cosy rooms. When you choose Mercure Bayonne Centre Le Grand Hotel, you can be sure of a unique experience in Bayonne. You can use the private garage at an additional cost, or park in the public parking lot 100 meters away.

The Hotel des Basses Pyrénées is located in the heart of Bayonne, in an old medieval tower of the ramparts. Resolutely turned towards modernity, there is a soft, contemporary and relaxed atmosphere in this place, supported by the owners' warm welcome. The rooms are spacious, restful and intimate. Each room has its own personalised decoration of antique objects. You will appreciate the fresh and vitamin-rich breakfast to start the day with local products that are a credit to the Basque Country.

Opened in June 2020, the hotel is located in the heart of Bayonne, between Nive and Adour. A true cultural hotel of the Basque Country, it is THE gateway to discover this unique territory Its architecture and decoration, designed by the architect Jean-Philippe Nuel, pay tribute to the history and culture of Bayonne and the Basque Country. The 43 rooms and suites cover the 5 floors of the hotel. With a surface area ranging from 23 to 50m2, they are the symbol of an affirmed modernity. The restaurant Le Carré is a place of life in Bayonne, of sharing and restoration, where locals and travelers meet. Pintxo, tapas and gourmet cuisine await you. Chef Charles Cez works with fresh, local and seasonal products. Buffet breakfasts, bistronomic lunches, after work cocktails and wines from here and elsewhere, piano bar and animations...

Located on the banks of the River Adour, the Ibis Styles Bayonne Centre Gare hotel offers an exceptional view of the city of Bayonne. The entire team welcomes you to the heart of Bayonne, in a colorful atmosphere. Let yourself be seduced by our luminous rooms, whose warm design spirit is a nod to Basque culture. The breakfast room is original and functional, with areas dedicated to connections, computers and tablets. Also at your disposal: a bar and a range of snacks, and in fine weather, a terrace with a view of the Adour. Public pay parking nearby, free outside from 6pm to 9am. Drop-off point in front of the hotel.

Discover the art of cooking with our exclusive courses, an invitation to plunge into the culinary universe of top chefs. Learn professional techniques and create unforgettable gourmet moments at L'appartenance. Focusing on a seasonal product, each "return from the market" course lets you put into practice the professional gestures that will enable you to reproduce the recipes at home. Our chef, who is passionate about his region, will help you use a local seasonal product to create a gourmet starter and main course. The service includes a participatory course with the preparation of a starter and a main course, followed by the on-site tasting of a starter, a main course and a dessert created by the chef, a glass of champagne and a glass of wine, mineral water and coffee. A cooking workshop is also available for groups of up to 25 people.

In the heart of the small Bayonne, the café restaurant "A la cantine" offers you a coffee or lunch break in a nostalgic setting. The chef, Lyes Yaïci, fell in love with cooking when he was a child and likes to work with local seasonal produce to help you rediscover the dishes of our grandmothers. Convivial and good-natured, this themed restaurant serves traditional cuisine with humour and simplicity.

The Ibis Budget hotel, located just a few minutes from Bayonne's historic center, is easily accessible for a stopover. It offers comfortable, well-equipped rooms, fully renovated and air-conditioned for your comfort. Wifi is easily accessible. A hearty breakfast is served, and what's more, a Courtepaille restaurant adjoins the hotel, serving succulent grilled meats!

The Ibis Bayonne Centre hotel is located in the Saint Esprit district, on the banks of the Adour river, just a few minutes from the historic district. Rooms on the river side offer a breathtaking view of the city and the cathedral. They are comfortable and spacious. All have air conditioning and wifi. The hearty breakfast is an opportunity to discover local specialties. Enjoy it in the restaurant's modern, designer dining room or on the terrace.

The Hôtel Fine offers you a warm welcome, with its 11 bedrooms, all equipped with LCD televisions (including freeview channels) and new bed linen. Traditional, family-style cooking inspired by the cusine of the Basque Country and dishes from further afield await you, all served in a contemporary setting in the forêt du Pignada area, near to the Adour River and the sea. Closed on Sundays.

Our Quiz Room Bayonne is the ideal place to spend a memorable afternoon or evening with friends! From 4 to 36 players, with friends or colleagues, it's the good-natured spirit we like to experience every day at Quiz Room. We look forward to welcoming you!

Between ocean and mountains, Nive and Adour, Bayonne, religious and military city and metropolis of the region, has accumulated a heritage of great wealth. In addition to its harmonious urban landscape, its monuments and ramparts, there is also an underground city of medieval origin, which rarely survives in France (more than 130 cellars). Bayonne is a gourmet city as its markets attest: Bayonne hams, Basque ewe's milk cheeses, suckling lamb, pibales, confits and foie gras and all the fish of the ocean. The town was also the first in the kingdom to work with cocoa in the 17th century. Finally, Bayonne is the cultural, sporting and festive capital of the Basque Country. The city has the Basque Museum and the Bonnat Museum and a Latin American theatre festival. It gathers for bullfighting, pelota, rugby, rowing... It welcomes you at the beginning of August for its famous festivals.

Inaugurated in 1893, the neo-Moorish-style Bayonne bullring is part of the town's heritage. With a seating capacity of over 10,000, they welcome the greatest bullfighters every summer, as well as concerts and shows. When the weather's fine, you can visit the Arena on your own or in the company of our guides. You'll discover the architecture and history of the Plaza with a guide, then a bullfighting specialist will reveal the secrets and anecdotes of the world of bullfighting.

Nestled in the ramparts seven meters above the city, it is designed in a Japanese style, with a water feature, bridge, footbridge and waterfall. Flowers are everywhere, grouped not by family as in traditional botanical gardens, but by color or scent. Animals, even on a leash, are strictly forbidden.

On-site consultation and home loan of books, CDs, DVDs, newspapers and magazines, games for individuals and communities. Online consultation of digital resources: books, music, cinema, training, heritage documents, etc. Cultural activities (exhibitions, conferences, meetings with authors, workshops, etc.) Internet access. Wifi. Free access tablets. Loan of e-readers. Home delivery

The CIAP, named Lapurdum, is intended to raise awareness and educate all audiences about the architecture and heritage of our city. From Antiquity to the present day, it offers keys to reading and understanding the architectural, urban and landscape evolution of Bayonne. Several films depict the history and landscapes of the river and port city, as well as those of the districts outside the old center. New in 2022: a film on street art in Bayonne. An interactive table presents the evolution of the city from antiquity to the 21st century. Two sound shows, dedicated to intangible heritage, can be discovered in the cellar.

Sainte Marie Cathedral is Gothic in style, built on the site of a Romanesque cathedral that was destroyed by fire in 1258. It was built in stages between the mid-13th and 16th centuries. The spires were added in the 19th century in a major project by Boeswillwad, a disciple of Viollet Leduc, who gave the cathedral the slender appearance we know today. The ambulatory chapels are adorned with 14th-century paintings by Steinhel and stained glass windows in the Chartres style.

For professionals looking for a meeting and work space, the CCI Bayonne Pays Basque has different rooms available able to meet your needs in the organization of your seminars.

In the heart of the Hauts de Sainte Croix district, the Sainte Croix media library offers you the consultation or loan of books, magazines, CDs and DVDs upon registration. Different areas for all public: adults or children. Also place of exhibitions, conferences, concerts, shows, tales and workshops. Free internet access.

A magnificent Italian-style theatre built in 1834 and completely renovated, this Bayonnais cultural centre proudly stands out at the confluence of the Nive and Adour rivers Superb, diverse and varied shows are organised throughout the year for different audiences (children, adults); theatre, dance, music, circus, young audience, humour... The Scène nationale du Sud-Aquitain offers an eclectic program. Rental on demand for your conferences, product launches or shows.

Just a stone's throw from the historic centre, in the new district of Marinadour, You sushi, the new Japanese restaurant in Bayonne, is eco-committed! The decor combining surf and vintage gives a cosy side to the restaurant. The plates are neat. Well-prepared products with a good proportion between noble ingredients and rice. Their coleslaw is succulent. The tartars are delicious. The restaurant offers sushi by the unit or in tray. Lunch and dinner formulas are available. You Sushi also offers a home delivery service.

MOMA Kitchen is Bayonne's first food court. A true place of life and flavors, it brings together 6 food stands and a bar/coffee shop on 1000m2 in the heart of the Bayonne urban area. A unique, friendly and connected place to discover at any time of day, with family or friends, to work or relax. MOMA is : - 6 Kitchens ready to offer you a new taste experience. - A south-facing terrace and a covered terrace for everyone to find their place! - A lively place with events all year round. - Giant screens to watch matches and other sporting events. - A "kid-friendly" place: high chairs, changing tables, table soccer, a children?s area, because children are welcome at WOAgri. -An ideal, spacious venue for large-scale events.

In the heart of the Arènes district, avenue Maréchal Foch, "Les Domaines Qui Montent" offers you an atypical venue: Table, cellar and delicatessen all in one place. A wide choice of wines, champagnes and spirits to take away or consume on the premises (all at the same price!). Delicatessen by the slice (Kintoa from our family farm), mature cheeses, farm produce. Charcuterie & cheese platter on site or to take away. At lunchtime, starters, main courses and desserts are served in a convivial atmosphere. And don't forget our festive events (tasting evenings, privatizations).

A friendly place to eat and drink, with simple, hearty dishes. Xabi welcomes you with a smile, and Charlotte concocts tasty dishes for your lunchtime meal. Heated terrace. Close to Bayonne's tourist office, Café Express is the ideal place to grab a bite to eat before exploring the city. Just 200 m from the historic city center.

The break is a small snack that offers paninis, sandwiches rolled in wrap, salads and mixed plates.

Located 50 metres from the tribunal de grande instance, the brasserie des arènes welcomes you for a dish of the day, a fish of the day and other suggestions. The complete realization of all the dishes and desserts on the spot with fresh products, delivered by local suppliers, allowed us to obtain the label "Maître restaurateur" In season, you can enjoy a terrace shaded by plane trees as well as a flowered patio.

In the shade of the ramparts and in the great Bayonne, this café, entirely renovated in 2013 by the new owner, offers an original and copious bistro-style cuisine for lunch. Musical, relaxed and friendly atmosphere. A new quality address to discover in the Grand Bayonne during your discovery of the city ...

Situated a stone's throw from the public garden and 50m from the tourist office, come and discover our small bistro where fresh produce and gastronomic know-how are intermingled. We will welcome you in a cosy and warm setting to taste dishes made with local products. You will be able to enjoy a quality lunch with friends or family in a relaxed atmosphere. To be sure to find a place there, think about booking!

Pizza Cosy is artisanal pizzas made from 100% fresh ingredients and sourdough dough produced daily in our pizzeria. The dough is made in the "Neapolitan" style, melting and thin in the center, with wide, airy sidewalks around the edges. For the recipes, the focus is on French and local products. The setting and teams are friendly, to ensure that visitors have the best possible time. The pizza makers have been trained by world champion Mehdi Douimry, and strive every day to live up to this teaching. Pizza Cosy opened its first restaurant in Anglet 3 years ago, on the Larochefoucauld crossroads in the Aguilera district. Pizzas can be eaten in, taken away or delivered.

Located in the city of Art & History, in the heart of the Basque Country, the Okko Hotel Bayonne Centre is a 10-minute walk from Old Bayonne and the bullring Our 92 rooms of approximately 17m2 combine aesthetics, functionality and elegance. The Club, a vast lounge area located on the top floor, enjoys a breathtaking view of the Adour River. You will find there something to drink and snack throughout the day, comfortable armchairs where you can relax, a library where you can consult the press and beautiful books, a business corner, and a shop selling local products. A fitness area is also available, and our terrace welcomes you to take a breath of fresh air and observe the Rhune. A car park is at your disposal. The hotel is easily accessible by public transport from the train station and the airport.

Beautiful apartment located on the 5th floor of a luxury residence, 100m from the center of Bayonne, facing the river Adour. Elevator. Equipped kitchen area (induction hobs, microwave, fridge-freezer), dining area, living room (internet access). 1 bedroom (1 bed 140). Shower room (shower 120x80, washing machine drying). Wc. Town gas heating included. Flowered balcony. Garden furniture. 1 parking space in the covered and secured garage of the residence. Sheets provided, possibility to rent towels. Possibility additional person with sleeping in sofa. Internet access WIFI.

The Mercure Bayonne Centre Le Grand Hôtel embodies the history and heritage of Bayonne, a city where cultures converge. It's also the elegance of a hotel set in stone in the heart of Bayonne's historic center. The charm of the period elevator invites you to travel back in time to the spacious, modern and cosy rooms. When you choose Mercure Bayonne Centre Le Grand Hotel, you can be sure of a unique experience in Bayonne. You can use the private garage at an additional cost, or park in the public parking lot 100 meters away.

Located in the historic district of Grand Bayonne, in an old building on the famous rue Port Neuf, renowned for its chocolatiers, Hôtel des Arceaux has retained its cachet and the spirit of a family home, making you feel right at home. The hotel's decor is atypical and full of charm. Each room has its own atmosphere, some with private bathroom. Others, at a lower rate, have a shared bathroom. Breakfast is served in the lounge, with tasty, high-quality products.

In the heart of the historic city of Bayonne, the Hotel Port Neuf is a perfect combination of typical charm, ideal location in a pedestrian street, modern comfort, and a very warm personalized welcome. You can visit the city on foot from this wonderfully located boutique hotel in the center of the capital of the Basque Country. Its six rooms with a contemporary decor and its wine bar on an arched terrace will satisfy the most demanding guests. In the morning, a hearty breakfast is served with fresh products and charcuterie boards are available at the wine bar.

In the heart of the historic center of Bayonne, in a quiet area close to the cathedral, City Break Miradour will be the ideal base for those who wish to discover this beautiful city and the Basque Country. In a typical Bayonne half-timbered building, our 30 m2 rooms have been recently renovated and are equipped with a separate toilet and shower room. Are at your disposal fridge, microwave, coffee maker, kettle, flat screen TV, wifi high speed connection. Possibility of lending a baby bed.