Uncover Nature's Charm at Camping Sascoenea in Hendaye

Leaving the shores of the ocean and after skirting the bay of Txingudy, this itinerary takes you through the first humanized reliefs of the Basque mountains. Leaving the intimacy of the forests, moors and pastures alternate, offering sumptuous views of the ocean which is still close by. After the Ibardin pass and its famous ventas, you will walk through the wild and fresh atmosphere of the Intzola ravine.

This sumptuous seaside trail is the first and one of the flattest stages of the GR® 10 long-distance hiking trail, with 2 lanes for everyone to enjoy in complete safety. Children will find a playground and a bi-cross area, and will have fun looking for the white and red GR® markers.

A nice walk through Hendaye and its heritage where you can discover its ancient and recent history. The small and the big history cross here with each step and combine with that of the neighbors of Hondarribia. A must-see for all those who don't think of Hendaye as a destination for a walk.

A nice walk through Hendaye and its heritage where you can discover its ancient and recent history. The small and the history intersect here at every step and combine with that of the neighbours of Hondarribia. A must-see urgently for all those who do not think of Hendaye as a destination for a walk.

Hendaye offers us a superb, entirely exclusive route accessible to all. It leaves from the port of Caneta and, thanks to a pontoon on stilts, reaches the Joncaux district by following the right bank of the Bidassoa. This stroll along the Spanish border is well away from the hustle and bustle of Hendaye and Irun, and offers beautiful views of Chingoudy Bay and Fontarrabie. In the distance, the first peaks of the Pyrenees can be seen.

In the heart of a very touristic coast, the Domaine d'Abbadia remains a magnificent space of protected nature that you can discover, but only on foot and without your dog. Small or big, dogs can scare away the sheep but also the pheasants and other small birds (warblers, blackbirds, thrushes...) which nest in the bushes, close to the ground.

If the Hendaye train station is synonymous with the end of the world for some travelers, it will be for you the starting point of an unforgettable bike ride. A reverie on two wheels along the water, started in the company of the Bidasoa River. Before joining the Atlantic Ocean, this river, which has been a border river since 1659, takes its ease in the bay of Chingoudy, a navigation haven shared by Hondarribia the Spanish and Hendaye the French. You can ride with your family in complete peace of mind on the daring balcony over the bay, allowing you to be constantly free of car traffic.

Ideal for families, pushchairs, small bicycles and wheelchairs. This walk in Hendaye runs along the right bank of the Bidasoa, which forms the border between France and Spain. The island of the Pheasants is the link. This relaxing and well laid out route also runs alongside the Joncaux industrial estate. From the shore you can see the Plaiaundi ecological park, Irun and the Pyrenees.

If the Hendaye train station is synonymous with the end of the world for some travelers, it will be for you the starting point of an unforgettable bike ride. A reverie on two wheels along the water, started in the company of the Bidasoa River. Before joining the Atlantic Ocean, this river, which has been a border river since 1659, takes its ease in the bay of Chingoudy, a navigation haven shared by Hondarribia the Spanish and Hendaye the French. You can ride with your family in complete peace of mind on the daring balcony over the bay, allowing you to be constantly free of car traffic.

This superb crossing with its multiple contrasts is thrilling! What could be more exhilarating than leaving the beaches and finding yourself a few hours later in the mountains? This large-scale route, which links several passes, is to be taken seriously in terms of physical fitness. On the menu, among others, the formidable Burdincurutcheta, which is a delight for those who love small gear. This is THE Basque mountain in its purest form. No show-offs, only the real thing!

Charming hotel located on Hendaye beach in a Basque styled house. 300m from the beach and 1km from Spain. Panoramic view of the Bay of Txingudi. Double room with shower and WC. TV flat screen, satellite TV networks, free WIFI in bedrooms. Hendaye is situated on the Basque coast, (25km from Biarritz and 3.5km from St Sebastian) and offers 3.5km of fine sandy beach. The Château of Abbadia also offers a Thalassotherapy centre

Nice hotel built in the beginning of the last century. Situated in the center of Hendaye-Plage at only some meters from the beach in a calm neighbourhood. The family Bergeret who owns the hotel since 1921 provides a very friendly welcome and local information during your stay. The Restaurant offers you a high-quality dishes of great variety. You can relax in the comfortable rooms as well as on the shady terrasse. July/august : only boarding-house and half-board.

Italian restaurant nestled in the beach area. Enjoy its large and tastefully decorated room as well as its large wooden terrace. Fresh and home-made food for all ages and all budgets. La Nonna's trattoria offers pizzas, pastas, gnocchi, salads, antipasti and other specialities from the Big Boot. Open kitchen and warm decoration, a large covered terrace also allows to welcome many followers. Take advantage of the formulas and menus but also of a beautiful well-stocked menu. On the spot or to take away, possibility to reserve and order on the website.

Located on the Basque coast, in the Old Casino of Hendaye Plage, facing the ocean, the French surf school Hendaia is a family and friendly structure. We offer beginner and advanced surfing lessons to all types of people from 5 years old. Surfing lessons alternate theory on the sand and practice in the water. They are also based on the knowledge of the environment (configuration of the beach, tides, weather, current), the respect of the safety instructions and the learning of the rules of priority. We welcome you in a spacious room of 90 m2. Equipment, insurance, changing rooms and showers are included in the services. In our surf shop, access to the sale and rental of equipment.

400 m of the ocean. Closed to Spain, with the ocean and the Pyrenees cohabiting together, we rebuilt a small village that will delight you. * Volleyball and bowls courts. * Crazy golf. * Pelota front wall. * Table tennis room.

Fish hand seafood, bar, brasserie, ice creams, tea room, menu for children. Panoramic rooms, outside terrace looking onto the beach, exceptional view onto the bay. In high season: opened from 9am to midnight.

The Nautical Center of Hendaye - Itsasoko Haizea is located on the bay of Txingudi, natural border between France and Spain. It is protected by Mount Jaizkibel and the district of Sokoburu. Its location allows you to enjoy a green environment with your feet in the water. We offer a wide range of water sports: sailing courses, Optimist, windsurfing, dinghy and catamaran. Take advantage of private lessons to sail with an instructor at your side. Our rental point allows you to embark on our various supports: kayak, stand-up paddle, laser, windsurf, declic, HC 15. This site is particularly accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Located in a winery in Hendaye's fishing port, Joe Bike is ideally situated for discovering the Basque country by bike. Right next to the coast, you'll have easy access to the region's beaches and footpaths, as well as to Spain thanks to the river shuttle that links Hendaye to Fontarrabie in just a few minutes, perfect for a gourmet getaway with tapas. Depending on your mood, you can take a stroll along the coast, or venture inland for more challenging rides on a road bike or mountain bike. Joe Bike offers a wide range of bikes for hire: children's, comfort, road, semi-rigid and full-suspension mountain bikes, electric mountain bikes, and even electric cargo bikes for transporting the young ones in complete safety, thanks to the trailers and baby seats available. A repair workshop is also available to service your bikes.

Near the parking lot of the Orangers, the team of Hendaia Uretan welcomes you all year round and in all weathers to practice Longe Côte and Nordic Walking Sport, nature, energy and health for all (from 15 years old). You must wear water shoes and possibly a wetsuit, depending on the season. For Nordic Walking, poles can be lent.

The 2-star Dorrondeguy campsite, with its verdant environment, is just a few steps away from the beach

Built in the 18th c, deeply modified from 1920 to 1936, it was built to protect fishermen

Hendaye Tourism offers to take you back in time to the golden epoch of the town ! This tour on foot will enable you to discover the history of Hendaye, its independence in 1654 to current times, its early beginnings as a seaside resort to the construction of the Sokoburu quarter. From the mouth of the Bidasoa river to the house of Peirre Loti, from the scholar Antoine d'Abbadie to the pirate Pellot, you will get to know the events and characters that formed the town.

Free Wi-Fi, limited to 1 hour of connection.

Built in 1884 in Moorish style, it is the symbol of the development of seaside tourism in Hendaye. From 1889 to 1980 it housed the town's casino and is today the starting point of the famous G.R. 10 which crosses the Pyrenees from east to west.

This protected site of outstanding natural beauty, spreading over 65 hectares is the property of the Coastal Conservation Commission, who endeavours to combine public access to the site with the protection of this ecologically rich countryside environment. Through the varied landscapes (high jagged cliffs, heather and gorse heaths, meadows, copses, orchards stocked with ancient and local varieties), the Domaine d’Abbadia offers to those ready to open their eyes the possibility to going back over 80 million years, to the time when the sea was to be found where the Pyrenean mountain chain now stands. Any removal of samples is strictly forbidden from this biological and geological conservation area.

Located in Hendaye town center, close to the Gaztelu parking lot and the Médiathèque, Les Halles de Gaztelu is a real place for sharing and conviviality. This facility brings together festive, cultural and tourist events, such as shows, meals, concerts, exhibitions, trade fairs, seminars, workshops, etc., in a single location, and above all around a major common project. It can also be rented out as an auditorium (250 seated or 645 standing) or exhibition hall (200 seated or 388 standing).

The remains of the fort and a few cannons pointing towards Spain are still visible.

The Bidasoa which separates France and Spain flows into the Atlantic at Hendaye in a vast bay. Its location at the end of the Pyrenees and against the ocean makes it the obligatory passage for many migratory birds. The most assiduous will prospect the beach where the snow bunting can be observed in winter The rest of the bay is very interesting in the same season to look for loons, mergansers, common eider ducks and other seabirds. The island should be observed around high tide to look for shorebirds in spring and fall. On the Spanish side, two wetlands are to be done during the migrations: the ecological park of Plaiaundi and the marshes of Jaizubia. The diversity of species observed there is exceptional: maroons, waders of all species are the main ones, and the numerous facilities (observatories, trails) ensure very good moments.

Library open since 1992, with magazines, CD's, DVD's...

Built in 1899, it is where the typical Basque pelota games are played.

Rebecca, Hendayaise, and Jérôme Breton, welcome you to their establishment on the Basque coast in Hendaye, right in the heart of the Txingudy Bay promenade. They will introduce you to a magnificent setting with a breathtaking view of the two mountains Jaizkibel and 3 Couronnes... In a warm and friendly environment, with traditional quality cuisine and fresh seasonal produce, the chef will take you on a journey with lovingly-cooked dishes, daily suggestions and homemade desserts.

Restaurant - bar - snack bar at the Hotel Valencia. Sandwiches, daily specials, ice creams, crêpes all day from 11am to 8pm at the foot of the Hotel Valencia, open to all. Enjoy a terrace overlooking the most beautiful beach in the Basque Country, 3km of fine sand and a view of the famous Deux Jumeaux. Open continuously. Paëlla, mussels/fries and oyster tasting all day long.

The restaurant Bergeret Sport offers you, in addition to the rechroche flavors of traditional and regional cuisine, a moment of calm and tranquility Its superb terrace and a warm welcome will also be the ingredients of a successful meal.

Café / canteen / cellar located at 100 m from the beach in a beautiful establishment full of charm.

Discover a bistronomic brasserie cuisine based on local products in this former hotel in Paris, an establishment that marked the heyday of the city of Hendaye more than 40 years ago. Take advantage of a shaded terrace overlooking the Palmier roundabout, but also of a room with a refined decoration. The Brasserie de l'Hôtel de Paris also has a bar service.

The one and only Peruvian restaurant in Hendaye, come and discover one of the world's best cuisines, still little-known but tasty. Ceviche, marinated meat or exotic vegetables... Peruvian cuisine is one of the richest and tastiest in South America.

Armenian fast food, this Armenian couple will share with you their passion for Armenian gastronomy. Lavash, flour patty filled with your choice (meat, fish or vegetarian) or salted blitt, Armenian pancakes, salad and drink. Use of fresh products. Take a culinary trip to Armenia from Hendaye thanks to the grocery store of Armenian products, walnut jam, pomegranate juice, pomegranate or quince wine...

In Hendaye Plage, between the old Casino and the Palmier traffic circle, the Café de la Plage offers a modern, welcoming atmosphere, with its sunny terrace and two dining rooms, one of which opens onto a convivial bar. Traditional and regional cuisine is served all year round. Enjoy a varied menu of rations and tapas, on the spot or to take away, ... and in summer, evening concerts! For groups, the 2nd dining room can be reserved for 20 people.

Cerveceria - Bar en Hendaya Playa. Menu del dia a partir de 7 €. Cocina a base de productos frescos. Abierto todos los dias, a lo largo del año. Se echan eventos deportivos en una pantalla gigante. Acceso WiFi.

Integrated into the Rue des Lilas landscaped park, it can accommodate 25 motorhomes. Access is automatic via entry and exit gates, and payment by credit card. Any day started is due. Parking is limited to 72 hours. There is also a 2-space ?service area? for draining and recharging water and electricity. Sometimes the pay station no longer issues tickets: - either the site is full (despite the visible empty spaces, as some motorhomes drive around and come back in the evening). - or the paper has run out.

Apartment with garden in a villa, at 300m from the beach.

Bright apartment in quiet residence. For vacations by the sea, as a couple or with the family. Less than 7 minutes on foot to the beach. The large bay windows offer panoramic views of Hendaye Plage, the ocean and Spain. On the west-facing terrace, you can enjoy sunsets in the evening while listening to the ocean (no roads nearby, no noise from cars or onlookers). Parking space in a private, lockable garage in the residence

On the hills of Hendaye, near to the spanish boarder, with a nice view on the Rhune mountain. It's only 10 minutes on foot to get the beach, the town center or the Abbadia natural park.

Charming hotel located on Hendaye beach in a Basque styled house. 300m from the beach and 1km from Spain. Panoramic view of the Bay of Txingudi. Double room with shower and WC. TV flat screen, satellite TV networks, free WIFI in bedrooms. Hendaye is situated on the Basque coast, (25km from Biarritz and 3.5km from St Sebastian) and offers 3.5km of fine sandy beach. The Château of Abbadia also offers a Thalassotherapy centre