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History il était une fois anglet pages 4/5

Bathing beaches and surfing pages 6 to12

Promenade ideas for walks in anglet and around pages 14 to 25

Action sport and well-being pages 26 to 29 entertainment outings - the highlights pages 31/32

Culture art exhibitions - cultural events in anglet pages 34/35

informations practical information pages 36/37

MAIN TOURIST OFFICE "5 CANTONS" 1 avenue de la Chambre d’Amour - 64600 ANGLET - Tel. : +33 (0)5 59 03 77 01 - Fax : +33 (0)5 59 03 55 91 Opening hours: July - August: Mon. to Sat.: 9 am-7pm / Sept. to June: Mon. to Fri.: 9 am-12.30 pm and 2 pm-6 pm / Sat.: 9 am-12.30 pm "CHAMBRE D’AMOUR" TOURIST OFFICE Avenue des Dauphins - 64600 ANGLET - Tel. : +33 (0)5 59 03 93 43 - Fax : +33 (0)5 59 03 93 42 Opening hours: July - August: Every day from 10 am to 7 pm - Other periods: please contact us for further details BOOKING OFFICE Holiday let - Hotels - Holiday offers - Tel. : +33 (0)5 59 03 07 76 E-mail : [email protected] - Reservation : www.anglet-tourisme.com TICKET OFFICE Entertainment, theatre, concerts, pelota, bullfights... Telesales via a credit card.

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Once upon a time there was Anglet...

An old country hamlet… A discreet history by the seaside Anglet remains apart from documented Anglet has been, for centuries, a modest area history, that of famous personalities and set between the Atlantic coastline and the important events; it is not mentioned with unstable Adour river; a small corner between some illustrious visitors such as Napoleon 4 the river and the ocean. Both in contact 1st or Josephine, or the great soldiers like with the Basque country and Gascony, Wellington who lay siege to . Anglet formerly existed in the shadow of Another Emperor, Napoleon III took an its powerful military and commercial interest in Anglet, at his Convent of Refuge neighbour, Bayonne. and developed its magnificent pine For a long time, Anglet consisted of a forests. He made a gift of 90.000 gold cluster of rural hamlets with its farmers French francs for the creation of the forest and market gardeners feeding and of Chiberta by the planting of 300 hectares watering its neighbour; with the fields (approx. 741 acres) of Pines. and vines producing the light sandy wine; The seeding of the dunes, following the its washerwomen are famous. The rural example of what had been done in the landscape served as scenery, for the town Landes, gave birth to a landscape that dwellers’ Sunday walks, with their open air has become, some years later, one of the cafés and shaded pathways. town’s important assets for tourism. There are also the beaches, the “Chambres d’Amour”. The sea also is fishing, the amazing and grandiose sight of La Barre and the Adour and it even saw the plundering of wrecked ships. The boom of A scattered heritage … the Second Empire but well preserved The Chambre d’Amour site which was As the years go by, things have changed. made fashionable in romantic literature Anglet, a small town with 5,700 inhabitants is one of the places where the Imperial in 1901, has 40,000 inhabitants today. It couple used to go for walks, when staying has, little by little, become a large town. Its social structure and landscape have been modified under pressure from property development, the opening up of tourism to everybody, the surfing wave and the regular increase in population attracted by the quality of life. Important industrial companies, as well as the large shopping centres, have established themselves here. Anglet’s architectural heritage at . Following is seen today within a totally changed in their footsteps, the tourists began to visit, context. Scattered, because of its size, so much so, that a bath establishment Anglet remains interesting for more than was founded in 1884 and a chapel was just its name, but in particular for the 5 built by the district’s inhabitants with the memory of the inhabitants of a town help of the Empress Eugenie. which wishes to live as a “green town” and which bears traces of a still visible It was through the launching of Biarritz as past in its architecture, place names or a seaside resort that Anglet experienced The “Pignada”… a radical change in its coastal area which offered virgin land, ready for the leisure Just by strolling around, between the facilities that were likely to encourage a Chambre d’Amour, Chiberta or Saint- quality international clientele. This same Jean, the visitor can discover this town era heralded the arrival of the motor car of Anglet made up of several districts and aeroplane. Aristocratic homes were of which a large part of whose built around the Chiberta Lake, with the heritage is shown in the holiday th nearby golf course, the race course of style architecture of the 19 th La Barre and the Baths of the Chambre and 20 century, having been d’Amour, built in the pure Art Deco style born with the arrival of the and the magnificent seawater swimming Basque Coast pool. destination. bathing

Beaches and Surfing...

Anglet, with its 4.5km-beaches, marks the end of the “Landes” sandy beaches and the beginning of the Atlantic Pyrenees rocky coast. This natural landscape is visited by different types of people: sun lovers to fishermen, and not forgetting the surfers, Anglet is well known throughout the world for 6 its waves! Most of the beaches lead on to park areas, giving a magnificent overview.

VVF BEACH This beach is located at the foot of the Surf spot majestic Cap Saint Martin cliff with its famous lighthouse. The base of the cliff Surfing is widely practiced due to the is honeycombed with numerous caves. protection of the cliff against the southerly Unfortunately access to them is prohibited wind. It also acts as a natural breakwater for safety reasons. Previously known as with the waves often being smaller than in Chambre d’Amour Beach, today, it is called the north of Anglet. Take note that some the VVF beach round a holiday center built rocks stand out the sand at the northern as a ship. edge of the beach.

1 Beach with lifeguard supervision from 1st June to 22nd September from 10.30 am to 7.00 pm 2 “Lagunak” snack at the northern end of the beach (open during summer) 3 “La Bodega” snack bar by the swimming pool (open in July and August) 4 Public showers and WC 5 Tiralo (trolley enabling the disabled to go swimming) provided by the lifeguards 6 Free car park 7 Surf school (see page 12) 8 « Kostaldea » snack-bar overlooking the VVF beach (open during summer) Esplanade Y. Brunaud Club Beach A small beach set between two jetties. It Surf spot is particularly very crowded at low tide, as it is completely covered at high tide. It The Anglet Surf Club – the most important is one of Anglet two “urban” beaches as surf club in – is based at this beach. it is located in the heart of the Chambre The numerous surfers there appreciate the d’Amour district. spot whatever the tide. Competitions such as the unique “Night Surfing Festival” are organized there.

1 Non-supervised beach 2 Ice creams, doughnuts, sandwiches and restaurants nearby 3 Restaurants: "Diavoli" +33 (0)5 59 45 42 18 "Vent d'Ouest Café" +33 (0)5 59 03 89 88 4 Public shower 5 Cradle of Anglet Surf Club, the most important club in France +33 (0)5 59 03 01 66 or www.angletsurf.org 6 Free car park

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Sables d’Or Beach The last beach in the Chambre d’Amour Surf spot district, it has all the characteristics of an “urban” beach. Surrounded by more than This beach offers a busy surfing area. It forty restaurant bars, it is visited throughout is best at low tide as high tide covers the the year. The upper beach is equipped with entire beach and creates a substantial beach volleyball pitches making it unique backwash. for practicing this sport. Finally, as night falls you can discover all the beauty of the ocean, a powerful illumination allowing you to appreciate the “Wave Show”.

1 Beach with lifeguard supervision from 15th June to 15th September from 10.30 am to 7.00 pm 2 Ice creams, doughnuts, sandwiches 3 “Le P’tit Resto” restaurant +33 (0)5 59 03 27 08 4 Public showers and toilets 5 Free car park 6 Free and supervised parking for 2 wheeled vehicles in July and August bathing

Beaches and Surfing...

Marinella BEACH

Marinella beach is the most cosmopolitan beach in Anglet. Actually, this long beach, bordered with sea walls has very different visitors. Families, children and surfers – both beginners and experienced come Surf spot naturally to this privileged area. There is one beach club and two surf schools. A Marinella is a relatively easy spot and is restaurant is located at the entrance, on visited by numerous surfers. The proximity the promenade, opposite the Lifeguard of the Youth Hostel makes it a meeting Station. place not to be missed for visiting surfers.

1 Beach with lifeguard supervision 4 Public showers and WC 7 Parks with promenades from 15th June to 15th September 5 Free, guarded park for 2-wheelers 8 Surf schools (see page 12) 8 from 10.30 am to 7.00 pm in July and August 9 Beach club 2 Ice-creams, doughnuts, sandwiches 6 Free car park "Les Moussaillons" 3 "Le Sunset" http://les.moussaillons.free.fr (open from March to November)

Corsaires BEACH This beach, like its neighbour, is clearly Surf spot a beach for the young. The landscaped areas alongside are much appreciated and The Corsaires spot is, like its neighbour, favorable for practicing kite flying and ball Marinella, protected by long rocky groynes. sports. This beach marks the transition These “sea walls” help different sand between the Chambre d’Amour urban banks to form and offer good waves. beaches and the more “natural” beaches of North Anglet.

1 Beach supervised from 29th June 3 Public showers and toilets to 1st September from 10.30 am 4 Landscaped areas with to 7.00 pm promenades 2 Ice creams, doughnuts, sandwiches 5 Surf school (see page 12) "Snack des Corsaires" 6 Free and supervised parking (open from March to November) for 2 wheeled vehicles in July +33 (0)6 16 16 75 10 and August 7 Free car park La Madrague and La Petite Madrague Beaches

The Madrague is most likely one of the most beautiful beaches in Anglet, and the Petite Madrague is one of the most trendy. This Surf spot large expanse of fine sand welcomes an eclectic clientele. Young, families and the The Madrague is a spot with several good not so young can be seen there. The beach sand banks. A fashionable beach that also surroundings made of wide landscaped attracts the surfers and its numerous crests areas that turn this spot into one of most allow its popularity to be extended. attractive nature setting where the young can practice their football and kite flying.

1 Madrague beach supervised from 3 Ice creams, doughnuts, sandwiches 6 Landscaped areas with promenades 15th June to 15th September from 4 "L'Estanquet" restaurant 7 Surf schools (see page 12) 10.30 am to 7.00 pm +33 (0)5 59 25 76 88 8 Free and supervised parking for 2 Petite Madrague beach not supervised (open all year) 2 wheeled vehicles in July and August 5 Public showers and toilets 9 Free car park 9

Ocean Beach Ocean beach is a land of contrasts. The Surf spot blockhouse, a reminder of the last war, marks the link between the verdant beauty The Ocean and the Dunes form the same of the Chiberta golf course and the large beach break. It is quite common to park expanse of white sand. It is one of the one’s car in one of the beach parking areas most “wild” of Anglet beaches. Its entrance and to finish in the waves on the other is topped off with a gangway providing a beach. Its tubular crests, comparable to view that is unique on the Anglet coast. A those of its more publicized sister – the feeling of freedom unfolds here. Moreover, Cavaliers – are often less visited. there are, as well as on its neighbour – The Dunes – Nudist lovers, even though it is prohibited.

1 Beach supervised from 29th June to 1st September from 10.30 am to 7.00 pm 2 "La Case de l'Océan" snack (open from April to November) 3 Public showers and toilets bathing

Beaches and Surfing...

Dunes BEACH Bordering the famous Chiberta Golf Course, Surf spot this popular surfing beach is probably the wildest on our coast. Its unique entrance via See previous page: a subway passage and absence of proper Ocean Beach surf parking makes it less popular. It should be spot. noted that contrary to its prohibition there are many nudists here. 1 Unsupervised beach 2 "Exotic Café" snack (open from March to November)

Cavaliers BEACH 10 Recognized throughout the world for its Surf spot powerful waves, this beach holds numerous professional surfing competitions. This When a visitor speaks about the places long sandy beach is edged to the North at Anglet, Cavaliers beach is quoted as a by the long Barre sea wall. It is dominated reference. In fact, its tubular waves and also by many landscaped areas but above all the number of professional competitions by the Atlanthal Thalassotherapy Spa. have made it a world wide known place. Concrete promenades intertwine long This is a more local place than the other grassy strips and are visited by many Anglet beaches, but the number of crests families. At the edge of the golf course, and the “savoir-vivre” overcomes any a children’s play area ensures year round problems for the visiting surfers. visits to this beach. The street arts festival, “Arrêt sur Rivage” is organized every year during the Whitsun weekend in June. 1 Beach supervised from 15th June to 15th September from 10.30 am to 7.00 pm 2 Ice creams, doughnuts, sandwiches 3 Restaurants (open from March to November) "Le Coconuts" +33 (0)5 59 52 98 70 "Le P'tit Creux" +33 (0)5 59 63 76 55 4 Public showers and toilets 5 Children’s play area 6 Landscaped area with promenade 7 Free supervised parking for 2 wheeled vehicles in July and August 8 Free car park 9 Surf schools (see page 12) La Barre BEACH The most Northerly located beach, La Barre Surf spot is noted for its proximity to the mouth of the Adour river where all types of ships can Ever since the first Surfing World Champion- be seen. It is also Anglet smallest beach. ships were held in 1968, this small beach Very enclosed between two long groynes, is a world-famous place. Today, the waves it is the most peaceful beach on the coast. are not so present due to the breakwaters Like the Ocean beach, it bears the marks of that surround it and make it a protected the Occupation with blockhouses arranged spot on days with strong swells in terraces adorning a very suitable prome­ nade. At the edge of the beach, an ice rink and lakes make this place unique among 1 Beach supervised from 29th June to 1st September its kind and above all currently being fully from 10.30 am to 7.00 pm renovated – an area dedicated to urban 2 Ice creams, doughnuts, sandwiches sliding activities but above all a big green 3 Restaurant-snack "L'Épi" +33 (0)6 86 51 26 04 4 Public showers and toilets environment project are based there since 5 Landscaped areas with promenades 2007. 6 Free car park

11 The beaches are a place of freedom, however, for the good of everyone, some rules must be respected.

The bathing area is restricted: two blue flags safeguarding both wave patterns that are limit the area reserved for bathing. suitable for surfing and the beauty of the local Surfing is strictly prohibited, but bodyboards landscape. are tolerated. The surfing area is separate to The most common dangers the side and is indicated by a green pennant are the following: with a red disk. There is no nudist beach at Anglet. The Baïnes Holes filled with water with the Dogs are not allowed on the beaches. tidal changes which cause off shore currents. If you are caught in a “baïne”, do not fight The coastline around Anglet is a fragile against the current but raise an arm to alert environment. The sand dunes are subjected to the lifeguards. severe erosion from the wind and the waves. Breakwaters Special Ocean viewing points; Sand replenishment works began in October the breakwaters are nevertheless dangerous. 2010 in order to slow this process of erosion, The rocks are not stable and a strong off shore thus ensuring bathers’ safety and current runs beside these structures. If you are caught in such a current, do not panic, just raise an arm to alert the lifeguards. The shore break This is a name used for the shore wave which often forms at high tide. It is dangerous as it breaks in shallow water and can cause cervical injuries. bathing

Beaches and Surfing...

surf schools* Anglet Surf Spirit Plage de la Petite Madrague Uhaina Portable : 06 62 79 29 68 Plage des Corsaires www.angletsurfspirit.com Portable: +33 (0)6 60 78 93 49 Le Club de la Glisse www.ecole-surf-uhaina.com Plage de Marinella Rainbow Surfschool Portable: +33 (0)6 12 81 55 95 Plage du VVF or Rainbow Surf Shop www.leclubdelaglisse.com 19-21 Avenue de la Chambre d’Amour Billabong Surf School Tél.: +33 (0)5 59 03 54 67 Plage de Marinella Portable: +33 (0)6 18 22 37 82 Portable : +33 (0)6 64 15 35 64 www.rainbow-surfshop.com www.anglet.ecoledesurf.com Océanic John Larcher Surf School Plage de la Madrague Plage des Sables d'Or Portable: +33 (0)6 62 87 37 38 Portable: +33 (0)6 88 21 13 01 Tél.: +33 (0)5 59 03 84 12 www.ecolesurf.com www.oceanic-anglet.com 12 English & Surf Time to Surf Plage Marinella (parks) Plage des Cavaliers Tel.: +33 (0)5 59 63 73 12 Portable: +33 (0)6 89 68 18 66 Portable: +33 (0)6 03 83 15 48 Ter'A http://timetosurf.hautetfort.com www.english-surf.com tlantik and Evolution 2 Gliss’Expérience ES64 also organize surf Plage des Cavaliers Place des docteurs Genthile Portable: +33 (0)6 21 20 12 70 Portable : 06 17 80 84 05 coaching www.glissexperience.com (see p. 29) Freestyle Surf Academy 22 Avenue des Dauphins (*) Schools with state accreditation valid as Portable: +33 (0)6 09 87 15 46 of 2012. The full list of surf schools for 2013 will be available from April onwards at the Tourist www.ecoledesurfanglet.com Office and on www.anglet-tourisme.com

Météo France Pays Basque Forecast: 0 892 68 02 64 or 32 50.

Surfing Weather Ocean Surf Report weather forecast for surfing and the beaches 08 92 68 1 360 For Anglet, dial *119. Web site: www.surf-report.com OSR sms Anglet send: angr for the report angp for the 2-day forecast on 71004. (0.50 € excluding costs of the SMS). Water quality The results of the ARS analysis can be found on the information panels at the entrance to each supervised beach (during the summer season). Web site: www.anglet.fr Catch up with all our surfin' news: www.surfinanglet.com

promenade Cycle Ideas for walks in Rentals Anglet... (see p. 37)

The Beach Walk The Cliff Walk

(approx. 600m) Departure/Arrival: VVF Beach/La Barre Beach Esplanade Yves Brunaud (Bld de la Mer)/Allée Paul Prieto/Chambre d’Amour, the grotto A 4.5 km walk on the seafront alongside From the top of the cliff, in fine weather, the 11 Anglet beaches, from the Chambre looking North, you can see not only d’Amour to La Barre. You will discover the Anglet coastline but also the large an exceptional location: on one side the beaches of the Landes. The Cap Saint- ocean and a coastline of fine sand on the Martin, dominated by the lighthouse other; protected landscaped areas; the which was erected in 1832, marks the magnificent Chiberta golf course and the boundary between Anglet and Biarritz. Atlanthal thalassotherapy center. To the At the foot of the cliff, do not miss pausing South, when the weather is clear, a view of in front of the famous Chambre d’Amour the Pyrenees mountains. grotto and discover its beautiful Legend 14 which has given our town its reputation. To extend your walk along the coastline… on foot, rejoin the seafront promenade; on a bicycle, follow the Boulevard des Plages.

the Chambre d’Amour grotto, and its legend

Long, long ago, Laorens, a poor orphan, and Saubade, the daughter of a rich planter, were together, despite her father’s opposition, in a cave facing some huge waves. There, they were making an oath to love each other until death. It was a lovely day, the storm was howling in the Gulf of Gascony and the sea pushed by the off shore wind rapidly grew larger than normal and carried away the lovers. The fatal grotto which still attracts lovers and the curious was called the Chambre d’Amour. Free bicycle hire Ask for details at the Tourist Boulevard des Plages Office The Boulevard des Plages cycle path of 4.5 km covers the 11 Anglet beaches from the “Chambre d’Amour” district to the South to the “La Barre” beach in the North. To extend the ride towards Bayonne and 1/ The Lazaret forest , from “La Barre” (approx. 20 km) b The green pathway in the Lazaret forest (1 000m) continue along the avenue de l’Adour Promenade du Prince imperial. cycle path, then on the Allées Marines On this route there is a superb view over avenue. Follow the Adour river up to the harbour and Bayonne cathedral. the Pont Mayou (in front of Bayonne 2/ The Pignada forest Townhall) then cross the road to follow the “Nive” on the right, from the Quai b The green trail bordering the forest Dubourdieu to Quai Jaureguiberry (road). (2 600 m)

The cycle path starts again after the Pont Departure/Arrival: du Génie, beside the “Aviron Bayonnais” Promenade de La Barre opposite n° 101 clubhouse, continue along the “Chemin (near the riding club)/roundabout of de Halage” (shared area) to the village of La Capitainerie on the corner of the Ustaritz. The route is easy as it is flat and avenue de l’Adour. very pleasant. It takes you directly to the b The green pathway in the Montbrun forest 15 countryside… fresh air and rural scenery (1 250 m) is guaranteed! Departure/Arrival: Promenade de La Barre, roundabout Walks in the forest at av. de Chiberta/av. de Montbrun, opposite n° 105. b Ma e Pignada per m'ayda : "The sea and the pine forests to help me" b The green pathway in the Blancpignon forest The Anglet motto perfectly reflects the (1 480 m) town’s special feature – a meeting point Departure/Arrival: of the ocean and the forest. Prom. de La Barre, roundabout Situated just two steps from the beaches, at av. des Tennis/allée Orok Bat. this woodland area of 250 hectares Other possible joining points: (617 acres) covers nearly 10% of the • From the Prom. de la Barre towards commune and includes the forests of the beaches: via av. des Tennis - av. du Pignada and Lazaret. It offers a laid out Lac - av. Chassagny - bd des Plages. space, shady and cool, beneficial for • From Orok Bat towards the Lazaret walks and for the practice of numerous Forest: via l’allée Orok Bat - allée de sporting activities. l’Eglise - av. de l’Adour - Prom. du Prince Impérial. b The green pathways (voies vertes) These paths are easily identified as NB: busy traffic on the Av. de l’Adour. they have a specific hard surface and a standard 3m-width. ZOOM

The Explorers of Le Pignada forest A fun orientation circuit in the forest… (see p. 38) promenade

Ideas for walks in Anglet... «Izadia» The Pignada fitness trail nature reserve & the House Promenade de La Barre, entrance of the Environment opposite No. 211. This 2,583 metre- long trail gives you the comfort of a soft running track thanks to its natural Come and explore this 35-acre reserve in its unique sand and pine-needle surface, which geographic and hydrological position between the is ideal for jogging. The more sporty river, the Atlantic and the lakes. The 10 look-out amongst us will be able to try out the four stations enable you to discover the rich, diversified exercise stations (featuring apparatus for fauna and flora, from the Sluice Chamber which stretching exercises, muscle building, restores the circulation of the water between the balance equipment and obstacles) and ocean and the northern lake, or from the Bird an additional 1,185m-long signposted Beach or the Oak Grove. circuit. At the entrance, the House of the Environment presents the historical, ecological and landscape 16 features in an original scenography. A visit to the EVOLUTION 2 video projection room rounds off the educational tour.

Land of Adventures NB: Entry to the Maison de l'Environnement & Adventure parks at the corner of avenue du Développement Durable (The Environment de l’Adour No.130 and Promenade de La and Sustainable Development Centre) and the Barre. walking trail in the grounds is free. Guided tours Tel.: +33 (0)5 59 42 03 06 - (0)5 59 63 30 90 for children and adults cost between 3 e and 5 www.evolution2-paysbasque.com e. Audio guide hire costs 4 e. Kids can borrow a real naturalist's gear and learn from our very The outdoor activity specialists! own teaching tool, Hector the dead free (7 years We offer a superb location in the forêt de old upwards).

Chiberta forest where you can get your adrenalin th th pumping in a totally secure environment. Opens from March 27 to November 17 . High wire forest adventure course (5 different Groups should book in advance. courses), rock climbing, 'jump airbag' (bungee trampoline), Hawaiian outrigger canoes, rafting, 297 avenue de l’Adour canyoning, surfing, stand up paddle surfing. Tel. +33 (0)5 59 57 17 48 Fax. +33 (0)5 59 57 17 46 Groups should book in advance. Booking center: +33 (0)9 81 19 30 90. www.izadia.fr Segway rides Take an unusual and eco-friendly approach to exploring Anglet along routes nestling between the forest and the sea. A specific training area has been set aside where you can learn how to handle your Segway. Segway training sessions and rental. Booking: +33 (0)6 88 34 30 23 Plage de la Barre

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The spiritual walk sold. Open from 9.30am to 12.15pm and from 16 to 18pm, except on An original walk, full of contemplation with Monday and Saturday afternoon. a discovery of the life and work of Father Tel. +33 (0)5 59 52 81 32 Cestac, founder of the Congregation of *Please respect the meditative atmosphere the Servers of Mary. in these places. The Bernardines, dressed in white, have chosen a contemplative life spent in silence and prayer. b Notre-Dame du Refuge 36 Promenade de La Barre Passionate about crafts? Tel. +33 (0)5 59 03 99 52 These people certainly are! • The Chapel and the steles: individual visit or guided visit on request (duration b Fabrique de chisteras Gonzalez of about 90 min) from 2.00pm to 6 allée des Liserons 6.00pm. Tel. +33 (0)5 59 03 85 04 • The stain glass window depicting Pierre Gonzalez continues the tradition, 18 the Abbot Cestac, produced by the started in 1887, of making, by hand, Anglet master glass craftsman Charles chisteras (large glove and the small Carrère and the Louis Edouard Cestac glove) used for playing the different types museum, illustrates the life and work of Pelota. of the Abbot: visits must be booked in Visits at 5.00pm sharp on Mondays, advance. Wednesdays and Fridays or on reservation. Prices : b The Convent of the Bernardines* Adults: 4 €. Accompanied children: free. € Entrance at Avenue de Montbrun. Groups (25 pers. max.) by appt.: 32 Tel. +33 (0)5 59 52 81 30 Open to the Public: 10.00am to 12 noon and b Les Lames de Sames 3.00pm to 5.00pm. 1 avenue de l'Adour - Tel. +33 (0)6 08 28 50 83 Individual or guided visit on request. Go www.couteau-basque.com to the reception desk. Christophe Lauduique (Companion of • The Bernardines Chapel and the side the Brotherhood of Thiers knife-makers) chapel of the Sacré Coeur. makes pocket-knives using the Pyrenean • An amazing cemetery: the sandstone two-pin folding knife system that was tombs are overlain with a cross of used by country folk and shepherds Saint-Jacques shells. in times gone by. His workshop also • The primitive straw built chapel with its houses an exhibition that is the only one sandy floor. of its kind in France. Open Wednesday • Mini museum. to Saturday, from 2 pm to 6 pm, March • It is also a place where vegetables to December. and flowers, eggs and poultry are

Ideas for walks Top tip! b Origine Ateliers around.. Wikicampers, an original 4 rue Louis Colas - Tel. +33 (0)5 59 52 02 27 holiday idea (see pg 37) www.origine-ateliers.com . Stéphanie Porsain and Florent Tremolosa Bayonne are jewellery-makers. The showroom Tourist Office - Place des Basques is open from 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Tel. +33 (0) 820 42 64 64 Friday and guided visits of their workshop Sited where the Nive and Adour rivers may be made by appointment. Original meet, come and explore Bayonne, its jewellery and bespoke alterations. outstanding built heritage – its city walls, b L’atelier de l’archetier Cathedral and cloister (Ste Marie) and the charming, pedestrianised town centre, 4 rue Louis Colas - Tel. +33 (0)5 59 03 22 23 www.archetier.com as well as its parks and gardens, such as the Plaine d’Ansot nature reserve and the Jean-Luc Tauziède makes and restores Museum of Natural History. Don’t forget bows for violin, viola, cello and double the Basq and Bayonne historical Museum bass in his workshop. Tel. +33 (0)5 59 59 08 98 and why not try b Fer forgé du Pays-Basque one of the numerous guided tours organized by the local Tourist Office, available all year 170 rue de Hausquette - Tel. +33 (0)5 59 52 30 03 www.ferforge-paysbasque.com round? (5 € per person). Food-lovers will visit the Ibaialde Atelier (a Bayonne Ham Patrick Denis is a craftsman who works producer’s curing house) Tel. +33 (0)5 59 in wrought iron. See his workshop and 25 65 30 and the Atelier du Chocolat de the showroom where you’ll discover Bayonne (chocolate factory and exhibition) 19 his completely original designs: locks, Tel. +33 (0)5 59 55 00 15. Of course, Bayonne decorative pieces, indoor and outdoor is also a town that likes to party: the Festival furniture, hand-crafted plancha cooking of Ham, the Chocolate Fair and of course, plates… the Festival of Bayonne (from July 24th to July 28th), that will all make for unforgettable Shopping moments in this delightful town! Why not take advantage of the Bayonne City Pass The shops in Anglet are mainly all together in the shopping centres. Here can be found for all your sightseeing activities? Includes most of the national enterprises: free entry or reduced admission charge to • Leclerc shopping centre local museums, a free bus service and many Boulevard du BAB (Map ref.: H5) other discounts. On sale at the tourist office. • BAB2 shopping centre 90 boutiques and Carrefour, avenue Jean Léon Laporte (Map ref.: I8) Biarritz • Géant Casino shopping centre, Tourist Office - Square d’Ixelles D810 (Map ref.: I7-8) Tel. +33 (0)5 59 22 37 10 • The Union district and the Busquet Zone This world-famous seaside resort on the D810 (Map ref.: J7/I7-8) Basque Coast boasts a magnificent Lighthouse tracking Tel. +33 (0)5 59 22 37 10, the charming Imperial Chapel Tel. +33 (0)5 59 22 37 10, the The 25km-long Sentier Littoral (Coastal Path) Musée Asiatica Museum of Oriental Art between and allows you to discover the amazing landscapes of the Basque Tel. +33 (0)5 59 22 78 78 and the Planète Coast on foot. You should allow around 7 hours to Musée du Chocolat Chocolate Museum walk the full length of the path. Alternatively, you Tel. +33 (0)5 59 23 27 72. Don't miss a visit at can explore it in easy stages. (There are 7 starting points along the route - Level of difficulty: Easy) "Biarritz Ocean". Tel. +33 (0)5 59 22 33 34: promenade

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• New exhibition areas at the Musée de la Also to be seen: the chocolate producer Mer (aquarium and museum of marine life) Antton Tel. +33 (0)5 59 93 80 58 ; the strings of • The Cité de l’Océan et du Surf (The Ocea- peppers that decorate the front of the nic world and Surfing Interpretive centre) houses. Market day – Wednesday morning. Do not hesitate to stroll round the market b Ainhoa area with its stalls of local products. A village classed among the prettiest in Discover the town center with its numerous France. The Heritage Centre presents the boutiques and quality shops. Stroll along history of Ainhoa and the region of Xareta the Grande Plage opposite the Casino and Tel. +33 (0)5 59 29 93 99. walk up to the Rocher de la Vierge passing by the Fishing harbour. b Dancharia (Dantxarinea in Basque) A transborder village known for its “ventas” The Basque villages (shops where one can bargain and taste “tapas” accompanied by a drink of “sangria”). 1/2 day or full day b Sare b Cambo-les-Bains Classed among the prettiest in France, 20 This town has been known since the Middle this village has several well known Ages for the healthy properties of its centers of interest: thermal spa waters. Don’t miss the wonderful • The small funicular train at La Rhune, Villa Arnaga, home to Edmond­ Rostand Departures to the St Ignace peak. (who wrote ‘Cyrano de Bergerac’), which Tel. +33 (0)5 59 54 20 26. has ‘Historic building and notable gardens’ • The prehistoric caves: +33 (0)5 59 54 21 88 status. Tel. +33 (0)5 59 29 83 92. Stroll along • Ortillopitz House: shows life in a typical the promenades and promontories above Basque house built in 1660. the river nive. Finish your walk off with a Tel. +33 (0)5 59 85 91 92 tasting four at the Puyodebat chocolate • The “gâteau basque” (local cake) museum. factory. Tel. +33 (0)5 59 54 22 09 b • The Etxola animal park with its farm Fabrique de makhilas : Makhila manufactu- animals. Tel. +33 (0)6 15 06 89 51. ring: Makhila (a Basque walking stick made • Hemengo Eztia, honey-makers. from Medlar wood) museum and workshop • Bask peche : enjoy fishing with the hole made by the Ainciart Bergara family for family, fishing tuition… nearly 200 years. Tel. +33 (0)5 59 93 03 05. • The Pottok d'Ibarteli : dressage, pony trekking, riding lessons… b b Well known for its pepper growing. The Ascain is a lovely village built very much pepper used by all the important in the local architectural style, with a listed Chefs. church, frontons (pelota courts), houses typical of the province of Labourde, a "Roman bridge" and a small river port. Tucked in at the foot of "La Rhune" mountain, it is the main departure point for this well known country walk.

b Saint-Jean-de-Luz mountains of Basse Navarre, offers some With its imposing seafront, Saint-Jean-de-Luz powerful and generous wines that often win also owes its popularity to its fishing port prizes. Open from March to October. and to the history of the Saint-Jean-Baptiste Tel. +33 (0)5 59 37 47 28 - www.cave- church where the marriage of King Louis XIV to irouleguy.com. Village tours by a ‘Raconteur Marie-Therese of Spain was celebrated. The de Pays’ (local story-teller and guide) and Louis XIV square is the historic and festive day tours for groups. Book in advance on centre of the town. At the entrance of the b town, the Ecomusée (museum of Basque Banca traditions) takes you on a journey deep into Local trout farming. New fish-farming the soul of the Basque country (open April to exhibition and possibility to purchase trout October) Tel. +33 (0)5 59 51 06 06. and related products. The tourist office has drawn up a self- Tel.+33 (0)5 59 37 45 97 guided tour of the town and its points of www.truitedebanka.com interest. Guided tours are also available. The b Les walk in the commercial pedestrian lanes is Etablissement Oteiza: Pierre Oteiza, with particularly striking. some animal farmers have preserved the breed of Basque pig called “pie noir”; trips for foods-lovers bred among the oak, chestnut and beech trees, they produce the famous Aldudes A full day ham and ham of Kintoa. It is possible to Itinerary: Anglet, Cambo-les-Bains, … discover the pig farming on a walkers path b Itxassou in the mountains, from where the fauna and 23 A small labourdin village, typically known for flora and valley can be admired. There are its cherries and related products. donkey rides available for children. Shop • The Maison Ateka: here, you can taste with local products on sale and a visit to specialities whilst taking advantage the adjoining “maternity unit” where the of the magnificent panorama over the sows and piglets can be seen. Sample our Artzamendi mountain. Starting point of "taster" platters with different cured meats, hiking trips. Tel. +33 (0)5 59 29 75 36. cheeses, etc… www.ateka.eu Tel. +33 (0)5 59 37 56 11. • The Pas de Roland district: a superb www.pierreoteiza.com view over the mountain of Artzamendi. b Ossès A walk in the countryside By the D918 road: the ‘Village des artisans- créateurs’ (craft village), where you can see A full day the wares of the ironsmith and the cabinet- Itinerary: Anglet, Saint-Pierre d’Irube (cross maker on display. The sandal-maker and the village and go straight on towards the rounda- the potter open up their workshops and bout, then take the Route des Cimes to , shops. St-Martin d’Arbéroue, Isturitz, La Bastide Clairence, , , , , Bayonne. b Saint-Etienne-de-Baigorry b A village with character on the Navarre La Route des Cimes border, at the foot of the crêtes d'Iparla On leaving Saint-Pierre d’Irube, on the left ridge walk and the GR10 trail. Not to be there is the very lovely lookout point of missed: the Roman bridge, Etchauz castle, Elorrimendi with a panoramic view over the the Irouleguy wine cellars. This basque Pyrenees. GR8 walk departure. vineyard clinging to the sides of the promenade

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b Hasparren - the City of Oaks b Urt Sights: What to visit: Belloc Abbey. • The Sacred Heart Chapel: built in the In this monastery, around 1930’s, its walls are covered with frescos twenty Benedictine monks give and mosaics. a welcome to those who want to stop for a • St Jean-Baptiste church is remarkable for short while or for a few days. There is a well its galleries and capacity. stocked bookshop and an exhibition in the • The Pierre Romaine (an inscribed Roman workshop of calligraphy and illuminations. stone) dating from the 2nd or 3rd century AD. Sale of culinary produce from various • The parc Eihartzea : garden in the grounds monasteries as well as Vichy cosmetics. Sale of the poet Francis Jammes' house. of pure ewe’s milk cheese at the abbey. Tel. +33 (0)5 59 29 65 55. b www.belloc-urt.org • The Baigura outdoor activities centre: this amazing site in the countryside is b Urcuit and Lahonce 897 metres above sea level and offers A beautiful outlook over the Adour banks. hiking, paragliding, all-terrain scooters, b Mouguerre a little train and a bungee trampoline. Self-guided heritage tour (approx 1h): a 24 Tél. +33 (0)5 59 37 69 05. map/guide and audio-guide are available b Saint-Martin d’Arbéroue free from the town-hall, Château d’Aguerria • The Isturitz and Oxocelhaya caves - historic Tel. +33 (0)5 59 31 83 23. A magnificent monuments. Tel. +33 (0)5 59 29 64 72 panorama over the Basque coast, the • Agerria Farm: farm visit with cheese making Pyrenees, the Landes, the valleys of and sales of local farm products. the Adour and the Nive, and the Ocean. Tel. +33 (0)5 59 29 45 39 or (0)7 60 01 10 65 Orientation table. b La Bastide Clairence The Coast road and A Navarre bastide from the 14th C. classed among the prettiest villages in France. For the haRbour of hondarribia 700 years, the village has preserved its 1/2 day original grid pattern and block architecture. Itinerary: Anglet, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Socoa, What to see: the church and its cloisters as Hendaye via the Corniche, Hondarribia (Spain). well as the Place des Arceaux around which b Hendaye are grouped a lot of art and craft workers, Stroll along the coast to Hendaye. A the Jewish cemetery. visit to the Château d'Abbadia is a must Tel. +33 (0)5 59 29 65 05. Tel. +33 (0)5 59 20 04 51. Then arrive at the marina and take the boat to Hondarribia tracking (10 min) crossing the Bidassoa river. b We strongly advise you to visit the Basque Hondarribia harbour churches the beauty of which is remarkable A typical fishing village with a square with with their superimposed galleries formerly colored houses where you can try “tapas reserved for men. It is worth noting how the y clarete”. Discover the old town and its majority of the villages are laid out around fortifications with an uninterrupted view the Town Hall, the church and the jai alai wall. over the bay of Txingudi.

Between the pays de cize (hispanic-moorish or byzantine styles), a and the pays de mixe Unesco World heritage site, linked to the traditional pilgrimage route to Santiago de A full day Compostela. Itinerary: Anglet, Ustaritz, Cambo, , The return journey ‘between Saison and Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Saint-Jean-Le-Vieux, Bidouze’ will enable you to discover other Mendive and Iraty. facets of the Basque Country: Tardets, Mau- léon, St Palais, , Bayonne and Anglet. b Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port • Its traditional all day market every Monday excursions into the southern (on Tuesday if Monday is a public holiday). basque country (spain) • Its pelota matches every Monday at 5pm (4pm in winter). A full day • Its old town: city walls, the citadel, rebuilt b Saint Sébastien (Donostia in basque) by Vauban, the ‘Bishops’ prison’, the so- A very attractive Spanish town just 50 km called ‘Roman bridge’, the wall walk on from Anglet, renowned for its famous bay top of the city ramparts, the church, the called La Concha from which you can see porte St Jacques city gate, cobbled streets the island of Santa Clara, the Igueldo Mont, and 16th, 18th and 19th century houses. a splendid promontory and the Fun Fair. Tél. +33 (0)5 59 37 03 57. Not to be missed is the old quarter with • Its Navarre handicrafts - Traditional utility its small lanes edged with boutiques and 25 and ornamental pottery, turned by hand, tapas bars which make up its renown. in front of the public, then glazed using What to visit: the Aquarium and its large a centuries old technique with wood ash. oceanic pool viewed via a 360°-tunnel and 36, rue d'Espagne. the “Miramon Science Space”. • Key stage on the pilgrimage route to b Bilbao (Bilbo in basque) Santiago de Compostela. A large industrial city in Northern Spain b Iraty 145km from Anglet that can be reached by Discover, at a 1,200m-altitude, the Iraty motorway or by taking a winding coastal forest (the largest beech forest in Europe) road that allows you to discover the pretty in the heart of the Basque country and on fishing harbours. an unmatched mountain location. A wide Its famous Guggenheim museum, with a choice of walks for all seasons along 40km contemporary art exhibition, attracts many of cross country ski tracks. tourists who are seduced more by the If you have the time to spare… you’ll be more avant-garde design of the building signed than satisfied by the next stage of the tour: by Frank O. Gehry, than by the attractions of the works themselves. b The province de Soule Open all year: 10.00 am to 8.00 pm. Closed The espadrille (flat canvas or cotton shoes) Mondays except in July and workshops and the Fortress at Mauleon. August. Head towards – Walking option: take in the impressive Holzarte suspension footbridge, the "Salle de la Verna" natural underground chamber or the Kakueta gorges of Ste Engrâce – Religious sites option: visit the churches of Ste Engrâce (romanesque) and of the Hôpital St Blaise action

Sport and well-being... Outdoor sports b Golf The generosity of a particularly mild Golf de Chiberta climate allows outdoor sports all year 18 hole course 104 boulevard des Plages round. Between swimming and lazing Tel. +33 (0)5 59 52 51 10 www.golfchiberta.com around, beach volleyball for keeping Closed Thursdays except during the school shape, why not try horse riding, to holidays. discover the pignada, or pelota for the Perhaps the finest course in the region, wealth of its tradition. the Chiberta golf course is divided between the pine forest and the seaside within British There is an intense associative life, a links. On its bed of sand, often beaten by multitude of clubs, interesting spor- the winds, Chiberta is playable all year ting apparatus and a magnificent golf round, whatever the weather forecast. course covering the most complete Course distance 5647m - par: 70 palette of sporting disciplines that the The “Golf de l’Impératrice” course 26 9 hole course visitor could wish for. Avenue de l’Impératrice Tel. +33 (0)5 59 52 61 00 www.golfchiberta.com Closed Wednesdays except during the school Activities throughout holidays. the year Course distance: 1434m - par 29 b Horse riding El Hogar swimming pool La Barre ice rink The Basque Coast Equestrian Club (French School of Horse riding) Rue de Hausquette 299 avenue de l’Adour Route du Petit Palais Tel.: +33 (0)5 59 57 10 90 Tel.: +33 (0)5 59 57 17 30 Tel. +33 (0)5 59 63 83 45 www.anglet.fr www.anglet.fr www.chcotebasque.com Initiation and advanced courses. Pony and horse rides. The club is ideally located in the forêt du Pignada forest, where a network of paths is perfect for horse-riding, walking or Thalassotherapy cycling. The club also occasionally organizes and Health longer trips into the hinterland of the Basque & Fitness country. (see page 29) Open all year. Closed on Thursday and Sunday from September to June and on Sunday in July and August. b Roller, Skate, BMX b Sailing « Ride and Roll » at La Barre Yacht Club Adour Atlantique 118 avenue de l’Adour Between the Atlantic and the nature Port de plaisance reserve, alongside the skating rink, a space Tel. +33 (0)5 59 52 36 04 of 1750 m2 has been laid out with a street www.ycaa-voile.fr area (two half-pipes and other modules) School holiday courses. for aficionados of roller blades, skateboard Initiation outings, sailing school on cruise and BMX. A special dedicated area is also sailing boats, regattas. Initiation and available for toddlers. The rider sport kiosk advanced. nearby welcomes all the various sports Open throughout the year. associations. b Sea canoeing - Wave ski - Stand up Paddle Anglet Olympique Canoë Kayak Kiosque de la Roule b Beach Volley Plage de La Barre Anglet Olympique Tel. +33 (0)6 66 75 06 06 Tel. +33 (0)6 99 41 46 33 http://aock.unblog.fr www.aovolleyball.com Canoe/paddling sports school (stand up Sables d’Or beach is paddle surfing, surf kayaking, sea kayaking, equiped, in season, outrigger canoe, waveski surfing). Taster with eight permanent sessions, training courses, longer trips 27 Beach Volleyball courts. and equipment hire. Fully equiped canoes, This, then, is the place for all the Basque wetsuits, expert supervision. Open all year coast Volleyball players to meet. Anglet round, book in advance. Olympique organizes tournaments open to all comers in July and August. b Sub-aqua diving b Minigolf BAB Subaquatique Club Port des Pêcheurs Baby Golf 64200 Biarritz 13 rue de Bouney Tel. +33 (0)5 59 24 80 40 or +33 (0)6 09 26 22 65 Tel. +33 (0)5 59 03 09 21 www.babsub.fr www.golf-anglet.com Open throughout the year. Open all year (except season: week-ends, public holidays & school holidays). b Mechanical water sports - Jet ski Jet Sport 64 Halles de Blancpignon 96 avenue de l’Adour Tel. +33 (0)5 59 52 42 51 Nautical sports Mobile: +33 (0)6 78 25 37 31 or +33 (0)6 78 25 36 56 www.jetsport64.com b Sea fishing Try your hand at driving a jet ski - no Yacht Club Adour Atlantique licence needed – you’ll be supervised by an 118 avenue de l’Adour - Port de plaisance Tel. +33 (0)6 81 30 74 08 or +33 (0)5 59 45 12 03 instructor (for 16 year olds and up). www.ycaa.fr Wide range of itineraries for licence-holders and non-holders, both at sea or on the river Open throughout the year. (the Adour or the Nive rivers...). Wakeboard, Trips must be booked in advance. flyboard and boat tube hire. Boating school. Open all year round. action

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AVIATION b Tennis Anglet Olympique b Aéroclub Basque El Hogar Sports centre 3 allée des aéroclubs Rue de Hausquette Tel. +33 (0)5 59 23 93 79 Tel. +33 (0)5 59 63 90 30 www.aeroclub-basque.com (Covered courts) Initiation flights, flying school (light planes Haitz Pean and microlights). Promenade du Parc Belay Tel. +33 (0)5 59 03 06 45 Les Cigales 33 avenue des Pyrénées Ball sports Tel. +33 (0)5 59 63 96 50 Chiberta Tennis Country Club 22 avenue du Lac b Basque Pelota Tel. +33 (0)5 59 63 83 58 Haitz Pean Trinquet & glass trinquet b Squash 28 Promenade du Parc Belay Haitz Pean Tel. +33 (0)5 59 03 06 45 Promenade du Parc Belay Orok Bat Tel. +33 (0)5 59 03 06 45 LH wall & Trinquet 1 allée Orok Bat b Squash - Racquetball - Jorkyball Tel. +33 (0)5 59 31 91 00 Sport-Ball Anglet Les Cigales 23 promenade du Prince Impérial LH wall Tel. +33 (0)5 59 63 40 66 33 avenue des www.sportballanglet.net Pyrénées Tel. +33 (0)5 59 63 THALASSOTHeRAPy 96 50 health & fitness El Hogar LH wall Atlanthal Rue de Hausquette 153 boulevard des Plages Tel. +33 (0)5 59 57 10 90 Tel. +33 (0)5 59 52 75 55 Club Hardoytarrak Open all year. 88 rue de Hardoy www.biarritz-thalasso.com Tel. +33 (0)5 59 31 09 70 or +33 (0)6 24 29 60 70 Discover the 4 main disciplines of Basque Pelota: handball, pala (bat), chistera (basket) and xare (Argentinian racquet). Taster sessions and coaching for children and adults, school groups and conference groups. Ter’Atlantik Tel. +33 (0)5 59 59 30 59 or +33 (0)6 88 12 13 60 www.teratlantik.fr For conferences or groups: a team of professionals will provide a demonstration of the various types of Basque pelota for you. • The Lagoon: 350 m² of seawater, heated to 34°C featuring indoor and outdoor pools. Massage jets, microbubble beds, b Multi-activities swimming lanes, countercurrent courses, Three Anglet services can also offer you, etc. Aquagym courses every day. NEW outside Anglet, a range of activities such as Aquabike activity. Sauna and hammam. canyoning, rafting, canoe kayaking, country Single entrance ticket and season walks, mountain biking etc. tickets. Ter’Atlantik Tel.: +33 (0)5 59 59 30 59 or +33 (0)6 88 12 13 60 • The Club Fitness: 1200 m² area for www.teratlantik.fr fitness training with cardio-training Open all year round, advance booking and body-building room. 2 rooms for required: surfing, rollerblading, pelota, community classes: abs and back, hiking, sporting challenges… stepping, stretching, body-sculpting, RPM, Pilates... Sauna and hammam. Evolution 2 Single entrance ticket and season 130 avenue de l’Adour Tel. +33 (0)5 59 42 03 06 or +33 (0)5 59 63 30 90 tickets. www.evolution2-paysbasque.com (See also page 16) • Thalassotherapy centre: à la carte thalassotherapy treatments, half-day Loisirs64 packages, Thalassotherapy and Restaurant Tel. +33 (0)5 59 93 35 65 or +33 (0)6 14 59 26 11 www.loisirs64.com day packages and longer Thalassotherapy Possibility to pick up outside Anglet (min. Health or Thalassotherapy Sport courses 4 people). 29 of treatment. All-inclusive packages Show this guide to get a 10% discount on (with accommodation) are available. a rafting session. ‘My Thalasso - my well-being, my way’: Design your own thalassotherapy package b Tourist flights by choosing from a range of treatments. Biarritz Hélicoptère BAB Airport - Entrance P2 car park Activities outside Anglet Tel. +33 (0)5 59 23 78 20 www.biarritz-helicoptere.com b Organized country walks Discovery of the Basque country, the If you wish walk by yourself, there are Landes, the Pyrenees… and theme guidebooks on sale at the Tourist Office. tours: golfing, gastronomic and cultural (Guggenheim museum at Bilbao…) If you prefer to have an accompanied outing to the Mountains, you are invited to Procoptère Aviation contact our recommended guide: Aéroport du BAB - Allée des aéroclubs Stéphane Semper Tel. +33 (0)6 86 18 12 64 Tel. +33 (0)6 45 64 87 34 or +33 (0)3 85 46 93 93 www.randonneebasque.com www.procoptere-aviation.com Pleasure flights, commercial flights to a range b Cycling tours of destinations, introductory flying lessons. Bike Atlantic Tel. +33 (0)6 67 72 01 00 Sightseeing flights over the coastline of the www.bikeatlantic.com Basque Country and the Landes. Non-guided cycling tours (Basque Country, Béarn and Landes) and bike hire. Bicycles are brought directly to your hotel, campsite or trip starting point. Route planning advice and suggestions, roadbook supplied.

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Regular “rendez-vous” The sporting side of Anglet does not neglect going to the Fête, a joyous b Quintaou Market tradition between the Adour and Traditional open air market Pyrenees. These occasions do not Esplanade de Quintaou miss out on extending the evenings Every Thursday and Sunday morning. between fireworks, concerts, folkloric b The Biocéan market dancing and singing but without Basque country farmers’ market selling forgetting the rock and variety too. As organic produce to the surroundings, from the Chambre 149 bis avenue de l’Adour - Place de la d’Amour to the Sables d’Or, they Bécasse. lend themselves well to this healthy Every Saturday morning from 7am to 1pm exuberance, and finally are witnesses to b Brocantes (Second hand Sales) a feeling of well being. • Place du Général de Gaulle (Town Hall), every second Sunday of the month. Cinema, bowling, games... • Place du Général Leclerc (Cinq Cantons), every first Sunday of the month. 31 b Monciné b Mutxiko Rue des Barthes (opposite Décathlon) Traditional Basque dances 6 halls - For the programme: Place du Général Leclerc (Cinq Cantons) Infoline at +33 (0) 892 686 606 Every third Sunday of the month at 11.30 am www.moncine-anglet.com except July and August. b Bowlingstar - 16 Lanes b Les Puces de Quintaou (bric-à-brac) 1 allée du Cadran (A meeting of professionals and individuals). Tel. +33 (0)5 59 31 21 11 Esplanade de Quintaou One game costs from 5 to 7€. Other Every fourth Saturday of the month from activities: billiards, video games. Open every 8 am to 6 pm-Except day throughout the year, from 2 pm. December: the third saturday. b Parkatoto 10 rue Louis Colas (near Monciné) Tel. +33 (0)5 59 52 19 79 www.parkatoto.fr Giant indoor, children’s amusement park with safe game modules which when put end to end form an urban jungle of tubes, toboggans, pools full of balls, rope bridges or suspended bridges. night Club Ze Megapark (3-12 years) and Ze Minipark (1-3 years) b L’Étoile Pay on entry. 151 rue de Chassin Tel. +33 (0)5 59 03 53 69 divertissement

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th th st b Fri. 3rd and Tue. 7th May - Evening b Fri. 19 , Sat. 20 and Sun. 21 July - PILOTARIENAK PELOTA TOURNAMENT Daytime and Evening Bare-hand pelota tournament featuring the ANGLET BEACH RUGBY FESTIVAL best Elite Pro teams. Tournaments, exhibition matches and Haitz Pean glass trinquet court. Beach rugby taster sessions Sables d’Or beach b Sat. 18th, Sun. 19th and Mon. 20th May - Afternoon AUGUST ARRET SUR RIVAGE festival b sh nd (Street arts festival) Thu. 1 and Fri. 2 August Anglet celebrates its coastline. Street NIGHT SURFING FESTIVAL Professional night surfing competition theatre and performances… Parks and Cavaliers beach Sables d’Or beach b Tue. 6th and Wed. 7th August - All day b Sun. 26th May - 10.30 am 32 FESTIVAL DES CHINEURS GOURMET RUN (BARGAIN HUNTERS’ FESTIVAL) Fun run (runners not placed or timed), with Bric à brac and antiques market a chance to sample some local produce. Esplanade de Quintaou JULY b Sat. 10th August - 10.45 pm b Fri. 5th and Sat. 6th July - from 7.30 pm on SOUND, LIGHT AND FIREWORK DISPLAY LES CABANAS TO MUSICAL ACCOMPANIMENT Sports clubs festival: Bodegas, concerts... Free event (in the event of bad weather, the Esplanade de La Barre display will be postponed to the same time on the following day) b th th Wed. 10 to Sat. 13 July Marinella beach INTERNATIONAL SURF FILM FESTIVAL A not-to-be-missed event for all lovers of b Fri. 16th and Sat. 17th August - 9 pm - 11 pm surf films. ANGLET PARK SESSION LABEL BY FISE Chambre d’Amour International pro and amateur skateboarding and BMX-riding tournament. b th Sat. 13 July La Barre Skatepark BASTILLE DAY CELEBRATIONS 9 pm - Concerts and street performances b Sat. 24th August 11 pm - Firework display «Chambre d’Amour» NIGHT Chambre d’Amour 9 pm - Concerts and street performances 10.30 pm - Firework display Sables d’Or

The programme of events for the spring and summer is available from the Tourist Office and on www.anglet-tourisme.com

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Art exhibitions - cultural events in Anglet ...

ART centres (PUBLIC AREAS) ART EXHIBITIONS b Villa Beatrix Enea (Admission Free) 2 rue Albert-le-Barillier nd th Tel.: +33 (0)5 59 58 35 60 b March 2 to April 14 Art gallery, culture, heritage, twinning. An exhibition by Michel Haccala Remaining faithful to the poetic, ‘pseudo-naïf’ b Galerie Georges-Pompidou quality that characterises his work, Michel 12 rue Albert-le-Barillier Haccala explores a theme that is very dear to Tel.: +33 (0)5 59 58 35 60 him, that of the sea and those who travel upon it, highlighting its historical dimensions and b Le Patio de l’Hôtel de Ville drawing forth the innate humanity of his subject. Town Hall - Rue Amédée-Dufourg Villa Beatrix Enea Tel.: +33 (0)5 59 58 35 60 b September 21st to October 20th b Les Écuries de Baroja Mirka Lugosi 19 rue des Quatre Cantons This exhibition is held in the framework of the Tel.: +33 (0)5 59 58 35 60 partnership between the town of Anglet and the Multidisciplinary creativity and diffusion center. Basque Coast (Littoral Basque) CPIE (the Centre Activities run by artistic and cultural bodies. 34 Permanent d’Initiatives pour l’Environnement b Chapiteau-spectacle de Baroja – a network of non-profit bodies that promote (The Baroja events marquee) sustainable development and environmentally- 19 rue des Quatre Cantons friendly policies and activities). This body Tel.: +33 (0)5 59 58 73 00 manages the Nekatoenea artist-in-residence Third season. Evening shows and shows for programme at the domaine d’Abbadia estate. At children on Sunday afternoon. The programme the end of his residency, Mirka Lugosi will exhibit of events is run by the direction de la Culture his works in Anglet. et de l’Ouverture Internationale (the department Villa Beatrix Enea for Arts and the promotion of International b th th cultural cooperation). November 16 2013 to January 15 2014 Kostis Georgiou A native of Thessalonica, painter and sculptor LIBRARY Kostis Georgiou creates a strange, almost disturbing world that sometimes brings to mind 12 rue Albert-le-Barillier that of Francis Bacon. This fascinating collection Tel.: +33 (0)5 59 52 17 55 is marked by a palette of bright, emotion-laden http://bibliotheque-municipale.anglet.fr colour. Self-improvement, education, enjoyment. The Villa Beatrix Enea library’s collections provide all of this – French and foreign language material in all fields, for Find all our cultural news on adults and children: books, magazines, CDs, www.anglet.fr ZOOM DVDs, magazines. Multimedia area, wifi (see the ‘Internet’ section, page 35). Our facilities are free for all. ‘Beach library’ from July 1st to August 31st at the plage des Corsaires beach, every day from 2pm We recommend you to visit the Anglet to 6.30pm. churches, the town with seven bell towers, remarkable for their stained glass by the recognized master glass workers: Mauméjan, Lesquibe, Carrère. cultural events b 14 th and 15th September: National Heritage days More information on : +33 (0)5 59 58 35 60 b From March 30th to April 1st : The ‘Les Jours Heureux’ festival (in its third year) b November: Mois de l’image (the month This is the festival for kids and those who are still of the visual) kids at heart. There’s a whole raft of shows for just Film showings, debates and special events to about everyone (2 years and up) mark the festival of animated film and the month Domaine de Baroja of the documentary. Information: +33 (0)5 59 58 73 00 Municipal library b May 24th to September 1st: Fifth Biennial of Contemporary Art INTERNET and computers Anglet’s Biennial of Contemporary Art is a key date in the regional arts calendar that is now b Cinq Cantons Tourist Office winning recognition on the national stage too, 1 avenue de la Chambre d’Amour with the attendance of major artists who share Tél. +33 (0)5 50 03 77 01 their artistic creations with the wider public. Free wifi for 30 minutes Coastal walk between the Les Cavaliers and La Barre beaches; also various arts venues: b Library (Multimedia area) The parc Izadia, the George Pompidou gallery 12 rue Albert-le-Barillier and the villa Beatrix Enea – admission free Tel.: +33 (0)5 59 52 17 55 Opening times and information: 05 59 58 35 60 http://bibliotheque-municipale.anglet.fr Internet connection, wifi, desktop publishing/ th th b June 7 to June 15 : Festival à Mots word processing software, language lab, Ouverts games... Ours facilities are free for all. The festival of the spoken word. This event gives Opening hours: Tues, 10 am to 8 pm; Wed, Fri, 35 a stage to the spoken word in all its guises : Sat: 10 am to 6 pm; Thurs: 10 am to 1 pm. storytelling, comedy/chat, song, poetry slam, poetry readings… Domaine de Baroja Information: + 33 (0)5 59 58 73 00 b End of June: Baroja Off Open stage for professionals and amateurs. Ecuries de Baroja - admission free b September 5th to September 22nd: «Musique en Côte Basque» music festival Theme: «Romantic run aways in the Basque Country» Sunday 15th September: • Homage to Father Cestac • Musical mass at Notre-Dame du Refuge chapel at 10 am ZOOM • Spiritual reading with M. Lonsdale at the Convent of the Bernardines at 3 pm “IZADIA” : • Concert at Notre-Dame du Refuge chapel at 5 pm PARC ÉCOLOGIQUE, MAISON • Concert for the families at Baroja at 11.30 am Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th September: DE L’ENVIRONNEMENT ET DU • Singing masterclasses at Baroja at 11.30 am DÉVELOPPEMENT DURABLE Thursday 19th September: Expositions et animations • Concert at St Leon church at 9 pm Information. +33 (0)5 59 03 77 01 (voir aussi page 16) InfoRmationS

Town Information b Town hall 1 rue Amédée Dufourg Tel. +33 (0)5 59 58 35 35 Fax +33 (0)5 59 52 26 17 www.anglet.fr b Post Office Main Post Office - 7 rue du 8 Mai SECURITY Tel. +33 (0)5 59 58 08 40 b National Police Blancpignon Office - 43 rue Henri Renéric • Anglet Police Station 5 Cantons Office - Place Général Leclerc 5 rue du 8 Mai (closed at night) EMERGENCY Tel. +33 (0)5 59 63 84 64 • Central Station b SAMU (EMS) 6 rue de Marhum - 64100 BAYONNE Tel. 15 - Mobile: 112 Tel. +33 (0)5 59 46 22 22 b Fire b Municipal Police and Objects found 36 Tel. 18 - Mobile: 112 Town hall - Rue Amédée Dufourg b Emergency police Tel. +33 (0)5 59 58 35 00 Tel. 17 - Mobile: 112 TRANSPORT HEALTH b Chronoplus (Bus) b Doctor duty Tel. +33 (0)5 59 52 59 52 Tel. 15 www.chronoplus.eu - www.chronoplus.mobi Company running the bus service between b SOS Médecins (Doctors) Bayonne, Anglet, Biarritz, Bidart, 10 allée Vega - 77 rue du Bois Belin St-Pierre d’Irube, and Tarnos. Centre Erdian Tel. +33 (0)5 59 03 30 00 b Taxis • Taxis BAB - Tel. +33 (0)5 59 63 17 17 b Centre Hospitalier Côte Basque (Hospital) • SOS Côte Basque - Tel. +33 (0)5 59 93 65 65 13 av. de l’Interne Jacques Loëb • Stéphane Taxi 64 - Tél. +33 (0)6 85 66 60 61 64100 BAYONNE - Tel. +33 (0)5 59 44 35 35 • Taxi Maxi - Tél. +33 (0)6 85 53 25 12 b Polyclinique d’Aguilera (Private general hospital) • Ludovic Jonqua - Tél. +33 (0)6 09 30 61 32 21 rue de l’Estagnas - 64200 BIARRITZ • Taxi Abarhe Transport - Tél. +33 (0)6 36 59 48 48 Reception desk: Tel. +33 (0)825 135 064 b Biarritz-Anglet-Bayonne Airport Emergency: Tel. +33 (0)825 134 600 7 Esplanade de l’Europe b Duty Chemist Tel. +33 (0)5 59 43 83 83 Call the police station: Tel. +33 (0)5 59 46 22 22 b Railway Stations b Duty Vet. Bayonne or Biarritz (5 km) - Tel. 36 35 Call the police station b Marina Tel. +33 (0)5 59 46 22 22 118 avenue de l’Adour b Duty dentist Tel. +33 (0)5 59 63 05 45 Tel. +33 (0)5 59 55 68 46 [email protected] BABY-SITTING Family 64 Tel. +33 (0)5 59 15 12 82 B.I.J (Youth Information Office) Tel. +33 (0)5 59 58 26 50 Family Sphere Tel. +33 (0)5 59 63 60 76 TRANSFERS/PRIVATE EXCURSIONS b France Cars b 64Ways 93 av. d’Espagne Tel. +33 (0)5 59 03 16 08 - www.francecars.fr Tel. +33 (0)6 22 49 29 72 www.64ways.com b Hertz Explore the French and Spanish Basque BAB airport country with a trilingual (french/english/german) Tel. +33 (0)5 59 03 42 13 - www.hertz.fr driver and guide. Suitable for 1 to 6 people. Choose from several day and half-day tours b Limoges location focussing on different themes. Transfers to all 11 avenue de l’Adour - Tél. 05 59 50 37 10 airports available. b National Citer b 64Cabbab 7 esplanade de l’Europe - BAB airport Tél. +33 (0)6 95 00 40 24 Tel. +33 (0)5 59 23 07 41 - www.citer.fr www.64cabbab.fr Transportation for 1 to 6 people, catering to b Rent a Car tourists or business travellers, one-off journeys Centre Com. BAB 3000 or regular trips, themed tours tailor-made to Route de Bahinos - Tel. +33 (0)5 59 03 16 70 you, corporate events, transfers, shuttle service [email protected] to all railway stations and airports. b Rent a Car b Biarritz Chauffeur Service Centre Com. BAB 3000 - Route de Bahinos Tel. +33 (0)5 59 03 16 70 Tél. 06 63 39 15 69 37 www.biarritzchauffeurservice.com [email protected] A top-quality car and driver hire service that’s b Sixt tailored to you. Transfers to all airports and BAB airport railway stations. Tel. +33 (0)5 59 43 76 61 - [email protected] Day and half-day excursions. Special wedding transportation service. MOTORHOME RENTALS

EXCURSIONS b Wikicampers www.wikicampers.fr Departure from the 5 Cantons roundabout. Half Wikicampers brings motorhome and camper or full day excursions with our partners: Label van owners into contact with people who don’t Vie, Le Basque Bondissant… Programs and want to have to go too far afield to hire a vehicle bookings at the Tourist Office for their holidays. Tel. +33 (0)5 59 03 77 01 CAR RENTALS Rental of drivers’ licence-exempt cars b ADA • 11 av. de l’Adour - Tel. +33 (0)5 59 50 37 10 b LSP • BAB Airport Tel. +33 (0)6 11 30 22 28 Tel. +33 (0)5 59 43 95 31 - www.ada.fr www.locations-sans-permis.com b Avis CYCLE RENTALS BAB airport Tel. +33 (0)5 59 23 67 92 - www.avis.fr b Bike Atlantic b Tel. +33 (0)6 67 72 01 00 - www.bikeatlantic.com Europcar Hybrid/city bike and running bike hire.Bicycle BAB airport transported free of charge (within a 20km radius Tel. +33 (0)5 59 43 80 20 - www.europcar.fr around Anglet) to your accommodation or trip b Carrefour Location starting point. Personalised service: advice on Avenue Jean Léon Laporte route planning, route maps… Tél. 05 59 45 87 45 - www.carrefour.fr Les aventuriers du pignada A fun orientation circuit Anglet, a mysterious forest, with its paths winding through the pine trees, come and Easter holidays: hunt the markers, solve the riddles, and find Wednesday an inhabitant of the forest… 17, 24 April and 8 May Will you succeed? Departures at 3 pm Using a map and a compass, come and Summer holidays: take your first steps in orientation and smell the scent of adventure in the magnificent Every Thursday from 4 July forest of Pignada. to 29 August.(except bank holiday) Departures at 10 am and 3 pm Contact Anglet Tourisme Rates: for further information e15 per family (max. 6 pers.) and to sign up. Individuals: e6 per person Tel. +33 (0)5 59 03 77 01 www.anglet-tourisme.com