Local Guide Capbreton & Hossegor

Welcome to our stay guide. Restaurants, beaches, activities, practical info: everything you need to enjoy Capbreton and Hossegor, handpicked by our local team.

Your first day

Fish market

FreeYear-round

Direct sales from fishermen at the Capitainerie, every morning.

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Boulangerie des Plages

€Year-round

Artisan bread and pastries facing the beaches. 24h bread dispenser.

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Monkey Mood

€€Year-round

Generous brunch and plant-based cuisine in a colourful setting.

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Hossegor lake loop

Free on footYear-round

7.4 km through Art Deco villas, pine forest and oyster shacks.

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First surf lesson

€€April to November

Several schools on Notre-Dame beach, equipment provided.

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Monsieur Mouette

€€Year-round

Relaxed terrace on the harbour with boat views.

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Chez Papa Joub

€€Summer

Pizzas facing the ocean on the Notre-Dame terraces.

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Goustut

€€Year-round

Bistronomy on the harbour, daily catch and local produce.

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L'Estacade + beach

FreeYear-round

189m historic jetty then a walk along the beach.

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Lake paddleboarding

€€April to November

SUP or kayak on the marine lake, stunning setting.

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Dolphin expedition

€€€May to September

Scientific expedition in the Gouf de Capbreton canyon, 3-4h.

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Central Beach or Estacade

FreeYear-round

Sit back and watch the show, facing due west.

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Oyster shacks by the lake

€–€€Year-round

Oysters, white wine and sunset over the lake.

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Lou Cabana

€€Summer

Feet in the sand, cocktails facing the setting sun.

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Le Robinet Café

€€Year-round

Coffee shop and homemade cuisine with a surf vibe.

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Le Backstage

€€Year-round

Tapas, live music and a festive atmosphere.

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Jean des Sables

€€€Year-round

Gastronomic table facing the ocean, seasonal cuisine.

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Our favourite spots and recommendations

Choose a category to explore the guide.

Restaurants

Our favourite tables: gastronomy, beach dining, tapas, brunch.

Beaches

Ocean, lake and harbour: pick your beach for the day.

Activities

Surf, walks, watersports and must-sees.

Markets

Days, times and addresses of local markets.

Rentals

Surf, SUP, kayak, bike: where to rent equipment.

Practical info

Bakeries, pharmacies, supermarkets and everyday services.

Rainy day

Indoor activities, visits and great spots for wet weather.

Day trips

Day trips around Capbreton & Hossegor.

Transport

Free bus, train, taxi, cycling and parking.

Emergencies

Useful numbers and contacts in case of need.

Opening hours and availability may vary by season. We recommend checking before your visit.

Our sunset spots

Oyster shacks by the lake

Oysters and white wine as the sun sets over the marine lake.

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Lou Cabana

Feet in the sand, laid-back vibes facing the setting sun.

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Central Beach Hossegor

Terraces on Place des Landais — the ultimate sunset aperitif spot.

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L'Estacade de Capbreton

189m of jetty facing the ocean. Due west, stunning views.

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Baya Bar

Panoramic hotel bar with house cocktails overlooking the Atlantic.

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Le Soweto

Beach shack by the water, drink in hand, sun going down.

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Chez Papa Joub

Pizzas and cocktails facing the ocean on the Notre-Dame terraces.

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Beach info & safety

Beach flags

Supervised bathing, no particular danger.

Supervised bathing, limited danger. Caution advised.

Swimming prohibited.

Pollution or jellyfish. Ask at the lifeguard station.

Beaches in Capbreton and Hossegor are supervised in season (mid-June to mid-September). Always swim between the red and yellow flags.

Beware of rip currents (baïnes)

Baïnes are pools of water formed between sandbars. They look like calm, natural swimming pools but hide powerful currents that can sweep you out to sea. This is the main danger on the Landes coast.

What to do if caught in a rip current?

—Do not fight the current
—Float to conserve your energy
—Swim parallel to the beach to escape the current
—Signal for help and call out to lifeguards

Atlantic Selection

Enjoy your stay in Capbreton & Hossegor

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