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The city centre of Hossegor

The bustling heart of the resort

The city centre of Hossegor is the bustling heart of the resort, combining local shops, trendy boutiques, cafes and restaurants. We discovered a typical architecture basco-landaise, places and living a stylish and relaxed atmosphere.
Ideal for a walk, the city centre can enjoy shopping, markets, cultural events, and sunny terraces, while remaining two steps away from the lake and the ocean. Summer as the off-season, the city centre of Hossegor is a place of encounter and user-friendliness, perfect for living to the full the spirit in the landes.

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Discover the city centre

Shops

At the heart of the city, discover over 150 stores , mixing elegance, surf culture and trends, in an atmosphere typical of hossegorienne.

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Larchitecture

Between villas basco-landaise, historic buildings and urban sophistication, let us guide you through the streets for a walk immersive in the heart of the heritage and the architectural identity basco-landaise of the station.

A bit ofhistory...

The city centre of Hossegor is intimately linked to the birth of the seaside resort at the beginning of the XXᵉ century. Until the 1920s, Hossegor is a natural territory consisting of dunes, forest of the landes, and a few isolated houses, living mainly from fishing, resin, and forestry.

The birth of a station elegant

In the period between the two world wars, Hossegor is experiencing a dramatic turn with the arrival of intellectuals, artists and notable attracted by the exceptional natural environment of the lake and the ocean. The centre of the town then developed around an urban project that is ambitious, thought of it as a resort chic and harmonious, away from mass tourism.

An architectural identity strong

It is at this period that imposes the style basco-landais mixing inspirations basque, landes and Art deco. Villas, shops and public buildings of the city centre to adopt a recognizable style : sloping roofs, half-timbering, arcades, white fronts and decorative details, cared for. This architecture is today still at the centre of the city its unique character.

The Musts

Check out 5 things to do in the city centre ofHossegor :

  • browse and shop

  • dine on the terrace

  • to Observe the architecture basco-landaise

  • Browse the traditional market 

  • to Make a gourmet break at les Halles

Check out land-based activities

Check out land-based activities to Hossegor, ideal to enjoy nature between lake forest and trails.

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FAQ

Park in the city centre of Hossegor is possible, but parking is regulated and seasonal.

In practice :

  • The parking is paid from 1 may to 30 September, usually between 10 and 19 in the city center.
  • Outside of this period (October to April), it is free.
  • Of the free car parks exist in the periphery or in certain areas throughout the year, to reach the center on foot or by bike.
  • Solutions of non-motorised transport (bicycles, shuttle in season) can also facilitate the access to the city centre.

Moreinformation on parking here

From 1 may to 30 September, the parking charges
in the city centre and on the lots in the market, Pine trees, Quiet and theoffice of tourism, every day from 10h to 19h (including holidays).

The city centre of Hossegor is a place that is lively and pleasant, which is discovered easily on foot.

You can go shopping in the many shops (fashion, surf, decoration), take advantage of the cafes and restaurants on the terrace, or stroll around the market of les halles, which is highly appreciated for its regional products.

The city centre of Hossegor is easily accessible by bike thanks to a network of bike paths, well-developed linking the beaches, the lake and the surrounding communes.

You can reach the centre in safety from the main cycle routes (notably from Seignosse, Capbreton, or beaches), with itineraries designed, and well-marked.

Once arrived, bows and boxes bike parking are available to park easily, and enjoy the shops, the market, and terraces.

Office de Tourisme Hossegor is located at 166 avenue de la Gare, 40150 Soorts-Hossegor, near the city centre and the lake.

It is a central location, easily accessible by foot, bike or car to prepare your trip and get all the tourist information.

Yes, there are several public toilets in the city centre of Hossegor.

You will find close to the Tourist Office, the park, Rosny, the Halles and the place of the Pines Quiet.

Yes, one can come to the city centre of Hossegor by bus.

The town is served by the local network Yégo, which connects to free the main surrounding communes (Capbreton, Seignosse, Labenne, Saint-Vincent-de-Tyrosse…), with stops close to the city centre, particularly the Office of Tourism.

In addition, the regional line 517 network(Nouvelle-Aquitaine) connects Dax to Bayonne via Hossegor, which also makes it possible to reach the station from or to the great cities of the territory.

The nearest beach to the city centre is the beach of the Park, the beach of the sea Lake ofHossegor.

This beach urban-friendly and is situated in the immediate vicinity ofa playground for children and the city centre. A beach restaurant offers its services on the premises. She has been awarded the ” Range without Tobacco “, which means thatit is strictly forbidden to smoke on the beach.