Activities in Anglet
Nicknamed “Little California” for its spirit, art de vivre and board sports culture, Anglet (pronounce the “t” correctly) is a natural, sporty and dynamic town.
Its unspoilt coastline of 4.5km of sandy coastline stretching from the arm of the River Adour to the Pointe du Cap St-Martin and its 230 hectares of pine forests make Anglet an ideal playground for lovers of wide open spaces and contrasting landscapes.
Anglet offers you a whole range of leisure and outdoor activities to fill up your senses: swimming, thalassotherapy, surfing, skateboarding, yoga, golf, cycling, tree climbing, beach volleyball, beach rugby, horse riding, pelota…
As for walkers and joggers, the coastal promenade and the many greenways in the natural areas will be the ideal setting for them!
A holiday in Anglet also means unforgettable memories all year round! Take advantage of the many free activities and events for all the family: concerts overlooking the ocean, open-air film screenings, fireworks, international surfing and extreme sports competitions, contemporary art exhibitions, etc.
international surfing and extreme sports competitions, contemporary art exhibitions…
Culture
Just 2 km from Villa Clara, this museum features a collection of maritime objects and aquariums.
3 km away, this lighthouse offers a panoramic view of the Basque coast.
4 km from Villa Clara, this interactive museum offers exhibitions on the ocean and its issues.
This sculpture of the Virgin Mary is located 3.5 km from Villa Clara and offers a beautiful view of the sea.
3.5 km away, this museum features a collection of Asian art.
5 km from Villa Clara, this castle offers a beautiful view of the ocean and sometimes hosts exhibitions.
6 km from Villa Clara, this garden offers a pleasant walk and a view of the ocean.
Basque Pelota
Fronton Gaztelu Zahar : located in Biarritz, this covered pelota court has 3 walls and offers lessons and courses for all levels.
Fronton Trinquet Saint Martin : also in Biarritz, this indoor pelota court offers courses and workshops for all levels.
Fronton Place Libre : located near Biarritz station, this open-air pelota court is open to all players.
Fronton Ospitalea : located in Anglet, a few kilometres from Biarritz, this open-air fronton offers Basque pelota matches open to all players.
It is advisable to contact these locations directly for more information on times, prices and bookings for playing pelota in Biarritz.
Leisure
Located 20 km from Villa Clara, this hike offers panoramic views of the Basque coast and the Pyrenees.
10 km from Villa Clara, this park offers tree climbing for all the family.
8 km from Villa Clara, this park offers a walk through Basque flora and fauna.
6 km from Villa Clara, this water sports centre offers activities such as surfing, stand-up paddle and kayaking.
2 km from Villa Clara, this cycle path runs for dozens of kilometres along the Basque coast.
25 km from Villa Clara, this nature reserve offers a beautiful walk through unspoilt countryside.
35 km from Villa Clara, this nautical base offers activities such as surfing, kitesurfing and sailing.
6 km from Villa Clara, this forest offers several hiking trails and a beautiful view of the Basque coast.
Nature - The Chiberta forest
The Forêt de Chiberta is the ideal place for a sporty afternoon in the shade of the pines, whether you’re on foot, bike, electric scooter, segway or horseback.
Families will particularly enjoy the tree climbing course and the Terra Aventura treasure hunt (2 courses in Anglet).
How to get here
By car
Motorway exit – n°5 (Anglet)
Paris (A10) > 8h
Bordeaux (A63) > 2h
Saint-Sébastien (A63 / A8) > 45’
Bilbao (A63 / A8) > 1h30
