{"id":2328,"date":"2026-04-10T11:00:54","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T09:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.camping-dorrondeguy.com\/visites-activites-hendaye-pays-basque\/"},"modified":"2026-05-27T17:07:12","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T15:07:12","slug":"visits-activites-hendaye-pays-basque","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.camping-dorrondeguy.com\/en\/visits-activites-hendaye-pays-basque\/","title":{"rendered":"Tours and activities"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Top places to visit and things to do in the Basque Country<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

From the Dorrondeguy campsite in the Basque Country<\/a>, discover a region with a thousand facets. Between the ocean and the mountains, there are countless things to do in and around Hendaye. Whether you’re looking for thrills<\/strong>, family relaxation <\/strong>or cultural discoveries<\/strong>, the Basque Country will satisfy all your desires. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Must-see activities in the Basque Country<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Basque coast is an exceptional playground for water sports<\/strong> activities<\/strong>. Hendaye<\/a>, with its protected bay beach and flat seabed, is the ideal spot to learn to surf, paddle or kayak. Regular, accessible waves make it the ” green slope<\/strong> ” of surfing! <\/p>\n\n\n

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Numerous surf schools<\/strong> welcome you to Hendaye, with state-certified instructors who will teach you the basics of surfing and respect for the environment. Camping Dorrondeguy is a partner of top-quality schools<\/strong>: group lessons, individual lessons, intensive courses… You’re bound to find a formula to suit your needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The water activities in Hendaye don’t stop there: scuba diving <\/strong>with the Txingudi Plong\u00e9e center, sailing<\/strong> at the Centre Nautique, jet-skiing<\/strong>, towed buoys<\/strong>, longe-c\u00f4te<\/strong>… The possibilities are endless for enjoying the ocean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For those of you who like to go out to sea<\/strong>, come aboard the Hendayais II from the marina. Guided tours (45, 65 or 90 minutes), introduction to sea fishing or watching the fireworks from the ocean: choose the formula that suits you! <\/p>\n\n

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Outdoor activities in Hendaye and the Basque Country<\/a> will delight nature lovers. Hendaye is the mythical starting point for the GR10<\/strong>, the famous long-distance hiking trail through the Pyrenees, as well as the V\u00e9lodyss\u00e9e<\/a> and the coastal path<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n

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For a family outing, the Domaine d’Abbadia <\/strong>offers 65 hectares of protected natural space to explore on foot, discovering the local flora and fauna. The coastal path then takes you to Saint-Jean-de-Luz, offering spectacular<\/strong> views<\/strong> of the cliffs and ocean. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

La Rhune is a mythical peak in the Basque Country, culminating at 905 meters above sea level<\/strong>. <\/a>The little 1924 cogwheel train takes you to the summit in 35 minutes for a 360\u00b0 panoramic view <\/strong>of the Basque coast, the Landes and the Pyrenees. Along the way, you may come across pottoks, the small horses emblematic of the Basque country, and griffon vultures soaring over the ridges. A must-do activity for families! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to sporting activities in the Basque Country, there’s plenty to choose from: golf<\/strong>, horseback riding<\/strong>, mountain biking<\/strong>, quad biking<\/strong>, canyoning<\/strong>, rafting<\/strong>. ..<\/strong> The more adventurous will appreciate the sensational activities on offer in the Basque Country: paragliding<\/strong>, bungee jumping<\/strong>, accrobranche<\/strong>…<\/p>\n\n

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Gastronomy: discover local produce<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you think of the Basque Country, gastronomy<\/strong> immediately springs to mind. This generous region offers a wide choice of local and seafood products, reflecting its cultural diversity. <\/p>\n\n\n

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