Hossegor, Biarritz, Bidart: The Seaside Guide to Authentic Souvenirs
Our seaside guide to authentic souvenirs between Hossegor, Biarritz and Bidart: places to see, upcycled gifts, addresses picked by OÈST.
By OÈST Ateliers2 min read
From Hossegor to Bidart: one coastline, one identity
The Landes and Basque coastline between Hossegor, Capbreton, Biarritz, Bidart, Saint-Jean-de-Luz and Hendaye forms one of Europe’s finest trios of surf spots and seaside heritage. OÈST Ateliers, founded in the Landes in 2019, has made it its permanent source of inspiration.
Hossegor: the legendary wave
The capital of European surfing, Hossegor hosts the Quiksilver Pro every autumn. Iconic spots: La Gravière, La Nord, La Sud. Not to be missed: the Hossegor market in the morning, the craftspeople of the Halles district, and the walk around the lake.
An authentic Hossegor souvenir
OÈST has created two pieces in tribute to Hossegor: the Hossegor Painting (an abstract composition in recycled sail) and the Hossegor Keyring in marine rope.
Biarritz: seaside elegance
From the Grande Plage to the Côte des Basques, Biarritz embodies the chic seaside art of living. Belle Époque architecture, the municipal casino, the iconic lighthouse on the rock. Worth seeing: the Musée de la Mer, the Villa Belza, the Jardins d’Eugénie.
An authentic Biarritz souvenir
The OÈST Biarritz Keyring in recycled marine rope is the souvenir gift to give to a Biarritz local or to bring back from a stay. Engraved French wood tag. €20.
Bidart: authenticity preserved
Between Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Bidart keeps the feel of a well-preserved Basque village. Little-known beaches (Plage du Centre, Plage d’Erretegia, Parlementia for experienced surfers), a typical small square, a pelota fronton. Ideal for a family stay.
An authentic Bidart souvenir
The OÈST Bidart Keyring is much in demand locally. For luggage, see also our bag collection.
Suggested itinerary: 4 days of immersion
- Day 1: arrive in Hossegor, surf at La Sud, dinner at the Halles, night in Hossegor
- Day 2: morning at the Capbreton market, afternoon discovery visit to the OÈST workshop by appointment, night in Bidart
- Day 3: Biarritz, Grande Plage, Musée de la Mer, dinner in the village, night in Biarritz
- Day 4: Saint-Jean-de-Luz, the harbour, the old town, return
The full OÈST Basque Coast collection
Discover the 14 South-West spots in our keyring collection: Biarritz, Bidart, Hendaye, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Hossegor, Capbreton, Seignosse, Contis, Hourtin, Lacanau, Biscarrosse, Cap Ferret, Arcachon, Royan. To go further, read our Cap Ferret Arcachon guide and our Basque Coast decor guide.
