Ondres: A Seaside Town Favored by Surfers and Hikers
A favorite among surfers and hikers is the town of Ondres, France, located in the Landes region of New Aquitaine, north of Bayonne. Ondres is a relatively small locality consisting only of one village and two hamlets. It has slowly morphed from a rural village with a small-scale pine industry into a popular seaside resort after World War II. With a population of a little over 5,000, Ondres is a choice place to visit for its unhurried pace while being close to major Basque cities and other popular coastal resorts in the Aquitaine.
Best Time to Visit
The busiest months for tourism in Ondres are during the early months of the year, particularly January and February. While prices for Ondres France hotels may be a bit higher than usual, visitors still flock to town for its many interesting and exciting attractions. In Mid-June, Ondres residents paint the town red when they celebrate a Nature Fest that also attracts visitors to the town's shores.
What to Do & Area Attractions
You can hike or bike along the Orx Marsh's protected wetlands offering guided tours and exciting bird-watching opportunities. On the south coast of Landes is the Labenne Zoo, where you can interact with over 60 species of animals from around the world in lush surroundings. For a place to stay, the choices include Vacancéole - L'Allée des Dunes-Ondres Plage, set near the beach, and with free access to an outdoor pool and tennis court. Or opt to be at B&B Hôtel BAYONNE TARNOS, located in Labenne and close to Biarritz and its airport. Situated in nearby Anglet is Hôtel Les Terrasses d'Atlanthal, which offers direct access to the pristine Atlantic coast beaches.