When a multi-title free surfer hits the sand at full speed, the entire Landes community holds its breath. On January 14, 2025, Vincent Duvignac suffered cervical fractures on a sandbank north of Vielle-Saint-Girons. Very quickly, his life was said to be at risk. A year and a half later, he is paddling back out off
Between Landes beach breaks and Basque reefs, the southwest coast delivers a close contest in 2026: where is quality of life most sought-after? Freshly published demographic and real estate figures shed light on the question without pretense. Landes or the Basque Country: which towns lead the way in quality of life? The residential lineup stretches
Between the foam of Hossegor and the fragrant pine forest, actor Arnaud Binard has shaped a peaceful haven that encapsulates the DNA of the Landes coast: authenticity, free-flowing air, and ocean vibes. In this house designed like a perfect tube, every corner breathes a connection to nature, fueled by his imagination and his dreams. Arnaud
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The Landes region is about to experience another adrenalin rush. With the return of the Quiksilver Festival to the beaches of Capbreton, Hossegor and Seignosse, board culture will once again express itself with power and authenticity. The crème de la crème of international surfing sets up shop for nine days of XXL shows, featuring committed
May 18 is shaping up to be a busy day for the tribe of surfers : top-level competitions, rising talent, and festivities on every beach. Here’s the full rundown of the must-attend events in the waves, from the Championship Tour to regional opens, not to mention the cultural and business scenes stirring up the world
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In Hossegor, the line-up is buzzing with anticipation: a huge swell is expected next week, with waves breaking the symbolic 3-meter mark. This is the signal the entire community of seasoned surfers has been waiting for, because the legendary Rip Curl Challenge La Nord only takes place in these XXL conditions. The weather forecast is
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A perfectly timed summer swell and almost no wind set the scene last weekend for the Oceanperf Challenge, a major European event in rescue coastal. Three young CSSM members left Muret to join the Landes coast and compete on Hossegor’s sandbank. Between beach sprints, beach, swimming in the sea and board handling, the results confirm
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Le Mistral is about to unleash a set of never-before-seen scenes : episode 133 of Plus belle la vie, scheduled for an exclusive preview on Thursday, July 11, 2024, is rolling in like a solid swell on the Landes coast. Head for a factual episode recap of the exciting storylines shaking up the famous French
Les Landes beach breaks are gearing up to host a lineup of events that will get the wax buzzing: between the major federal stop, alternative contests, and junior finals, the fall 2025 season promises to be packed with exceptional heats. Les Landes Surf Calendar 2025: Between Federal Competition and Free Surf From Seignosse to Capbreton,
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When people mention Arnaud Binard, Hossegor’s lineups immediately come to mind: the actor slips into the water at dawn before returning to a cocoon he designed himself. A closer look at a Landes life shaped by the tides, filming for “Emily in Paris,” and a partially custom-built home. A personal architectural project conceived as a
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