The nearest supermarkets

The nearest supermarkets are Intermarche and Lidl,which are in Bidart. There are Geant and Carrefour hypermarkets at Anglet, in the BAB2 Commercial Centre. There’s also a Le Clerc on outskirts of Biarritz

Onsite Shop

The onsite shop stocks fresh baguettes and pastries every day. The nearest boulangerie is in Bidart which is a 5mins drive from site.

Nearest Pharmacy

The nearest pharmacy adjoins Intermarché in Bidart other pharmacies can be found in every town.

Recommendations for restaurants are:

• Le Moulin de Bassilour – Arbonne, 15 minutes’ walk.
• Venta Gaxuna – Bidart centre, local cuisine.
• La Pizzeria – Bidart centre, fantastic food and views
• La Taverne Basque – St Jean De luz
• Chez BB – Biaritz

Nearest Fuel Station

The nearest fuel station is Bidart

La Rhune

30 mins from site is the ‘Petit Train de La Rhune’. Enjoy breathtaking views across the Bay of Biscay as far as San Sebastian and eastwards towards the peaks of the Pyrenees. Restaurants and souvenir shop at the top.

Bayonne

Just 15 mins from Le Ruisseau the historic walled town of Bayonne has an impressive architectural history. See the Gothic Cathedral (a World Heritage site), the ramparts and the Chateaux-Vieux. Visit the Basque Museum and became immersed in the mysteries of the Basque people.

San Sebastian

For a taste of Spain take a trip to San Sebastian, approx. 40 mins. drive from Le Ruisseau. Appointed European Capital of Culture for 2016, the city has a beautiful crescent beach and impressive examples of the French influence on its architecture including building from the Belle Epoque (Golden Age) period.

St Jean de Luz

Twenty minutes from Le Ruisseau this picturesque resort, close to the Spanish border, has a pedestrianised shopping area with numerous restaurants and bars offering a great choice of seafood, traditional Basque dishes as well as classic French cuisine. The fine sand Grande Plage beach is protected by sea walls and is perfect for children with its four beach clubs.

Musee de La Mer

15 minutes from Le Ruisseau. 40 themed aquariums including Atlantic, Caribbean, Indian and Pacific oceans. See various variety of sharks and don’t miss the seals feeding times at 10.30 and 17.00.

Espelette

This pretty traditional village is the home of the mild Espelette pepper which is an integral part of Basque cuisine. Dating from medieval times, the houses are draped with garlands of peppers drying in the sun. Visit the shop of chocolatier Antton and watch how chocolates are made.

Biarritz

The former whale-fishing town of Biarritz is the largest and most fashionable resort in Southwest France. Take a walk along the metal footbridge (built by the Eiffel workshop) to the craggy Virgin Rock, topped with its statue of the Virgin Mary or just enjoy sunbathing, swimming or surfing at one of the many beaches.

St Jean Pied de Port

For centuries this pretty little town has been an important centre for pilgrims crossing into Spain en route for Santiago de Compostela. From the Old Bridge there is a picturesque view of the church and old riverside houses.