Seignosse has two centres, Seignosse Bourg
(town centre, which is 4-5 kms away from the beach) and Seignosse Plage (the beach). The
Village of Seignosse is typical of the old Landes coastal villages, picturesque, quaint
and with the village church, the mairie (picture below left), a few bars, 2 hotels and
small lanes with scattered typical Landes colombage farmhouse architecture,
and on the outskirts of this, some developments of new houses. Nothing different then you
may ask? and the answer would be yes. Two very large Lakes exist just to the North of the
Village which makes all the difference, the "Etang Noir" (Black pond or lake)
and the very much larger "Etang Blanc" (White lake, why the names? don't ask, I
haven't established or received a sensible answer yet), all surrounded with the Landes
natural pine forests (very tranquil, calm & relaxing). Hidden down the lanes
surronding the lakes and nestling in the pine trees, are a few very isolated Landes style
Restaurants with views over the lakes.
Between the Etang Noir & the Village is a large Sports Centre with several activities
(Pelote Basque, 6 Tennis Courts & arranged Cycling Tours, some short, some long,
around the area (this area of the Landes has especially concerned itself with the cyclist.
Adjacent to all main roads from Capbreton to Moliets, they have constructed independent
cycle roads for the safety of all)) and between the lakes is an Equestrian Centre (Pony
Club, which arranges regular promenades into the Forest for the avid Horseman (or woman)
on Horse back).
Seignosse Plage is a vast area of apartments (picture below right) with the centre at
Penon Plage, where you will find Bars, Restaurants, a cinema (showing films in French, of
course) a disco and the brand new Water Park. All kept in impeccable trim, with what must
be an army of gardeners (it reminds me and has the appearance of a large Alpine ski
resort, with the snow replaced with very fine white sand). The coast line has immense
beaches (deep & long) & enormous sand dunes, enough space for all.
Between the village and plage is the most immaculate Golf Course ever imagined or
constructed with lakes & ponds creating hazards for the most discerning golfer, with
the most beautiful modern Landes style houses nestling between the pine trees and the
fairways of the Golf Course.
3 kms South is the Towns of Hossegor & Capbreton (with more Beaches, Casinos, and
another 18 hole Golf Course and Marinas etc. With a bit more night life).
Enjoy your visit!
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