Picture this: a November morning, you open the shutters and, right below your windows, Hossegor beach has turned into a racetrack. Roaring engines, sprays of sand, thousands of spectators along the dunes: this is the Ronde des Sables, one of the biggest sand races in Europe — and it takes place right at the foot of our apartments.
What is the Ronde des Sables?
The Ronde des Sables is a major sand race for motorcycles and quads, held every year on the beach of Hossegor-Capbreton. It is a championship stage of sand racing, bringing together around 950 riders across several events: espoirs, vintage, quads, juniors and motorcycles, from the youngest to seasoned riders. For one weekend, the beach becomes an open-air arena where the elite of the discipline compete, in a spectacular natural setting facing the Atlantic.
A show right below your windows
This is the real privilege of a beachfront stay: the race takes place on the central beach, exactly below the windows of our apartments. No need to elbow your way to a spot — you have the best seats in the house, warm, coffee in hand, with a sweeping view of the course, the starts and the jumps in the dunes. In the evening, the atmosphere carries on in the centre and at the port of Capbreton.
When does the Ronde des Sables take place?
The event is held every year in mid-to-late November, over a weekend (usually scrutineering on Friday, races on Saturday and Sunday). The exact dates change from one edition to the next: check the website of the town of Soorts-Hossegor for the next edition’s programme.
How to make the most of it
The race is free and open to all: simply find a spot along the beach. Wrap up warm (November on the coast is bracing), arrive early for the best positions, and enjoy the electric atmosphere. And since you’re already there, extend your stay: in this season, Hossegor offers superb light, gentle prices and all the Landes art of living — lake, forest, terraces and sunsets.
Front-row seats from your apartment
Watching the Ronde des Sables from a 4-star beachfront apartment means experiencing the event differently: the race below, the comfort above. Our two homes on Hossegor’s central beach are perfectly placed — be sure to book early, the Ronde weekend is in high demand.
Frequently asked questions
When does the Ronde des Sables take place in Hossegor?
Every year in mid-to-late November, over a weekend. The exact dates vary by edition — check the official programme of the town of Soorts-Hossegor.
Is the race free?
Yes, watching the Ronde des Sables from the beach is free. Just find a spot along the course, wrapping up well for the season.
Where can you watch it?
All along Hossegor’s central beach and on the Capbreton side. From our beachfront apartments, you have it literally below your windows.
Fancy watching the next Ronde des Sables from the best seats? Discover our apartments in Hossegor. And to plan your stay, read our article 48 hours in Hossegor without surfing.
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