The port of Capbreton, or the “city of 100 captains,” emerged at the mouth of the Adour and had up to 8,000 inhabitants in the 14th century. During the Second Empire, a flushing basin was created from Lake Hossegor. The pier, a 190-meter-long jetty, was also developed. Later, MIACA developed the marina, evolving the original fishing port. The current
The Importance of Fishing in Capbreton Port
Alongside recreational boating, fishing is the main economic activity of the town. Capbreton’s professional fishermen have a fleet of 19 boats with which they practice artisanal fishing using nets, bottom trawls, etc. The boats (trawlers, purse seiners, etc.) are between 9 m and 15 m long. Each boat can carry up to 4-5 sailors. The fishing zones are located near the southern coasts of the Landes up to the north of the Arcachon basin.
As for the fish market, it takes place daily from 9 AM to 12 PM, and from 3 PM to 6 PM, depending on arrivals. You can find various types of fish and seafood at the market, including sole, sea bream, squid, pouting, etc. According to unanimous reviews, locally caught seasonal fish are of unparalleled freshness and deliciousness. It’s worth noting that the fishermen of Capbreton port, in the Landes region, sell their catch directly without going through an auction, setting their own prices. The surplus is regularly collected by the Saint-Jean-de-Luz fish market truck.
The Marina of Capbreton Port
Capbreton port, which is the only port in the Landes region, is also a prime spot for pleasure boating, ideally equipped for water sports. You can enjoy many activities there to experience the joys of the sea. These include pleasure boat navigation, jet skiing to speed across the clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean, sailing, etc. Many pleasure boats are available for rent, whether motorboats or sailboats. Note that boat berths in this port near Hossegor and Saint-Jean-de-Luz have access to drinking water and electricity. This unique port in the Landes region is also located near vast fine sandy beaches and the Landes forest where you can relax or go hiking.
To ensure an ideal stay in Capbreton, near Hossegor and Saint-Jean-de-Luz, it’s best to book nearby accommodation. Instead of a guesthouse or a hotel house/apartment, opt for a campsite with restaurants in the Landes region.
Choose a campsite that has positive reviews from former campers and is ideally located for easy access to Capbreton port and its water sports activities.