Dax, the heart of the South-West

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An oval ball, a bull and a thermal bath? Dax! But that’s not all; there’s heritage also. From the cathedral to the Hôtel Saint-Martin d’Agès, passing through Les Arènes, Dax offers a range of surprising discoveries. The Art Deco buildings, whose elegant lines and noble simplicity are so striking to every visitor, are testament to the unexpected artistic wealth of a « town that does you good ».

Did you know?
Local son, Jean-Charles de Borda, mathematician and physicist, is one of the 72 scholars whose names are inscribed on the Eiffel Tower!

Did you know?
Local son, Jean-Charles de Borda, mathematician and physicist, is one of the 72 scholars whose names are inscribed on the Eiffel Tower!

Le Splendid

Le Splendid provides some of the most spectacular evidence of the Art Deco period in the city of Dax. This masterpiece of architecture is also a wonderful venue in which you can spend the night or enjoy the spa.

Les arènes

Inaugurated in 1913, it is a venue in which tradition and authenticity find a home.

Les arènes

Inaugurated in 1913, it is a venue in which tradition and authenticity find a home.

Shows and traditions

A colourful demonstration at Les Arènes in Dax! An authentic race in which the spectacle is intimately linked to the traditions of the region. Big thrills guaranteed!

"Garçon la note !" Festival

In Dax, the festival rules! Imagine; every year a town of 20,000 inhabitants plays host to half a million visitors over the five days of the Fêtes de Dax! The warmth of the South-West in the truest sense.

"Garçon la note !" Festival

In Dax, the festival rules! Imagine; every year a town of 20,000 inhabitants plays host to half a million visitors over the five days of the Fêtes de Dax! The warmth of the South-West in the truest sense.

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Sites & Cités Remarquables

Pedestrianised streets, terrace cafés and markets, historic town centres and the beauty of the surrounding landscapes: charm and authenticity abound, allowing you to experience life « à la Française ». Off the beaten track, here are nineteen spots in which to explore remarkable architecture and share a taste of the good life!

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