Stockist Visit: Vagues à Part, Hossegor, France

Tuesday 25 June 2024

Our second stockist visit takes us to the beautiful town of Hossegor in the southwest of France, where we visit 'Vagues à Part.' Here, shop owner Myriam stocks a gorgeous, colourful array of kids' wear, womenswear, accessories, and, of course, Salt-Water Sandals.

'Vagues à Part' has been stocking Salt-Water Sandals for over a decade now and is one of, if not the very first shop to stock Salt-Water in France. With repeat local customers, Hossegor's vibrant tourist community, and long hot summers, Myriam's selection of Salt-Water sandals can be spotted on plenty of feet around this bustling beach town.

'Vagues à Part' can be found in the Zone Pedebert in Soorts-Hossegor. Myriam has a fantastic eye for colour, fabric, and quality, and has recently branched out into creating her own clothing and accessories collections. We highly recommend making a stop to say Bonjour! and check out this beautiful shop.
> Vagues à Part

There's so much to see and do in Hossegor and the surrounding area. Nestled between the Pyrenees and the Atlantic, Hossegor boasts some of the best waves in Europe. A walk around the tidal Hossegor lake will take a good hour or two and is a lovely way to while away a morning. It's also a safe spot for kids to swim when the surf and shore break get a little too much!

And did you know? The biggest pine forests in Europe fringe the shores in this area, offering great walking trails in the shade when the summer heats up.

Our other recommendations when visiting Hossegor include:

Sunset Bowls. ZA de Pedebert
Jules and his team serve their speciality, delicious frozen Acai bowls topped with fresh fruit, granola and honey. Eat in or take away to the beach. Careful! They are quite addictive.
> Sunset Bowls

Volt Coffee. ZA de Pedebert
Serving their own freshly roasted coffee, this spot serves the best coffee in town.
> Volt Roastery

L'Atelier des Dames. 58 place Louis Pasteur
Friends of Salt-Water Caroline, Quitterie and their team make lovely hand finished jewellery. Some items can be personalised and make beautiful gifts.

> L'Atelier Des Dames Jewellery

Le Mango Tree. Parc Rosney
Gorgeous spot in the park at the lake. Grab one of their picnic blankets and enjoy a freshly made juice with your breakfast or lunch in the "Parc Rosney" just next to the lake.
> Le Mango Tree

Marché d'Hossegor. Hossegor town centre
Every Sunday (2nd April - 5th Nov) + every Wednesday and Friday (June to September). Selling a wide range of local goods and produce, handmade jewellery, clothing, plants, flowers and accessories.

Les Halles. Hossegor town centre
Every market day Les Halles is busy and a fun and vibrant place to meet friends for a drink and tapas (we recommend the mixed tapas platters and freshly cooked snacks at Drive Tapas). You can also stock up on groceries from the wide range of fresh food stalls selling fish, cheese, pasta, meat, fruit and vegetables.

All Troc. ZA de Pedebert
The biggest selection of secondhand surfboards and wetsuits for all abilities. The team at Le Troc are really knowledgable and you can also hire boards and wetsuits before you buy.
> All Troc

Louvine. 48 allee Louis Pasteur
Delicious take-away Poké Bowls for lunch or dinner. Super healthy, super fresh and Phil always serves them up with a smile!
> Louvine