La Dune Surf Camp

La Dune Surf Camp sits in Messanges, a quiet village on the Landes coast of Southwest France, halfway between the famous surf towns of Hossegor and Biarritz. The camp is a converted villa at the end of a peaceful, tree-lined lane, with the beach just a 2-minute bike ride away. The villa accommodates up to 12 guests across five bedrooms, with three bathrooms featuring Italian-style showers. Common spaces include a fully equipped kitchen, a living room with TV and WiFi, and a sunny terrace overlooking a panoramic garden with hammocks and deckchairs. Surf lessons are run by Ecole de Surf la Dune, one of the most respected schools in the region. The school has been operating since 1999 and sits uniquely on the dune directly facing the waves - you walk down the steps and you're there. Lessons are scheduled according to the tides, and all equipment is included. You can keep using it after your lesson to practice on your own. The camp follows an eco-friendly approach: bikes are encouraged over cars, there's no pool (the ocean is 1km away), and they provide organic tea and coffee. Local markets and bakeries are walking distance. Optional yoga sessions and massages are available through a local instructor. Whether you're a beginner looking to catch your first waves or returning to improve your skills, La Dune offers a genuine surf holiday experience with French hospitality.