La Côte Basque, entre surf, culture et tradition

From Bayonne in the north to Hendaye, a stone's throw from the Spanish border, the Basque coast is a land of tradition, culture, and history, long a favorite vacation spot for the French aristocracy. But today, its revival is thanks to a trendier crowd. Wealthy young creatives and hipsters come to Biarritz for holidays or leave Paris to settle in this European surfing capital. Nicknamed the new California, this corner of southwestern France has become a must-visit for a growing number of celebrities. From local boy Bixente Lizarazu to Monica Bellucci, Vincent Cassel, and Frédéric Beigbeder... the entire who's who wants to enjoy these water sports, postcard-perfect landscapes, and culinary specialties... all in complete discretion. A more authentic, more affordable, and less flashy kind of luxury than its rival, the French Riviera. Directors: Estelle Gilles and Graziella Downie