Tarnos

The origins of Tarnos

The southernmost commune in the Landes, Tarnos sits right on the border with the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department, directly adjoining Boucau and the Bayonne conurbation. The town developed in the 19th century around the port activity of the Adour river and metallurgy, inheriting a strong working-class identity. With 13,500 residents, Tarnos is today the fourth-largest commune in the Landes by population, at the crossroads of industrial, residential and seaside dynamics.

Tarnos's must-sees

The port of Tarnos, the main commercial port of southern Aquitaine on the Adour, handles maritime traffic and industry. At the opposite end of the territory, the Digue Sud beach offers 4 kilometres of fine sand facing the ocean, popular with surfers and families. The Tarnos forest, covering more than 1,500 hectares, offers kilometres of hiking trails and cycle paths connected to the Vélodyssée. The Métro district and the Carmel eco-district reflect the commune's urban renewal. Tarnos is also home to several major sports facilities and the Aire flea market.

Living in Tarnos

Tarnos offers real diversity of settings between the beach, the forest, the historic town centre and modern residential districts, the commune allows residents to choose their environment. Its immediate proximity to Bayonne (10 minutes), Anglet (15 minutes) and Biarritz (20 minutes), combined with more affordable property prices, makes it a sought-after option for those working in the Basque Country but wishing to remain on the Landes side. Public transport, the nearby Bayonne SNCF train station, and direct access to the A63 motorway further boost its residential appeal. The property market here is dynamic, particularly for family homes and building plots.