Architecture
Seafront
Despite the considerable increase in tourism during the last century, the villas and other buildings erected at the start of the 20th century are still a showcase for Hendaye's preserved seafront.
Aware of this heritage, the town council made an inventory and a census of around forty buildings of Neo-Regionalist inspiration which, incidentally, are listed by the town authorities.
Edmond DURANDEAU (1878-1960), an architect born in Angoulême but adopted by Hendaye, is known for his original and modern constructions.
He planned to turn Hendaye into one of the foremost seaside towns on the Atlantic coast.
He designed the "Masion Rouge" and the current Bellevue Hotel, formerly baptised "Mendi Azpian", among other buildings.
Henry MARTINET is at the origin of the Eskualduna Hotel.
Built between 1912 and 1922, it was the scene for all society life when bathing in the sea was the fashion.
Since 1951, the impressive building has been turned into flats and shops. It is still one of the tallest buildings in the beach district.
