Set on the South bank of the "Bassin", opposite the Cap Ferret, Arcachon is a seaside resort located between Oceans and forests, 65km from Bordeaux.
Life in the resort flows to the rhythm of the seasons: In the Spring, you must turn towards Nature and the beautiful Pine forest around the resort. In Summer, it's the heart of Arcachon which takes over with its lively streets and squares. In Autumn, life revolves around the fishing and pleasure ports. And in Winter, when the crowds of tourists have left, the old style turn-of-the-century villas stand out in all their glory...
The resort has earned the label "Station Voile" for its speciality in sailing facilities and the quality of its lake...IN AND AROUND ARCACHON: The old mansions of what used to be the winter resort of the "Second Empire" * Aquarium * the port/oyster farming * Teich bird reserve (260 different species)
OTHER ACTIVITIES > Walking and biking "discovery" routes.
Watersports : > Sailing, windsurfing, catamaran, surfing. > Canoëing, rowing, kayaking. > Sand-yachting. > Deep sea fishing, line fishing, tuna fishing. > Tennis. > Golf. > Archery. > Horse-riding. > Hang-gliding, paragliding, parachuting. > Fitness centre (spa, gym, aquagym). > Swimming pool. > Go-karting, billards, pelote basque. 7 km away, in La Hume, "La Coccinelle" animal park : 800 animals, merry-go-round, little train, water games... > Also in La Hume, visit the giant water park Aqualand on a landscaped park of 24 acres. > Zoo in Teste (11 km away). > Restaurants. > Casino. > Cinemas. > Bowling.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION You will find the following infrastructures : > Shuttle bus service operating to/from the train station. > Doctors and pharmacies. > Nurseries and childrens clubs at the beach for children. > Swimming pool and horse-riding centre. > Restaurants serving local specialities.
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Located in the southwest corner of France and rich in traditions and entertainment, the French Basque Country in Aquitaine is dotted with fascinating villages to explore and beautiful sandy beaches.
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A land reputed for its gastronomy, the Gironde area is located in the north of Aquitaine, running from the mouth of the river bearing the same name up to the resort of Biscarosse-Plage, with landscapes of incomparable beauty along the way. Large beaches, quaint villages built in the local style, lakes for swimmers and fishermen alike, towns with a historic past...this is a many facets region with several museums and local crafts shops bound to please everyone. From pine forests to deserted dunes, Gironde will surprise you through its great variety of landscapes. You can take a break in Bordeaux, known the world over for its high-quality wines, or go to Arcachon for a bit of oyster tasting. No really, Gironde is ideal for a holiday whenever the season...