Basilica of Our Lady of the End of the Earth
Tradition has it that the origin of this church can be traced back to the legend of Saint Veronica.
North Medoc Fortress
The memorial of the fortress of the North Médoc proposes through the visit of a museum and a historical site of the Atlantic Wall, to relate the battle of liberation of the pocket of German resistance North Médoc, in a human way devoid of partisan or political notion.
Lacanau Ocean
Popular with surfers from all over the world, Lacanau-Ocean hosts every year in August one of the major stages of the world surfing championship, the ” Lacanau Pro “. It is the oldest surfing competition in France (1979). There are 7 surf clubs in the resort: surfing is considered a religion here! Lacanau-Ocean is also … Read more
Carcans
Adults also have the choice of sunbathing on the beach, discovering sand yachting or racing on the lake. The UCPA center of Bombannes offers an adventure course accessible to all those who wish to experience the great thrill in complete safety: it is an aerial trekking where you move from tree to tree thanks to … Read more
Grayan-et-l’Hôpital
Numerous bicycle paths, a vast forest and 7 km of beaches form a real paradise for lovers of outdoor sports or lazing around. Numerous infrastructures (tennis, stadium, playgrounds for children, motorcycle-cross circuit) relay the sports activities set up in summer by CAP33 . To recharge your batteries, head for the Euronat thalassotherapy center, the largest … Read more
Vendays-Montalivet
12 km of beaches, 40 km of hiking trails, 30 km of bicycle paths: the seaside resort of Vendays-Montalivet has what it takes to seduce lovers of space and outdoor recreation or naturists who love freedom. The pleasures of water This is where the first family naturist vacation resort in the world was born in … Read more
Le Verdon-sur-Mer
Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and the Gironde estuary, Le Verdon-sur-Mer is the northernmost seaside resort of the Gironde coast, on the edge of the Médoc peninsula. Placed under the benevolence of the Cordouan lighthouse, the “Verdon” is first of all the Pointe de Grave, a magical place where the waters of the Atlantic Ocean … Read more
Soulac-Sur-Mer
With the arrival of the railroad, Soulac-Sur-Mer was, along with Arcachon, one of the first seaside resort destinations on the Gironde coast and in France. There are nearly 500 19th century villas scattered throughout the resort which is classified as an ancient village. The first ones, on the sea front, were built in 1860. Behind … Read more
Le Cap-Ferret
In spite of its fame, Cap-Ferret has kept its original charm and a wild quietude that Jean Cocteau already appreciated. On the Bassin d’Arcachon side, calm waters allow children to swim in complete safety and to collect clams at low tide. On the Atlantic side, the ocean beaches of Grand-Crohot, Truc Vert and Horizon welcome … Read more
Hourtin Beach
Children are kings in Hourtin-Port, which has dedicated to them a “House of Early Childhood”. There is a daycare center for toddlers from 3 months to 3 years old and a play area for 3-12 year olds (all summer). In the “Children’s Island” (open all year round), the juniors can have fun in a huge … Read more
Le Pyla-sur-Mer
Located in the commune of La Teste-de-Buch, at the entrance to the Bay of Arcachon, the resort of Pyla-sur-Mer offers its visitors a wide range of emotions and activities. In Pyla-sur-Mer, we have the choice Swimming in the calm waters of the Basin or heading to the ocean beaches of Petit-Nice, La Lagune and La … Read more
Le Porge Ocean
This seaside resort of the Médoc, located upstream of the Bassin d’Arcachon, has a huge 13 km beach, untouched by any construction. Here is nature in its raw state, to be consumed without moderation, which is what surfers and lovers of forest walks, on foot or by mountain bike, like to do. Le Porge is … Read more
