Coastal Walk in Bassin d'Arcachon or on the Dune du Pilat

The Bassin d'Arcachon is a protected natural area in southwest France, approximately 72 kilometers from Bordeaux. Arcachon Bay is a popular summer vacation destination with seven kilometers of sandy beaches, oyster ports, fishing piers, and the Atlantic Ocean's largest marina.

Begin your stroll along the shore at Arès at the Bassin d'Arcachon. The Réserve Naturelle des Prés Salés is a marshland nature reserve with a 12-kilometer loop trail. This beautiful pedestrian route is ideal for bird viewing. The Dune du Pilat (12 kilometers south of Arcachon) is a spot of serene natural beauty that charms visitors with its breezy and exhilarating seaside environment. The 2.7-kilometer-long sandbank is constantly changing shape due to wind and tides. The scenery may be enjoyed by walking up the top of the Dune du Pilat. The top of the 100-meter-high dune is reached through a staircase. The panoramic views of the bay and ocean from this vantage point are breathtaking.