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Une famille se promène sur le banc d'arguin.

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Unwind on the Banc d’Arguin

HERE YOU CAN BATHE IN THE CRYSTAL-CLEAR WATER!

Le banc d'arguin nuageux.
Une famille marche sur le band d'arguin.
Une famille pique nique sur la banc d'arguin.
Bateau posait sur le band d'arguin.
Une famille se promène sur le banc d'arguin.
Une famille pique nique sur la banc d'arguin.
Une famille s'amuse sur le banc d'arguin.
Une famille se prépare à pique niquer sur le banc d'arguin.

The calm waters of the Bassin d’Arcachon are separated from the swell of the Atlantic Ocean by an immense sandbank called the Banc d’Arguin. Accessible only by boat, it’s just a short trip across the bay.

Bateau posait sur le band d'arguin.

A magical spot!

A boat trip to the remarkably situated Banc d’Arguin is a popular excursion

But it’s such a magical place that you’ll want to stay awhile. It’s a favourite with the locals! A 360° view, with the Pointe du Cap Ferret and its lighthouse standing sentinel to the north, the 110-metre high mountain of sand, the Dune du Pilat to the east, and the ocean stretching as far as the eye can see to the west, make it one of the most attractive nature reserves.

Vue de la dune du Pilat en étant sur le banc d'arguin.
une famille s'amuse sur le banc d'arguin.
Vue aérienne du banc d'arguin.

Stroll along the sand or bathe in the crystal-clear water.

And share a picnic on the sandbank!
Or do nothing in particular, just unwind and simply enjoy being here with your family or your friends.

Une famille s'amuse sur le banc d'arguin.
Vue aérienne du banc d'arguin.

These moments and the picnic – an essential part of the day out at Arguin – will give you a precise idea of what real holidays are all about.

All you need to know to prepare your day
Fiche technique
  • Department : Gironde (33)
  • Municipality : La Teste de Buch
  • Established : 1972
  • Surface area : approx. 4,360 ha
  • Nature reserve managed by : SEPANSO
OPENING TIMES AND PRICES
  • Accessible all year round : with the exception of certain protected areas within the nature reserve to which entry is strictly forbidden.
  • Nature guides are available : every day in July and August to take you on a free tour.
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