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Ten great ideas for three days in Arcachon Bay

So, you’ve only got three days to discover the Bay? Here’s a quick little guide for tasting, exploring, meeting and enjoying! In short, your ten commandments.

Breakfast overlooking the ocean

Nothing could be better than early morning for falling under the spell of the Bay. In your basket? Organic bread from the Fournil des Boïens in Biganos, coffee from MaxiCoffee or from Cafés Tchanqué and pastries from the [P’tite boulangerie du Ferret](https://Facebook @LaPtiteBoulangerieduFerret).

And now, choose a spot?
South-side, let’s go for the sand at Moulleau. At the heart of the Bay, the family beaches in Lanton and, towards the North, the long stretch facing the Church of Saint Eloi in Andernos.

Pedal around the Bay

You’ll find some fifty odd rental firms around the Bay. For experienced cycle tourists, count a day to ride around the Bay; two to three days for other cyclists.

Must-sees: the Pyla-sur-Mer and Arcachon cycle paths, Pereire-side and, to the North, the downhill ride to Cap-Ferret, under the pine trees. At the heart of the Bay, a little jaunt to Mios and Salles to discover the meanders of the River Leyre.

More information on cycling routes in Arcachon Bay

Watch the sun set from the Dune

The most magical experience to delight in during your stay. Settle down peacefully on 55 million m3 of sand and contemplate the symphony of lights and breathtaking panorama: the forest, the Banc d’Arguin and the Atlantic. Glance to the right and catch sight of the entrance of the Bay, Cap-Ferret and l’Ile aux Oiseaux…

Great idea: every Monday and Thursday at 8pm, the Joint Development Association of the Dune proposes strolls at dusk. Free-of-charge and open to all.

Oyster tasting

Terraces and oyster huts are the best way to taste the Bay’s shellfish. Enjoy evermore spectacular vistas whilst delighting in premium-quality products guaranteed by the “Tradition” and “Selection” labels. On the platter: oysters, whelks, periwinkles, prawns, pâtés, white and rosé wine from the region.

Observe nature and birds

The area is pure paradise for nature lovers. For visits, we suggest the Ornithological Reserve in Le Teich, nature visits proposed by the Arès Tourist Office and nature trips on the sand at Arguin, led by Sepanso guides.

And, if ever it rains: Arcachon Aquarium-Museum

Leave your car in the garage

To avoid the inescapable high-season traffic jams, check out our great ideas here: Baïa shuttles for the South of the Bay and TransGironde coaches for the North, Cap-Ferret’s “Gyropodes”, the TER (regional train) for Arcachon and even via water with the sea bus and maritime shuttle service, or by paddle or sea kayak if you prefer absolute pace and quiet.

Worth a read: “The Bassin by bike” on https://www.bassin-arcachon.com/en/bassin-by-bike/

Embark with fishermen

A handful of fishermen and oyster farmers embark tourists on their boats for an unforgettable experience of work at sea, before heading back to dry land for a tasting session. Pescatourism enchanted 1,100 passengers in 2017.

Explore secret little trails

Here are our five spots far from the maddening crowds:

Fall in love with the peninsula…

Terraces with panoramic views, concept stores, bric-a-brac sellers, best-loved, gourmet and gastronomic eateries, Mimbeau Spit, charming villages and a dash of the wild side, as if on the “edge of the world”… Taking time is a must for discovering Lège-Cap-Ferret.

By bike, on-board a “pinasse” (traditional long, narrow wooden boat) or with a Méhari, if you want to be in tune…

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Relais Thalasso Ile de Ré - Atalante

Welcome to a world of peace and wellness and wellbeing
The rooms are cheerfully decorated, more spacious and comfortable - minibar, safety deposit box, satellite TV. All rooms of Atalante hotel**** have a balcony or terrace providing views over the sea or vineyards. They are equipped with free Wifi Internet access, and some of them are equipped with air-conditioning.


Buffet breakfast served every day. Its restaurant serves French cuisine in its dining-room overlooking the sea. You can also enjoy a cocktail on the terrace in good weather.


You will have an unlimited access to the hydro-marine area with its sauna, hammam and heated seawater swimming-pool. You can also relax in the lounge with its library.


Atalande reception desk, bike hire services are open 24 hours a day. A free private car-park is available on site. The town centre of La Rochelle is only 20 minutes by car from the hotel.


The hotel is located on Loop 1 - South. You will find all the facilities and services to welcome cyclists: water jet and brush for washing bikes, possibility to repair your bike with a repair kit, bike rental on site, possibility to check-out the day before departure, breakfast from 7:30 am on request, two food points etc.

Rue Port Notre Dame 17740 Sainte-Marie-de-Ré
Du 14/01/2023 au 12/11/2023
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Townsend Anne - L'Ostreane

Warm, comfortable and very clean, this small village house has its own garden and private parking.


House of 70 sqm, Liviing room (flat screen TV, DVD player, VCR, internet, wifi), open kitchen (oven, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher) 2 bedrooms (1 double bed of 180, 2 singles beds), 1 shower room, 2 separated WC. Electric heating. Garden, yard, barbecue, garden furniture, deckchairs. Possibility to rent linen, cleaning / cleaning, and beds made extra. Linen provided for the bed in 180. Baby equipment at disposal.


Dogs welcome - No cat. Discount on bicycle rental. 4 nights stay minimum.

55 rue des Algues 17940 Rivedoux-Plage
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Les Vignes de la Chapelle - The Originals Relais

Enjoy a unique stay in this charming ecological hotel, facing the sea and the vineyards.
Life-size Île de Ré!


Facing the vineyards and sea, located on the south coast of the island, this ecologically charming hotel (1st ecolabelled hotel in the department of Charente-Maritime) looking like a small village offers views of the islands of Aix and Oléron…


Your suite is a small ground-fl oor house accommodating 1 to 4 people with 1 or 2 bedrooms, 1 livingroom,a wooden terrace…


Free swimming-pool, Spa (jacuzzi, sauna, hammam, massages), bicycle… Enjoy yourself, get away from it all… Let you cradle by birdsongs and the melody of waves.


Les Vignes de la Chapelle – the hotel where life is calm and gracious…

5 rue de la Manne 17740 Sainte-Marie-de-Ré
Du 31/03/2023 au 05/11/2023
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Rêve de ré 3 - Toiras

In a calm area, near to the South beach and the center of Rivedoux-Plage, single-storey houses, well equipped, of differents size with private garden, gathered around a securized and heated swimming pool (from May to September).


Open year-round : Holidays - Week-ends : (from the 15th of September to the 15th of June) minimum 2 nights - Chill stay - Accommodation during events in La Rochelle.


Concerned about your tranquility, we will be in touch with the good execution of your stay.


PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED. We don't accept cheques of foreign banks. We don't take in charge bank transfer fees.


FACILITIES :

Heated swimming-pool (from May to September) securized with solarium. Confortable house, equipped kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, pyrolysis oven, and full electrical goods.

Bathtub shower in each bathroom.


Free wifi, flat screen TV and phone.


Wide privates gardens with terrace, parasol, barbecue and garden furniture.


Linnen rental and cleaning.

Loan of baby beds and chairs.

Car park inside the residence with automatic portal.

Calm closed area for babies. Place for bicycles.

500 rue de la Fontaine 17940 Rivedoux-Plage
- Infiniment Charentes -
- Infiniment Charentes -
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Rêve de ré 4 - Courlis

In a calm area, near to the South beach and the center of Rivedoux-Plage, single-storey houses, well equipped, of differents size with private garden, gathered around a securized and heated swimming pool (from May to September).


Open year-round : Holidays - Week-ends : (from the 15th of September to the 15th of June) minimum 2 nights - Chill stay - Accommodation during events in La Rochelle.


Concerned about your tranquility, we will be in touch with the good execution of your stay.


PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED. We don't accept cheques of foreign banks. We don't take in charge bank transfer fees.


FACILITIES :


Heated swimming-pool (from May to September) securized with solarium. Confortable house, equipped kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, pyrolysis oven, and full electrical goods. Bathtub shower in each bathroom.


Free wifi, flat screen TV and phone.

Wide privates gardens with terrace, parasol, barbecue and garden furniture.


Linnen rental and cleaning.

Loan of baby beds and chairs.

Car park inside the residence with automatic portal.

Calm closed area for babies.

Place for bicycles.

500 rue de la Fontaine 17940 Rivedoux-Plage
- Infiniment Charentes -
- Infiniment Charentes -
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Rêve de ré 2 - Sterne

In a calm area, near to the South beach and the center of Rivedoux-Plage, single-storey houses, well equipped, of differents size with private garden, gathered around a securized and heated swimming pool (from May to September).


Open year-round : Holidays - Week-ends : (from the 15th of September to the 15th of June) minimum 2 nights - Chill stay - Accommodation during events in La Rochelle.


Concerned about your tranquility, we will be in touch with the good execution of your stay.


PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED. We don't accept cheques of foreign banks. We don't take in charge bank transfer fees.


FACILITIES :

Heated swimming-pool (from May to September) securized with solarium. Confortable house, equipped kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, pyrolysis oven, and full electrical goods. Bathtub shower in each bathroom.


Free wifi, flat screen TV and phone.


Wide privates gardens with terrace, parasol, barbecue and garden furniture.


Linnen rental and cleaning.

Loan of baby beds and chairs.

Car park inside the residence with automatic portal.

Calm closed area for babies.

Place for bicycles.

500 rue de la Fontaine 17940 Rivedoux-Plage
- Infiniment Charentes -
- Infiniment Charentes -