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La Teste-de-Buch walks
A circular in Arcachon from the port of La Teste-de-Buch
Visorando Member
8.31 mi
+217 ft
-226 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from La Teste-de-Buch (Gironde)
On a stroll through the marshes, port, town and pine forest, enjoy the invigorating air of the Arcachon basin and the charm of the vestiges of the belle époque of this seaside town, which has seen many great moments and preserved many reminders of them.
In the footsteps of the resin collectors of La Teste-de-Buch
2.57 mi
+285 ft
-256 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from La Teste-de-Buch (Gironde)
A circular forest walk in the heart of the La Teste-de-Buch communal forest, amongst maritime pines, oaks and arbutus trees. The gentle climb up the wooded dune offers a beautiful view of the Dune du Pilat before descending via the sandy paths. The route is mainly shaded.
Tour of the Arcachon Basin
47.55 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
8 hrs
Difficult
Departure from France
Arcachon - Cap Ferret by bike is a very pleasant way to get an overview of this magnificent lagoon opening onto the ocean.
You will pass through numerous coastal towns, seaports and oyster farms, a bird sanctuary and the Lège and Garonne national forest.
The return trip by boat at the end of the day is a little gem in itself.
Tour of the Arcachon basin, from Bélisaire to Arès
15.18 mi
+118 ft
-98 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Lège-Cap-Ferret (Gironde)
The first stage of the tour of the Arcachon basin begins with a crossing of the maritime pine forest along the Atlantic coast. It follows a cycle path for a long distance. However, there are various possibilities for reaching the beach, particularly before or after the Maison Forestière du Truc Vert, in order to vary the route a little.The arrival at the Arès Salt Meadows Nature Reserve and the crossing of it are very pleasant and rich in birds and landscapes typical of these salty environments.
Half-tour of the Arcachon Basin
34.43 mi
+203 ft
-190 ft
3 days
Difficult
Departure from Lège-Cap-Ferret (Gironde)
Walking around the Arcachon Basin is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a variety of natural environments, landscapes, towns and activities. This route follows the entire western, northern and eastern perimeter of the basin, from Cap Ferret to Biganos. It can be done in any season and can be adapted to suit individual preferences and the pleasures of each season.
Teich Bird Park – Banks of the Eyre – Lake Teich
2.90 mi
+7 ft
-3 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Le Teich (Gironde)
Walk along the dykes behind the Teich Bird Park. You can spot some wildlife, enjoy the beaches and explore the banks of the River Eyre.
You can do the walk on foot or by bike, but be careful not to slip in the sandy areas.
The Pointe du Cap Ferret on the ocean side, then on the lagoon side
9.49 mi
+121 ft
-102 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lège-Cap-Ferret (Gironde)
A hike with alternating:
- Ocean-side beaches and blockhouses with attractive graffiti.
- Beaches on the Arcachon basin side with views of the Dune du Pyla and Arcachon.
- Forest trails.
- Explore 44 hectares featuring the most beautiful villas in the basin.
Numerous restaurants and oyster tasting spots, fishermen's huts.
Moderator's note added on 15/05/2021: Please note! Several route changes are necessary to avoid private property. See description
Sentier de l'Abécédaire (Cap Ferret)
5.95 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Lège-Cap-Ferret (Gironde)
The Dunes ABC at Cap Ferret is a nature trail. On this trail, which runs along the back of the dunes, walkers will discover a large photo album from north to south, organised alphabetically from A for "Algae" to Z for "Zoster".
A getaway to oyster farming country, from the village of L'Herbe to Pointe aux Chevaux.
6.12 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Lège-Cap-Ferret (Gironde)
A completely easy route combining history, gastronomy and discovery in a picture-postcard setting. Five kilometres long, it starts near the Chapel of the Villa Algérienne, passes through four oyster-farming villages nestled between beaches and pine trees, before ending at Pointe aux Chevaux.
Pointe aux Chevaux
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.81 mi
+144 ft
-151 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Lège-Cap-Ferret (Gironde)
Hike starting from a must-see spot in the Arcachon Basin, mentioned by Pascal Obispo in "Tombé pour elle".A forest trail with access to the ocean via a wild passage, a walk along the waves (perhaps with your feet in the water), and a return through the forest to the Piraillan Reservoirs Nature Reserve and the beaches of the Arcachon Basin and the oyster-farming village of Grand Piquey.A varied and charming hike.
Short loop around the Domaine de Graveyron in Audenge
3.95 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Audenge (Gironde)
The Certes and Graveyron estates in Audenge (33) are a group of former salt marshes, once used as fish ponds, nestled in the Arcachon basin. Now a nature reserve, it is a unique place to observe nature and especially birds. The short loop trail allows you to explore these places at your leisure.
Petit Nice, Dune du Pilat
8.58 mi
+407 ft
-407 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from La Teste-de-Buch (Gironde)
Walk along the ocean to return via the Dune du Pilat with beautiful views of the Banc d'Arguin Nature Reserve and Cap Ferret.
Walk along the Eyre and through its delta
5.86 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Le Teich (Gironde)
A family walk through the forest and then across the Eyre delta and its marshland landscapes, with wildlife in abundance throughout the route.
Tour of the Arcachon basin, from Audenge to Biganos
4.87 mi
+52 ft
-26 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Audenge (Gironde)
The third stage of this tour of the Arcachon Basin leads from Audenge to Biganos station. The option chosen is to travel by train from Biganos to Arcachon because crossing the marshes is not possible during the chosen season (December).The route is entirely on roads, with a pleasant stretch through a forest of various deciduous trees. Biganos is a larger town than the villages we passed through earlier and has no particular charm except for its harbour.
The Domaine de Certes and the beaches of Lanton
8.92 mi
+7 ft
-10 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Audenge (Gironde)
This is a walk in the salty air of the Arcachon basin, where land and water intermingle and enrich each other, in a vast area made up of former fish ponds and salt marshes. We did it in 2013, on a beautiful cold and sunny day in December, but don't hesitate to come back in all weathers and all seasons, because the face of these places is endlessly changing.
Circular route in Andernos starting from Arès
9.32 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Gironde
A round trip along the gulf, starting from an oyster farming village, followed by a short circular route in Andernos to enjoy a pretty wood and a small river. On the way back, to extend the hike, I suggest a round trip through the salt marshes.The Visorando app is highly recommended in the woods of Andernos.
Tour of the Arcachon Basin, from Arès to Audenge
14.38 mi
+33 ft
-66 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Gironde
The second stage of the tour of the Arcachon Basin is very varied: crossing villages, walking along wild shores, arriving at the Domaine de Certes and Graveyron, where other hikes can be done, and the pleasant town of Audenge. If you only do one stage, this is the one to choose.
La Dame Océane and the Prés Salés as seen from Arès
5.21 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Gironde
A circular route in Arès via La Tour, La Dame Océane and the oyster port, followed by a walk through the Prés Salés.
⚠️ Dogs and bicycles are prohibited within the Prés Salés Nature Reserve in Arès and Lège-Cap Ferret.