On the Arcachon Basin, this day can offer a variety of activities and visits linked to the rich heritage of the region. Here are some examples of activities that could be offered during Heritage Day in the Arcachon Basin.

Guided tours of oyster villages

The Arcachon Bay is famous for its picturesque oyster villages. During Heritage Day, guided tours are organized to allow visitors to discover the history of local oyster farming, visit traditional oyster cabins and taste fresh oysters. More information from the tourist offices.

Visit to the Cap-Ferret lighthouse

The Arcachon Bay is home to an emblematic lighthouse, the Cap Ferret lighthouse. Special tours are organized to allow visitors to explore these historic structures and learn more about their operation and history.

Visit to the Lège-Cap-Ferret Semaphore

This visit allows you to discover the daily life of the lookouts who, day and night, scan the horizon and remain attentive in the event of a distress call. Clad in electronic equipment labeled National Defense, the semaphore gateway is a site to which access is particularly controlled. This is the opportunity to enter one of the most secure areas of the Arcachon basin.

Visits to local museums

Self-guided and free visit to the Gujan-Mestras Oyster House. Loan of audio guide (bring ID).

Self-guided visit to the bunker-museum with its fortress anti-tank gun Blockhaus de la Hume - Position Ar.234 of the Atlantic Wall

Boat trips

A boat trip around the Arcachon Bay can be a great way to discover the region's natural heritage, including its famous oyster beds, picturesque islands and diverse wildlife. During Heritage Day, special circuits can be organized to highlight the ecological importance of the Arcachon Basin and its link with its cultural heritage. More information from UBA.

Visit to a Tchanqué cabin, discovery of local heritage.

The Town of La Teste de Buch, manager of Bird Island, is exceptionally opening the Cabane Tchanquée to the public.

Shows and cultural events

To add a festive touch to Heritage Day, open-air shows, concerts, demonstrations of traditional crafts and other cultural activities can be organized in different places in the Arcachon Basin, thus offering visitors an experience immersive of local heritage. Seamanship demonstration (sailor's knots), sea shanties festival, tales of the sea…

Visit to the Dune of Pilat

Several visits are possible, whether at sunrise accompanied by tales and stories, or by approaching the dune differently, discover the historical, geological, archaeological, cultural, landscape, floristic and faunal value of this fragile natural heritage with family or friends. .

In summary, Heritage Day on the Arcachon Basin can be a unique opportunity to discover and appreciate the richness of the cultural, historical and natural heritage of this emblematic region of the French Atlantic coast.