Actualités : Children on the Arcachon Bay

• Discover sliding on the Basin and the Ocean

Vacations are an opportunity for everyone to discover new things.

On the Ocean side, children will be able to discover surfing from the age of 6; or enjoy simple pleasures by jumping in the waves, always in the supervised swimming area.

On the Basin side, the calmer water allows the discovery of other nautical pleasures, such as sailing, with navigation aboard optimist departing from Claouey, from 8 years old.

• Discovering the Basin ecosystem while having fun

The Arès tourist office offers a large number of guided family tours, accompanied by Alexandre, nature guide from the tourist office.

The Terra Aventura site offers nature treasure hunts for children throughout France.
You will find 6 on the Arcachon Bay, with different themes, difficulties, and kilometers. Something to delight the whole family!

Partner tourist offices (Arès-Andernos-Sud Bassin) also offer Les Pistes de Robin, a completely independent route is available to you.
Robin is a character whose mission is to introduce families to the nature and heritage of Gironde.
With the help of Robin, you walk around while solving puzzles, rebuses and various family games!

• Stroll through the oyster villages of the Cap Ferret peninsula

Wandering through the oyster villages of the Cap Ferret peninsula with children offers a unique experience combining discovery, nature and gastronomy.
Little vacationers will be fascinated by the atmosphere of these maritime villages, where the colorful oyster farmers' cabins line the shores.
This immersion in the daily life of oyster farmers allows children to understand the link between the sea and their plate.

Take the opportunity to climb the 258 steps of the Cap Ferret Lighthouse, to access a breathtaking view of the tip of Cap Ferret and the Dune du Pyla.
You will also discover a small museum with animated sea charts and interactive screens, ideal for children!

• Climbing Park for little adventurers

The Four leisure park is an outdoor complex located in a protected natural site, in the middle of the forest, between the Arcachon basin and the Atlantic Ocean.
You will find everything you need for a sporty and fun family day!

Tree climbing, mini golf, outdoor bowling, climbing wall… A good moment in perspective.

• Oh no, it's raining!

Although the Arcachon Bay benefits from exemplary sunshine, you may experience a short rainy day during your stay with us.

We have everything planned for you;

We invite you to consult our previous article on this subject which will inform you about the alternatives available to you!