Spring is one of the best seasons to explore Arcachon's Bassin.
The days are getting longer, nature is returning and the sun is back: it's the perfect time of year to (re)discover Bassin's natural surroundings and enjoy the first waterside terraces!
Watching nature awaken
In the spring, the forests and natural areas of Bassin are coming back to life, much to our delight!
Now's the perfect time for the whole family to set off in search of Poï'Z, on one of our Terra Aventura tours! Step by step, following a story inspired by the landscapes around you, solve the riddles in search of the precious sesame! You can find out more about all our routes here!
On the Piraillan footpaths, or those of Domaine de Certes and Graveyron in Audenge, One thing's for sure: don't forget your camera to capture all the action! the first trees in flower, and the first spring walks. For the more observant, a quick trip to the Réserve Ornithologique du Teich is a must! With mating season upon us, now is the ideal time to observing young birds from birth to fledging from one of the 20 observatories along the route!
Pedalling like never before
Handlebars and fresh air, avec le retour des beaux jours : on s’aère et on pédale pour a bike trip, independently or guided by nos guides locaux !
Vous n’avez pas votre vélo à disposition ? Aucun souci : retrouvez all our bike hire companies here!
Our 4 ideas for cycling tours :
- Opt for a sports and cultural visit in the ports Audenge and Biganos
- Stroll through the oyster ports of Gujan Mestras or Lege-Cap Ferret
- Pedal out of time at Arcachon, at the heart of the Winter Town
- Feel the great outdoors in the heart of Bassin, along the coastal path
And for the more courageous: try your hand at our Tour of Bassin by bike!
62 km around the perimeter, but more than 330 km of cycle paths. Quite a playground for young and old, all year round !
A breath of fresh sea air or under the pine trees
L’air est encore frais, et c’est ce qui est bon : l’occasion ou jamais de faire un break !
An intimate experience in the unique, natural setting of Bassin in Arcachon. Accompanied by professionals - yoga teacher, sports or personal development coach, naturopath... - enjoy a meditation on the beach, a yoga session amongst the pine trees, a siesta on the terrace overlooking Bassin...
You will leave relaxed and refreshed, with only one desire: to come back!
Recharging your batteries also means get a bird's eye view of our most beautiful vantage points from the top of the highest Dune in Europe: our Dune du Pilat at La Teste de Buch, since the (brand new) Bélvèdère du Teich or from our iconic Cap-Ferret lighthouse !
Not to be missed!
Taste our local sweets... sweet and iodised!
Of the oysters by the sea, or chocolate for Easter spring is the perfect time to treat yourself!
We take advantage of oyster huts opposite Bassin such as those found in ports d'Andernos, of Arès and the Presqu'Île! The list of our oyster huts can be found at Arcachon's Bassin application !
Bassin is full of other culinary nuggets who are just waiting to be known and recognized as much as their sisters! So, open all your senses and follow us on this gourmet journey!
