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Holiday rentals in the Bay of Arcachon
Come and explore the most beautiful natural sites in the Bay of Arcachon on your next holiday! This tourist destination in the Gironde département has many attractions that will leave you breathless. Look for your holiday rental in the Bassin d'Arcachon among the many offers labelled on Clévacances.
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Typical cuisine from the Bay of Arcachon
La guérinière, Le Patio, La Cabane du Paliquey...so many establishments that promote the remarkable cuisine of Gironde! You'll never be disappointed when you lunch or dine at one of these fine restaurants during your stay. For example, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy a half Bellevue lobster or a succulent Lamprey à la Bordelaise. A crab with mayonnaise or a plate of whelks will also do perfectly if you're a seafood fan! And if you prefer red meat, don't hesitate to choose Pauillac lamb, which appears on the menus of some of the best-known restaurants. For dessert, you'll no doubt be tempted by the Canelé or the Merveille, two sweets that originated in the Pays de Buch.
.The Arcachon Basin: its best activities
The Dune du Pilat certainly remains the must-visit of this destination! A veritable institution for this natural site that best embodies the preserved heritage of the Bay of Arcachon. Quite simply, it's the highest dune in Europe, with over 50 million cubic metres of sand. If you want to take a dip in the ocean or soak up the colours in an enchanting setting, you have to choose from the many sites that attract tourists to the edge of the lagoon. The Aiguillon beach in Arcachon and the Saint Brice beach in Arès are sure-fire places to spend unforgettable days in the sun! Do you want your holidays to be synonymous with relaxation? Open the doors of the Cap Ferret balneotherapy centre and make the most of every moment in an environment totally dedicated to well-being. Gentle hydrotherapy treatments, massages or beauty treatments: this establishment will give you a second youth!
Accompanied by your children, we invite you to visit the Parc de la Coccinelle. It's packed with thrilling attractions and magic shows that are sure to please the youngest visitors. The Zoo du Bassin d'Arcachon is another popular tourist attraction for families. Located in La teste-de-Buch, it boasts a huge variety of animals. The Malayan tapir and the Indian rhinoceros are two of the herbivores most seen by visitors. As for the carnivores, it's the charming red pandas and the Sri Lankan panther that get the most attention from the cameras!
Destinations around the Bay of Arcachon
Holidaymakers in the Bay of Arcachon don't hesitate to travel a few dozen kilometres to discover the region's other assets. Some set down their luggage in Biscarrosse to visit the hydraviation museum. However, more people go to Bordeaux, which has a wonderful historical heritage, with the Place de la Bourse, the Monument Aux Girondins and the Cathédrale Saint André. In short, there's plenty to do on the tourist front around your holiday rental in the Bay of Arcachon.
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