Arcachon, feet in the water
Arcachon can be explored all year round and is even divided into 4 seasons! Come and discover the contrast between its Summer Town, its beautiful piers and its lively town center; and the Winter Town with its marvelous villas typical of the 19th century.
The Autumn Town will take you to the port and the fishermen’s district of l’Aiguillon, while the Spring Town will bring you to the Source des Abatilles, Pereire Beach and the vibrant district of Le Moulleau.
Welcome to Arcachon !
Stroll along the piers
The pierEyrac, the pier Thiers, the pier of the Chapel or that of Moulleauthese well-known places among the locals are emblematic of Arcachon.
Hop on a bike these well-known places among the locals are emblematic of Arcachon's piers.
Walks and strolls in the Ville d’Hiver (Winter Town)
The Winter Town is a peaceful little neighbourhood of Arcachon. Starting from Parc Mauresque, you’ll find the most beautiful houses in the town in a pleasant labyrinth of winding streets. Take a few hours to get lost here; that’s how you’ll come across the most charming villas! Don’t hesitate to get the map of the Ville d’Hiver from the Tourist Office.
Here hides the "Eiffel Tower" of Arcachon. The Sainte-Cécile observatory offers a panoramic view of the city!
Embark on a crossing or a boat excursion on the Arcachon Bay
All year round, depart from the Thiers pier in Arcachon to cross the Bay towards Cap Ferret or to approach the famous "Cabanes Tchanquées"In July and August, head towards of Andernos-les-Bains or even to the Banc d'Arguin.
Consult the crossing times to prepare your day of true vacation on the Arcachon Bay.
Stroll through the fishermen's district of L’Aiguillon
The Aiguillon district is our secret spot in Arcachon. With its colorful and still-in-use cabins, you can’t miss this photogenic place full of charm.
While strolling around, take a well-deserved break at the only oyster cabin in the neighbourhood: "La Cabane de l’Aiguillon"!
Relax on the beaches of Pereire and Le Moulleau
After a day of shopping in the Ville d'Été (Summer Town), head to the beach for a true vacation afternoon. Lay down your towel on the Pereire Beach or the Moulleau Beach. From the latter, you'll have a breathtaking view of the Dune du Pilat. Lined with pine trees, Pereire Beach is ideal for admiring the sunset or taking a stroll at low tide on the long emerging sandbank…
Enjoying the Arcachon evenings
Arcachon is also vibrant at night. With the Olympia Theater, the cinema, the Zèbre café-theatre, and the concerts at Vélodrome during the Arcachon en Scène Festival in summer, you can spend a unique evening every day of your vacation. For gambling enthusiasts, don't forget about the Casino, which also offers shows.
End your evening in one of the trendy bars in the Moulleau district!
