Biscarrosse

Biscarrosse

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownBiscarrosseParentis-en-Born at 9.5 km (12 min)
Insee code40046Sanguinet at 12.9 km (17 min)
Postcode40600Ychoux at 18.8 km (22 min)
Latitude44.3959430Sainte-Eulalie-en-Born at 24 km (26 min)
Longitude-1.1669170Liposthey at 26 km (29 min)
AltitudeFrom 0 to 78 metersSaint-Paul-en-Born at 26 km (30 min)
Surface160.48 km²Aureilhan at 30 km (33 min)
Population12209 inhabitantsLugos at 31 km (35 min)
Density74 inhabitants/km²Mimizan at 33 km (38 min)
National labelsSalles at 33 km (39 min)
Chief townMont-de-Marsan (at 89 km, 91 min)Pyla-sur-Mer at 34 km (40 min)
DepartmentLandesLüe at 34 km (37 min)
RegionAquitaineSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Biscarrosse resort of the Aquitaine Coast and the third city of the department of Landes, privileged to be broken down into three perfectly complementary poles: the City, a veritable administrative and commercial heart of the town, the Lakes and Ocean Beach. These three places are enclosed in the middle of the largest forest in Europe, the Landes forest of Gascogne (1.2 million ha of maritime pines).

It is located less than an hour from Bordeaux, capital of the Aquitaine Region, just minutes from the national 10 and 1h30 from Spain.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The Museum of Seaplane, near Lake Latécoère (Lake Parentis-Biscarrosse), former base for seaplanes hydronavale transatlantic. The whole history of the seaplane explained by models, photographs and spare parts you is recounted in this museum.
  • The Museum of Traditions and the History of Biscarrosse. A museum which offers a panorama of traditional heritage Landais and more specifically that of the Pays de Born, and offers visitors a boat ride to discover the marshes ... At the heart of the history of Biscarrosse, you know as well the formation of dunes, lakes, operation of the resin and all its activities and rural crafts.
  • The fortified church of St. Martin of the 14th and 15th century, built in "garluche" typical stone country Landais.
  • Castle Montbron 16th century: four circular corner towers, mullioned windows, chimneys Louis XIII. It housed a garrison of the Black Prince, during the occupation of Aquitaine by the British.
  • The old elm. Old tree over 600 years which saw, according to legend, his crown of white mysteriously grow every year in May.
  • Interests and activities:
  • Horseback riding in the Landes forest of Gascogne
  • Adventure Park: 105 games available to everyone from 8 years old and 1.50 m arms raised, games for toddlers from 3 to 8 years, bungee jumping ... thrills!
  • Surfing: the Atlantic Ocean bordering on Biscarrosse 9 km
  • Karting
  • Golf
  • First flight in a microlight
  • ATV
  • Walks: whether hiking, mountain biking, quad, boat or boat, the local flora and fauna can be explored freely.
Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Biscarrosse
Leisure centresBeach Maguide,   Beach nord,   Beach sud,   Casino of the Océan,   Central Beach of Biscarrosse,   Golf Course of Biscarrosse,   Museum of L'Hydraviation
Natural sitesForest of Biscarrosse,   Pond of Biscarrosse et Parentis
PHOTOS
Lake Biscarrosse
 
Sunset
squirrel in the pine forest of Biscarrosse
 
Walk in the pinewood
Aerial view of the lake Maguide Biscarrosse North
 
Aerial view of the beach Biscarrosse
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WEATHER
Saturday 2 June
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Min. 18°C - Max. 33°C
Sunday 3 June
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Min. 15°C - Max. 33°C
Monday 4 June
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Min. 12°C - Max. 19°C
BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Capagut    
8.6
Biscarrosse
Madeleine you will receive in his chalet Biscarrosse. Vous can enjoy the garden terrace facing south, you will be quiet because the hotel is 70 m from the street CAPAGUT.You will be...
Located in Biscarrosse60 € the double room 
La Maison d'Adrien  
Pontenx-les-Forges
Bed and Breakfast in a lovely village in the Landes forest and 20 minutes from the beach.
Located 17.9 km from BiscarrosseFrom 68 € to 98 € the double room 
A lilaire chambres d'hôtes    
9.4
Belin-Béliet
Quiet - Authenticity - NatureAt. 40 minutes from Arcachon, Bordeaux, vineyards, in the heart of the Regional Park of Landes de Gascogne, Cathy and Daniel will be pleased to welcome...
Located 27 km from Biscarrosse60 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Résidence les Cottages du lac 3 étoiles  
8.7
Parentis-en-Born
Apartment two comfortable rooms with kitchen, terrace, private pool, 150 m from the beach snack Lac. bar a nearby sports field. Playground.
Located 7.1 km from BiscarrosseFrom 300 € to 1000 € per week 
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Gastes
Mobile home fully equipped with sanitary facilities, 2 bedrooms, covered terrace, WiFi, barbecue areas, bike time, direct access to lake-beach-bike trail. Ideal for children. Heated...
Located 7.6 km from BiscarrosseFrom 280 € to 860 € per week 
Camping Les échasses * *  
9.9
Gastes
Mobile home for rent in the campsite ** gastes stilts in the Landes. Kitchen-2 bedrooms, bathroom and toilet separate lounge with sofa bed-TV-DVD-2 1 1 covered terrace outside. Very...
Located 8 km from BiscarrosseFrom 200 € to 610 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping Landes Bleues  
Aureilhan
In the campsite you can enjoy the swimming pool with splash pool, waterslide 2012 novel, the play area for children, ping-pong, inflatable, boules and bar restaurant. This quiet family...
Located 19.9 km from BiscarrosseFrom 16 € to 19 € per day 
Yelloh Village Panorama du Pyla    
8
Pyla-sur-Mer
Exceptional site, Panorama, nested under a pines forest, extends at the edge of a long beach of the Bay d'Arcachon, on the classified site of the dune du Pyla, the highest dune of Europe....
Located 20 km from BiscarrosseFrom 17.40 € to 43 € per day 
Airotel Club Marina-Landes    
8.7
Mimizan
A short 500 m walk from the beach of fine sand, hidden in the pine forest behind the sand dunes, you will find the Club Marina-Landes waiting to welcome you into its comfortable and...
Located 24 km from Biscarrosse 

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HOTELS
Hype Hôtel     
9.4
Biscarrosse
This hotel is located a 10-minute drive from Biscarrosse Beach and Biscarrosse Golf Course. It features a terrace and has free Wi-Fi access and free private parking on site. Rooms at...
Located in BiscarrosseRoom from 65 €
Hôtel Restaurant La Forestière     
7.9
Biscarrosse
La Forestiere hotel is located at the centre of Biscarosse, 800 metres from the beach. It offers a heated swimming pool and accommodation with free Wi-Fi access. Guest rooms at Hotel...
Located in BiscarrosseRoom from 54 €
Logis Le Relais     
7.7
Biscarrosse
The Logis Le Relais a privileged emplacement near sea, lakes and forests, and offers all the modern comfort, with free Wi-Fi Internet access. The hotel features air-conditioned, soundproofed...
Located in BiscarrosseRoom from 39 €

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Hôtel Du Lac
Situated in a peaceful location at the edge of a lake, this hotel presents one- of-a-kind architecture and is located a 2-minute...
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