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De Arcachon à Biarritz
The Arcachon bay
Real interior sea, the Arcachon bay is an exceptional natural space between Atlantic Ocean on the West and the forest of the Landesin the South. The lively and colours changing waters, the specific lights and shadows make the bay be a place really appreciated by painters.
In this unique and preserved environment Arcachon offers stays feet in the water whatever the season...
There hearth and sea, freshwater and saltwater meet each other.
Known for the Winter Town and its typical villas, shacks on stilts and the famous sand dune called "Pilat" the bay of Arcachon is the place where sky, sans, sun and ocean communicate.
Have a walk along beaches, across small streets or in the heart of the bay in typical boat called "pinasses" that you recognize thanks to their fine and long shape. After a walk in a oysters harbour do not forget to taste oysters from the Banc d'Arguin, the Ile aux Oiseaux and the Cap Ferret!
Biarritz
In South West of France, between ocean and mountain, Biarritz, city of contrasts and colours offers an ideal natural environment proper to Basque Country. The inhabitants are proud of their traditions they kept through history and also the lively language and rich culture.
This resort is one of the most famous of the French Atlantic Coast.
Biarritz was originally a small fishing village but quickly became a refined and harmonious resort thanks to the influence of Nopeleon III and his wife Eugénie. Accustomed to welcome prestigious guests Biarritz has maintained an exceptional tradition of accommodation with its luxurious palaces and hotels.
Its gastronomy which colours are red, green and white let imagine rich and tasty cuisine.
Not to forget the sports Biarritz is famous in : golf, one of the most ancient and beautiful greens in Europe, surfing with "Grande Plage" which is one of the most famous " spots " in the world.
