CADEV: adventures and discoveries in Royan, Poitou-Charentes

The Vélodyssée®, the Eurovéloroute n°1 crosses France, from Roscoff to Hendaye and is one of the longest European routes, essentially on its own. Your journey in Gironde will take you along the tracks of the Medoc coastline and the Bassin d'Arcachon of Arcachon. You will discover the charm of Soulac-sur-Mer, the scents of the pine forests, the lakes of the Medoc and the Bay of Arcachon, a lagoon opening onto the ocean. You are here in the kingdom of bicycle paths! Your journey in Gironde ends in apotheosis and in all beauty on the Dune du Pilat!

From the Pointe de Grave in Le Verdon-sur-Mer, gateway to the largest estuary in Europe, the Saint Jacques de Compostelle Coastal Way in Gironde starts here. Walk along this forest path to reach Soulac-sur-Mer with your family, on a tour or with friends. View of the Cordouan lighthouse, passage near the remains of the Atlantic Wall bunkers and finally the old village of Soulac-sur-Mer are on the agenda!

From Soulac to Lacanau, follow the superb shaded cycle paths of the Aquitaine coastline to the Arcachon basin. Ride along the Pointe Médoc, a multi-faceted territory, depending on whether you are riding along the west coast or along the estuary and vineyards. This section of the itinerary invites you to discover, among other things, the charm of the old villas of Soulac-sur-Mer, the smells of the pine forests, the freshwater lakes of the Médoc, the pond of Cousseau, Lacanau-Océan? Wide open spaces of natural reserves and ocean beaches...

From the Gironde estuary to the Atlantic Ocean, this itinerary is an ideal nature walk for the whole family in Le Verdon sur Mer. Located a few kilometres from Soulac-sur-Mer, this route offers a diversity of landscapes: maritime pine forests, marshes.. The itinerary that we propose to you borrows several types of ways: streets in the city center, a cycle track, a forest road and a forest road in limestone. There is no continuous signposting throughout the walk, but the paths are logical and the description of the itinerary will be enough to guide you.

The 500-kilometer, 21-stage Chemin d'Amadour combines the spirit of a legendary pilgrimage with the authenticity of rural landscapes. It takes you to places emblematic of the great pilgrimages of yesteryear, listed by UNESCO as a Compostela site (abbeys, churches, places of devotion, etc.) and crosses some of the most beautiful landscapes in the South-West: the Gironde estuary, the Entre-deux-Mer, the Dropt valley, the vineyards of Bordeaux and Bergerac-Duras, the Dordogne valley, the Causses du Quercy. It also crosses a spectacular built heritage: the historic centers of Bordeaux, Duras and Bergerac, the many wine-growing châteaux, bastides, châteaux in the Dordogne valley, medieval towns (Domme, Sarlat, Rocamadour).

The Amadour path, with its 500 kilometers and 21 stages, combines the spirit of a legendary pilgrimage with the authenticity of rural landscapes. It takes you to emblematic sites of great pilgrimages of the past, listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites on the Compostela route (abbeys, churches, places of devotion, etc.), and crosses some of the most beautiful landscapes of the Southwest: the Gironde estuary, Entre-deux-Mers, the Dropt valley, the vineyards of Bordeaux and Bergerac-Duras, the Dordogne valley, and the Causses of Quercy. It also intersects with a spectacular built heritage: the historic centers of Bordeaux, Duras, Bergerac, numerous wine châteaux, bastides, castles in the Dordogne valley, and medieval towns (Domme, Sarlat, Rocamadour).

Welcome to the town of Soulac-sur-Mer, known for its UNESCO listed basilica and its Old Village which gives it the name of "City of 500 villas". A Roman coastal town, an English river port, a religious sanctuary, a stopover town on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, Soulac found its modern appearance in the middle of the 19th century. This walking tour will take you on a journey through time and through the history of Soulac...

Welcome to Soulac-sur-Mer, the oldest seaside resort of the Médoc! Discover its heritage, its villas, by following this itinerary through the resort. Come and get your booklet at the Tourist Office and once you have answered all the questions, bring it back to check your answers.

Thanks to this bike ride in Soulac-sur-Mer you will discover the historical and natural wealth of this magnificent seaside resort. You will take the cycle tracks, the roads or even the velodyssée, this itinerary that runs along the Atlantic coastline. Our route will reveal all the secrets of the city.

This easy loop combines two UNESCO World Heritage sites. After a visit to the Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-fin-des-Terres, the tour takes you through the narrow streets of the pretty seaside resort, from the colorful houses of Soulac to the bunkers of the Atlantic Wall in the village of Les Arros. You walk along the beach, with the Cordouan lighthouse towering over the horizon. You'll ride along a dune line populated by oyats, laurel, yucca, broom and arbutus. A must: pedal during the yucca flowering period in summer, or between the red arbutus in autumn, breathing in the fragrance of the plants.

Ideally located 50 meters from the beach, our Dunes apartment offers a soothing interlude with an ocean view, a magical sunrise over the pine forest and rooftops of Soulac, and a magnificent beach. Whether you're a couple or a family, you're sure to fall in love! Forget the car for the duration of your stay, everything is close at hand: the town center is just 500 meters away, with its shops, restaurants and covered market, as well as the seafront, bike paths and forest trails. Located on the second floor of a secure residence (building entrance with digicode) with elevator, our apartment has been carefully renovated. The rental price includes wifi access, bed linen (beds made on arrival), towels and table linen. Private parking space in the residence. No smoking.

In Soulac-sur-Mer, a charming seaside resort nestled at the tip of the Médoc, discover our apartment ideally located to take full advantage of the Atlantic coast. Just a few steps from the lively town center, its shops and restaurants, and less than a kilometer from the ocean beaches, you'll enjoy a privileged location for a vacation all on foot. Located on the 2nd floor of a private residence, the apartment can accommodate 2 to 4 people. Its balcony, overlooking wooded areas, offers a peaceful, leafy setting. The apartment comprises a convivial living area with fully-equipped kitchenette, dining area and lounge opening onto the balcony, a bedroom/TV room with a 160x200 bed that converts into a sofa, a bathroom with bathtub, and a separate toilet. Electric heating. End-of-stay cleaning included. Free public parking in the street.

Ideally located on the dune with a breathtaking ocean view with direct access to the beach, The Lily of the Sands is a spacious villa and character. In 5 mn on foot of the town center, the place is heaven for anyone in search of comfort, calm and serenity. Retain the guest of this house of exception to the refined and personalized decoration of each of its 5 rooms.

Contemporary house, located in a wooded environment, quiet 300 meters from the ocean. Spacious rooms overlooking terrace and having a garden, swimming pool, summer kitchen, closed parking, wifi. Breakfast home and personalized welcome (cultural activities, sports, visits, ...

Located by the sea, on the Atlantic coast, Camping Sandaya Soulac will be the ideal place for a family stay with the Ocean at your feet. You will like the tranquility of the place, the natural environment offering numerous walks between ocean, lakes, forests, estuary and marshes as well as its aquatic area of 500 m2 with slides and heated swimming pool. Surfing, cycling or horse riding, visit of prestigious castles, there will be something for everyone!

Cabanieux 3 is one of 3 holiday homes where you'll enjoy a shaded landscaped garden with children swings and games. Open plan kitchen with microwave, lounge area, 3 bedrooms (1 double bed, 1 large single bed, 2 single beds), shower room, wc. Electrical heating.

Located on a property between the Gironde estuary, the tip of the Médoc, and the Atlantic coast, as part of a complex comprising three guesthouses, stay at Michel’s guesthouse. You’ll have access to a tree-lined garden with patio furniture, a terrace, a barbecue, and parking right next to the cottage. The cottage features a kitchen, a living room with a lounge area, 2 bedrooms (1 double bed, 2 single beds), a bathroom, and a separate toilet. A fan is available for hot summer days. End-of-stay cleaning fee is extra. Tourist tax is extra. Shared washing machine with the other guesthouses, as well as games for children. Electric heating not included; weekly heating fee is an additional charge. Linens (sheets, towels, kitchen linens) not provided. During your stay, you’ll set out to explore the region and its vineyards—perhaps by canoe? You can take a break on our long ocean beaches.

Welcome to Villa Polder, a charming vacation home in Saint Vivien de Médoc, a typical Nord Médoc village nestled between estuary, forest and ocean. Whether you're with family or friends, it's the ideal place to spend your vacations and discover the many riches of the Médoc: the beautiful ocean beaches of the Atlantic coast, the famous Médoc châteaux route, the ports of the Gironde estuary and much more. This new single-storey house is located in a quiet, pleasant residential environment, just a stone's throw from the village center and its amenities. It features an enclosed garden, a terrace with garden furniture and barbecue, a private swimming pool (6mx3m depth 1.350m) and parking. For your leisure activities, petanque and Molky fields (petanque balls and Molky game available). Bed linen, towels and heating included.

Cabanieux 2 is one of 3 holiday homes where you'll enjoy a enclosed shaded landscaped garden with children swings and games. Kitchen with microwave, dining-room with lounge area, 2 bdrs (1 dble, 2 sgle beds), shower room, wc. Electrical heating.

This detached one storey house, close to owner's and other holiday home, is located on a big enclosed plot with private area. Open plan living-room with kitchen (microwave), dining area, lounge (sofa -bed). bedroom 1 (2 single beds), bedroom 2 (1 double bed with baby bed), shower room/wc. Electrical heating : 30€/week. Sheets rental : 7€/set/week. House-cleaning provided : 35€. Tourist tax : 0.40€/person/day, free for children under 13 years old.

The Pointe de Grave is the extreme north of the Médoc, between Bordeaux and the Atlantic Ocean. It is located at the mouth of the Gironde Estuary, opposite the town of Royan. This geographical configuration, unique in France, makes it of great ornithological interest during pre-marital migration: the "funnel" effect concentrates the birds that migrate along the coast and those that, further inland, are reluctant to cross the estuary and follow the bank to its end. These two flows then converge above the Pointe de Grave before crossing the estuary in the direction of the Charente-Maritime and, beyond, towards Northern Europe and Siberia LPO Aquitaine coordinates the scientific monitoring of the migration, carried out every year from March to May. More than a hundred species are observed during the three months of monitoring.

Bicycle service area with picnic area at Pointe de Grave, on the edge of the estuary, an exceptional break with a view of the Gironde estuary

Discovery of headlights and tags through models, animated maps, 3D animation, old documents, markup material. From the top of the tower, magnificent magnificent views of the coast and the Cordouan lighthouse. In the garden featured boatman relief from the lighthouse of Cordouan.

Discover the fauna and flora that thrive in the reclaimed marshes.

Discover the fauna and flora that thrive in the reclaimed marshes.

Get to know more about the Gironde Estuary and the phenomenon of fish and bird migration, in the capable hands of members of the CURUMA association.

Discover the fauna and flora that thrive in the reclaimed marshes.

From Soulac-sur-Mer to Le Verdon-sur-Mer, the Second World War left its mark In the continuity of the Atlantic Wall, a set of remains built under the German occupation still reside on the dune barrier and the forest massif To discover the bunkers and in order to preserve this environment, it is preferable to leave with a guide or to follow the GR8.

A beachside brasserie where you can eat with your feet in the water!

As a former student of the nomadic cuisine training of chef Thierry Marx, I offer you a quality catering service and take care of everything for your birthday, wedding, wedding day, baptism, company meal, house-warming party, family meal ... adapting to your budget and your tastes! Delivery is also possible. Try the original and trendy experience of a food truck in your garden.

Traditional restaurant, the hotel-restaurant of the pines works fresh products of quality in the service of a card which privileges the soil and the region with for example one of their specialties, the lamprey. They emphasize a warm welcome where well-being is the priority.

Miam-Miam Glou-Glou has been welcoming you for many years. The sunny terrace or shady area is a great place to take advantage of any occasion! The menu features a multitude of delights, from pizzas to regional dishes, not forgetting ice creams and crêpes.

? L?Escale Gourmande de Yaya: Passion and Savoir-Faire Join the circle of initiates! Will you too be won over by the soul of this unique address? Here, sophisticated gourmet pleasures are enjoyed in total simplicity, in an atmosphere that immediately makes you feel at home. An authentic place for sharing in Montalivet? An experience designed by passionate chefs: ??? A Duo de Choc: Yaya, the radiant manager, and her creative Chef combine their talents. Their sole objective: to delight you and put a smile on your face with every bite! ? Assiettes d?Exception: Let yourself be surprised by our inventive, meticulously-crafted cuisine. You too can become an "aficionado" of these flavors that combine finesse and conviviality. ? An enchanted interlude where a passion for taste enhances every moment spent at the table.

Hawaiian culinary specialties and world cuisine

A "caliente" address with Cuban flavours, salsa evenings and concerts.

First a slogan, which describes the spirit: "The sincerity of the flavors". Let it be said, here we cook home, with fresh products. The products and wines are selected to give pleasure to the customers. The emblematic dish? The Charolais steak, about 350 G, accompanied by fries with garlic, home of course. This is the only dish you will find every day. For the rest, the menu changes every day. Meat and fish according to market opportunities. On the weekend, in addition, a more gourmet menu. At dessert, one finds profiteroles or pears beautiful Hélène, William poached in the kitchen.

Do you like unusual sites? Then come and discover the Maison de Grave. On a territory of the Coastal Conservatory, 200 meters from the beach, this magnificent site offers 32 beds in two forms of accommodation: rooms or dormitories (cells for 2 people). Cut from the world, in the heart of the forest, you will live in communion with nature. For more comfort, the Maison de Grave will welcome you, if you wish, in its restaurant where you will taste a subtle homemade cuisine. Possibility of privatizing the place.

Ideally located 50 meters from the beach, our Dunes apartment offers a soothing interlude with an ocean view, a magical sunrise over the pine forest and rooftops of Soulac, and a magnificent beach. Whether you're a couple or a family, you're sure to fall in love! Forget the car for the duration of your stay, everything is close at hand: the town center is just 500 meters away, with its shops, restaurants and covered market, as well as the seafront, bike paths and forest trails. Located on the second floor of a secure residence (building entrance with digicode) with elevator, our apartment has been carefully renovated. The rental price includes wifi access, bed linen (beds made on arrival), towels and table linen. Private parking space in the residence. No smoking.

In Soulac-sur-Mer, a charming seaside resort nestled at the tip of the Médoc, discover our apartment ideally located to take full advantage of the Atlantic coast. Just a few steps from the lively town center, its shops and restaurants, and less than a kilometer from the ocean beaches, you'll enjoy a privileged location for a vacation all on foot. Located on the 2nd floor of a private residence, the apartment can accommodate 2 to 4 people. Its balcony, overlooking wooded areas, offers a peaceful, leafy setting. The apartment comprises a convivial living area with fully-equipped kitchenette, dining area and lounge opening onto the balcony, a bedroom/TV room with a 160x200 bed that converts into a sofa, a bathroom with bathtub, and a separate toilet. Electric heating. End-of-stay cleaning included. Free public parking in the street.

Facing the ocean and the Cordouan Lighthouse, enjoy a fully renovated, comfortable apartment.

Ideally located on the dune with a breathtaking ocean view with direct access to the beach, The Lily of the Sands is a spacious villa and character. In 5 mn on foot of the town center, the place is heaven for anyone in search of comfort, calm and serenity. Retain the guest of this house of exception to the refined and personalized decoration of each of its 5 rooms.

Between the Atlantic coast and the Gironde estuary, the VVF Club Intense Les Plages du Médoc is located right on the beach, 1 km from the town, in the heart of a 3-hectare natural site. The vacation village offers duplex accommodation, some with sea views, for 2 to 8 people (kitchenette, shower room, WC, terrace with garden furniture). On-site facilities and services: heated swimming pool (weather permitting), bar with terrace, TV room, table tennis, table soccer, beach volleyball court, bowling green, children's playground.... Snack takeaway, bread and pastries (school vacations), barbecue area. Entertainment included in the price for everyone, from toddlers and teenagers (3 to 17 years) to adults. Games, walks and sports: for your vacation at Soulac-sur-Mer, we've got you covered.

The center is located 150 meters from the beach, 9 km from the largest estuary in Europe, 1 km from the forest and 2 km from downtown Soulac. In the heart of 6000 m² of shaded land, the center can accommodate 60 people in rooms and 32 children in collective tents. It is fully equipped to welcome you in the best conditions.

Le Palace is only 400 meters from the south beach and 300 meters from the bike paths. 600 m² of heated pool in a fun universe: slides, paddling pools, rivers against current and 200 m² of covered and heated swimming pool, ideal for swimming, will delight young and old. In July and August a team of animators proposes a varied program: sports tournaments, aquagym, step, petanque, foot, archery, club child ... A playground, mini-golf, tennis, ping- Pong, fitness room are at your disposal as soon as the campsite opens. All these services are offered.