Lanton, Gironde, Aquitaine

On the way to Santiago de Compostela, step into the shoes of a pilgrim and set off to meet the ecclesiastical heritage of the Leyre Delta. Between church, priory and miraculous fountain, make a stop at the ports of Biganos along the Leyre, a river also known as the "little amazon". Complete your little pilgrimage!

A rich environment on the Leyre delta, the Domaine de Certes lies on one of the most important migration routes for avifauna, and is an internationally important migration site for many bird species, including the Eurasian spoonbill. Formerly a salt marsh, this vast area reclaimed from the sea has been converted into a fish farming site, and is now dedicated to the protection of natural environments. This 12.3 km circuit starts at the Château de Certes parking lot and leads to the Lanton bathing basin. Guided naturalist tours are offered by the Conseil Départemental de la Gironde.

By following the tracks from Robin to Audenge, on the Domaine de Graveyron, you will discover in a playful way all the richness of this natural site which will transport you between land and water Intended for children from 6 to 12 years old accompanied by their parents. Booklet, answers and lot available at the Tourist Office.

Owned by the Conservatoire du Littoral and managed by the Departmental Council of the Gironde, the Domaine de Graveyron is a protected sensitive natural area located in the continuity of the coastal path that borders the Bay of Arcachon. A fish reservoir in the 19th century, it is now home to a large number of bird species that mingle with a green flora. Departures are mainly from the port of Audenge for a loop of about 5 km. Topo-guides are available at the Tourist Office.

Follow Robin's tracks in the small village of Taussat-Les-Bains and discover, with your family, the history and secrets of the "Belles Villas" that characterise this former seaside resort Intended for children from 6 to 12 years old accompanied by their parents. Booklet, answers and lot available at the Tourist Office.

The commune of Lanton is made up of several villages which are called : Lanton, Cassy, Taussat and Blagon. A former seaside resort, Taussat-les-Bains is home to magnificent buildings that are called "Les belles de Taussat". Home of some celebrities who came there to recharge their batteries on the Bassin d'Arcachon, they contain many secrets. Go and meet them, they will tell you their story!

The Bétey port, entirely dedicated to oyster farming, was built in 1932 on the mouth river of the same name. In 1982, it was developed to become the sailing harbour of Andernos-les-Bains and is now home to 151 boats. On its left you have the Bétey beach, near a wooded parc (Bétey Dune) and a children's playground. The Bétey rises in the town of Querquillas and flows into the sailing harbour. The river has its name from the Gascon "woodcock net" and divides the city in two. It has only been crossed by a wooden bridge in 1839. In winter near the cemetery, you will find a "rusty" spring, where traces of a prehistoric settlement were discovered. Walk along the banks to discover an amazing fauna and flora : royal fern, the european pond turtle and many others...

Come, with your family, follow Robin's tracks and discover, in a playful way, the history, the fauna and flora that surround the pretty little port of Biganos For children from 6 to 12 years old accompanied by their parents. Booklet, answers and lot available at the Tourist Office.

Walk on the edge of the basin of Arcachon which goes from the church Saint Eloi to the pier of Andernos les Bains. Beautiful views of the basin. You can also enjoy the magnificent sunsets. Explanatory or tourist panels, interest in the natural environment, heritage. The Balades à Roulettes® (BR®) are short, quiet walks, with a pushchair or a small bike, or adapted for people with reduced mobility (in a wheelchair), proposed by the French Federation of Rambling of the Gironde.

Accompanied by Robin and an adult, the children set off on an adventure in 4 of the ports of Gujan-Mestras. Along the way, they will have to answer riddles, charades, puzzles,... Share a moment of original and playful cultural discovery of the ports of Gujan-Mestras with your family.

A big charming villa in Cassy, Lanton on the Bassin d’Arcachon welcoming up to 14 people (children and babies as well) in 8 different chambers. Peaceful and close to the bicycle path, the beach, the port, the tennis court, the tourist office and the shops. This villa offers a private pool, a petanque ground and is extremely well equipped to make the most of your stay. The airport of Bordeaux is 30 minutes away, downtown Arcachon, Cap Ferret and Bordeaux are all 40 minutes away. You will find the seaside resort of Andernos les Bains 5 minutes away and the train station of Facture-Biganos 15 minutes away. There are many typical restaurants nearby to try. Ideal for family and friends reunions to visit the region, come take a look around the many beaches of the Bassin d’Arcachon or Bordeaux vineyards. We are at your disposal for any information you may need to organize your stay.

A small 297 sq ft cosy and functional flat facing the garden with a bedroom, private living room and a private bathroom with toilet. This bed and breakfast is located on the main house’s property in a quiet residency at 1,312 ft from the Bassin d’Arcachon and bathing pool of Lanton. You will also find the bicycle path 1,640 ft away and the forest at less than a mile away. The rental access is private and don’t require passage through the parts of the owner. Inside there is a bedroom with a double bed, nightstands and cupboard, a bathroom (bathtub, cupboard, toilets) and a living room with French windows (couch, kettle, coffee maker, microwave, fridge, TV, table and chairs). Possibility to eat and rest on the patio, breakfast can be served in the garden if the weather allows it.

450 sq ft one storey detached house, with 2 bedrooms welcoming 4 people, a living room, kitchen, microwave, washing machine and shower room with toilets. Private garden with a lounge and bbq. Private parking as well.

At only 2,624 sq ft away from swimming pools and the Certes domain, 3,229 ft away from the bakery and the super market ‘Intermarché’ and 492 ft away from the bicycle path, this brand new rental is located in a quiet neighbourhood. It is also air-conditioned and has a bedroom with a double bed, a living room, an equipped kitchen, a convertible sofa for 2 people, a shower room with an Italian shower and toilet. The rental is on the owners’ property but is completely independent and has no vis-à-vis. Two bikes for adults are at you disposal and included in the price.

Apartment located on the first and last floor with 1 bedroom, 1 independent bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen and a balcony terrace, two parking spaces. The room has a bed 160x200 with a smart TV, wifi.... Ideal for a couple and a baby

We welcome you in the seaside village of Lanton, heart of the Bassin d'Arcachon, at equal distance between Arcachon and Cap Ferret. The charming Villa Salamander & Hippocampe is adjoining ours, in a quiet environment, not overlooked. A wooden house in the style of a "fisherman's hut", the Villa is sheltered under the cover of an oak grove, lined with shrubs, plants and a green lawn, a real invitation to relaxation and rest. The Villa Salamander & Hippocampe (43 m2) offers all the necessary comfort for 2 people (BB bed on request), a large bedroom in the spirit of "Art Deco" with bedding in 160 x 200, a bathroom and Italian shower, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, a laundry room, a bicycle room, a secure private parking and two beautiful outdoor terraces surrounded by nature with barbecue.

At the edge of the Bassin d’Arcachon, Le Roumingue holiday village camping extends on 32 hectares in which 1 km (3,280 ft) is along the sea. Studio apartments, eco-apartments, standard and top of the range mobile homes are available. Water slides and many facilities, activities, kids’ clubs, shops and a private beach for family holidays and weekends!

A pleasant chalet on the Bassin d’Arcachon with an enclosed garden in the heart of a private 4 star estate along the coastline, the rental is independent and air-conditioned. You will find on the 32 hectares, a heated aquatic area (2 pools, 1 of which is covered), a 7,534 sq ft private beach, a mini golf, tennis courts, a playground, inflatable games, a multi-sports field, table tennis, pétanque court, restaurant, bar, grocery store, fishing pond, etc… For kids there is a mini club (for 4 to 12 years old) and activities. For adults there is an aquatic and muscular awakening and other activities. Nonetheless, some of these activities are only available during summer. You will also find a direct access to the coastal path to enjoy walks and bike rides at the border of the Bassin d’Arcachon. Host code: OTCDB 00401

An ideal place for the amateurs of beach, nature and walk, to radiate on all the Basin will be very easy from here. This pretty studio, benefiting from a well exposed terrace and a totally independent access, is ideally located halfway between Arcachon and Cap Ferret (the two ends of the basin). It is located 5 minutes walk from the beach of Suzette, the port of Cassy and local shops. You will enjoy the effervescence of Andernos-les-bains only a few minutes away. A busy road is nearby. You just have to cross it to reach the beach which is only 5 minutes away on foot. This beach is one of the most extensive and calm of the basin. Here you will feel at home, away from the hustle and bustle of the most touristic places, while remaining easily accessible by bike or car.

In neo-gothic style, the church of Notre-Dame de Lanton is one of the oldest in the Bay of Arcachon (12th century); its primitive Romanesque chevet is the only apparent vestige that testifies to its origin. The church is located on the coastal road on the way to Santiago de Compostela.

On the Vélodyssée, on a small bike-less break, explore the Domaine de Certes-Graveyron. This 530 hectare property, owned by le Conservatoire du Littoral, is on some former dammed salt marshes. Nowadays, it’s a protected site that lets you discover some remarkable flora and fauna. Château de Certes is a beautiful chartreuse constructed by the Marquis de Civrac, and is currently undergoing restoration work.

The pine forests of the Landes de Gascogne are omnipresent in the three communes of Lanton, Audenge and Biganos: 3000 hectares of forest in Biganos, 1800 hectares in Audenge and more than 11,000 hectares in Lanton, the third most forest-covered commune in France ... The tourist office offers tree tapping demonstrations (harvesting resin) so that you can discover this ancient traditional forest activity.

Along the coastal path, the picnic area of the Suzette beach has several tables with an unobstructed view of the Bay of Arcachon. Public toilets nearby.

The horizon mirror is a material image. It's an invitation for our eyes to bounce up to the sky. The ancients traced a frame in the air and read the future in the flight of birds within this imaginary temple. Michel Herreria?s invention brings this figure down from the clouds. The material image of the mirror and the formal image slide one over the other, one into the other the other. Here we are, trying to grasp this uncertain geometry and all its enchantments. It's a machine for daydreams and illusions, literally perforating the restful image of the place and creating uncertainty in the perception of this beautiful arrangement. A disturbance that revives what we no longer know how to see, and makes tangible what we don't see.

The castle of Certes, built in the XVIIIth century, is one of the rare castles of the Basin of Arcachon rebuilt around 1850. It was the castral seat of the old seigniory. It is located on the domain of Certes and Graveyron, a vast 536-hectare dyked domain belonging to the Conservatoire du littoral and managed by the Department of Gironde, within the framework of its policy in favor of Sensitive Natural Spaces. Listed in the Supplementary Inventory of Historical Monuments. It is currently closed to the public for restoration. Its surroundings are accessible to the walkers of the Domain.

The “Domaine de Certes” in Audenge is the property of the Conservatoire du Littoral, and is a migratory site of major international importance for many species of birds, including the white spoonbill. This ancient salt marsh is now devoted to protection of natural milieus.

Museum where the memories of all the military conflicts of the 20th and 21st centuries are exhibited.

Specialties: oysters, mussels, shrimps, whelks, winkles and other seafood. Covered terrace on the port. The restaurant is open from 15/05 to 30/09. Oyster retail is open all year round on Friday mornings.

Along the coastal path, the picnic area of Cassy beach has several tables with a breathtaking view of the Bay of Arcachon. Playground and public toilets nearby.

Artisanal pizzas made from fresh products, fresh dough kneaded every day on the spot. Only to take away. All pizzas are 9 € every Tuesday (except July and August) Open every day from 10.30am to 1.30pm and from 6pm to 9pm In July and August, the pizza kiosk is open until 10pm.

Wood-fired pizzas, buckwheat pancakes, pancakes, African dishes, African fruit juices. To eat on the spot or to take away!

The Café associatif Le Baryton is a concert café open to all for a drink and a chat, while enjoying the evening concerts organized every Friday and Saturday night! Possibility to eat on the spot, on reservation.

Entirely furnished and decorated like a typical Irish pub, Arthurs Frenchies BBQ offers a brewery service for lunch and dinner, a large choice of beers with 9 drafts and more than 100 bottled beers, a dart board and a pool table as well as a large terrace to enjoy the beautiful days. Sports broadcasts and parties are on the program!

El Caliente is a friendly place that offers fast food outside: sandwiches, burgers, American, pannini, paella, ice cream, pancakes, coffee, cold drinks. It is possible to come for lunch or dinner with or without reservation. Dishes can be taken away or enjoyed on the terrace.

Vesuvius Pizzas to take away - Order by phone : 05.57.70.70.46 Means of payment : Credit card (minimum 15€) - Cash - Checks - Restaurant tickets Open every day: noon and evening except Sunday noon

New pizzeria in Audenge offering salads, pizzas and homemade desserts for takeaway or delivery.

K'home O Rest'o, take away restaurant, offers you an ephemeral menu made from fresh and seasonal products. Find our news and our current menu on our website and our social networks.

Traditional Thai cuisine - Present on the market of Audenge on Tuesday morning until 1 pm - take away; Also present on the markets of Eysines and Mérignac

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A big charming villa in Cassy, Lanton on the Bassin d’Arcachon welcoming up to 14 people (children and babies as well) in 8 different chambers. Peaceful and close to the bicycle path, the beach, the port, the tennis court, the tourist office and the shops. This villa offers a private pool, a petanque ground and is extremely well equipped to make the most of your stay. The airport of Bordeaux is 30 minutes away, downtown Arcachon, Cap Ferret and Bordeaux are all 40 minutes away. You will find the seaside resort of Andernos les Bains 5 minutes away and the train station of Facture-Biganos 15 minutes away. There are many typical restaurants nearby to try. Ideal for family and friends reunions to visit the region, come take a look around the many beaches of the Bassin d’Arcachon or Bordeaux vineyards. We are at your disposal for any information you may need to organize your stay.

1 bedroom for 2 people in a new house. 1 bed 2 persons (160). TV, tea service. Private shower room and WC, lounge. Enclosed garden, terrace, garden furniture. Owners are fluent in English

ALCOVE STUDIO. 28 m². First floor, lift. Bunk bed alcove. Living room, double sofa bed, TV, DVD, kitchenette, microwave, dishwasher. Shower room with WC. Balcony, garden furniture. Private car park. View on the port of Cassy.

A small 297 sq ft cosy and functional flat facing the garden with a bedroom, private living room and a private bathroom with toilet. This bed and breakfast is located on the main house’s property in a quiet residency at 1,312 ft from the Bassin d’Arcachon and bathing pool of Lanton. You will also find the bicycle path 1,640 ft away and the forest at less than a mile away. The rental access is private and don’t require passage through the parts of the owner. Inside there is a bedroom with a double bed, nightstands and cupboard, a bathroom (bathtub, cupboard, toilets) and a living room with French windows (couch, kettle, coffee maker, microwave, fridge, TV, table and chairs). Possibility to eat and rest on the patio, breakfast can be served in the garden if the weather allows it.

Quiet T2 with small garden and terrace. Fitted kitchen, bedroom with 140cm bed, living room with 130cm sofa bed, bathroom with washing machine. Garden furniture, electric barbecue, deckchairs, parasol.

CHALET 46m ². Beach nearby. 2 mezzanine bedrooms of 9m² and 5m²: 1 double bed and 2 bunk beds. Living room, sofa bed, TV for rent. Kitchenette, washing machine, dishwasher, shower room. Wooded park, collective swimming pool

450 sq ft one storey detached house, with 2 bedrooms welcoming 4 people, a living room, kitchen, microwave, washing machine and shower room with toilets. Private garden with a lounge and bbq. Private parking as well.

At only 2,624 sq ft away from swimming pools and the Certes domain, 3,229 ft away from the bakery and the super market ‘Intermarché’ and 492 ft away from the bicycle path, this brand new rental is located in a quiet neighbourhood. It is also air-conditioned and has a bedroom with a double bed, a living room, an equipped kitchen, a convertible sofa for 2 people, a shower room with an Italian shower and toilet. The rental is on the owners’ property but is completely independent and has no vis-à-vis. Two bikes for adults are at you disposal and included in the price.

Apartment located on the first and last floor with 1 bedroom, 1 independent bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen and a balcony terrace, two parking spaces. The room has a bed 160x200 with a smart TV, wifi.... Ideal for a couple and a baby