Explore the Wonders of Ares from La Cigale

A walk for the whole family, on foot or with a pushchair, to discover a little-known place in Arès: the MGEN park and its Rabbit Trail! On the way, discover the emblematic sites of Arès: oyster port, Arès pier and UFO port! Enough to take many pictures with your children.

This treasure hunt in the town takes you back in time to learn more about the history of Arès and its must-see places. Follow Robin, he tells you many anecdotes. A fun time with the family, to learn while having fun. Robin's Tracks are also available in the other towns of the department. Collect the stickers, to be placed on the collector poster. Road map and poster available free of charge on request at the Tourist Office. Duration 1h.

If there is an unusual place in Ares, it is the Ovniport and its flying saucer. A few years ago, Ares welcomed a little extraterrestrial named Azro. Young and old share a playful moment in family. Through a series of riddles and in the company of Azro and Robin, everyone learns more about astronomy. Roadmap available on request at the Tourist Office of Arès. Several towns in Gironde offer Robin's Tracks. Collect the stickers and place them on the dedicated poster. Difficulty : easy

The MGEN park, still little known, is the guardian of hundred-year-old trees. Follow Robin to learn more about this mystical place. As a family, go from riddle to riddle to learn while having fun. You can continue the adventure by playing Robin's Tracks in other towns in the department. Remember to collect the stickers to put on the dedicated collector poster. Roadmap and poster available on request at the Tourist Office of Arès. Difficulty : easy

This walk allows you to discover one of the most important sites of Arès. Through this loop. You cross the dyked and forested part of the reserve. From February to October, the Tourist Office offers guided tours with a naturalist guide. To know the detailed program, consult the heading Agenda. Practical information: cycling and animals are strictly forbidden.

Go to the Prés Salés nature reserve and cross this space with its different landscapes (reservoirs, forest, salt meadow, dunes...). The footbridge that blends into the landscape allows you to cross the canal of the ponds and to access the part that the locals call the "desert". Practical information: bicycles and animals are strictly forbidden.

You will appreciate the Port Ostréicole of Arès and its string of blue, yellow and green oyster huts. Everyone in his own way spends a pleasant moment there. Gastronomes, you will enjoy yourself in one of the restaurants, installed on the port for the summer. If you prefer to taste oysters and other shellfish from the Bay of Arcachon, stop for a few moments in one of the huts that offer delicious seafood platters. The Balades à Roulettes® (BR®) are short, quiet walks, with a stroller or a small bicycle, or adapted for people with reduced mobility (in a wheelchair), proposed by the French Federation of Hiking of the Gironde.

Take your bicycle and go for a ride in the city. Through the different stages, the emblematic sites are revealed and tell you their history. On trails, on the Veldyssée or in the city, this tour is ideal to do with family, couple or friends. For your safety, please observe the traffic regulations.

To discover the city, with family and fun, Robin, the little adventurer, takes you from the Ares pier to the Oyster Port and helps you solve a series of puzzles. Concentrate hard and you'll find the right answers. To play this game, free of charge, push the doors of the Tourist Office and ask for the roadmap. Célia will also give you a poster on which you place the stickers collected throughout the Gironde.

Get ready to discover Arcachon Bay (known locally as the Bassin d’Arcachon), a lagune that opens out onto the ocean, making a sort of inland sea. Oyster farming, fishing and sailing are the bay’s main activities. In the centre lies ‘the Isle of Birds’ and its huts built on stilts.

Arès, a town on the Bassin d'Arcachon, is ideal for a relaxing break in the heart of nature. Nathalie welcomes you in a contemporary, quiet house with 4 double rooms and one single room with private shower room and toilet, heating, wifi, terrace or balcony and mini-fridge. The semi-covered swimming pool is heated from May to the end of October, so you can cool off in peace and quiet. Just off the Vélodyssée cycle path, you'll find easy access to Arès town center, the ocean beaches and Andernos-les-Bains. Breakfast is included in the price and is served in a friendly atmosphere. The establishment is entirely non-smoking. Parking in front of the house.

Conviviality, the ocean, cycling, water sports... ideas follow one another in the Arcachon Basin without any day being like another! We are located between Andernos and Cap-Ferret. At 1,5km from the Bassin and 7Km from the ocean, our campsite has a direct access to the 150 kilometers long cycle tracks, near the Vélodyssée and has the label "Accueil Vélo". During your stay at La Canadienne, you will taste seafood in one of the oyster farming villages, cross the Cap-Ferret to Arcachon by boat, passing by the bird island and the cabanes tchanquées, discover the majestic Dune du Pyla... On your return, you can relax in the heated swimming pool. In season, several animations are proposed to you in day and in evening. See you soon. Karine and Richard.

Stay in this pretty studio located in Arès on the Bassin d'Arcachon. The location is ideal, close to the town center, the market square and the Bassin du Arcachon beach, where a large number of events are held. The tastefully decorated studio is on the ground floor and quiet. It has a private terrace and enclosed parking for your car. Linen provided, pets accepted, various services available (baby-sitting, dog-sitter, deli tray...), adult bicycles available. Shared areas: swimming pool, outdoor lounge, kitchen and summer bar. 15? extra per night and per person for groups of 2 or more and up to 4 people.

"Douce Farniente" is a wooden house, located in a residential area, quiet and without opposite. Douce Farniente is ideal for a stopover near the Bassin d'Arcachon or to relax by the ocean, which is only 15 minutes away by car and less than 1 hour by bike. This cottage can accommodate 4 people. You have a nice wooden terrace of 20 m² and a private parking. Staying at Douce Farniente is the assurance of a quiet stay, with family or friends. Animals not accepted. Possible renting from 2 nights.

Le Grain de sable is a small hotel with character, ideally located for a getaway, a vacation in the Basin, or a business trip in the region. Ideally located in the immediate vicinity of the Cap Ferret peninsula, its beaches and incomparable landscapes ( 3 km )... The hotel is 450 m from the Bassin d'Arès beach. You'll be welcomed into this charming house of traditional Basco-Landaise architecture, with its 600m2 garden and beautifully landscaped swimming pool, where you can relax and enjoy a cocktail. All the hotel's rooms are spacious and fully renovated (rooms with terrace available). Private parking, WI-FI connection, Chromecast service, Canal Plus, bike storage. A delicious buffet breakfast and bar service are available. "Enjoy your stay on the Bassin and welcome to Arès! Patrizia and Alain.

In the heart of the village of Arès, we welcome you to a small, modern yet authentic campsite, just 300 meters from the town center. Close to the quiet beaches of the Bassin, you can read or relax. On foot, by bike or by boat, discover the charms of the Bassin and the Atlantic Ocean: spend a day on the Banc d?Arguin at the foot of the Dune du Pilat, admire the cabanes tchanquées and don?t miss the chance to taste oysters in one of the many oyster ports. Chalet, mobile home or pitch for tent or caravan: the choice is yours at camping Pasteur Vacances. The semi-shaded pitches are bordered by hedges for a natural feel. From the campsite, you can go hiking in the Saint-Brice nature reserve, the salt marshes...

Embark on a 2.5 hour walk in the heart of the most beautiful landscapes of the Bay of Arcachon With the tides, this wild universe, half land, half water reveals its secrets Criss-cross the 100 hectares of oyster beds, along the water, pass the tiny oyster farming hamlets of the Cap Ferret peninsula: Piquey, Le Canon, l'Herbe, la Vigne.. Between the sky and the sea, admire the Île aux Oiseaux and the Cabanes Tchanquées, emblematic silhouettes which today watch over a unique environment Finish your walk by the Arcachon seafront and its old villas, witnesses of the prestigious past of the resort The Tour de l'Île aux Oiseaux is today the essential circuit to discover the Bay of Arcachon. Our favourite: on certain days, a stopover to spend the day in Arcachon or Cap-Ferret is possible.

Located on the outskirts of Cap-Ferret, between Bassin d'Arcachon and the Atlantic ocean, Le Clos d'Ignac is a 42 sqyds Louisiana type house with terraces and a 3 sqyds enclosed garden. This residential street is in close vicinity to the forest. Parking space, cycling path only 1 yards. Ground floor : lounge (tv)/library, dining room/lounge, wc. Upper floor : 4 double rooms with balconies (3 queensize beds, 1 double bed), shower rooms, wc, 1 bedroom for 2 adults and 1 child (1 queensize bed, 1 single bed), bathroom, wc. Diners available on request. Picnic baskets available upon request. This guest-house is open from March till 12th of November

Les Goélands campsite is located in Arès, between two nature reserves: the Saint-Brice domain with its swimming pool 200 metres away and the Près Salés. Just next door, numerous cycling and walking paths open wide the doors of the Bassin d'Arcachon: after a moment of relaxation on the quiet beach of the Bassin at high tide, reach the tip of Cap Ferret via the oyster ports On a 10 hectare site in the pine and oak forest, Les Goélands campsite offers direct access to the lake of Saint-Brice and the beach. The 400 pitches - half-shade half-sun - are divided into 5 large "quarters" with bird names: Curlew, Terns, Teals, Cormorants, Barnacles. Some are reserved for tents and caravans. Partner ACSI.

In the village of Claouey, the campsite "Les Pastourelles" is located right on the beach. Nearby, you'll find the market, the nautical club, and the bike path to explore the peninsula. Some pitches are equipped with mobile homes and offer a 180° view of the Bassin, while other pitches are available under the pines in lodge tents. You can also come with your own tent, caravan, or motorhome. At the Cabane des Pastourelles, the reception staff will serve you your best holiday experiences on a platter. At the Cabane café, you can meet for coffee or a snack, with good products to sip and nibble on. The campsite has been awarded the "Vélodyssée" and "Accueil Vélo" labels.

Featuring high-definition digitization of the treasures of the greatest French and foreign institutions, the digital museum offers surprising and eclectic collections that are regularly renewed. This virtual gallery encourages curiosity, appeals to all audiences and is a genuine tool for artistic and cultural education. Discover and rediscover it on your own or with a guide! Come one, come all! For the general public.

Built between 1868 and 1878, this church contains many curiosities. Composed of hard stones from St-Savinien (Charente-Maritime), its bell tower faces east which is the point of sunrise on September 27th (St Vincent's day). By pushing the oak doors of this religious monument, you will discover the organs installed in 1973. Atypical elements, the clams are actually 2 tridacne shells (shells from the tropics). The stained glass windows were created by the master enameller Raymond Mirande (born in 1932 in Bordeaux). It is to him that we also owe the stained glass windows of the churches of Andernos-les-Bains and St-Emilion.

For reading enthusiasts, even on holiday, the media library team offers a selection of no less than 30,000 books which is constantly being enriched each year with more than 500 new titles for adults, teenagers and children A "special holiday" subscription is also available for your greater pleasure.

An orientation table at the end of the oyster port's west dock! This allows visitors to better orient themselves and appreciate the beauty of the Arcachon Basin, while discovering the surrounding tourist sites and communes. It's a great way to encourage exploration and learning about the local flora and fauna. The "Le coin des pitchouns" educational paving stone is a great idea for involving children and answering their questions on subjects such as oyster farming and navigation. An even more interactive and educational experience for the very young! If you get the chance to visit, don't hesitate to take advantage of this great facility and share your discoveries with family and friends!

The site of Quinconces remains one of the few "wild" places of the coast north Basin offering a magnificent panoramic view to discover The Pointe des Quinconces, protected and listed in the picturesque heritage of the Gironde, was the favorite walk of Sarah Bernhardt during his stay in Andernos-les-Bains. You can see the old fish tanks dug in 1840 by David Allègre, known for having built the first steam trawler in the world, "the Turbot", in Arès. Following the coastal path northwards, a wooden bridge allows you to cross the Cirès river to reach the beach of Saint-Brice in Arès.

On the edge of the Bay of Arcachon, Arès was built around its port, the most important of the Bay for centuries. There remains a beautiful 18th century pier, lined with its old cannons, now dedicated to pleasure boating. In the town, you will find the Arès tower, an old windmill and the Ovniport, always ready to welcome aliens. A few steps away, the castle of Arès, the church of Saint-Vincent de Paul illuminated by the magnificent stained glass windows of Raymond Mirande and old houses like the house Bardet. The old airy house of Arès, created by the Wallerstein foundation to welcome children threatened by tuberculosis, is the result of a collaboration between the medical profession and a Parisian architectural firm. The buildings of the airyrium represent the archetype of all medical establishments for children built in France between the two wars.

Enhancing urban space! This is the ambition of the Arès Street Art project. This artistic expression gives residents a new perception of their environment, enabling them to discover or rediscover their territory. Highlighting the flora and fauna of the Bay of Arcachon and sublimating... again and again, our Arès territory.

The station is a third-location stop designed for meeting and sharing. Cyclists, holidaymakers and local residents have access to a wide range of services: - self-help bike repair workshop - café and snack bar - workshops - exhibition A genuine place for popular education, time stands still.

A new observation tower rises near the oyster port on chemin des Lapins, offering an unparalleled panoramic view of the coastline. Designed as a genuine educational tool, it invites young and old alike to gain a better understanding of the local ecosystem. Between discovery, contemplation and awareness-raising, this belvedere becomes a privileged place to observe nature. An educational and immersive experience, at the heart of Arès' oyster-farming heritage. Free admission.

Located on the market square opposite the Tourist Office, this space offers you all the services you need: picnic tables, sanitary facilities and bicycle parking. Within the Tourist Office, labeled Accueil vélo, you have access to a water fountain, sanitary facilities, an inflation pump and all the information you need for your cycling holiday. On Tuesdays and Sundays, take advantage of the weekly market to stock up on quality produce.

To discover and savor Italian flavors, push open the doors of N'ata vota, in downtown Arès. Focacceria and Italian grocery store, the products are in the spotlight. The store offers a wide choice of foccacias and Italian takeaway dishes for lunch and dinner. Everything is homemade! Italian cheese and charcuterie platters to order. Delivery available. Home catering.

In the heart of downtown, The Little Cat team welcomes you to its large covered terrace. On the menu: homemade burgers, poke bowls, salads, chicken and meat to share. Enjoy your meal!

Crep'eat offers you an alternative to the eternal ham and butter. You will find complete, healthy and balanced menus, without forgetting the gourmets. Pancakes for everyone, while respecting the Breton tradition and emphasizing the quality of the products.

In Lège, at the edge of the town hall square, the restaurant le Chat Toqué proposes a traditional cuisine with a lunch formula but also a menu with fish, grilled meat or carpaccio. From the beautiful days, the service is also ensured on the terrace of the establishment.

Fumette is a 100% sustainable and local artisanal fish smoker based in Lège-Cap Ferret. Since 2020, Fumette has been smoking the fruits of local fishing and offering tastings on its terrace every summer. Planks of smoked fish and other home-made iodized suggestions (fresh trout rillettes, tarama, etc.) are enjoyed as aperitifs on the terrace, accompanied by a selection of natural wine and local beer.

On the road leading to the beaches of Grand Crohot in Lège, the Atelier des Pains offers cakes, pastries, breads, sandwiches, pizzas, salads, quiches, hot and cold drinks.

At the entrance of the oyster port in Claouey, the Crêperie du Port offers you to have your breakfast at the water's edge, the service starts at 9 am on the shaded terrace with a view on the basin. You will also be able to eat with buckwheat pancakes, hot or cold sandwiches, fish and chips, various salads. During the day you can nibble on sweet pancakes and homemade waffles. The must, we also serve home-made sorbets and ice creams from the Bassin Ô Sorbet d'Amour !

Point Break is both a restaurant and a bar/café with terrace, offering an affordable lunch menu featuring fresh produce and home cooking. In the evening, an aperitif with homemade tapas and a fine selection of draught beers and cocktails served generously. Themed evenings and match broadcasts are organized throughout the year to liven up the village!

Com.D.Roy proposes traditional and creative dishes with various flavors. Concerts are organised all summer.

Colette welcomes you to her trendy restaurant in the heart of Claouey, a stone's throw from the Bassin beach. The menu offers a wide choice of burgers with original recipes and top-quality fresh produce. Burgers are served on their own or with home fries.

Arès, a town on the Bassin d'Arcachon, is ideal for a relaxing break in the heart of nature. Nathalie welcomes you in a contemporary, quiet house with 4 double rooms and one single room with private shower room and toilet, heating, wifi, terrace or balcony and mini-fridge. The semi-covered swimming pool is heated from May to the end of October, so you can cool off in peace and quiet. Just off the Vélodyssée cycle path, you'll find easy access to Arès town center, the ocean beaches and Andernos-les-Bains. Breakfast is included in the price and is served in a friendly atmosphere. The establishment is entirely non-smoking. Parking in front of the house.

Welcome to Arès, a pretty town in the Bay of Arcachon, known for its Oyster Port, its protected natural areas and its famous Oyster Festival. Your holiday home is located in a quiet area close to the beaches of the Bay of Arcachon. By the bicycle path or on foot, you can easily access the town centre and its shops, the swimming plan of St Brice ideal for families. Cap Ferret, the Grand Crohot beach (surf spot), Bordeaux are also accessible by bus, car or bicycle. The house is equipped with a swimming pool (secured by an automated curtain) and a SPA to blow after a day of beaches. In the evening, you settle down on the 200 m² terrace for a moment with friends or family. 2 bicycles are at your disposal. Labelled FAMILY PLUS, it is the guarantee of services adapted for a successful family stay.

Your real holiday starts here, in Arès, located on the Bassin d'Arcachon. Arès is appreciated for its large preserved natural spaces, its convivial festivities such as the Oyster Festival. Bicycle paths are never far away and allow you to move safely to the beaches and villages around. You will stay in a 120 m² house, composed of 4 bedrooms and able to accommodate 9 people. The house offers you a living room and kitchen area The heated swimming pool and the jaccuzi without opposite offer you a pleasant moment of relaxation. You are in a quiet area, close to the cycle track and shops. Umbrella bed, high chair, baby bath and games are at your disposal.

Whether you're staying with friends or family, this charming house is located on a housing estate, with a fully enclosed garden (800 m² plot). Children (and pets) can play safely in the garden. In this restful home, you'll find all the comforts you need for a pleasant vacation: 2 bedrooms with double beds, a bright living room and a mezzanine (with an extra 160cm bed). You're close to the town center, cycle paths, beach, port, nature reserves and 15 minutes from the ocean. The Dune du Pilat and the city of Bordeaux are less than 1 hour away. I'm passionate about the area and know it fairly well, so I'll be delighted to welcome you and give you all the addresses and tips you need, according to your tastes and desires. Optional: cleaning and linen hire. Philippe

Conviviality, the ocean, cycling, water sports... ideas follow one another in the Arcachon Basin without any day being like another! We are located between Andernos and Cap-Ferret. At 1,5km from the Bassin and 7Km from the ocean, our campsite has a direct access to the 150 kilometers long cycle tracks, near the Vélodyssée and has the label "Accueil Vélo". During your stay at La Canadienne, you will taste seafood in one of the oyster farming villages, cross the Cap-Ferret to Arcachon by boat, passing by the bird island and the cabanes tchanquées, discover the majestic Dune du Pyla... On your return, you can relax in the heated swimming pool. In season, several animations are proposed to you in day and in evening. See you soon. Karine and Richard.

Stay in this pretty studio located in Arès on the Bassin d'Arcachon. The location is ideal, close to the town center, the market square and the Bassin du Arcachon beach, where a large number of events are held. The tastefully decorated studio is on the ground floor and quiet. It has a private terrace and enclosed parking for your car. Linen provided, pets accepted, various services available (baby-sitting, dog-sitter, deli tray...), adult bicycles available. Shared areas: swimming pool, outdoor lounge, kitchen and summer bar. 15? extra per night and per person for groups of 2 or more and up to 4 people.

"Douce Farniente" is a wooden house, located in a residential area, quiet and without opposite. Douce Farniente is ideal for a stopover near the Bassin d'Arcachon or to relax by the ocean, which is only 15 minutes away by car and less than 1 hour by bike. This cottage can accommodate 4 people. You have a nice wooden terrace of 20 m² and a private parking. Staying at Douce Farniente is the assurance of a quiet stay, with family or friends. Animals not accepted. Possible renting from 2 nights.

Le Grain de sable is a small hotel with character, ideally located for a getaway, a vacation in the Basin, or a business trip in the region. Ideally located in the immediate vicinity of the Cap Ferret peninsula, its beaches and incomparable landscapes ( 3 km )... The hotel is 450 m from the Bassin d'Arès beach. You'll be welcomed into this charming house of traditional Basco-Landaise architecture, with its 600m2 garden and beautifully landscaped swimming pool, where you can relax and enjoy a cocktail. All the hotel's rooms are spacious and fully renovated (rooms with terrace available). Private parking, WI-FI connection, Chromecast service, Canal Plus, bike storage. A delicious buffet breakfast and bar service are available. "Enjoy your stay on the Bassin and welcome to Arès! Patrizia and Alain.

In the heart of the village of Arès, we welcome you to a small, modern yet authentic campsite, just 300 meters from the town center. Close to the quiet beaches of the Bassin, you can read or relax. On foot, by bike or by boat, discover the charms of the Bassin and the Atlantic Ocean: spend a day on the Banc d?Arguin at the foot of the Dune du Pilat, admire the cabanes tchanquées and don?t miss the chance to taste oysters in one of the many oyster ports. Chalet, mobile home or pitch for tent or caravan: the choice is yours at camping Pasteur Vacances. The semi-shaded pitches are bordered by hedges for a natural feel. From the campsite, you can go hiking in the Saint-Brice nature reserve, the salt marshes...

Arès, authentic by nature. For a couple, this gite lends itself particularly well to relaxing, peaceful vacations. You'll be staying in a 57m² detached house comprising a living room, a bedroom with a double bed (140cm), a kitchenette, a pantry with all the necessary appliances. Shower room and separate WC. The large veranda features a masonry barbecue. Very quiet area, close to cycle paths and shops. Car parking in the courtyard. Bicycles available.