Camping Les Pres Verts: Explore Gastes, Landes Outdoors

The cycle track that links Gastes to Sainte Eulalie en Born is winding. It runs along the pine trees and the landscape slowly changes. The tall pines have given way to a different vegetation, where ferns and coppices reign supreme.

Cycle track that links Parentis en Born to Gastes, a large part of the track runs along a busy road. Little shade.

From Parentis en Born, the cycle path offers a very smooth ride on the old straight railway line, in the middle of the forest and allows you to reach Ychoux

Time: 2h30 Pedestrian, Mountain bike Road signs: Green signs, White markings Difficulty: * (easy) Distance: 10.7 kms Map IGN 1339 and TOP 25 Directions From D7, with City Hall behind you (J 13 on map,) take Jules Ferry Street which is perpendicular to City Hall, head East, at the first roundabout turn right until the second roundabout named “de la Bascule”. Just before, on your left and after the stadium, you will find the path bike. Proceed straight on the bike path. Cross the road following the bike path. Head alongside the bike path for 100 meters until the seaplane roundabout, take a right the Chemin d’Arbage at Pastebuch1. Arriving at the first house, turn left at the Pilon way, continue straight to 2 Caillaou Street. Take the Biganon Street and just before the barn, turn left, then direct yourself towards the marshland. At 3, when you see the gate, continue straight to the lake (watch out for cattle, cows, horses, donkeys). Admire the view of the lake and make a 180° turn to reach the circuit at 3. Turn left and continue along the fence until landmark 4. Return to Latecoere 5, direct yourself towards the nautical center. Take a break and admire the view of the lake, the hunter’s huts, sailboats sailing school... Follow the lake shore along the green spaces, then go on the beach and proceed straight on the canal passing by the two footbridges until 6. Turn right and following the Lily pond, then continue straight. Return to your point of departure. You will find your point of departure following the Montbron center, then the bell tower The numbers 1 through 6 are markers on the path map

Very varied route in the districts Capagut - Jacques - Le Micq and the shore of the lake of Biscarrosse / Parentis. Nice viewpoints at the mouth of the craste. Many sections in undergrowth. Passage along the marshes and the animals of the ACGELB (association for the management of the waters and lakes of the Born): horses, donkeys, cows ...

Time: 3h Pedestrian, Mountain bike Road signs: Green signs, White markings Difficulty: *( Easy) Distance: 11 kms Map IGN 1339 and TOP 25 Directions From D7, with City Hall behind you (J 13 on map,) take Jules Ferry Street which is perpendicular to City Hall, head East, at the roundabout go straight. Direct yourself towards the municipal pool, 1 Muletiers Street and make a left at Megnicat Alley. Continue onto Rameaux Alley and continue on the path through under the trees, take camping des Petits Ecureuils 2 direction. Turn right and continue on path until you reach Moulin du Nord 3. Proceed straight on the road until you reach the “En Hill 4” neighborhood, cross bridge that crosses the ditch bearing the same name. Continue down the road towards the Arnaudin neighborhood, and cross the neighborhood. Behind the barn continue straight towards the South using the path until you reach intercommunal bike path “ # 17 marked on 2,5 km. Turn right and stay on bike path until Forestiere Street 6, take the path in front of you that passes under the electric lines. When you reach the houses, take Massenet street, turn left onto Gravieres Alley and right continuing onto Muletiers Street and return to your point of departure using Jules Ferry Street. The numbers 1 through 6 are markers on the path map

This walking tour starting from the town of Biscarrosse will take you to the place called Moulin du Nord, to cross then several districts of the city: the district in Hill, the district Arnaudin. The forest of Biscarrosse is also part of your itinerary.

Bicycle path along the main road 652.

You set off from Pontenx-les-Forges, a charming village of garluche (rust-colored stone) buildings. You head for Lüe, a small village with a rich historical heritage. You then head through the forest along the old railroad line to the village of Labouheyre. As you enter Labouheyre, you pass the Maison de la Photographie des Landes, the birthplace of Felix Arnaudin. Leaving Labouheyre, the voie verte runs deep into the forest. You arrive at Commensacq. The voie verte returns to the heart of the Landes forest until you reach the Eiffel bridge. A few kilometers further on, you arrive at the Ecomusée de Marquèze train station before reaching the town of Sabres. There are no technical difficulties to report. This route, built on the right-of-way of an old railroad line, has a very slight gradient. The route is ideal for families.

Time: 2h45 Pedestrian, Mountain bike Road signs: Green signs, White markings Difficulty: ** (medium) Distance: 11 kms Map IGN 1339 and TOP 25 Directions: Depart from the parking lot at Navarrosse harbour D5 (located on the map at J7/8,) the hiking trail sign is located in front of the municipal marina. Depart from the end of the camper parking lot, follow the fence of the Lou Galip 1 camp site. Turn left at the angle of the fence, follow the path until you reach the Roseaux path and proceed to the intersection of the Mayotte 2 path. Turn right and follow the road D 333 for 25 meters, then enter trail on your left and stay on trail for 200 meters. Turn left 3 into wooded area and head towards Frézat. Cross the road 4 and continue on the Frézat path (DFCI 221) until you search the new ditch, cross over the ditch and continue straight. Cross over the commune’s ditch continue until ditch 5, turn left and proceed to the lake. Adjacent to the hunter’s hut , admire the vegetation along the waterfront. The point of view of the marshlands is superb, as well as the reeds (Biscarrosse lake / Cazaux / Sanguinet.) Make a 180° turn and take the first path on your right. Follow the path along the lake for 1,25 km until the new ditch 6. Turn right before the ditch and proceed to the lake (magnificent view of the lake.) Make a 180° turn at the little bridge, take the path on the right alongside the marsh and lake, after having crossed the ditch. Pass between the Mayotte camp site and the camp site harbour and proceed straight until Navarrosse D5 marina. The numbers 1 through 6 are markers on the trail map

In the midst of the Landes forest, in the town of Gastes and a stone’s throw from Parentis/Biscarrosse Lake, the Les Echasses campground accommodates you all year round. A haven of peace in a quiet setting away from traffic, ideal for families, couples, and campers looking for relaxation and nature. Enjoy fully equipped mobile homes located close to bike paths and the Way of Saint James.

A beautiful, recently renovated, light-filled, quiet detached house on the edge of the forest, and just 5 minutes’ walk from the Lake.

Ideally located in Gastes, between Arcachon Bay and the Basque Country, the La Réserve campground is an ideal port of entry to discover the charms of Southwestern France. Situated on the shores of Biscarrosse-Parentis lake, La Réserve is a place to enjoy a mobile home holiday a few kilometres from the ocean beaches. Surrounded by pine trees with direct access to the lake’s sandy beach, you will also enjoy its heated swimming pool and bubble bath, as well as the 3 outside pools with waterslides.

Between Biscarrosse-Parentis lake and the town centre, a few kilometres from the ocean beaches, in a quiet, family-friendly atmosphere, the Arbre d’Or campground offers a comfortable spot to stay.

Discover a unique and original place in a former presbytery ideally located in the heart of the village of Parentis-en-Born! Here, stones, wood and exposed beams are mixed together... with a refined decoration, where you look at each element, each detail has been made with choice. Our wish was to put forward the craft industry, the "Man who makes", the movement of the life.. And by this, in the old building of the presbytery "the Man who thinks"; we wished to preserve the history of the place with a shifted decoration and in the rooms a link with the ark of Noah... the place of the human beings, of the animals on our report with the ground, our report with nature. Our hotel is a kind of hymn to nature, a place that invites you to disconnect, to escape, to take time for yourself. Give yourself time while keeping your eyes open to the world.

Charming little house, rated 3*. Quiet location, 15 min walk from town center, 10 min walk from Lac de Latécoère, tastefully decorated, with living room, dining room, open kitchen, dishwasher, microwave, American fridge. 2 bedrooms with storage space and new bedding: one with a double bed and the other with 2 single beds (linen not provided). Separate toilet. Swimming pool, enclosed garden with trees 800 m2, overlooking the forest.

Villa 6 people, 2 bedrooms, 2 double beds, 2 single beds, 1 convertible, heating, bath, washing machine, microwave, TV, parking, garden, garage, animals admitted.

Nice, peaceful apartment. On the ground floor, living area with equipped kitchen, cellar, bedroom with 2 twin beds, and shower room with toilet. Upstairs is a second bedroom with a double bed and shower room with toilet and a large balcony. Bask in the sun on the patio, which features garden furniture and a living fence. Comfortable and conveniently located for exploring Biscarrosse and its surroundings. Located 9 km from the beach, 5 km from the lake, and 200 m from the town centre.

Set between the lakes, ocean and pine trees. Quiet, modern rooms (canal+, satellite TV). Half board possible on request. Children's garden. Holiday vouchers accepted. Bedrooms, based on a 2 people occupancy, are furnished with a double bed or two single beds, with full bathrooms equipped with a shower or a bath tub and toilets. Minibar enclosed. Free WiFi internet access.

Silver Coaching has a dual mission 1- To accompany you in your personal and professional life changes, such as retraining, a move (to Biscarrosse?) and to remove the obstacles to these changes, such as your fears, your obstacles following a life accident (burnout, divorce, redundancy, illness, etc?) to become the best version of yourself: what better than your summer break to work on these elements with a view to living your dreams, your ideal life and preparing your project for the new year? Let us guide you towards your goals! 2- Help you to write THE book of YOUR life, the one that will leave behind that indelible trace that will allow you to reach eternity and pass on to your children and grandchildren this memorial heritage of your existence here on earth.

In the midst of the Landes forest and 10 minutes from the ocean beaches, the large lake of Parentis en Born and Biscarrosse accommodates you all year. Looking for nature? Gastes is a great place to go on a hike through the forest or walk along the lake. The harbour beach has a swimming area with a lifeguard on duty in July and August from 1.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m.

This Medieval church is devoted to Saint Quiteria, as is the town’s miraculous fountain. Saint Quiteria is a local saint. The church named after her features a nave and a courtyard without a bell. Next to the altar lie two seventeenth-century wooden statues, one of Saint Quiteria and the other of Virgin Mary.

Situated 200m from the town hall, the fountain dedicated to Saint Quitterie is renowned for its healing properties against mental illness. According to legend, Saint Quitterie, a convert to Christianity and dedicated to chastity, was beheaded by Germain, whom she refused to marry. The place where her head fell gave rise to a fountain. Many healing fountains in the Landes region are dedicated to this saint, and this one is made of cement, topped by a cross. You'll also discover the Terra Aventura treasure hunt ?la folle quête de Sainte Quitterie?: a stroll through the forest and lake in search of forgotten tales and legends...

The wash house is located between Avenue du Lanot and Avenue du Born next to the Sainte Quitterie fountain. It is on the side of the road and has a concrete screed with sloping edges so that the laundry can be cleaned. At the end, you can see the lock that regulates the water of the river flowing towards the fountain. A wooden frame protects the whole from bad weather.

Sainte-Eulalie en Born is a small village located at the southern tip of Biscarrosse-Parentis en Born lake, 13 km from the ocean beaches. In the midst of the Landes de Gascogne forest, with its lake beach and marshlands, Sainte-Eulalie enjoys a privileged, preserved natural setting. Activities allowed on the lake: boating, windsurfing, water-skiing, beach volleyball. The lake beach has a swimming area with a lifeguard on duty in July and August from 1.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m.

There is a lifeguard on duty at the lake beach from 1st July to 31 August, 11.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m. There is a rescue station on the beach. Family-friendly beach with picnic tables and playground nearby.

The municipal library provides users with documentation and fiction books, novels and comics, and CDs. It participates in the cultural life of the town by proposing various free activities open to all: exhibitions, writers' visits, shows... The Media Library website The reading on the spot is free. The registration is individual and the unique price is 8 €. The loan of books is free for minors, people from Parentiss over 65 years old, students (under 26 years old) and job seekers on presentation of a recent document. Internet access is free and reserved for subscribers. A new software allows the library's catalog to be put online and consulted at any time. Subscribers can check their current loans and make reservations.

Artisanal biscuit factory. Sweet biscuit with fleur de sel. Home-made jams without preservatives, without gelling agent.

Parish church, cultural heritage, town property. Built in the fifteenth century and remodelled in 1905 by architect Henri Depruneaux, followed by architect Trégan and Arcachon entrepreneur Jacques Plantey.

Shaded terrace across from the lake, accessible by boat from the lake or by bike paths. Free car park 100 m away. Quiet, tree-lined location, wooden furniture in keeping with the natural setting.

The captain and crew would like to welcome you to our new restaurant located opposite the control tower... The restaurant has a view of the runway and is now open for all. Whether you opt for the suggestions, the daily special, the set menu, or a regional dish, all our dishes are prepared on site in the traditional way. Here is also the place to come if you want to enjoy a tasty and balanced lunch in under 30 minutes! So if you have a layover and fancy a bite to eat, whether inside or out on the terrace, Céline and Sophie will welcome you all year round.

La Gang opens its doors in Biscarrosse with a TapRoom unique in France. Located in the heart of the brewery, the bar is right in the middle of the vats. The 250m² indoor space and the 1000m² outdoor area, equipped with a pergola, tables and two petanque courts, offer an exceptional setting. A unique place to showcase craft beer in a friendly, authentic atmosphere. La Gang offers tours on request for groups and companies. Go behind the scenes of our brewery, learn more about the brewing process and taste our craft beers straight from the source.

Restaurant open year-round. Located in the city centre.

A small, popular and authentic inn with white façade and red shutters - simple and unpretentious save the opportunity to indulge yourself. Recommended by the GeoGuide, the "Routard guide", and "l'Internaute". Small traditional restaurant since 1943. Lunchtime, 11 € from Monday to Saturday: soup, appetizer, entree and dessert. Menus 19 € 50 € and 26 as well as the menu. Typically a small restaurant family.

Tex-Mex restaurant with a friendly atmosphere and warm décor. Concerts, cocktail bar, wine bar.

Situated close to the lakes and the ocean, come and discover all the flavours of Southern Italy in a characterful, lively setting. Our speciality dishes are served in our two dining rooms or on the patio. This entirely renovated two star hotel will stay with you as warm and pleasant memory.

Welcome to our place of sharing, where local and seasonal cuisine takes pride of place. In a warm and friendly atmosphere, share authentic moments over tasty dishes. Our philosophy? To toast to life, chill out with friends and nibble on delicious dishes. Come and discover our varied menu, featuring local produce and traditional recipes revisited with passion. With us, every meal is an invitation to share and enjoy.

In a brick-lined, Italian-style dining room, come try our wood-oven pizzas and fresh pasta made entirely from scratch. You can find a spot inside in a Gallo-Roman décor, on the outdoor patio with a small waterfall, or on the large outdoor terrace.

Family camping, quiet and peaceful, located in a nice village 20km from the beaches. Easy access to the lake, marina, bathing area without depth, in freshwater. Ideal space for families, with a tree-filled framework. Various activities: fishing, heated pool, paddling pool, free hot tub, recreational areas in the camping and on the beach, bicycle rental, barbecue areas, grocery, press, WiFi. Arrivals and departures possible on weekdays. Rental full equipped, at night, weekend, week.

Pleasant house, awarded 3 stars by the French Tourist Authority. Spacious living and dining room, open kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 WC. Large covered terrace and free sun terrace, garden furniture and barbecue. Enclosed garden with old trees, quiet, very relaxing. Parking. Ideal for 1 or 2 families with children. No pets. Non smoking home. Located in a quiet side street of a residential area, open view, not overlooked. Lake with sandy beach and children playground in about 200 m distance, Atlantic beach 16 km. Gastes is a small, quiet village on lake Parentis/Biscarrosse. Mild tourism. Bar and restaurant on the lake shore, shopping around the corner. Weakly market, grocery store, bike rental, tennis courts, sailing and windsurfing school, small boat harbor, water sports and fishing on site. Very good network of cycle paths and hiking trails in the pine forests.

Our house, built in 1930, is located in the village of Gastes, a five-minute walk from Biscarrosse lake and its sandy beach. The Estanquet guest house is close to the ocean and its beautiful waves. Nature is everywhere here. Come enjoy our garden or terrace to relax or enjoy breakfast.

Natural, shaded motorhome site on the shores of the lake and harbour. The bike path to Biscarrosse passes alongside the motorhome site. The village may be reached via a flower-lined path. There is a market on the lakeshore near the motorhome site every Tuesday from May to October. Wi-fi. Fee charged year-round.

At 1 km from the lake of Parentis-Biscarrosse and 20 minutes from the ocean, come to Gastes, a peaceful place for your family holidays. The barn of the fields offers a fitted kitchen open on living room-living room, shower room, and upstairs 3 bedrooms (2 beds 140, 2 beds 90), wc. Washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, television, wifi. Terrace with garden furniture, barbecue. Sheets and household linen provided. Baby equipment on request. On owner's land, with private part not delimited. Lake road in front of the gite. Attached barn.

At 20 minutes from the beaches, 1 km from the lake of Parentis and Biscarrosse, a heated swimming pool added to a spa and a sauna and a playground for the little ones, everything is gathered for a relaxing stay. Gîte studio, offering kitchenette-living room, sleeping area (separated by curtain), shower room. Dishwasher, Washing machine + Dryer in common, television, wifi, Microwave. Private terrace, garden furniture, Barbecue. Shared laundry room. Other rentals and owners on the site. Shared forest environment. Spa and swimming pool of 9mX4.25m open from June to September (depending on the weather). Boules court, table football, billiards, outdoor ping-pong table. Common enclosed grounds. Bicycle hire.

We welcome you in Gastes, a small Landes village on the Côte d'Argent, located only 20km from the beaches of Mimizan and Biscarrosse. Our lodging profits from an ideal localization with the lake at only 600m which offers many activities to you: bathe supervised in estival period, hiring of paddles, pedal boats and small boats, cycle track, plays for children, restaurants. You will appreciate the wild charm of the place, away from the hustle and bustle of the lively seaside resorts, while enjoying the proximity of the ocean. An address not to be missed on the coast for top comfort vacations with family or friends.

In the midst of the Landes forest, in the town of Gastes and a stone’s throw from Parentis/Biscarrosse Lake, the Les Echasses campground accommodates you all year round. A haven of peace in a quiet setting away from traffic, ideal for families, couples, and campers looking for relaxation and nature. Enjoy fully equipped mobile homes located close to bike paths and the Way of Saint James.

A beautiful, recently renovated, light-filled, quiet detached house on the edge of the forest, and just 5 minutes’ walk from the Lake.