Are you going on vacation to Gironde? Take advantage of your stay in the southwest of France to explore all the beaches of Médoc. Le Vieux Moulin is your guide to advise you on the most beautiful places to enjoy a swim and build sandcastles with the children.
Beaches of Soulac-sur-Mer
Located at the northern end of the Médoc peninsula, Soulac-sur-Mer is a charming seaside resort that welcomes visitors with its fine sandy beaches and Atlantic waves. Its main beach, the central beach, supervised in season, is ideal for swimming and water activities. It is bordered by a promenade with shops and restaurants. It is also a popular spot for surfers. Soulac-sur-Mer has other swimming spots to discover during your stay: Olives beach, Naïades beach and Amélie beach.
Beaches of Vendays-Montalivet
Renowned for its daily market in summer, Vendays-Montalivet also offers a long sandy beach that stretches for kilometers. Go to the seaside resort of Montalivet-les-Bains to enjoy the wild beaches of the Médoc: Pin Sec beach and the northern beach of Gurp. The Landes forest surrounds the region, offering trails for walks in the shade of pine trees.
Hourtin Beach
Located in the heart of Gironde, the town of Hourtin has a unique beach located in its seaside resort belonging to Lacanau and Carcans. Its vast expanse of fresh water allows each family to enjoy an afternoon at the beach in a green and idyllic setting. Water activities can also be practiced on the lake such as canoeing or paddle boarding. Enough to spend an unforgettable week of vacation in the Médoc.
Carcans beaches
Just south of Hourtin and its lake, Carcans offers ocean and lake beaches. Carcans Océan beach is popular with surfers and young people thanks to its waves and relaxed atmosphere. Carcans Maubuisson, on the edge of the lake, is an ideal place for those looking for calm waters for swimming or practicing water sports in complete safety. Rather sea water or fresh water, it’s up to you to choose what you prefer for your outing on the beaches of Médoc.
Lacanau beaches
One of the most famous surf spots on the Atlantic coast, Lacanau attracts surfers from all over the world every year, particularly during the Lacanau Pro, an important stop on the professional surfing circuit. The central beach is lively and lined with shops, restaurants and bars. The north and south beaches offer a little more tranquility and are surrounded by dunes and forests. Choose the atmosphere that you like best for your holidays in Gironde in order to go to the Médoc beaches that best suit your desires.
Porge beaches
Le Porge is a hidden treasure and one of the most beautiful beaches in the Médoc. Its beach is a long ribbon of golden sand, relatively untouched by mass tourism. It is an ideal place for those seeking tranquility. The beach is also lined with dunes and surrounded by a dense pine forest, offering a wild and natural atmosphere. In addition, numerous cycle paths surround the beach, allowing holidaymakers to get around by bike during their stay in the south-west of France.
Beaches of Lège Cap Ferret
Located at the end of the peninsula, Lège Cap Ferret offers a double seaside experience. On one side, the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean with their powerful waves and on the other, the calm beaches of the Arcachon basin, where you can admire the Pilat dune. Cap Ferret is also famous for its oyster villages, its pine trees and its chic and relaxed atmosphere.
These Médoc beaches offer a variety of experiences to suit all tastes, whether for surfing enthusiasts, families or those simply looking to relax by the water. And to relax after a day at the beach, our campsite Le Vieux Moulin welcomes you to its domain. Our campsite in Gironde offers you the rental of a mobile home or a pitch near the region’s tourist attractions such as the Arcachon Bay or the Médoc beaches. Ready to live a dream vacation? Book your accommodation now in one of the best campsites in the south-west of France.
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