{"id":44741,"date":"2022-02-15T13:02:56","date_gmt":"2022-02-15T12:02:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/?p=44741"},"modified":"2022-04-21T12:00:56","modified_gmt":"2022-04-21T10:00:56","slug":"lacanau-secret-beach-town-france","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2022\/02\/lacanau-secret-beach-town-france\/","title":{"rendered":"Lacanau: a not-so-secret beach town in France"},"content":{"rendered":"

France<\/strong> receives more tourists than anyone, hitting almost 90 million visitors per year prior to Covid. However, when you think of France, you think of Parisian food, architecture, and museums. What most of us don\u2019t think of is Lacanau<\/strong>, an Atlantic coast surfing destination<\/strong> with golden sand, sunshine, and a festive summer atmosphere.<\/p>\n

This isn\u2019t to dissuade from culturally exploring France\u2019s core assets, but it\u2019s worth pointing out that France has even more to offer than just this. It\u2019s not necessarily a secret, though, given that the surfers have known about Lacanau for a long time.<\/p>\n

Location and weather<\/h2>\n
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Photo by Quentin Menini, via unsplash<\/div><\/div>\n

Lacanau is around 45km west of Bordeaux<\/strong>, situated on the coast. It is possible to get the bus from Bordeaux to Lacanau<\/a>, which is probably the most convenient way to get there. There are four direct buses per day on this route, and it shouldn\u2019t cost more than around \u20ac6 each way.<\/p>\n

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Bordeaux, photo via Canva PRO<\/div><\/div>\n

Lacanau is closer to the south of France than the north, meaning it\u2019s much warmer than places like Normandy<\/strong>. Being situated on the west coast, there is a fair amount of wind, but this only presents endless watersports activity opportunities of course.<\/p>\n

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Bordeaux countriside, photo by Esperanza33, via Getty Images, Canva PRO<\/div><\/div>\n

The bus route shouldn\u2019t be seen as only one-way only, either. Seeing as it only takes a little over an hour, this bus is ideal for spending the day in Bordeaux, which is home to many incredible vineyards<\/strong>, gothic architecture, and art museums. So, cultural day trips are on the table in between the sun-lounging, laid-back days in Lacanau.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for sun, anytime between June and September is hot, with July and August being the peak – receiving around 10 hours of sunlight a day at around 21.2\u00b0C.<\/p>\n

Things to do<\/h2>\n
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Dune du Pyla, photo by David Crespo, via Getty Images, Canva PRO<\/div><\/div>\n

Around an hour south of Lacanau is the Dune du Pyla<\/strong> (Dune of Pilat). This natural feature has some incredible dunes running alongside the shore, with peak heights of over 110 meters – well over the size of a football pitch. Of course, it\u2019s not just the dune itself that\u2019s worth seeing, but the view from the top. Positioned right next to it is Arcachon, a seaside resort town known for its oyster harvesting.<\/p>\n

Lacanau is also a short journey from the Parc naturel r\u00e9gional des Landes de Gascogne<\/strong><\/a>, an ecological park that has many great hiking trails – one of many that France offers<\/a>. You can also find a bird sanctuary and ecomuseum, with regular eco-related festivals nearby too.<\/p>\n

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Within Lacanau, there is a lot to do too. Beyond the stunning sunsets, serene lake and surrounding forestry, you can partake in some beach activity. From badminton and volleyball to surfing and renting a catamaran. There are also some spots close by to grab dinner, a coffee, and sleep overnight in a beachfront hotel. There\u2019s also a vast skatepark nearby along with many parks, gardens, and a golf course. If you\u2019re not up for a hotel, there\u2019s an opportunity to camp in the Camping Yelloh! Village Les Grands Pins.<\/p>\n

Ultimately, Lacanau offers something unique – it feels secluded and far away from any main French city, whilst retaining the benefit of being close enough for day trips. Of course, overtourism<\/a> is a huge issue, and the good thing about Lacanau is that it feels like it\u2019s never overrun.<\/p>\n

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