Arkashon Belongs to the elite resorts of France. Beach recreation lovers and wishing to accept wellness mineral procedures, such as thalassotherapy and balneology.
With its prosperity, the resort is owned here to the healing mineral source of Sainte-Anne des Abatilles. The life of the source is used both for drinking and for various procedures.
But here, undoubtedly, there is nothing to take yourself in the interruption of care for your health.
At one time, Arkashon was considered an exclusively summer holiday destination. But the time and not only the French and the British passed, but also numerous tourists from all countries began to come here at any season. Stroll around the city and see the villas in the "seasons" quarter. The names of the villas helped the city to get the nickname "Arkashon - the city of four seasons".
It is worth paying attention to the beautiful Chateau Degugan. In which today is a gambling house.
However, visit the Ocean National Park. Wide in the chapels of the sailors, and take a look at the surroundings from Belvedere Saint Cecilia.
Go to Moorish Park which is located near the bay. This is a magical in its beauty, a man-made forest, where you will see absolutely different in nature and the place of growing trees. The amazing neighborhood of palm trees, cedar and sequel. In the center of the park there is a rosary with a richest collection of roses. On the way you will admire waterfalls and decorative ponds. At the same time, you can play bowling in the fresh air, and your children will be able to entertain and have fun at playgrounds. In 1879, the park today is a great place to relax and walk.
Mandatory tourist walk in Quarter Muio, inspection of the Cathedral of Notre Dame de Passe.
Do not miss Chapel of the Holy Virgin Arcachon , look at the Observatory of Saint Cecilia, Zoological Park and ornithology Park, Park - Maze, will give pleasure to the defer.
In the Gulf Arkashon spend magnificent sailing regatta. White sails on the background of azure water, exciting and romantic sight. Relax on the beach lawn Pereir, capturing a picnic basket with you. Admire the sculptures of Claude Bruzo.
Then be sure to go to the sand dune dun and Arcachon Bay.
Dune Pila It is the largest European natural dune. Every year the dune increases, if in 1855 height accounted for 35 meters, then today it has grown to 130.
Before the middle of the dune, you can climb the stairs, and then go to the sand. From above you are awaiting an amazing panoramic view of the landscape plain, Arcachon Bay and Cape Ferre.
Arcachon Bay - A kind of sea surrounded by the purest sandy beaches. All this magnificence created by nature, an integral part of the attractiveness of Aquitaine.
Arcashon is located numerous oyster farms to organize gastronomic tours with tastings.
The resort Arcachon is famous for its own opportunities for sea sports, water parks and amusement parks.