The Atlantic beaches of New Aquitaine extend along the coast, featuring natural spaces for water sports, swimming, and leisure. These beaches alternate between fine sand, pine forests, and dunes, with varied activities at each location. Multiple swimming areas include seasonal lifeguard services and basic facilities such as showers and parking.
Lège-Cap-Ferret, France
Sandy beach stretching over 6 kilometers between pine forest and ocean, with designated areas for swimming and water sports practices.
Lacanau, France
Sandy beach with consistent waves for surfing throughout the year. The resort offers restaurants and bars near the beach open during summer season.
Biscarrosse, France
Located on the shore of Biscarrosse lake, this beach has designated swimming areas, a gradual slope into water, and lifeguards during summer months.
La Teste-de-Buch, France
Sandy beach located at the base of Europe's tallest sand dune. Natural site with direct access from the parking area through stairs and wooden walkway.
Hourtin, France
This 12-kilometer beach has consistent waves for surfing throughout the year. The beach includes fixed lifeguard stations and parking areas between the dunes.
Lège-Cap-Ferret, France
This 6-kilometer beach contains white sand and receives strong waves from the Atlantic. Access requires walking through a marked path in the forest.
Le Porge, France
This naturist beach extends over 2 kilometers and contains designated areas for swimming. The location includes basic facilities and a direct forest path.
Pyla-sur-Mer, France
This beach spans 1 kilometer between the ocean and a small lake. The area permits naturist activities and contains marked zones for swimming.
Ciboure, France
Sandy beach with showers, restrooms and a children's playground. Beach monitoring during summer. Waterfront restaurants and parking spaces available.
Hossegor, France
Natural beach with strong waves attracts surfers year-round. Sandy stretches between pine forests. Limited facilities and seasonal lifeguard service.
Seignosse, France
Beach with sand dunes and pine forest surroundings. Swimming area with seasonal lifeguards. Basic amenities include showers and parking.
Capbreton, France
Wide sandy beach near a residential area. Protected by dunes with wooden walkways. Includes parking, showers, and seasonal lifeguard service.
Mimizan, France
Beach with a lifeguard station and equipped with showers. The area offers numerous food stands and rental services during summer months.
Mimizan, France
Sandy beach near the town center with public restrooms, showers, and a first aid station. Food kiosks and surf schools operate in season.
Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains, France
Beach bordered by sand dunes, featuring a walking path. The area includes basic facilities and offers surfing opportunities throughout the year.
Hendaye, France
Long sandy beach with gentle waves and shallow water. The beach provides amenities including showers, restrooms and seasonal lifeguard service.
Hendaye, France
Three kilometers of sandy beach between the ocean and mountains. The beach has lifeguards, showers, restrooms and wheelchair access ramps.
Messanges, France
Sandy beach extends for several kilometers along pine forests. Swimming is supervised during summer months from 11:00 to 19:00.
Tarnos, France
Sandy beach near the metro station. Features a surf school, beach volleyball courts and restaurants within walking distance.
Île d'Oléron, France
South-facing beach protected by sand dunes and maritime pines. The water temperature averages 20°C during summer season.
Châtelaillon-Plage, France
Sandy beach stretching 3 kilometers along the Atlantic coast, offering swimming areas with lifeguards, beach clubs and water sports facilities.
Île d'Oléron, France
Wide beach on the west coast of Oléron island with consistent waves, making it suitable for surfing, bodyboarding and kitesurfing throughout the year.
Seignosse, France
Beach with strong Atlantic waves frequented by experienced surfers, featuring a surf school and multiple peaks for different surfing styles.
Seignosse, France
Municipal beach with lifeguard stations, swimming zones, beach volleyball courts and nearby restaurants serving local cuisine during summer season.