L'Herbe, Fishing village with oyster farms in Lège-Cap-Ferret, France.
The narrow streets of L'Herbe contain wooden cabins painted in bright colors, surrounded by gardens and traditional oyster farming structures along the water.
The Moorish-style chapel, constructed in 1885 by Léon Lesca upon his return from Algeria, remains the final remnant of his grand estate.
Local oyster farmers maintain their traditional practices, operating from waterfront huts where visitors can sample fresh seafood directly from the source.
The village features two distinct beaches: the northern Plage de l'Herbe near the oyster district and the southern Plage de la Chapelle by the boat ramp.
Every third weekend of August, the village transforms into a celebration space where maritime craftsmen gather to share their traditions and products.
Location: Lège-Cap-Ferret
Address: 21 Av. de l'Herbe, 33950 Lège-Cap-Ferret, France 33950 Lège-Cap-Ferret
GPS coordinates: 44.69170,-1.23329
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:01
The Bay of Arcachon features beaches, oyster huts, and the 110-meter Dune of Pilat. The coastline contains historical lighthouses, traditional fishing villages, and nature reserves with bird colonies.
Cabane tchanquée
5.3 km
Cap-Ferret lighthouse
5.2 km
Chapelle de la Villa Algérienne
630 m
Mimbeau beach
5.1 km
Basilique Notre-Dame d'Arcachon
5.3 km
Église Notre-Dame des Flots du Cap-Ferret
4.2 km
Tramway du Cap-Ferret
3.9 km
Blockhaus du phare du Cap Ferret
5.2 km
Plage des Arbousiers
5.7 km
Plage du Truc Vert
2.8 km
Plage de la Torchère
1.9 km
Jetée de la Chapelle
5.2 km
Villa Alma
5.3 km
Villa Plaisance
5.6 km
Cabane Tchanquée n°53
5.3 km
Scenic viewpoint
3.9 km
Villa Saint-Yves
5.4 km
Chapelle des marins
5.3 km
Pereire Beach
4.9 km
Villa Alexandre Dumas
5.8 km
Plage des Américains
3.4 km
Plage des Abatilles
5.3 km
Cabane tchanquée n°3
5.3 km
Ile Aux Oiseaux (partie marine)
5 km
Scenic viewpoint
791 m
Croix des marins
5.2 km
Chapelle Notre-Dame-des-Pins du Piquey
4.3 km
Chapelle d'été de Piraillan
1.8 kmReviews
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