Étang de Lacanau, Freshwater lake in the Landes region, France.
Étang de Lacanau covers approximately 2000 hectares and ranks among the largest lakes in the Landes with a maximum depth of about 7 meters.
Formed over 3000 years ago through marine sediment accumulation, the lake gradually became isolated from the ocean by a natural dune barrier system.
The site hosts numerous water activities including sailing, canoeing and carp fishing, drawing enthusiasts of aquatic sports from across the region.
Lake access is available through several equipped boat launch points, particularly at Port Le Moutchic and Longarisse Bay for water activities.
During World War I, Americans established a seaplane base on this strategically positioned lake near the Atlantic coast for military operations.
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