Landes de Gascogne Regional Natural Park
Landes de Gascogne Regional Natural Park, Regional natural park in New Aquitaine, France.
Description
The Landes de Gascogne Regional Natural Park covers vast areas of pine forests, wetlands, and heathlands across the departments of Gironde and Landes in southwestern France. The terrain features different landscape types, each with distinct habitats for local wildlife.
History
The area remained sparsely populated for centuries because of its marshy soils and was considered infertile until large-scale drainage and reforestation projects began in the 1800s. These public works transformed the landscape fundamentally.
Culture
The Ecomusée de la Grande Lande network shows visitors how local communities traditionally lived and worked with the land over centuries. These exhibitions reveal the skills and knowledge that shaped daily life in the region.
Practical
Visitors can cycle on roughly 76 kilometers of marked pathways connecting Bazas to Arcachon Bay, with rental services and sign-posted trails throughout the park. Walking paths are also available for those preferring slower exploration.
Did you know?
The Leyre River winds through the park beneath a leafy canopy of gallery forest for about 100 kilometers before reaching Arcachon Bay. This shaded river corridor creates a special habitat where otters and kingfishers make their homes.
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The Landes region in southwestern France extends from the foothills of the Pyrénées to the Atlantic coast, encompassing extensive pine forests, coastal lakes and protected natural areas. The Landes de Gascogne regional nature park forms the heart of this landscape, while reserves such as the Courant...
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