What to see and do on your vacation in Biscarrosse?
Biscarrosse, its history, its Landes culture
Biscarrosse is a commune of 14,300 inhabitants, located in the Landes department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, in southwestern France. The town lies on the shores of Lac de Biscarrosse and the Atlantic Ocean, offering easy access to beaches and popular water sports. The weather is mild all year round. The town became a popular tourist destination in the 19th century. The sand dunes were stabilized and resorts built to accommodate visitors. During the Second World War, Biscarrosse played an important role as a seaplane launch base for the French Navy. Today, the town is known for its summer atmosphere, unspoilt nature and rich cultural heritage. Discover the complete tourist guide on the Biscarrosse Tourist Office website.
Biscarrosse Plage
Biscarrosse Lake
A must-see for any self-respecting holidaymaker, it’s impossible to miss Biscarrosse Lac during your stay in the Landes. Located between Arcachon and Mimizan, the Lac de Biscarrosse et Parentis is one of France’s largest lakes, covering 5,600 hectares. It’s the resort’s tourist attraction, a veritable paradise for water sports enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. A wide range of activities await you on and around the lake: swimming (supervised), a variety of water sports, games in the Aquapark, the world’s largest water park, and beautiful walks, bike rides or horseback rides around the lake…
How do I get to Biscarrosse?
There are three ways to get to Biscarrosse: by train, by plane or by car. By train, the journey to Biscarrosse is relatively quick. A TGV journey of just 2 to 3 hours to Bordeaux awaits you if you’re travelling from Paris, for example. On arrival, you can then take the TER to Ychoux station, the closest to Biscarrosse, for a 40-minute journey. If you choose to come to Biscarrosse by air, buy your ticket and opt to land at Bordeaux-Mérignac airport, which is around 1 hour from your final destination. You can then reach Biscarrosse by car, cab or bus. If you choose to travel by car, you can pass through Bordeaux on the A63 freeway before taking the A660 junction and then the Biscarrosse exit.
Must-sees in Biscarrosse
- Capital of hydroaviation having hosted the tests of the first Latécoère, Biscarrosse of course has a remarkable hydraviation museum.
- Also ideal to visit with the family, the Museum of Traditions and History houses an educational farm very close to your campsite in Biscarrosse.
- The museum is also the starting point for a boat trip on the marshes! The opportunity to learn about the local fauna and flora while having a relaxing time. If the weather is not good, discover ideas for activities to discover Biscarrosse when it rains.
Discover Biscarrosse by bike
Would you like to discover Biscarrosse by bike? Biscarrosse is an ideal place to get around by bike, as its infrastructure lends itself perfectly to exploration by bicycle. An exceptional network of cycle paths allows you to discover the town and its varied landscapes: 145 km between Biscarrosse and the surrounding communes. You can ride safely on the trails in a beautiful natural environment, while taking time to contemplate the scenery, between forests, large beaches, dunes and lakes. By bike, you can explore not only the town itself, but also the nearby Grands Lacs on the Vélodyssée.
Family activities in Biscarrosse
- Visit the Hydraviation Museum to discover, among other things, the history of the old lake base.
- Water activities to enjoy as a family: water skiing, canoeing, pedal boats, paddle…
- Aquapark: at the port of Maguide, share many games together between inflatable structures and catapults.
- Hiking in the Landes forest of Biscarrosse Plage.
- Swimming at the beach for a moment of escape, with why not an introduction to surfing.
- Horseback ride in the countryside, discovering the Great Lakes area for a change of scenery.
- Outing to the treetop adventure park to overlook the pine forest from the tops of the trees.
- Surf lessons supervised by qualified instructors to learn or improve.
- Beach volleyball game on the beaches of Biscarrosse.
- Indian canoe excursion on the Great Lakes, supervised by a guide.
- Fish with your feet in the sand at the edge of the beach by casting large fishing rods.
- Hanging. Adrenaline and thrills guaranteed.
- Cycling on the cycle paths in the forest, along the ocean and around the lakes.
- Aquapark. A multitude of aquatic activities for young and old.
- Hiking in the shade of pine trees along the lake.
- First flight in a seaplane.
For a romantic stay in Biscarrosse
- Boat trip to the Biscarrosse marshes on the Nabout route, a refreshing moment to enjoy as a couple.
- Outing on the Sentier des Résiniers to discover tapping, the harvesting of resin from pine trees.
- Commented cruise on Lake Biscarrosse in an idyllic setting, with tasting of delicious local products.
- Romantic horseback ride at Biscarrosse Plage facing the sunset
- Canoeing trip on the Biscarrosse-Parentis pond, an unforgettable moment to experience as a couple.
- holidays in Biscarrosse
Going out in Biscarrosse
- Mama Freda. Have a drink with music while watching the sunset over the sea.
- The Casino. In a warm space, sip a drink at the bar.
- The Rooftop. A board of charcuterie and cheese and a glass of wine await you.
- The Idyll at Biscarrosse Lac. In this bar-restaurant, you can sip cocktails in a heavenly setting at any time of the day.
- The Lake Docks. Enjoy some tapas or a bistronomic meal in front of Lake Biscarrosse.
