What to do in Arcachon?

The city of Arcachon is full of hidden treasures, monuments steeped in history and unmissable events. Our team of locals can advise you on the best routes, the best addresses and the best restaurants in the region. When you visit our 3-star boutique hotel in Arcachon, start by strolling around the port and don't miss the auction. Take a stroll through the city to meet the Notre-Dame Basilica, the Casino and the Winter Town located on the heights of the city, a beautiful walk can be offered by a guide. Golf enthusiasts will not be sidelined, in fact, by choosing Hotel Le Nautic, you will be staying a few kilometers from Arcachon International Golf Course and Gujan-Mestras Golf Course.

The Arcachon Basin

The Arcachon Basin brings together a large number of towns and villages typical of the region. You may be lucky enough to visit one of the Basin's markets such as the open-air market in Arcachon and La Teste de Buch. Many piers and oyster-farming ports will be waiting for you when you come to Arcachon, we particularly recommend that of Aiguillon, Biganos and Larros. Beautiful walks, by bike or by boat, will be on the program in the Arcachon Basin, to discover the Teich bird sanctuary or the salt meadows of La Teste de Buch. We recommend that you take the coastal path from Arcachon to observe all the beauties of the Arcachon Basin.

The beaches of Arcachon

Relaxation, sunbathing, rest, swimming and conviviality will be on the program for your stopover on ocean beaches such as La Salie. We advise you to go to some of these fine sandy beaches such as La Corniche, La Hume or Pereire beach. Eyrac beach is very close to our hotel. Let yourself be seduced by the spray of the Atlantic Ocean.

The Dune of Pilat

Climb to the top of the Dune du Pilat, the highest dune in Europe. At the top, you will get one of the most beautiful landscapes and panoramas of the entire Arcachon Bay. With its exceptional dimensions (106 meters high and 3 kilometers long), the Dune of Pilat impresses visitors from all over the world.

Bird Island

Organize a boat trip on the Bassin d'Arcachon and discover the bird island and its tchanquées huts. Accompanied by a sunset, during a beautiful sea trip, you will be charmed by the landscape that awaits you. Do not miss this famous postcard decor.

The Arguin bench

Visit one of the jewels of the Atlantic Ocean and the Arcachon Basin, the Banc d´Arguin, a large bank of fine sand. You can get there by boat for a day and enjoy an exceptional panorama. The Banc D'Arguin is constantly changing with the wind and sea currents.

Cycle tourism

Arcachon is a city designed for cycle tourists. In addition to being able to store your bike easily at Hotel Le Nautic (free bicycle garage), there are many cycling routes in the surrounding area. Discover the Vélodyssée, a 1,200 km route which passes very close to our establishment. Our 3-star hotel is ideal for cyclists.

Nautical activities

Le Nautic hotel is located opposite the port and close to many water sports centers. You can practice sailing, surfing kit, rowing, kayaking, diving and many other water activities. Our hotel is ideal for lovers of the ocean and aquatic activities.