Biscarrosse

Visit Biscarrosse, Aquitaine

Biscarrosse is a popular seaside resort on the Atlantic coast south of Arcachon in south-west France. The coastal resort is oficially called Biscarrosse Plage.

Biscarrosse town is about 11 km away from the beaches and is a popular tourist resort in its own right as it is on the edge of Biscarrosse lake - a large lake popular for learning sailing, windsurfing and water-skiing as well as to soak up the sun on its sandy beaches.

Biscarrosse Town

There is a 15th century castle and a church that are of historical interest, but most important - don't miss the 'Biscarrosse Elm'. At 750 years old it is the oldest in Europe, and one of the few to avoid Dutch Elm disease. It's in pretty rough looking condition, but so would you be if you were that old!

There is a large nature lake and the forests of the Landes to explore - ideally on foot or bicycle, or perhaps on horseback. The lake is also ideal if the surfing waves on the beach become too much for small children - the lake also has extensive beaches.

Biscarrosse Plage (Biscarrosse Beach)

Closer to the sea (separated only by an extensive pedestrian 'promenade area') is Biscarrosse Plage. The focus here is on shopping, wining and dining, and enjoying the ocean.

The beach like many on the atlantic ocean is a lovely long sandy beach which stretches as far as the eye can see. The beach has an area which is watched by lifeguards - stay within the flags. Along the edges of the beach are a scattering of beach bars and facilities.

As with the other resorts along this stretch of Atlantic coast, surfing is a popular year round activity - and courses are available if you agree that it's never too late to learn something new...

And if you need some more fun or a new challenge, the Adventure Park between Biscarrosse and the sea should be ideal. the focus is on clambering along ropes in the tree tops or bungee jumping towards the ground below. The parks motto is 'put the adrenalin in your life' which should give you a clue what's in store!

Photos of Biscarrosse (click any picture to start the gallery)

Tourist classifications for Biscarrosse: Village in bloom (ville fleurie) 4*;

Suggested places to visit near Biscarrosse, France

Distances shown are direct, driving distances will be greater.

See these places and more on a map at places near Biscarrosse

Biscarrosse tourism: sights and attractions nearby

Etang de Biscarrosse et Parentis - site of natural beauty (5km) : Etang de Cazaux et Sanguinet - site of natural beauty (10km) : Dune du Pilat - grand site of france (22km) : Bassin d'Arcachon - site of natural beauty (32km) : Domaine de Certes - site of natural beauty (34km) : Courant de Contis - site of natural beauty (36km) : Landes de Gascogne - regional natural parc (38km) : Courant de Huchet - site of natural beauty (58km) :

French version: see Biscarrosse (Francais)