About Arcachon

Arcachon town is located in Gironde France, and famous for its turquoise water, whose crystal clarity is incredible! This increases the level of beach recreation, since the better the water, the more pleasant it is to be in it! But don't be too cool!

Nearest beaches in Arcachon

view the highest rated beaches in area

Good for Relax

Plage du Moulleau

Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul 0.9 km
Very good
8.1
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • White fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
4.3 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Plage Du Truc Vert

Les Jacquets 4.4 km
Good
7.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Very crowded • Large low tide • Distant parking
4.9 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Plage des Arbousiers

Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul 0.5 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
4.9 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Plage de La Lagune

Jaumard 7.6 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Crowded in season • Large low tide • No parking
3.2 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Plage du Petit Nice

Pyla-sur-Mer 7.2 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • White fine sand • Very crowded • No parking
1.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • White fine sand • Very crowded • Large low tide
4.3 Amenities index

Resting by the sea for each traveler is associated with different activities. Someone loves complete relaxation and silence, while others need activity. Our configurator will always help you choose a beach that meets your personal needs.

If a beach holiday for you is primarily the sound of the surf, the cries of seagulls over the pier and leisurely walks along the coast, then you are definitely a fan of calm beaches. The most popular beaches for such a holiday in the vicinity of Arcachon are Plage du Moulleau, Plage Du Truc Vert, Plage des Arbousiers.

The list of available beach activities is certainly important, but for many travelers it is not a determining factor when choosing a vacation spot. Below you will find some information about the natural features of the beaches of Arcachon, we hope that this information will help you find the place of your dreams.

The beaches of town are mainly wide. According to reviews of major beach experts and vacationers, most beaches have a high level of cleanliness. Fine sandy beaches dominate the rest!

Usually, the depth increases normally. If this is important to you, always use our filter to check for a particular beach.

It's worth noting that 4 beaches in Arcachon have a significant tidal range. This means that the water can recede from the shore for a long distance and vice versa, causing unexpected situations for you or your belongings. Keep this in mind when planning your beach activities and be sure to check our filter for information on tidal ranges.

Latest reviews on Arcachon's beaches

Plage du Moulleau
8 Ronald Zemek

This beach is a stunning spot for kitesurfing during the off-season, and it offers a grassy area where you can easily pack up your gear without dealing with too much sand.

Plage des Arbousiers
10 Ethan K.

This beach is absolutely stunning!

Plage de la Torchere
8 Elena K

This place is a fantastic destination to explore, with its vast stretches of stunning sandy beaches. However, keep in mind that there is a slight uphill trek to reach the beach from the main sand dune, and the same uphill journey awaits you at the end of the day.

Plage des Americains
10 Guides and Pointers

This beach is small but perfect, offering amazing views.

Plage Du Truc Vert
10 Bor.

The beach boasts a beautiful expanse of fine, white sand. It's a great spot to spend the day, with the added bonus of free parking, though it can fill up quickly. If you're feeling adventurous, there's a surf school on site and a bar to grab a drink. Just be aware that the waves can be quite sizable, but there are lifeguards on duty during normal hours.

Plage de La Lagune
10 Bastien Pichard

I absolutely adore the small tidal pools that form during low tide at this beach. Additionally, the beach boasts stunning white sand that is fine in texture.

The warmest month during the year in this area is July, with the air temperature rising up to 23.9°C and the water temperature up to 21.5°C. The coldest month is January, with the air temperature dropping down to 10.1°C and the water temperature down to 10.9°C.