A beach day for two: bay or ocean?

Choose sheltered water for an easy stroll or the Atlantic for a wilder horizon. Check flags and conditions before swimming.

Pick the shoreline that matches your energy. The bay side is often calmer and close to cafés and piers; the ocean side feels wide open. Check local notices and lifeguard flags, stay in authorised swimming areas and follow instructions.

Make it a date

Leave a little room for the weather, the tide and whatever catches your attention along the way.

Official visitor information and planning: visit the official website.

Pereire beach in Arcachon

The lifeguard station at Le Moulleau

Landscapes