Split your time between the lake and the ocean in this scenic haven just outside Bordeaux, filled with campgrounds, golf courses and beaches.
With a vast lake and the Bay of Biscay within reach, Lacanau is an enchanting town that is never short of water-based activities. Sandy beaches known for their idyllic surfing conditions drape its western edge, while nature trails run through inland forests. Make the most of the hot, dry summers with the range of outdoor activities available in this picturesque area.
Play a round at UGOLF Lacanau or Golf Bluegreen Lacanau-La Méjanne. Bring the whole family to the Golf and Mini Golf du Baganais, where the crazy golf course is set against a gorgeous backdrop.
Enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Lake Lacanau, a 5,000-acre (2,000-hectare) basin surrounded by dense woodland. Let kids play on the inflatable structures and climbing frames that are set up on the water of Splash Park Lacanau. Choose from water-skiing, windsurfing, pedal boating and other watersports from the clubs overlooking the lake.
Hike along the edge of the water to view it from a variety of angles. Go horse-riding with a school on the northern shore and sleep beneath the stars at the adjacent campground.
For a change of scenery, travel west to the Lacanau-Océan area on the coast. Inspect the fascinating World War II fortifications remaining at Lion Beach. Sunbathe with friends on Sud Beach, which you can access by crossing a large sand dune. Lifeguards patrol the strand, making it popular with families. Head north to Central Beach, which can get fairly lively and busy in the summer.
The city stands just outside the western suburbs of Bordeaux, overlooking the Bay of Biscay. Drive northwest from Bordeaux’s center for about 30 miles (50 kilometers) to arrive here in roughly 1 hour. Make your way around the region for other sites such as Lège-Cap-Ferret, Arès and Saint-Émilion.
Experience the gorgeous lakeside and coastal scenery of Lacanau through watersports, sunbathing and hiking.
