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Biscarrosse
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.
The town is just a few kilometres from the great long sandy beaches of the Atlantic and is a pleasant place with plenty of shops, cafes and restaurants to keep you entertained when you want to escape from the beach.
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.
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.
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!
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...
Biscarrosse: tourist information, map, travel plans and gites
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PV Holidays, Biscarrosse
[Biscarrosse] Residence Pierre & Vacances Biscarrosse: Delightful setting in a green and leafy area surrounded by a pine wood; A magnificent 9 and 18 hole golf course; 300 meters from the beaches of Lake Biscarosse-Cazauz
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Places to visit - Biscarrosse
Explore places within about 70 kilometres on a map at Visit Biscarrosse.
Some of the closer places are listed below (distances from Biscarrosse are approximate and direct - as the crow flies. Only places listed on the france this way site are shown!)
- Mimizan Popular seaside resort at 22 km
Tourist Classifications for Biscarrosse
- Town is "Ville Fleurie category 4" (ie good attention to gardens and flowers)
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