レスパールメドックの天然記念物・トップ8

Pleasant beach on Lake Lacanau

Very nice view of the lake

Nice place for a break with the children.

Very nice sandy beach with a bathing area.

A superb crossing of the Gironde to experience but avoiding the extreme heat

On this first day, you'll leave Bordeaux along the legendary cycle path that runs to Lacanau. From the Bordeaux Lac area, you'll be completely protected from cars until the end of the stage. Beware of road cyclists who can travel quite fast on the path. At the beginning of the cycle path, between Bordeaux and Saint-Médard-en-Jalles, there are shops and bakeries where you can get something to eat. Don't be shy, because after that, until Lacanau, there are only fountains. Take advantage of the Salaunes rest area to take a break in the shade and fill your water bottles. The cycle path ends at Lacanau Lake, which breaks the continuity of the pine forest landscape: you're entering the wild section of this first stage. You'll then cross the dunes that separate Lacanau Lake from Hourtin Lake. This is my favorite part of this section! Upon arrival in Maubuisson, it's time to cool off: a swim on the beach or in the lake, a drink or an ice cream... You're spoiled for choice! From Maubuisson to the shores of Lake Hourtin, it's just a short walk. You can spend the night at one of the two campsites between Maubuisson and Carcans. Tim Bsn's commentary on his tour

Nice section on the lake, check beforehand, you are not allowed to swim everywhere because of nature conservation or water jet ski slopes.

Former park of a property of Nathaniel Johnston (https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nathaniel_Johnston), nothing remains of the buildings but the clumps of rhododendrons lining the paths have remained and are currently in the middle of the forest. Currently, in August 2023, they appear to have suffered from heat or a lack of water. But perhaps they will regain all their shine in spring. Anyway the place is pleasant even without the flowers. Please note, this place is part of a group of hiking trails, certain portions of which are not authorized during the hunting season (https://www.gironde.fr/sites/default/files/2017-02/trac%C3% A9%20des%20celtes.pdf).