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Dune du Pilat (north face) – Pilat Dune loop from Dune du Pilat

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Dune du Pilat (north face) – Pilat Dune loop from Dune du Pilat

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Dune du Pilat (north face) – Pilat Dune loop from Dune du Pilat

01:05

4.00km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 20, 2026

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1.20 km

Restrooms at the Dune du Pilat

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Always good to know, because it's too late on the dune 😀

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1.58 km

Stairs to the dune

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The steep climb over the white steps is worth it. It may be going up in the blazing sun, but the view from the dune is unique.

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1.71 km

Top Dune de Pyla

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nice walk

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1.76 km

magnificent view

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A little off the stairs you have the dune to yourself

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1.77 km

Dune du Pilat (north face)

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Really great view of the Atlantic and the small islands offshore. It's also worth taking a walk along the beach. To do this, simply "slide" down the dune. There are …

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1.79 km

Dune du Pyla - Run in the sand, climb on the dune!

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if you go there before the crowd is coming (before 8 am) it will be more enjoyable.

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1.80 km

Sunset at the Dune du Pilat 🌅

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Bring sunburn cream and something to moisturize.

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3.07 km

Pilat Dune

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The Pilat dune is the highest in Europe. Despite its size, it is fragile. The climb is worth it! The bravest don't take the stairs: the sand will heat up …

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4.00 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.58 km

725 m

649 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.27 km

513 m

487 m

303 m

237 m

178 m

Elevation

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Sunday 7 June

22°C

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Dune du Pilat (north face) – Pilat Dune loop from Dune du Pilat

Restrooms at the Dune du Pilat

Stairs to the dune

Top Dune de Pyla

magnificent view

Dune du Pilat (north face)

Dune du Pyla - Run in the sand, climb on the dune!

Sunset at the Dune du Pilat 🌅

Pilat Dune

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