{"id":9121,"date":"2024-09-24T09:18:26","date_gmt":"2024-09-24T07:18:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aloa-vacances.com\/oree-du-bois\/dune-du-pilat\/"},"modified":"2024-10-08T12:20:53","modified_gmt":"2024-10-08T10:20:53","slug":"dune-du-pilat","status":"publish","type":"oree-du-bois","link":"https:\/\/www.aloa-vacances.com\/en\/oree-du-bois\/surroundings\/dune-du-pilat\/","title":{"rendered":"Dune du Pilat"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Camping near the Dune du Pilat<\/strong><\/h1>

Located 100 km from the Dune du Pilat<\/strong>, our campsite in Hourtin<\/strong> will help you organize your excursion to this exceptional natural site.\nFrom guided hikes in the Arcachon Basin to a romantic sunset overlooking the C\u00f4t\u00e9 d’Argent and the Landes de Gascogne, here’s what you need to know about this neo-Aquitaine tourist mecca. <\/p>

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La Test-de Buch: seaside resort on the Dune du Pilat<\/h2>

Do you know the Dune du Pilat?\nNo ?\nThen make the most of your camping<\/strong> vacation in Gironde<\/strong> to discover this natural wonder.\nIt’s a 2-hour drive from our 4-star campsite, heading south on the A10 freeway.\nMore precisely, the Great Dune of Pilat is located in the commune of La Teste de Buch, at the entrance to the Arcachon Basin.\nIt borders the Landes de Gascogne forest and the Atlantic on the C\u00f4te d’Argent. <\/p>

You can cycle from the campsite to Hourtin-Port<\/strong> and discover the beautiful beaches of the port, the Plage de la Banane and also the beaches of Lac d’Hourtin<\/strong>.\nSurfing and kayaking are widespread in the region. <\/p>

A sand hill 110 m high <\/h2>

The Dune du Pilat is one of the must-see sites in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, a veritable little desert of exceptional sand.\nThis jewel of the Atlantic coastline covers an area of more than 6,800 hectares, with an altitude of 110.9 meters.\nIn fact, it is the highest dune in Europe.\nThanks to this reputation, the Great Dune of Pilat represents an unrivalled tourist attraction for the Gironde department.\nThis asymmetrical natural monument has a gentle slope on the ocean side and a steep slope on the forest side.\nBetween the waves of the Atlantic and the pines of the Gascony moors, it moves 1 to 5 m per year eastwards under the influence of prevailing winds and tides. <\/p>

Landes traditions and nature walks on the Dune du Pilat<\/h2>

Take advantage of your vacation in Hourtin to discover the dunes and the Arcachon Basin on foot, accompanied by local enthusiasts:<\/p>

  • gemmage (resin harvesting) demonstration by Christian in Lanton\n<\/li>
  • stroll along the banks of the Leyre with Jean, “raconteur de Pays”.\n<\/li>
  • walk around the Certes\/Graveyron estates\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>

    Information and reservations at these 2 tourist offices: Le Teich and Coeur du Bassin<\/p>

    Come and admire this exceptional site shaped by erosion.\nIn fact, over the centuries, the piles of sand grains have been transformed into an immense dune.\nThe walk promises to be a fun one, with young and old alike able to run and play with the sand, then climb to the highest point for a panoramic view of the Atlantic, the Arcachon Basin and the forest massif.\nTake advantage of this height to have your photo taken as a souvenir of your vacation.\nAfterwards, take a refreshing break on the beach. <\/p>

    A preserved natural site<\/h2>

    The Dune du Pilat is the subject of a preservation program designed to offer you exceptional family outings whatever the season.\nIts asymmetrical shape gives you a unique view of the ocean and the magnificent greenery that adorns the site.\nIt’s a magical place, perfect for admiring the sunset with your partner, family or friends. <\/p>

    Breathtaking scenery in Gironde<\/h2>

    The surrounding landscapes promise a complete change of scenery.\nThe forest is home to exceptional flora and fauna, and you can enjoy a short hike for the whole family.\nThe Dune du Pilat is also an ideal place to try your hand at paragliding.\nWhy not take advantage of this unforgettable experience?\nYou’re sure to love discovering this magnificent panorama from the air! <\/p>

    Sunset on the Dune du Pilat<\/h2>

    You can also enjoy a guided tour, during which an experienced guide will reveal the secrets of this exceptional site.\nWhat’s more, the tour is free, and you can choose your time of day or sunset.\nStay until dusk to enjoy the magical spectacle of nature’s colors.\nA variety of games and events are on offer all year round, including a treasure hunt, a game of goose, the F\u00eate de la nature, the exhibition “La face cach\u00e9e de la dune” (“The hidden face of the dune”) and many others. <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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    Things to do in Pilat during your vacation in Hourtin<\/strong><\/h2>

    The area around the Grande Dune du Pilat<\/strong> is ideal for ecotourism.\nVisit the natural sites of the Bassin d’Arcachon-Val de L’Eyre<\/strong>, the natural spaces of the Gironde and other emblematic sites of the department not far from your vacation rental. <\/p><\/div>","protected":false},"parent":9123,"menu_order":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aloa-vacances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/oree-du-bois\/9121"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aloa-vacances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/oree-du-bois"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aloa-vacances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/oree-du-bois"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.aloa-vacances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/oree-du-bois\/9121\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10260,"href":"https:\/\/www.aloa-vacances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/oree-du-bois\/9121\/revisions\/10260"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.aloa-vacances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/oree-du-bois\/9123"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aloa-vacances.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9121"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}