The Vélodyssée by bike in family, from Arcachon to Biarritz

Arrival in Arcachon

Let's go to Arcachon for a first day to visit this sunny and peaceful city on the Atlantic Ocean. Why not take a stroll to the aquarium museum or a tour of the Bird Island ? You can then walk to your family accommodation ideally located in Arcachon to enjoy a nice evening.

Night in Arcachon.

Distance cycled : 34km

Let's go for a family adventure ! Leaving this beautiful oyster town, you leave behind the fishermen's houses for the fine sandy beaches where sand castles and swimming are waiting for you. And what would this stage be without a stop at the majestic Dune du Pilat. Take advantage of this stage to climb it, a rather amusing challenge for children young and old. Why not save some time for a swim on the beaches of La Salie. At the end of the day you will finally reach your charming accommodation for a well-deserved rest rocked by the sound of the waves nearby.

Night in Biscarosse area.

Distance cycled : 28km

After a stage in the sun of the west coast, you now enter the interior and discover all together the pine forests and other secrets that shelter the local fauna and flora. So why not take the time to stop around the pond of Biscarosse, Parentis or Aureilhan ? Near the latter, you can let your senses wake up to the scents and colors of the 300 varieties of flowers and shrubs along it. History lovers will also be able to keep a watchful and curious eye to find in the middle of this landscape the old oil wells around Parentis.

Night in Parentis en Born area.

Distance cycled : 29km

The seaside resort of Mimizan will delight the whole family. In the middle of an almost untouched nature, the nature lovers will be filled, a small jump on the beach of Lespecier and here is a good moment to immortalize this stay in a photogenic frame apart. Take the opportunity to go to the nautical leisure base and have fun thanks to the activities it offers. If you want to explore or just have a walk on the lake of Mimizan, you can go on a Pacific boat (Hawaiian pirogue), Kayaksurf or Paddle lessons to have fun. These activities are also adapted for the youngest of the family. Between the spirit of board sports and an active city, you won't be left hungry !

Night in Mimizan.

Distance cycled : 20km / 50km

The adventure continues by heading to Contis Plage, while the most courageous will continue to Léon. For the wonderment of the youngest as well as the oldest we advise to visit the majestic lighthouse of Contis-plage, the biggest of the Landes province. Imposing and nobly erected in the middle of the pine forest, it will certainly offer an exceptional panorama ! Discover the pretty half-timbered houses typical of the Marensin area which reveals a city between marshes, lakes and forests, its surroundings perfectly defining a natural Landes landscape.

Night in the city of arrival.

Distance cycled : 39km / 33km

Next step, Vieu Boucau or Capbreton ! Today you will pass through wooded areas and a bit wilder as you gradually head towards one of the most famous western coasts of France: the Basque coast. Get ready for a change of scenery, because even if the landscape seems the same, some architectural details are already noticeable as you approach your destination. A short stop at Moliets-et-Maâ or Messanges also guarantees you a nice family sport break while alternating with sand castle building on the beach and far niente... If you reach Vieux Boucau that evening, enjoy its marine lake and beautiful walks on the tamarisk trees leading to the beaches. The most sporty will go to Cap Breton, the city where surfing is king and where lovers of this discipline come to meet the most beautiful breakers. Take advantage of the evening to walk along the beach, take pictures of the ocean from the jetty or eat an ice cream !

Night in the city of arrival.

Distance cycled : 43km

Last day in the heart of this trip and on the way to discover the treasures of the Basque Country. Passing through Bayonne, you will discover the sense of hospitality of the Basques: between dances, songs, festivals and traditional gastronomy the tasting is done as much with the eyes as with the stomach ! You will discover the wonderful ecological park of Izadia with a guide or at your own pace the family will be able to be sensitized to a magnificent site sheltering a preserved fauna and flora. Just before your arrival, take the time for a little detour to the Pointe de St-Martin which shelters its lighthouse dating from the 19th century.
The most adventurous will finish their journey in Biarritz, with the ocean as far as the eye can see, its hydrangeas and its palm trees... Of course, what would Biarritz be without the postcard side of the magnificent Rocher de la Vierge ? The view from this end of the pier will take your breath away for sure.
What beautiful places and landscapes are offered to you to immortalize this family vacation, a real bouquet of memories...

Night in Biarritz or Bayonne