Holidays in Gironde: Explore the surroundings of the campsite near Hourtin
Located in the heart of Médoc, our campsite welcomes you for unforgettable holidays in Gironde.
Enjoy a preserved natural environment, close to the Atlantic beaches, Lake Hourtin, and the region’s must-see tourist sites.
Whether you’re a nature lover, water sports enthusiast, or cultural explorer, your stay promises to be rich in experiences.
An ideal location to explore Médoc
Thanks to its privileged location, centered on the Médoc peninsula, our campsite gives you easy access to all the region’s treasures.
In just a few minutes, reach the beaches, vineyards, picturesque villages, and outdoor activities that make Gironde famous.
Water Activities: thrills and aquatic fun
Water sports enthusiasts will be delighted on both the lake and the ocean:
On the lake
Sailing, paddleboarding, kayaking, catamaran, water skiing, wakeboarding, and pedal boating
On the ocean
Surfing, kitesurfing, stand-up paddleboarding, and bodyboarding, with many surf schools for beginners and experienced surfers
Beaches and Swimming: between ocean and lake
Why choose between the ocean and the lake
when you can have both?
Ocean beaches
Discover Pin Sec beach (9 km) and Hourtin beach (13 km), ideal for surfing and swimming in nature.
Lake beaches
Perfect for families, the beaches of Lake Hourtin offer calm and clear water.
Don’t miss Piqueyrot beach (11 km) and Port d’Hourtin beach (9 km).
Seaside resorts
Along the Atlantic coast, iconic seaside resorts like Hourtin-Plage, Montalivet, and Soulac-sur-Mer invite you to discover their lively markets, restaurants, and ice cream parlors.
Activities for the whole family
Looking for a fun day with the kids? Several sites near the campsite guarantee a fun time.
Animal Park
Animalia Parc (3 km): Animal park with over 250 species, tree-climbing courses, zip lines, inflatable games, fishing activities, and pony rides.
Giant Corn Maze
Le Laby Médoc (3 km) at Ferme la Bénarderie: Giant corn maze:
On a 2-hectare plot dotted with crossroads and dead ends, you’ll try to find your way.
La Bénarderie also offers mini-golf, pedal karts, and fruit and vegetable picking. Theme nights and entertainment are organized every Wednesday during the summer.
Outdoor Play Park
L’île aux Enfants (9 km): Outdoor play park with a wooden castle that young knights will love to attack, a rope pyramid, a giant spider web, a zip line, slides, swings, and all sorts of games for all ages. A small preserved paradise where young and old have fun.
During the summer, inflatable games and trampolines are added.
Hourtin Splash Park
Hourtin Splash Park: A fun and sporty floating water park, made up of inflatable structures on the water, as well as a mini-golf, for little and big adventurers.
Montalivet Adventure Park
Less than 20 km from the campsite, Montalivet Adventure Park
The park offers tree-climbing courses for everyone (mini, junior, teen/adult), sumo wrestling, pedal karts, treasure hunts, mini-golf, archery, etc., etc…
Discovering the Médoc Vineyards
The Médoc vineyards are a must-see stop during your stay.
Follow the Wine Route to explore prestigious châteaux, participate in tastings, and discover the winemaking secrets of Médoc wines.
From Pauillac to Margaux, via Saint-Estèphe, wine lovers will be delighted.
Local Markets: flavors and crafts
The Médoc markets are friendly places where you can discover local products and meet the producers.
The Montalivet market, with its 200 stalls, is a summer must-see. It takes place daily during the summer. You can taste oysters, wine, and all sorts of other local products; the market also offers many stalls with crafts, clothing, jewelry, etc…
For an even more authentic experience, enjoy the night markets of Hourtin, Soulac, Lacanau, and other Médoc villages.
Bordeaux: an urban and cultural getaway
Just an hour’s drive away, Bordeaux is a destination not to be missed.
A UNESCO World Heritage site, the city offers a unique atmosphere blending history, gastronomy, and shopping. Don’t miss the Place de la Bourse, the Garonne quays, and the Cité du Vin.
Wines
Culture
Flavors
Hiking and Nature: a preserved territory
Médoc is a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Walks, bike rides, or horseback riding
Hiking trails: Explore the Hourtin Dunes and Marshes Nature Reserve, an exceptional site between forest and lagoons.
Throughout the year, the ONF organizes free guided tours for the general public:
You can also take extraordinary self-guided walks in the idyllic setting of France’s largest freshwater lake, a true jewel of New Aquitaine. Many trails are marked.
Horseback riding
Go horseback riding through pine forests and wild beaches.
Example Ride: the “Wolf’s Field” Horseback Loop, 20 km
Mountain bike rides
There are many bike paths that will take you to discover Médoc in the heart of the forest.
For example:
All-terrain Squirrel Discovery Loop 3 km (35 D+)
Bold Foxes Loop 19 km (380 D+)
Sharp Hares Loop 28 km (430 D+)
Contaut Lagoon: a natural gem
Located in Hourtin, the Contaut Lagoon is an easy and accessible walk for everyone. This stilt path allows you to observe exceptional biodiversity in the heart of Médoc.
To visit Estuary Side
The old fishing ports
Along the Gironde, you’ll find magnificent old fishing ports typical of the region, with their colorful huts amidst the marshes (St Vivien, Talais, Le Verdon, etc.).
You can taste oysters, have a sweet snack, or even dine there.
The fishing huts
Fishing enthusiasts will not be left out and can also admire the superb fishing huts.
Richard Lighthouse
Discover Richard Lighthouse, a site steeped in history offering a breathtaking view of the estuary. You can also visit its small museum tracing the region’s maritime history.
Boat trip on the estuary
A boat trip on the estuary can take you in search of the caves and troglodyte houses of Meschers-sur-Gironde
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To visit Ocean Side
Cordouan Lighthouse
This magnificent, historic lighthouse, still “inhabited” by its keepers, is one of a kind. No wonder it’s a UNESCO World Heritage site!
On the lighthouse’s website, a virtual tour will immediately take you on this unique sea adventure. Plan a full day for your visit, as it’s organized according to the tides.
The seaside town of Soulac
It’s an emblematic town known for its sea bathing tradition, its 500 elegant, sometimes exotic, and particularly pleasant-to-admire neo-colonial villas from the early 20th century, and its Notre-Dame-de-la-fin-des-Terres Basilica.
Pointe des Graves and Graves Lighthouse
Pointe de Grave is the northern tip of Médoc. This cape slightly closes off the Gironde Estuary, marking, depending on the tide, the ocean’s entry into the land and the exit of river waters.
It’s also the starting point of the fabulous “Silver Coast” and its Ocean beaches.
It faces the sandbank that “floats” at sea, bearing the Cordouan Lighthouse. It’s an extraordinary place and a paradise for photographers.
