Andernos: a stroll through the heart of a lively town

The town of Andernos les Bains is located on the Arcachon Basin in the middle of the port, forests and beaches. You can visit with friends, family, as a couple or simply on your own! With its temperate climate, its natural areas, pier and beaches will leave you speechless. Everything you need for an exceptional holiday. The town's shops and amenities are just a few minutes from the sea.

Take a stroll along the jetty and admire the scenery once you reach the end of the pontoon. The setting is ideal for taking some pretty photos or simply enjoying the sea air and feeling a gentle breeze brush against your face. Watch the birds in the distance fly over the sea, the boats and the unique landscapes of the Arcachon Basin. The 232-metre-long pier is the longest in France. The other side of the jetty faces a large square where tourists can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the shops, lunch on the terrace or take a stroll through the town's pedestrianised streets. Shops are open all year round, although some close in the off-season due to low tourist traffic.

To sample the local produce, stroll past the colourful huts and visit a small oyster museum, head for the oyster port of Andernos. You'll be able to sample platters of seafood caught that very morning, to be savoured in front of the sea without moderation. Put your feet in the water and watch the professionals at work, going back and forth across the harbour.

There's no shortage of entertainment in the town, especially during the summer months when one event follows another, giving way to a relaxed, festive atmosphere. The Andernos markets are also a big part of the town's life, so why not chat to the market-gardeners, smell the seasonal fruit and taste the local cheeses. These products adorn the crates and are very affordable. The bakers, cheesemongers and butchers always have good recipes to share.

Take a stroll through the town's narrow streets and you'll discover some architectural marvels, such as the church of Saint-Eloi on the banks of the Bassin. Some very pretty villas in the Arcachon style can be seen along the way. This makes for a very pleasant living environment, and more and more tourists are settling here permanently or buying a second home.

On the seafront, the large villas will be one of the most popular rentals in Andernos-les-Bains for large groups. For large families or groups of friends, these large houses offer all the comforts you'd expect, while still being right in the centre of town. All you have to do is walk to reach the main points of interest in the Arcachon basin. But holiday rentals in Andernos-les-Bains also offer the possibility of opting for a hotel in the very heart of the town.

⭐ The rooms at the "Le 25" hotel, located 1.5 kilometres from the beach, will give you the most comfortable nights' sleep. A buffet awaits you every morning to satisfy your cravings, with optional in-room bed service. And after just a 20-minute walk or a 10-minute bike ride, you'll come face to face with this vast expanse of fine sand.

✈️ Bordeaux Mérignac airport is 25km from Andernos les Bains, so once you arrive you have the option of taking a bus or hiring a car.

🚍 The bus journey costs 12.20 euros and takes 50 minutes.

🚘 With a rented car, the journey also takes 50 minutes.

🚈 Leaving from Bordeaux Saint-Jean station, an SNCF train will take you to Andernos.

🍴 In an enchanting setting, lunch at the Cabane Rossignol, a seafood restaurant offering excellent value for money. You'll taste the region's best specialities in an open-air hut.