Bordering the Gironde, the Gers, the Lot-et-Garonne and the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, the Landes fascinates nature lovers, but also lovers of beautiful heritage. One can appreciate its magnificent pine forests, its lakes and its endless beaches to live moments between outdoor activities, lazing around and swimming at the beach. You can also reach its main cities to appreciate the architecture of the monuments and taste some good local products. In short, this part of southwest France has everything you need to spend a pleasant vacation alone, with your partner or family. And for this, the many campsites in the Landes are just waiting for travelers to let themselves go to the rhythm of the vacations.
Which campsite to choose in the Landes ?
There is nothing like settling in a campsite to enjoy the richness of the Landes. On the one hand, because camping allows you to break away from everyday life, to change your habits and to find yourself in an atmosphere of 100% relaxation and leisure. And on the other hand, because campsites are for everyone.
Whether you go alone, as a couple, with your family or with a group of friends, the campsites in the Landes have different faces. Thus, during a stay for two or a visit with friends for a few nights on a touring vacation, there is no problem finding a structure with different pitches where you can pitch your tent. Many campsites in the Landes have a swimming pool to cool off on hot spring and summer days. This is always appreciated even if the sea is never far away, whether you are in Moliets-et-Maa or Seignosse.
For vacations with children, the Landes has campsites that are real little corners of paradise for families. Especially thanks to the offer of mobile homes. Indeed, it is always more practical when you leave with children to find a minimum of home comfort, that is to say an individual bathroom, a kitchenette with utensils and real comfortable beds! Communes such as Messanges, Biscarosse, Gastes and Saint-Julien-en-Born have campsites with real aquatic areas, always very appreciated by the children to let off steam and refresh themselves. Slides, fountains, various and varied structures, these are the most playful vacations that await them in a campsite in the heart of the Landes.
In small groups or with the family, the presence of a grocery store, a bread store, a laundry, and even a multitude of activities (bowling, casino, fishing, disco, etc.) also makes the vacations easier. These services can be found in several campsites in the Landes; it's up to you to choose according to your needs and desires.
What to do in the Landes?
The Landes is a department that is highly appreciated for the diversity of its landscapes and the multitude of possible outdoor activities. With more than 600 kilometers of bicycle paths, it is difficult not to mention first of all the possibility of mountain biking on paths crisscrossing pine forests, lakes and rivers. This is a great way to enjoy a gourmet picnic under the shade of the trees. For those who love to walk on the dunes, you can enjoy walking or riding on the sand. Note that horseback riding with your feet in the water is also possible, a child's dream!
The sea is of course an essential part of the region, and several campsites in the Landes offer direct access to the beach. To take advantage of the Atlantic Ocean and its movements, Biscarosse, Mimizan-Plage, Hossegor or even Capbreton are essential seaside resorts. We like to take the time to dream on the beach, to swim and to laugh in the waves, as well as to indulge in various water activities, surfing in mind.
To vary the pleasures, you can also leave your camp-site of the Landes to join Soustons and its five peaceful lakes. Ideal for an invigorating walk. And don't forget the vineyards of Armagnac, landscapes to be privileged for the unconditional of the wine tourism. Urban escapades lead to the most beautiful towns of the Landes. Dax and its thermal baths, Roquefort and its fortress-church overlooking the river, but also the historic heart of Mont-de-Marsan are worth leaving nature for a few moments to discover a very nice architectural heritage. Gourmets will take advantage of this opportunity to stop at a few gourmet addresses and taste specialties: foie gras, duck breast and Tursan wines in particular.
