What is the difficulty level of this tour?

This tour is rated easy with daily distances between 25 and 40 km on flat terrain. The cycling tracks and small roads around the Bay are ideal for leisure cyclists. An e-bike option is available.

What type of accommodation is provided?

You will stay in 2 to 4-star hotels depending on the category chosen (Comfort or Superior), with breakfast included every night.

How do I get to the starting point?

The tour starts and ends in Arcachon, which is accessible by train from Bordeaux (approximately 50 minutes). Bordeaux is well connected by TGV and Bordeaux-Mérignac airport.

What type of bike is included?

You can choose between a touring bike or an e-bike. All bikes come equipped with a lock, repair kit, rear bag, handlebar bag, phone holder, and helmet on request.

Is luggage transfer included?

Yes, your luggage is transferred between accommodations on all cycling days so you can ride with just a daypack.

Is the boat crossing included?

Yes, the boat crossing of the Arcachon Bay from Cap Ferret back to Arcachon is included in the tour price.

What is the best season for this tour?

The tour is available from April to October. The Bay area enjoys a mild maritime climate year-round. Summer offers the warmest water and longest days.

Are child bikes available?

Yes, child bikes and tag-along attachments can be rented as an extra option.

Cycling the Arcachon Bay: Oyster Villages and Pine Forests

Arcachon Bay / Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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Trekking bikeE-bike6 days / 5 nights132 km1/5EasyLoop

Short Description

Cycle around the Arcachon Bay in southwest France, discovering oyster villages, pine forests, and the wild Atlantic coast. A gentle loop through one of France's most unique coastal landscapes.

Tour Program

Day 1: Arrival in Arcachon
You will arrive in Arcachon, the elegant seaside town born from the imagination of 19th-century pioneers who believed in the magic of ocean bathing. Stroll through the Winter Town with its sumptuous Second Empire villas, wander along the waterfront, and breathe in the salt air of the Bay.
Night and breakfast in hotel.

Day 2: Arcachon – Biganos – Andernos-les-Bains (25–30 km; +20 m)
You will take the train from Arcachon to Biganos, then begin your ride along the eastern shore of the Bay. The path leads past the Port des Tuiles and through the fish reservoirs of the Domaine de Certes, where migrating birds gather in impressive numbers. You will follow the dykes with splendid views over the water before gliding into Andernos-les-Bains, a charming seaside town with a lively waterfront.
Night and breakfast in hotel.

Day 3: Andernos-les-Bains – Le Grand Crohot – Andernos-les-Bains (37 km; +30 m)
You will pedal into the vast pine forest of Cap Ferret, where the scent of resin fills the warm air and cicadas provide the soundtrack. The route leads to the wild Atlantic beaches of Le Grand Crohot, where the ocean breaks in magnificent rollers. After a swim, you will ride back through the national forest, past the oyster port of Arès and the tranquil natural banks of Saint-Brice.
Night and breakfast in hotel.

Day 4: Andernos-les-Bains – Cap Ferret – Arcachon (30 km; +20 m)
You will ride along the peninsula to the hamlet of Jane de Boy and discover the famous oyster villages of L'Herbe and Canon, where nature is beautifully preserved. The panoramic views across the Bay to the Dune du Pilat and Bird Island are simply breathtaking. At Cap Ferret, you will board a boat to cross the Bay back to Arcachon, passing the sandbanks and the iconic wooden cabins on stilts.
Night and breakfast in hotel.

Day 5: Arcachon – Le Teich – Arcachon (40 km; +10 m)
You will cycle along the shore past the seven oyster ports of Gujan-Mestras, the capital of oyster farming, where flat-bottomed boats and colourful cabins line the channels. The route continues to Le Teich bird reserve, a haven for swans, grey herons, storks, and countless migrating species. The varied landscapes of forest, prairie, and lagoon make this a peaceful and memorable final ride.
Night and breakfast in hotel.

Day 6: Departure
Departure from Arcachon.

Tour details

LoopCouplesFamiliesSelfguidedFriendsMinimum 1 personMinimum age 16 years

✅ What is included in the trip?

🏨 Overnight stay and breakfast
📲 GPS or navigation APP
💼 Luggage transfer
📞 Local telephone assistance 7/7
🗺️ Maps
🚢 The crossing of Arcachon bay by boat

❌ What is not included?

🚎 Transfers not listed as Included
✈️ Journey to/from the starting point
🍽️ Meals and drinks not listed as Included
🖼️ Entrance fees and extras not listed
🌎 Tourist taxes
🛡️ Travel insurance

🙋 Common questions

What is the difficulty level of this tour?
This tour is rated easy with daily distances between 25 and 40 km on flat terrain. The cycling tracks and small roads around the Bay are ideal for leisure cyclists. An e-bike option is available.
What type of accommodation is provided?
You will stay in 2 to 4-star hotels depending on the category chosen (Comfort or Superior), with breakfast included every night.
How do I get to the starting point?
The tour starts and ends in Arcachon, which is accessible by train from Bordeaux (approximately 50 minutes). Bordeaux is well connected by TGV and Bordeaux-Mérignac airport.
What type of bike is included?
You can choose between a touring bike or an e-bike. All bikes come equipped with a lock, repair kit, rear bag, handlebar bag, phone holder, and helmet on request.
Is luggage transfer included?
Yes, your luggage is transferred between accommodations on all cycling days so you can ride with just a daypack.
Is the boat crossing included?
Yes, the boat crossing of the Arcachon Bay from Cap Ferret back to Arcachon is included in the tour price.
What is the best season for this tour?
The tour is available from April to October. The Bay area enjoys a mild maritime climate year-round. Summer offers the warmest water and longest days.
Are child bikes available?
Yes, child bikes and tag-along attachments can be rented as an extra option.