Attractions and activities

Wine estate offering guided tours and tastings of Armagnac and local wines.

12 km from Royan, troglodyte site on the right bank of the Gironde Estuary. Dwellings carved by humans in the 19th century, in the heart of white limestone cliffs.

Depart from the port of Biganos in a traditional flat-bottomed boat, piloted by a boatman, for a guided and supervised commented outing.

Designed as an ecomuseum, it traces the history of the wet marshlands and their inhabitants. Temporary and permanent exhibitions, film screenings, shop selling books, artisanal and regional products.

A jewel of architecture built to glorify the kings of France. Splendid panorama between sky and sea, accessible by boat from Royan or Le Verdon. Visits led by the lighthouse keepers. Good physical condition required.

North of Hendaye, neo-Gothic residence designed as a scientific observatory. Landscaped park overlooking cliffs and the ocean. Conservatoire du littoral protecting fauna and flora.

One of the most spectacular aquariums in Europe, located right in the center of Biarritz. A fascinating discovery of the Gulf Stream, from the seabed of the Bay of Biscay to the Caribbean and Indo-Pacific seas.

One of the largest private aquariums in Europe. Areas designed for young visitors and families. 600 animal species housed.

Discover the Arsenal des Mers, an ocean of history in Rochefort. La Fabrique de l’Arsenal, a true living shipyard, presents the maritime arsenal through the men and skills behind it, from the epic of the Hermione to the restoration of the Noé. The Corderie Royale, the longest monument in France. The National Maritime Museum, retracing nearly 400 years of naval history. Accro-Mâts adventure park, an unusual high-ropes course on masts.

Exhibition and conference center for professional and sustainable events on the outskirts of La Rochelle.