What to do in Les Landes? What you should not miss!
Are you wondering what to do in Les Landes and what to visit during your holiday at Camping ***** Le Vieux Port? We have the answer!
If you still don't know what to do during your next camping holiday in the Landes? Here are some ideas for cultural outings, leisure activities, walks, sports and relaxation... All your holiday desires will be fulfilled! Follow the guide!
CYCLING IN THE LANDES
If you like cycling, you will be well served! The Landes offers a concentration of cycle routes accessible to all. From the Vélodyssée, which runs along the Landes coast, to the Landes forest, via the greenways of Chalosse, there are more than 500 kilometres of cycle paths, plus almost 1,700 km of cycle tourism routes dedicated to bikes! For more information: www.cotelandesnaturetourisme.com
HIKING IN THE LANDES
Whether it's a sporting hike or a discovery walk, by the sea, in the forest or around lakes, all paths lead to escape! Take advantage of your camping holiday in the Landes to explore more than 3,500 km of marked routes and paths for hiking alone, with family or friends. Fans of long-distance hiking will not want to miss the GR 65, the GR 654 or the GR 655. This is a great way to clear your mind and oxygenate your body while discovering the rich natural and cultural heritage of the Landes!
VISIT THE LANDES MUSEUMS
There are many museums to visit in the Landes! The Écomusée de Marquèze in Sabres, the Musée de la Chalosse in Montfort-en-Chalosse and the Écomusée de l'Armagnac in Labastide-d'Armagnac are dedicated to the agricultural heritage of the Landes. More picturesque, the Musée de la Course Landaise in Bascons is also worth a visit. More unusual, the ALAT and Helicopter Museum in Dax and the Hydraviation Museum in Biscarrosse will give you a little more height! Finally, the House and Archaeological Park of the Lady of Brassempouy are also among the must-see visits during your camping trip. Exciting and informative! Find out more about the museums in the Landes!
PRACTICE YOUR FAVOURITE WATER SPORT ON THE LANDES COAST
Among the water sports that you can practice during your holidays in Les Landes, surfing is the flagship sport of the Aquitaine coastline, whether in Messanges, Hossegor, Capbreton or Seignosse. But there are plenty of others, such as kitesurfing, sea kayaking, stand-up paddling, windsurfing, catamaran sailing... Do not hesitate to consult our article dedicated to water sports in the Landes!
STROLL ON THE LANDES MARKETS
The Landes markets are a must-see during the holidays. The Saint-Roch market in Mont-de-Marsan is the favourite of the Landes people, but you will also enjoy strolling through the alleys of the Biscarrosse or Dax markets to fill your basket with the best local products, including foie gras, duck confit and Landes poultry! To find out more about Landes gastronomy, click here!
Of course, there are many other things to do and see in Les Landes. As soon as you arrive at the campsite, don't hesitate to ask our reception team for advice and they will be happy to tell you more! See you soon!
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