Hourtin
Small town and seaside resort, half way up the west coast of the Médoc peninsula
Part of the Médoc's Lakes which is made up of the municipalities of Lacanau, Carcans, and Hourtin.
One of the smaller seafront resorts along the coastline, with Lacanau being the largest, Hourtin Plage is an attractive and well maintained tourist destination.
The town of Hourtin itself is about 12km inland and is a quiet, pretty town with an open green space in the centre, near to the church. There is a purpose built cycle path that runs between the town and the coast so one can be easily accessed from the other.
History & Culture in Hourtin
Hourtin town is situated on the shores of the largest fresh water lake in France - Lac d'Hourtin. There is a nice sandy lake side beach here which is calmer than its sister beach on the Atlantic ocean and great for children to enjoy.
Sights & Attractions in Hourtin
Beaches in Hourtin
In addition to the lake side beach the main Plage Hourtin on the Atlantic ocean is backed by low dunes and a beautiful forest area that is typical of the region. It is, as the others along this coast are, popular with surfers. With a strong undertow so caution should be taken if you are considering swimming here.
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Hourtin Lakeside Beach, Hourtin
Located 2.4 km away
A protected natural reserve with wild marshes, sand dunes and pine forests, this huge body of water is perfect for outdoor activities such as sailing, swimming, water skiing, windsurfing, canoeing, fishing, kite surfing, paddle boarding, or walking and biking along the trails and cycle paths that line the shores of the lake.
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Hourtin Plage Beach, Hourtin
Located 9.8 km away
Just 12km away from the town of Hourtin, the beach of Hourtin Plage sits on the Atlantic ocean and offers a wide range of watersports for all levels.
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Carcans Plage Beach, Carcans
Located 15.6 km away
Backed by the small town of Carcans Océan, this white sand beach on the western Atlantic coast is a popular surf spot.
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Lacanau Ocean Beach, Lacanau
Located 24.0 km away
Over time, the wind and ocean currents have gradually created a wall of sand dunes, behind which streams and rivers have allowed the formation of lakes and freshwater ponds.
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La Plage Le Porge Oceane Beach, Le Porge
Located 35.3 km away
Le Porge beach is also known for its large waves and strong undertow, even if the rescuers are not far away, you must remain cautious as you would for many of the ocean beaches.
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Soulac-sur-Mer Beaches
Located 37.0 km away
The beaches extend to 7km of fine-sand beaches along the Atlantic coast; Centre Beach, South Beach and Amelie Beach making up the most popular and closest to the town.
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Hotels in Hourtin
Hotels in Hourtin
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Atlantic Villa, Hourtin
Located in Hourtin
Atlantic Villa is located on a quiet private road just a 2 minute walk from the centre of Hourtin where you will find all the local amenities and shops, 800 metres from the Hourtin lake.
