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Nestled along the Atlantic coast in Southwestern France, often overlooked by the tourists for the more popular Paris, French Rivera or the Champagne region, lies the small but magnificent beach town of Arcachon. Famous for its expansive beaches, fresh oysters, the majestic Dune du Pilat, Arcachon truly captures the essence of coastal France. Whether you want to experience slow-living and spend a leisure day at the beach or whether you want to improve your surfing and sailing skills and finish the day at the casino well into the wee hours of the morning, Arcachon offers a unique blend of experiences that is both tranquil and invigorating. In April 2024, my trip to France brought me to Paris and Bordeaux, where I had the opportunity to explore numerous tourist attractions including the world-renowned vineyards of Saint-Émilion. And then I decided to visit Aracachon, a place I had never heard of before, but a place whose elegance and radiance is now etched in my memory for a lifetime. From Bordeaux, Arcachon is less than an hour train ride away and the Gare d’Arcachon (train station of Arcachon) is less than 100 metres away from the main beach (Plage d’Arcachon) and the city centre. And these, are a sight to behold!! From the beach volleyball players, chic boutiques and people savouring seafood delicacies, I knew I was in for a delight. My first destination was the ‘Dune du Pilat.’ The bus Baïa, ligne 3 (line 3) goes directly to the dune from the station (and back for €2/- one way), or you can bring your bikes with you from Bordeaux, OR you can walk the 9 km route along the beautiful city or …

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