Explore the Wonders of Ares from La Cigale

A walk for the whole family, on foot or with a pushchair, to discover a little-known place in Arès: the MGEN park and its Rabbit Trail! On the way, discover the emblematic sites of Arès: oyster port, Arès pier and UFO port! Enough to take many pictures with your children.

If there is an unusual place in Ares, it is the Ovniport and its flying saucer. A few years ago, Ares welcomed a little extraterrestrial named Azro. Young and old share a playful moment in family. Through a series of riddles and in the company of Azro and Robin, everyone learns more about astronomy. Roadmap available on request at the Tourist Office of Arès. Several towns in Gironde offer Robin's Tracks. Collect the stickers and place them on the dedicated poster. Difficulty : easy

This treasure hunt in the town takes you back in time to learn more about the history of Arès and its must-see places. Follow Robin, he tells you many anecdotes. A fun time with the family, to learn while having fun. Robin's Tracks are also available in the other towns of the department. Collect the stickers, to be placed on the collector poster. Road map and poster available free of charge on request at the Tourist Office. Duration 1h.

The MGEN park, still little known, is the guardian of hundred-year-old trees. Follow Robin to learn more about this mystical place. As a family, go from riddle to riddle to learn while having fun. You can continue the adventure by playing Robin's Tracks in other towns in the department. Remember to collect the stickers to put on the dedicated collector poster. Roadmap and poster available on request at the Tourist Office of Arès. Difficulty : easy

You will appreciate the Port Ostréicole of Arès and its string of blue, yellow and green oyster huts. Everyone in his own way spends a pleasant moment there. Gastronomes, you will enjoy yourself in one of the restaurants, installed on the port for the summer. If you prefer to taste oysters and other shellfish from the Bay of Arcachon, stop for a few moments in one of the huts that offer delicious seafood platters. The Balades à Roulettes® (BR®) are short, quiet walks, with a stroller or a small bicycle, or adapted for people with reduced mobility (in a wheelchair), proposed by the French Federation of Hiking of the Gironde.

Go to the Prés Salés nature reserve and cross this space with its different landscapes (reservoirs, forest, salt meadow, dunes...). The footbridge that blends into the landscape allows you to cross the canal of the ponds and to access the part that the locals call the "desert". Practical information: bicycles and animals are strictly forbidden.

This walk allows you to discover one of the most important sites of Arès. Through this loop. You cross the dyked and forested part of the reserve. From February to October, the Tourist Office offers guided tours with a naturalist guide. To know the detailed program, consult the heading Agenda. Practical information: cycling and animals are strictly forbidden.

To discover the city, with family and fun, Robin, the little adventurer, takes you from the Ares pier to the Oyster Port and helps you solve a series of puzzles. Concentrate hard and you'll find the right answers. To play this game, free of charge, push the doors of the Tourist Office and ask for the roadmap. Célia will also give you a poster on which you place the stickers collected throughout the Gironde.

Take your bicycle and go for a ride in the city. Through the different stages, the emblematic sites are revealed and tell you their history. On trails, on the Veldyssée or in the city, this tour is ideal to do with family, couple or friends. For your safety, please observe the traffic regulations.

Get ready to discover Arcachon Bay (known locally as the Bassin d’Arcachon), a lagune that opens out onto the ocean, making a sort of inland sea. Oyster farming, fishing and sailing are the bay’s main activities. In the centre lies ‘the Isle of Birds’ and its huts built on stilts.

In a quiet, wooded setting close to the lake and ocean beaches, we offer two-bedroom, fully-equipped wooden chalets, 200m² of private garden and a parking space on the plot. Situated 500m from the village center and 500m from cycle paths, you'll enjoy a communal swimming pool heated from June to September.

Conviviality, the ocean, cycling, water sports... ideas follow one another in the Arcachon Basin without any day being like another! We are located between Andernos and Cap-Ferret. At 1,5km from the Bassin and 7Km from the ocean, our campsite has a direct access to the 150 kilometers long cycle tracks, near the Vélodyssée and has the label "Accueil Vélo". During your stay at La Canadienne, you will taste seafood in one of the oyster farming villages, cross the Cap-Ferret to Arcachon by boat, passing by the bird island and the cabanes tchanquées, discover the majestic Dune du Pyla... On your return, you can relax in the heated swimming pool. In season, several animations are proposed to you in day and in evening. See you soon. Karine and Richard.

Everything is designed for relaxation and rest in this quiet house, located right in the center of Arès on the Bassin d'Arcachon. The Port Ostréicole, the St Brice bathing area, playgrounds, numerous bike paths and ocean beaches make this village an ideal place for vacations with family or friends. This 6-person house has 3 bedrooms (master bedroom with 160cm bed, children's bedroom with 2 90cm beds and separate bedroom with 140cm bed), a living room (TV, DVD player...). There's a covered terrace with barbecue for meals and relaxation. Children can play safely in the enclosed garden. Parasol, deckchairs, bike shelter, parking, baby equipment. Rentals in July and August from Sunday to Sunday.

"Douce Farniente" is a wooden house, located in a residential area, quiet and without opposite. Douce Farniente is ideal for a stopover near the Bassin d'Arcachon or to relax by the ocean, which is only 15 minutes away by car and less than 1 hour by bike. This cottage can accommodate 4 people. You have a nice wooden terrace of 20 m² and a private parking. Staying at Douce Farniente is the assurance of a quiet stay, with family or friends. Animals not accepted. Possible renting from 2 nights.

Le Grain de sable is a small hotel with character, ideally located for a getaway, a vacation in the Basin, or a business trip in the region. Ideally located in the immediate vicinity of the Cap Ferret peninsula, its beaches and incomparable landscapes ( 3 km )... The hotel is 450 m from the Bassin d'Arès beach. You'll be welcomed into this charming house of traditional Basco-Landaise architecture, with its 600m2 garden and beautifully landscaped swimming pool, where you can relax and enjoy a cocktail. All the hotel's rooms are spacious and fully renovated (rooms with terrace available). Private parking, WI-FI connection, Chromecast service, Canal Plus, bike storage. A delicious buffet breakfast and bar service are available. "Enjoy your stay on the Bassin and welcome to Arès! Patrizia and Alain.

Located on the outskirts of Cap-Ferret, between Bassin d'Arcachon and the Atlantic ocean, Le Clos d'Ignac is a 42 sqyds Louisiana type house with terraces and a 3 sqyds enclosed garden. This residential street is in close vicinity to the forest. Parking space, cycling path only 1 yards. Ground floor : lounge (tv)/library, dining room/lounge, wc. Upper floor : 4 double rooms with balconies (3 queensize beds, 1 double bed), shower rooms, wc, 1 bedroom for 2 adults and 1 child (1 queensize bed, 1 single bed), bathroom, wc. Diners available on request. Picnic baskets available upon request. This guest-house is open from March till 12th of November

In the village of Claouey, the campsite "Les Pastourelles" is located right on the beach. Nearby, you'll find the market, the nautical club, and the bike path to explore the peninsula. Some pitches are equipped with mobile homes and offer a 180° view of the Bassin, while other pitches are available under the pines in lodge tents. You can also come with your own tent, caravan, or motorhome. At the Cabane des Pastourelles, the reception staff will serve you your best holiday experiences on a platter. At the Cabane café, you can meet for coffee or a snack, with good products to sip and nibble on. The campsite has been awarded the "Vélodyssée" and "Accueil Vélo" labels.

Come and learn all about oyster farming! Discover the little secrets of the oyster, oyster farming tools and oyster predators, followed by a photo rally and a prize to devour.

The **** campsite is nestled in a beautiful pine forest of over 20 hectares in Claouey. The accommodation options are extensive, including wooden cabins, mobile homes, and chalets! A water park of over 2600 m² with slides and pools delights children and adults alike. Parents can enjoy aqua aerobics sessions in the heated pool, relax in the outdoor jacuzzi, or unwind in the hammam. The kids' club, supervised by animators, organizes numerous workshops: dance, sports, and environmental discovery in the nearby natural areas. The bike path that passes in front of the campsite leads to the ocean beaches or the oyster farming villages of the peninsula. On the terrace of the bar-restaurant, you can watch shows and dance at musical evenings.

Boat fishing courses on the Bay of Arcachon, suitable for all levels from the age of 8 years old, for 2 to 4 fishermen, supervised by a state-qualified fishing guide instructor, Discovery and initiations (sea bass, cuttlefish, sardines), wedged fishing (sea bream), coastal fishing (sea bass, mackerel, bonito) and tuna fishing. Possible departure from the port of La Vigne and the Canon jetty at Cap-Ferret, or from the port of Arcachon.

Built between 1868 and 1878, this church contains many curiosities. Composed of hard stones from St-Savinien (Charente-Maritime), its bell tower faces east which is the point of sunrise on September 27th (St Vincent's day). By pushing the oak doors of this religious monument, you will discover the organs installed in 1973. Atypical elements, the clams are actually 2 tridacne shells (shells from the tropics). The stained glass windows were created by the master enameller Raymond Mirande (born in 1932 in Bordeaux). It is to him that we also owe the stained glass windows of the churches of Andernos-les-Bains and St-Emilion.

For reading enthusiasts, even on holiday, the media library team offers a selection of no less than 30,000 books which is constantly being enriched each year with more than 500 new titles for adults, teenagers and children A "special holiday" subscription is also available for your greater pleasure.

The site of Quinconces remains one of the few "wild" places of the coast north Basin offering a magnificent panoramic view to discover The Pointe des Quinconces, protected and listed in the picturesque heritage of the Gironde, was the favorite walk of Sarah Bernhardt during his stay in Andernos-les-Bains. You can see the old fish tanks dug in 1840 by David Allègre, known for having built the first steam trawler in the world, "the Turbot", in Arès. Following the coastal path northwards, a wooden bridge allows you to cross the Cirès river to reach the beach of Saint-Brice in Arès.

On the edge of the Bay of Arcachon, Arès was built around its port, the most important of the Bay for centuries. There remains a beautiful 18th century pier, lined with its old cannons, now dedicated to pleasure boating. In the town, you will find the Arès tower, an old windmill and the Ovniport, always ready to welcome aliens. A few steps away, the castle of Arès, the church of Saint-Vincent de Paul illuminated by the magnificent stained glass windows of Raymond Mirande and old houses like the house Bardet. The old airy house of Arès, created by the Wallerstein foundation to welcome children threatened by tuberculosis, is the result of a collaboration between the medical profession and a Parisian architectural firm. The buildings of the airyrium represent the archetype of all medical establishments for children built in France between the two wars.

Enhancing urban space! This is the ambition of the Arès Street Art project. This artistic expression gives residents a new perception of their environment, enabling them to discover or rediscover their territory. Highlighting the flora and fauna of the Bay of Arcachon and sublimating... again and again, our Arès territory.

Situated on the edge of the Oyster Port and the Nature Reserve of the Salt Meadows, you will enjoy a typical view of the Arcachon Basin. Sheltered by plane tree mulberry trees, you can enjoy your picnic in complete serenity! Our little tip: buy oysters in one of the huts in the port. Open within the limit of 10 people.

Built on the "Landes Belt" line (linking the Médoc to the Landes), the station allows the ports of the Nord Bassin to open up to tourism, especially in the summer, with the so-called "pleasure" trains, intended for the most disadvantaged. Bordeaux is now only two hours away from Arès. It was at this time that the Avenue de la Gare and the Avenue du Port were born. Close to the old train station, you will now find a playground for children and the Pétanque club ground. Without forgetting the old railway line which has been rehabilitated into a cycle track and allows you to go around the Bassin d'Arcachon by bicycle.

Welcome to our terrace with an ideal view on the entrance of the port of Andernos and the Arcachon Bay. In a friendly and pleasant atmosphere, come taste our oysters born and raised in the Arcachon Bay (around the Bird Island) and the Banc d'Arguin to garanty you the best quality. Some delicacies have been selected to complete your tastings : white wine or rosé, pâtés, shrimps, spicy whelks.

An essential element of the Oyster Port, this wooden statue of Niangon was created by the sculptor Dominique Pios and installed in 1997. With a height of 4m30, it took 600 hours of work to make it. Symbolizing water, the Femme Océane is recognizable by its rounded shapes.

The commune of Arès wanted to highlight the motto, but also the values that are dear to all of us, the values of the Republic: "Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité, Laïcité" (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity, Secularity). On this occasion, the square's 1st portrait was unveiled in tribute to Jean-Moulin, a leading figure in the French Resistance.

Crep'eat offers you an alternative to the eternal ham and butter. You will find complete, healthy and balanced menus, without forgetting the gourmets. Pancakes for everyone, while respecting the Breton tradition and emphasizing the quality of the products.

In full center of Lège, the restaurant Bistro Karlo proposes a traditional kitchen with a formula of midday but also a chart with fish and pizzas. From the beautiful days, the service is also assured in terrace.

In Lège, at the edge of the town hall square, the restaurant le Chat Toqué proposes a traditional cuisine with a lunch formula but also a menu with fish, grilled meat or carpaccio. From the beautiful days, the service is also ensured on the terrace of the establishment.

Fumette is a 100% sustainable and local artisanal fish smoker based in Lège-Cap Ferret. Since 2020, Fumette has been smoking the fruits of local fishing and offering tastings on its terrace every summer. Planks of smoked fish and other home-made iodized suggestions (fresh trout rillettes, tarama, etc.) are enjoyed as aperitifs on the terrace, accompanied by a selection of natural wine and local beer.

On the road leading to the beaches of Grand Crohot in Lège, the Atelier des Pains offers cakes, pastries, breads, sandwiches, pizzas, salads, quiches, hot and cold drinks.

At the entrance of the oyster port in Claouey, the Crêperie du Port offers you to have your breakfast at the water's edge, the service starts at 9 am on the shaded terrace with a view on the basin. You will also be able to eat with buckwheat pancakes, hot or cold sandwiches, fish and chips, various salads. During the day you can nibble on sweet pancakes and homemade waffles. The must, we also serve home-made sorbets and ice creams from the Bassin Ô Sorbet d'Amour !

Point Break is both a restaurant and a bar/café with terrace, offering an affordable lunch menu featuring fresh produce and home cooking. In the evening, an aperitif with homemade tapas and a fine selection of draught beers and cocktails served generously. Themed evenings and match broadcasts are organized throughout the year to liven up the village!

At Heiko's, you can enjoy Poké Bowls made right in front of you: It's a cuisine that's as healthy as it is gourmet! Made with quality ingredients, Heiko?s recipes will take you to the other side of the world, from the very first bite. To take away or on site.

Com.D.Roy proposes traditional and creative dishes with various flavors. Concerts are organised all summer.

Colette welcomes you to her trendy restaurant in the heart of Claouey, a stone's throw from the Bassin beach. The menu offers a wide choice of burgers with original recipes and top-quality fresh produce. Burgers are served on their own or with home fries.

In a quiet, wooded setting close to the lake and ocean beaches, we offer two-bedroom, fully-equipped wooden chalets, 200m² of private garden and a parking space on the plot. Situated 500m from the village center and 500m from cycle paths, you'll enjoy a communal swimming pool heated from June to September.

Very beautiful contemporary villa of 200 m2 for 10 persons with heated swimming pool from May to September, closed garden, at 5 minutes from the beaches of the Basin. Located in a quiet and residential area, this villa with modern decoration benefits from a beautiful luminosity and offers beautiful services. Close to the beaches of the Basin and the Ocean, in direct proximity with the cycle tracks.

Arès, a town on the Bassin d'Arcachon, is ideal for a relaxing break in the heart of nature. Nathalie welcomes you in a contemporary, quiet house with 4 double rooms and one single room with private shower room and toilet, heating, wifi, terrace or balcony and mini-fridge. The semi-covered swimming pool is heated from May to the end of October, so you can cool off in peace and quiet. Just off the Vélodyssée cycle path, you'll find easy access to Arès town center, the ocean beaches and Andernos-les-Bains. Breakfast is included in the price and is served in a friendly atmosphere. The establishment is entirely non-smoking. Parking in front of the house.

Welcome to Arès, a pretty town in the Bay of Arcachon, known for its Oyster Port, its protected natural areas and its famous Oyster Festival. Your holiday home is located in a quiet area close to the beaches of the Bay of Arcachon. By the bicycle path or on foot, you can easily access the town centre and its shops, the swimming plan of St Brice ideal for families. Cap Ferret, the Grand Crohot beach (surf spot), Bordeaux are also accessible by bus, car or bicycle. The house is equipped with a swimming pool (secured by an automated curtain) and a SPA to blow after a day of beaches. In the evening, you settle down on the 200 m² terrace for a moment with friends or family. 2 bicycles are at your disposal. Labelled FAMILY PLUS, it is the guarantee of services adapted for a successful family stay.

You stay in a house apartment with a garden of 50m², in a quiet residence, 400m from the oyster port and 300m from the city center and shops. You benefit from a large equipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and a shower room. Possibility of baby bed. Private parking for 2 cars.

Your real holiday starts here, in Arès, located on the Bassin d'Arcachon. Arès is appreciated for its large preserved natural spaces, its convivial festivities such as the Oyster Festival. Bicycle paths are never far away and allow you to move safely to the beaches and villages around. You will stay in a 120 m² house, composed of 4 bedrooms and able to accommodate 9 people. The house offers you a living room and kitchen area The heated swimming pool and the jaccuzi without opposite offer you a pleasant moment of relaxation. You are in a quiet area, close to the cycle track and shops. Umbrella bed, high chair, baby bath and games are at your disposal.

Whether you're staying with friends or family, this charming house is located on a housing estate, with a fully enclosed garden (800 m² plot). Children (and pets) can play safely in the garden. In this restful home, you'll find all the comforts you need for a pleasant vacation: 2 bedrooms with double beds, a bright living room and a mezzanine (with an extra 160cm bed). You're close to the town center, cycle paths, beach, port, nature reserves and 15 minutes from the ocean. The Dune du Pilat and the city of Bordeaux are less than 1 hour away. I'm passionate about the area and know it fairly well, so I'll be delighted to welcome you and give you all the addresses and tips you need, according to your tastes and desires. Optional: cleaning and linen hire. Philippe

Le Crocolion accommodation is located in Arès, 800 m and 1.4 km respectively from these places of interest: Plage d'Arès and Plage de La Conche Saint-Brice. It offers facilities such as free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TV. This apartment is 2.6 km and 36 km from : Plage des Quinconces and La Coccinelle amusement park. This air-conditioned apartment has 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with fridge and coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with shower and hairdryer. Towels and bed linen are provided. The apartment is ideally located for exploring the many places of interest around the Bay of Arcachon. The nearest airport is 33 km away. Couples particularly appreciate this location.

Conviviality, the ocean, cycling, water sports... ideas follow one another in the Arcachon Basin without any day being like another! We are located between Andernos and Cap-Ferret. At 1,5km from the Bassin and 7Km from the ocean, our campsite has a direct access to the 150 kilometers long cycle tracks, near the Vélodyssée and has the label "Accueil Vélo". During your stay at La Canadienne, you will taste seafood in one of the oyster farming villages, cross the Cap-Ferret to Arcachon by boat, passing by the bird island and the cabanes tchanquées, discover the majestic Dune du Pyla... On your return, you can relax in the heated swimming pool. In season, several animations are proposed to you in day and in evening. See you soon. Karine and Richard.

Everything is designed for relaxation and rest in this quiet house, located right in the center of Arès on the Bassin d'Arcachon. The Port Ostréicole, the St Brice bathing area, playgrounds, numerous bike paths and ocean beaches make this village an ideal place for vacations with family or friends. This 6-person house has 3 bedrooms (master bedroom with 160cm bed, children's bedroom with 2 90cm beds and separate bedroom with 140cm bed), a living room (TV, DVD player...). There's a covered terrace with barbecue for meals and relaxation. Children can play safely in the enclosed garden. Parasol, deckchairs, bike shelter, parking, baby equipment. Rentals in July and August from Sunday to Sunday.