The Site naturel des Quinconces is one of the last remaining natural areas on the shore of the Bassin d’Arcachon. This area includes woodland, a freshwater pond, a river, former fish ponds, mudflats and salt marshes.
Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Andernos-les-Bains plans their trip around this destination.
Nature and landscape
During the “Les trésors de la plage” activity, the diverse flora and fauna of the mudflats can be observed at low tide. The Chemin Cultur’Forme combines walking, physical activity and cultural discoveries in natural surroundings; it includes audio content as well as videos with exercises.
Culture and history
Completed in 1908, the Maison Louis David reflects the typical architecture of seaside villas on the Bassin d’Arcachon. From March to October, it presents exhibitions of visual art, including painting, sculpture, photography and digital art.
The Maison Louis David also houses the municipal museum. It displays flint stones and tools from Bétey, providing evidence of prehistoric settlement from 8,500 to 2,500 BC. A guided cultural and nature walk in Andernos leads to local villas and Gallo-Roman ruins while also introducing visitors to the ecosystem of the Bassin d’Arcachon.
The Gallo-Roman substructures in the former cemetery south of the church were placed under protection by a decree dated 27 January 1933. The Théâtre La Dolce Vita presents performing arts productions in a 350-seat auditorium.
Harbour and oyster farming
The Port ostréicole is used jointly for fishing, oyster farming and recreational boating. At the Port d’Andernos, an introduction to oyster farming provides insights into oyster farmers’ tools and the enemies of oysters; this is followed by a photo rally.
The nautical landing stage is located at the end of the pier in the centre of Andernos-les-Bains.
Stories by the sea
During the narrated beach walk “Contes et Légendes du bord de mer”, stories from the sea and the land are told using items washed up on the beach.
