FamxplorLac de la Prade
What to expect
Lac de la Prade is a protected ornithological reserve located in Bazas, France. The reserve is home to exceptional flora and fauna, including a large colony of gray herons and pairs of great crested grebes. The site features a marked footpath, educational facilities, and fishing pontoons, making it an ideal spot for bird watching and nature observation. The lake is also part of the Girondin priority sites for dry orchid lawns. The area offers a quiet and peaceful environment, with picnic tables and a boucle de randonnée, an 8-kilometer hiking trail. The site is suitable for families and offers various activities, such as observations of nocturnal birds of prey, treasure hunts, and guided walks. It is also possible to attend free events and animations throughout the year, including film screenings and astronomy nights
Plan your family visit to the Lac de la Prade with these blog insights đŸ‘‡
Slow tourism in Gironde by bike
Activities: We visited the Lac de la Prade, a natural lake known for its dry grasslands and orchid species. A guide showed us the different ecosystems and taught us about the plants and their properties
Highlights: The kids loved making a kazoo and collecting natural materials for a nest. We all learned about the diverse ecosystem of the lake and its unique plants ✨