Lake Biscarrosse

Lake Biscarrosse, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

What to expect

Lake Biscarrosse is a natural freshwater lake in the Landes region of France, surrounded by greenery and pine trees. It's an ideal place for nature lovers and water sports enthusiasts, with a surface area of 5,600 hectares, making it the 2nd largest lake in France. The lake has several beaches, including Maguide, Ispe, and Navarrosse, which are perfect for bathing, with calm and transparent water that reaches 28° in summer. The lake also offers various leisure activities, such as canoeing, sailing, kite-surfing, and water-skiing. Additionally, the AquaPark water park is a floating paradise on the lake near Maguide, delighting families and thrill-seekers alike. For those who love green tourism, the Landes forest can be explored on foot or by bike, thanks to well-marked hiking and cycling trails. The lake is also a great spot for fishing, with a variety of fish species, including carnivorous fish, migratory fish, cyprinids, and salmonids

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A Family Holiday at Al Fresco Holidays' La Rive, Atlantic Coast, France

A Family Holiday at Al Fresco Holidays' La Rive, Atlantic Coast, France
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Lake Biscarrosse and enjoyed the beaches around its edges, which were particularly well suited for children who didn’t enjoy waves

Highlights: The beaches around Lake Biscarrosse were ideal for children who didn't enjoy waves. We found the calm waters very relaxing ✨