Camping Bel Air Village le Lac de Cazaux

Sporty families will likely spend time down at Lake Cazaux, but if you have a yen for a day at the seaside, Plage de la Corniche is only 20 minutes’ drive away. A bit further south is a curious landmark – the ever-shifting Dune du Pilat (25 minutes’ drive), which towers high above the Atlantic coastline. It’s so high that daredevils can go paragliding off its summit when the wind conditions are right. The Bassin d’Arcachon is another stunning spot. Take the binoculars to watch flocks of waders in the Réserve Ornithologique du Teich (both 25 minutes), follow the Sentier du Littoral coast path between Lanton and Audenge (an hour) or taste the local speciality oysters in waterside seafood restaurants. If the kids are demanding a bit more action, let them loose on the floating obstacle course at Aquapark Biscarrosse (35 minutes) or the treetop ropes at Bisc’Aventure (40 minutes). There are also waterslides and a lazy river to suit all the family at Aqualand Bassin d’Arcachon (45 minutes).