Carcans Towns and Villages in Carcans

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Province : Médoc and Haut Médoc

  • English
    • Carcans is a commune in the Gironde, located on the Aquitaine coast, which offers an exceptional living environment between ocean and forest.


      Relaxation and activities

      The town of Carcans is renowned for its diversity of landscapes. There you will find:

      • Vast beaches of fine sand : they are perfect for swimming, water sports and disconnecting.
      • A huge pine forest for walks, mountain biking and picnics.
      • Lake Hourtin-Carcans : it is the largest natural freshwater lake in France. It is ideal for sailing, kayaking or even fishing.


      You never get bored in Carcans!


      A preserved heritage

      The municipality is committed to preserving its natural environment . Many initiatives are in place to protect flora and fauna and raise awareness among the general public about the importance of respecting nature.


      A pleasant place to live

      Between activities at sea, leisure activities at the lake and entertainment all year round, Carcans is a town where life is good, whatever the season. With family or friends, the smile is essential during your stay in Gironde.

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Ride around

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Le sentier des canaux

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Le sentier du Lac à Maubuisson

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Le sentier du Lac à Maubuisson

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Le Montaut beach

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Lac de Carcans-Hourtin

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Bombannes beach

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Carcans

Address

125 Av. de Maubuisson,
33121 Carcans

Contacts

Phone : 05 56 03 21 01

GPS coordinates

45° 4'12.24"N, 1° 8'33.5"W

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