Arcachon
Visited in September 2026
At a glance
- Country
- France
- Region
- Gironde
- Population
- 11,092
- Type
- Commune in Gironde, France
- Coordinates
- 44.66°N, 1.17°W
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Overview
Arcachon is a subprefecture in the southwestern French department of Gironde. It is a popular seaside resort on the Atlantic coast 55 kilometres (34 mi) southwest of Bordeaux, in the Landes forest. It has a sandy beach and a mild climate, said to be favourable for people suffering from pulmonary complaints.
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