The Lakes and Canals

Yet another aspect of life in Biscarrosse... With three lakes having a total area of 23,000 acres (9 300 hectares) connected by a canal, another way of life in Biscarrosse is revealed. With water the colour of turquoise and beaches protected by the pine forests, there are small unexpected marinas dotted around the lakes. Everyone has their favourite lake The "North Lake" (also known as Lake Cazaux Sanguinet) is the one favoured by holiday makers. With borders of beautiful beaches of white sand, the lake’s is about 7 miles across by 7 miles length (11 kilometres by 11 kilometres). The water reaches a superb temperature of 82°F (28°C) in summer. As the water around the lake is shallow and with two areas of supervised bathing, it is the ideal destination for families with young children.

You can stay at three sites :

Conche d’ Ispe, near a golf course Maguide Port, with marinas, nautical activities, beaches, restaurants and children’s activities Navarrosse, with camp-sites, a marina and nautical activites Although there is fishing on the three lakes, it is on the "Small Lake" (Petit Lac), located between the South Lake and the North Lake, that fishermen will find the ideal environment to practise their hobby.

On the "South Lake" (also known as Lake Biscarrosse Parentis), you will also discover a history of aeronautics by visiting the Museum of Seaplane (Musée de l’Hydraviation) at Latécoère.

The delights of the lakes There are a thousand and one ways of discovering this beautiful part of Biscarrosse : strolling in the forest surrounding the lakes, paddling a canöe, parascending, water skiing, diving, snorkelling, fishing (the list is endless) ...