Nestling on the banks of the famous Arcachon Bay, the pleasant little seaside resort of Andernos-les-Bains delights holidaymakers who like swimming and sunbathing as well as oyster-loving gourmets.
Its famous pier, which stretches over 230 metres, is one of the longest in France and offers a superb view of the unique landscape of Arcachon Bay from the end. Its beautiful sandy beaches, sailing club, casino, shops, restaurants, and its oyster farm, which has a small oyster museum and offers fresh oyster tastings, are sure to delight you!
As you walk along the seafront, do not miss the ruins of the 4th-century Gallo-Roman villa, a listed Historic Monument at the foot of St. Eloi Church...
Seaside resort of Arcachon, in Gironde, Andernos-les-Bains is a must in the region because of the many attractions it offers. Old prehistoric site, the city still has remains of the Gallo-Roman era, in addition to a beautiful sandy beach overlooking the Bay of Arcachon.
Always close to its traditions, the city of Andernos-les-Bains still has a strong link with oyster farming, the industry that has made famous the Arcachon basin, and it is possible to delight the taste buds by tasting some specimens of these delicious oysters.
Between old seaside villas of the nineteenth century, the splendor of the Saint-Eloi church, or the many sports practicable on its beach, Andernos-les-Bains is definitely an ideal place for families or lovers.
There are plenty of places to discover in Andernos-les-Bains, and it is possible to admire many architectural wonders as you stroll through the alleys of the seaside resort.
The church of Saint-Éloi, of the XIth century, is one of the jewels of Andernos-les-Bains. It is charming by its magnificent friezes, its capitals, or even its murals, as well as by its ideal position at the edge of the Arcachon basin. The church of Saint-Éloi is also a relay of the famous pilgrimage of Santiago de Compostela. It is also possible to admire the remains of a Gallo-Roman villa dating from the 4th century, classified Historic Monument.
Walking along the seaside or in the city center, we discover villas with typical Arcachonese architecture, like the villa Ignota built between the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century.
Very beautiful building, the house Louis David, a former mayor of Andernos-les-Bains, today hosts a cultural center, as well as the city museum. Inside, we find some of the remains found on the Gallo-Roman ruins, as well as the municipal archives or ancient manuscripts. In the park around, it is possible to collect on the tomb of Louis David, whose sculpture was made by Raymond Delamarre.
The natural site of Quinconces is one of the last preserved natural areas of Andernos-les-Bains and its surroundings. A frequented walker's place, he was trampled by the great actress Sarah Bernhardt who stayed several times in the seaside resort.
From the pier, the longest in the basin, you can admire the fishermen's huts, as well as the entrance to the Arcachon basin.
A casino offers many entertainment in Andernos-les-Bains, with slot machines, roulette tables, or even regularly scheduled shows.
The central beach is the theater of numerous activities of leisure or nautical, like the sailing, the bathing or lazing around.
Cultural or sporting events abound at Andernos-les-Bains, a seaside resort that knows how to move its residents and attract visitors.
In July, place Andernos Jazz Festival. Major cultural event of the resort, it offers a program based international performers and concert-aperitif, shows in the streets, or afters. July is also the scene of the famous festival of the oyster including the convening of a brotherhood of oysters, tastings and other musical entertainment.
Each year in early December, the city organizes the famous festival Cabanes en Fête. It takes place on the oyster port of Andernos-les-Bains, and on this occasion animations are organized and you can taste good fresh oysters.
Throughout the year, a market takes place every Tuesday and Friday morning, outdoor, while the halls are open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday morning. In summer they are open daily. Two night markets are also organized in July and August, presenting craftsmen and gastronomy of south-west France.
Passe Marée "L'Intégrale"
- From 1 april to 5 july 2024
- Avenue du Commandant David Allegre, Port Ostréicole - dernière darse
- The Passe Marée proposes you to leave for a day by boat on the Arcachon Basin to discover the must-sees : cabanes tchanquées, Cap-Ferret (one hour stopover), Cap Ferret coastline with the oyster sports, village of l'Herbe, dune of Pilat and banc d'Arguin. - Departure from the oyster port of Andernos.
Passe Marée Andernos/Arcachon
- From 1 april to 7 july 2024
- Avenue du commandant David Allègre, Port ostréicole
- The "Passe marée" is a maritime shuttle that offers trips between Andernos and Arcachon, for a duration of 50 minutes, along the huts of the island of birds. - Please note that the crossing times are fixed according to the tides. - Don't forget to download the schedules.
Passe Marée Pilat, Banc d'Arguin et Cap-Ferret
- From 7 may to 5 july 2024
- Jetée Bélisaire au Cap -Ferret, Passe Marée
- The passe Marée offers you, from the Cap Ferret jetty and from the Arcachon basin, a discovery of the must-see sites such as the Cap Ferret peninsula, the village of l'Herbe and the Algerian chapel, the oyster beds of the Ile aux oiseaux, the Dune du Pilat, the Banc d'Arguin, the Pointe and the Conche du Mimbeau
Temps Libre Multisport : La Marche Active
- From 13 may to 21 june 2024
- With the warm weather just around the corner, it's a good time to put on your sneakers and head out with your little one, in a baby carrier, with Nordic walking poles and/or in a stroller ! - Fee : 2 ? per session, registration required.
Exposition à la Galerie d'Art
- From 29 may to 9 june 2024
- 1 Allée des Courlis, Galerie d'Art "2 Tours en Détours"
- Catherine Allain Bertin, engraver and Japanese printmaker, Anne Laurensis, ceramic potter and Patrick Laurensis, woodturner, exhibit at the "2 Tours en détours" Art Gallery.
Les Soirées du Bérive à l'Hôtel l'Andérinis
- From 1 june to 31 august 2024
- 9 Boulevard de la Plage, L'Anderenis Boutique Hôtel
- Anderenis is delighted to announce the summer resumption of Vendredis du Bérive ! - An opportunity to get together with friends or family under the setting sun from 7 to 10 pm. - Hôtel Boutique L'Anderenis, 9, boulevard de la plage - *Reservations recommended, as management reserves the right of entry.
Stages de Surf Avec l'Andade
- From 1 june to 31 august 2024
- From age 8 ! L'Andade (the wave in local dialect) is a family surf school set up by Romain Goubet in 2008. Romain and his team take care of students for around 3 hours 30 minutes, departing from Andernos. They are introduced to and/or perfect their surfing skills on the Grand Crohot beach, but also learn to discover the local environment and culture ! - Sylvie, Romain ? S wife, will be happy to provide you with details of how the school works, availability, timetables…
Les Navettes de l'École de Surf Andade !
- From 1 june to 31 august 2024
- To simplify your vacations, avoid traffic jams and limit the impact on our environment, L ? Andade offers surfing lessons and courses on the Plage du Grand Crohot, with free pick-up of trainees at defined stopping points. - Shuttle departure times from the Andernos oyster port depend on tide and wave conditions. - Allow around 3h30 between departure and return to Andernos. - Book now !
Lectures Enfantines "l'Heure Joyeuse"
- On 5 june 2024
- Esplanade du Broustic, Médiathèque Andrée Chedid
- Diane opens her bag of stories, music and fantasy boxes at the media library (Médiathèque) for all kids between 2 and 5 years old.
Exposition de Peintures Techniques Mixtes, Sculptures Bois & Métal
- From 5 to 11 june 2024
- 14 Avenue Pasteur, Maison Louis David
- Come and admire the mixed media paintings & wood and metal sculptures of Capz, Costa. I & jean-Michel Ribeyrolles in the three rooms of the Maison Louis David, located in the town center and surrounded by a pretty park and garden. - Free admission from 10.30am to 12pm and from 3pm to 6pm (times at the discretion of the artists). - Free admission.