| ETANG DE COUSSEAU (THE COUSSEAU LAKE) This shallow lake is surrounded by dunes and marshes. A path with information panels makes it possible to follow the tracks of animals, and to learn about the wide variety of flora and human activities. A network of cycle tracks leads to the entrance of the nature reserve. Awarded the Eurosite quality prize in 1994. Free nature-oriented guided tours are available all the year round, but you need to book. For information and bookings: Carcans-Maubuisson and Lacanau Tourist Offices Phone + 33(0) 556 032 101 or + 33(0) 556 033 494 |
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| LAGUNE DE CONTAUT (THE CONTAUT LAGOON) The Lagune de Contaut is one of the wetland areas which are dotted along behind the chain of coastal dunes. A wooden gangway makes it possible to get around the lagoon and explore a wooded marshy with giant ferns dotted around it: royal osmonds. A protected site. Free nature-oriented guided tours from June to September. Information and bookings: Hourtin Tourist Office Tel + 33(0) 556,091,900 |
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| THE BANKS OF THE HOURTIN LAKE You will see some very beautiful lake scenery there, including its sandy coves and its typical plant life (such as the drosera, a strange little insect-eating plant) and you may also see some otter tracks. A protected site. Free nature-oriented guided tours from June to September. Information and bookings: Hourtin Tourist Office Tel + 33(0) 556,091,900 |
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