Day 1: Arcachon, Dune du Pilat and Gujan oysters
On Saturday morning, leave early from Bordeaux (8:30am departure recommended) to reach the Dune du Pilat before the crowds. The climb takes 20 minutes and the view over the Basin and the Atlantic is breathtaking.
- →8:30am: Depart Bordeaux by VTC
- →9:30am: Arrive at Dune du Pilat — climb and panorama (1h30)
- →11:30am: Oyster lunch at a Gujan-Mestras producer
- →2:00pm: Arcachon's Ville d'Hiver and casino
- →4:00pm: Stroll around the port and Basin sunset
Day 2: Cap Ferret and oyster villages
On Sunday, take the ferry from Arcachon to Cap Ferret (20 min, 8€) or ask your driver to take you there directly from your accommodation.
- →Cap Ferret Lighthouse: 360° panorama over the Basin
- →L'Herbe village: preserved fishing village
- →Atlantic beaches: deserted beaches on the ocean side
- →Seafood lunch at Le Canon or L'Herbe
- →Return to Bordeaux in the afternoon
Book your Arcachon weekend by VTC
Return journey, full day or one-way — Connect-Cab adapts to your schedule.
Practical tips to avoid the pitfalls
- →Avoid July-August weekends: traffic jams on the A63 and impossible parking
- →Low season (April-June, September-October) is ideal: fewer people, same beauty
- →Book restaurants well in advance — popular spots are reserved weeks ahead
- →Bring a jacket even in summer — the sea breeze can surprise you
- →Arcachon-Cap Ferret ferry: 10 crossings/day, expect 25-30 min queue in summer
The Arcachon Basin is a destination worth the effort. By choosing a Connect-Cab VTC from Bordeaux, you avoid parking headaches and fully enjoy every moment of your weekend.
