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Andernos-les-Bains
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Or more precisely, Andernos-les-Bains is a seaside town in the northern part of the Arcachon Basin.
Overview of Andernos
Andernos, or more precisely Andernos-les-Bains, is a seaside town in the northern part of Arcachon Basin.
Key Facts
- Type de lieu: small town.
- Intérêt touristique: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
- Localisation: in Gironde, on the northern edge of Arcachon Basin.
- Distances: Arcachon (41 km), Bordeaux (48 km), Lacanau (31 km).
- Heure locale: .
- Population: 11,700 inhabitants (2014)
- Superficie: 20 km².
- Altitude: sea level.
- Site internet: http://tourisme.andernoslesbains.fr
History of Andernos
What to See and Do in Andernos
Andernos is a lively seaside resort in season, with its beaches stretching nearly 4 kilometers. It is one of the most significant in the region.

Andernos Pier
One of the longest piers in France at 232 metres. From here, you can see the "cabanes tchanquées" – the wooden stilt huts characteristic of the Arcachon Basin.
One of the longest piers in France at 232 metres. From here, you can see the "cabanes tchanquées" – the wooden stilt huts characteristic of the Arcachon Basin.
Louis David House
A typical villa of late 19th-century seaside architecture. It is a cultural center with exhibitions and also the city museum, where part of the city's Gallo-Roman remains can be found.
A typical villa of late 19th-century seaside architecture. It is a cultural center with exhibitions and also the city museum, where part of the city's Gallo-Roman remains can be found.
Gallo-Roman Ruins of Andernos
These Gallo-Roman ruins are located in the town's old cemetery near Saint-Eloi Church.
These Gallo-Roman ruins are located in the town's old cemetery near Saint-Eloi Church.
In the Surrounding Area

Arcachon Basin
One of the main attractions of Aquitaine, featuring its small seaside resorts, the Île aux Oiseaux, the Dune of Pyla, and the Teich Ornithological Park.
One of the main attractions of Aquitaine, featuring its small seaside resorts, the Île aux Oiseaux, the Dune of Pyla, and the Teich Ornithological Park.
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Must-see & highly recommended
Arcachon Basin
★★★★ One of the main attractions of Aquitaine, featuring its small seaside resorts, the Île aux Oiseaux, the Dune of Pyla, and the Teich…
Worth a look / Other
Andernos Pier
★★ One of the longest piers in France at 232 metres. From here, you can see the "cabanes tchanquées" – the wooden stilt huts…
Louis David House
★ A typical villa of late 19th-century seaside architecture. It is a cultural center with exhibitions and also the city museum, where part of…
Gallo-Roman Ruins of Andernos
★ These Gallo-Roman ruins are located in the town's old cemetery near Saint-Eloi Church.