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Carcans
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Like Hourtin, the municipality shares the shores of Lake Hourtin and Carcans, and also borders the sea in part.
Overview of Carcans
Like Hourtin, the municipality of Carcans shares the shores of Lake Hourtin and Carcans and also borders the sea in part.
Key Facts
- Type of place: small town.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
- Distances: Bordeaux (50 km), Lacanau (12 km).
- Local time: .
- Population: 2,350 inhabitants (2014).
- Area: 175 km².
- Altitude: sea level.
- Website: http://www.carcans.fr
History of Carcans
What to See and Do in Carcans
The main tourist attractions in the municipality are its beaches at Carcans-Plage, renowned for surfing, and Lake Hourtin-Carcans with its range of activities.
Carcans-Plage
As is common in the region, the beach is separated by a few kilometers from the town located inland. It remains quite wild, with only a few facilities, and is particularly popular with surfers.
As is common in the region, the beach is separated by a few kilometers from the town located inland. It remains quite wild, with only a few facilities, and is particularly popular with surfers.
Lake Hourtin and Carcans
Straddling the two municipalities, this is the largest freshwater lake in France. You can enjoy various water activities and swim here.
Straddling the two municipalities, this is the largest freshwater lake in France. You can enjoy various water activities and swim here.
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Climate and Weather in Carcans
Like the rest of the coast, the municipality has what is known as an Aquitaine oceanic climate. Winters are fairly mild due to the proximity of the ocean, and summers are warm (without being scorching). As for rainfall, while it is most common in winter, there is some precipitation throughout the year, including summer storms.
Sea Temperature Throughout the Year
| Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carcans | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 12 |
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Carcans-Plage
★★ As is common in the region, the beach is separated by a few kilometers from the town located inland. It remains quite wild, with only a few…
Lake Hourtin and Carcans
★ Straddling the two municipalities, this is the largest freshwater lake in France. You can enjoy various water activities and swim here.