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Hourtin
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Both on the coast and by Lake Hourtin and Carcans, this is a seaside resort prized for its beaches, dunes, and marshes—classified as a nature reserve—as well as for surfing.
Overview of Hourtin
Both on the coast and by Lake Hourtin and Carcans, Hourtin is a seaside resort prized for its beaches, dunes, and marshes—classified as a nature reserve—as well as for surfing.
Key facts
- Type de lieu: small town.
- Intérêt touristique: (worth seeing).
- Localisation: in Gironde, west of Bordeaux in the Landes du Médoc.
- Distances: Bordeaux (62 km), Lacanau (24 km), Lesparre-Médoc (18 km).
- Heure locale: .
- Population: 3,430 inhabitants (2014).
- Superficie: 190 km².
- Altitude: sea level.
- Site internet: http://www.hourtin-medoc.com
History of Hourtin
What to see and do in Hourtin
The town’s main attractions are its beaches, located at Hourtin-Plage and renowned for surfing, as well as Lake Hourtin-Carcans with its range of activities.
Hourtin Dunes and Marshes
This is an area of dunes and marshes classified as a nature reserve. You can walk around here.
This is an area of dunes and marshes classified as a nature reserve. You can walk around here.
Hourtin Beach
Like in neighboring coastal towns, the beach is separated by a few kilometers from the village located inland. Similarly, it remains quite wild and popular with surfers.
Like in neighboring coastal towns, the beach is separated by a few kilometers from the village located inland. Similarly, it remains quite wild and 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.
Hourtin Lighthouse
Actually, there are two small brick lighthouses about 200 metres apart. You can reach them via a cycle path or a hiking trail.
Actually, there are two small brick lighthouses about 200 metres apart. You can reach them via a cycle path or a hiking trail.
In the surrounding area
Climate and weather in Hourtin
Like the rest of the coast, the town has what’s known as an Aquitaine oceanic climate. Winters are fairly mild thanks to the ocean’s proximity, and summers are warm (without being scorching). While rain is most common in winter, it can also occur year-round, including in summer as thunderstorms.
Sea temperature throughout the year
| Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hourtin | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 12 |
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Hourtin Beach
★★ Like in neighboring coastal towns, the beach is separated by a few kilometers from the village located inland. Similarly, it remains quite…
Hourtin Dunes and Marshes
★ This is an area of dunes and marshes classified as a nature reserve. You can walk around here.
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.
Hourtin Lighthouse
★ Actually, there are two small brick lighthouses about 200 metres apart. You can reach them via a cycle path or a hiking trail.