Mimizan

Overview of Mimizan

Like most seaside resorts in the region, Mimizan is divided into two parts: one by the sea and the other inland.

Key facts

• Type of place: small town.

• Tourist interest: ★ (worth a stop if you are in the area).

• Location: in the Landes department, on the Côte d'Argent, below Biscarrosse.

• Distances:

• Local time: Heure : Mimizan.

• Population: 6,923 inhabitants (2014).

• Area: 114.8 km².

• Altitude: sea level

• Website: http://www.mimizan-tourisme.com

History of Mimizan

What to see and do in Mimizan

Not particularly touristy, the town of Mimizan offers a few characterful buildings, old washhouses, and a small Heritage House.

In the surrounding area

Climate and weather in Mimizan

Like the rest of the coast, the area has what is known as an Aquitaine oceanic climate. Winters are fairly mild thanks to the proximity of the ocean, and summers are warm (without being scorching). As for rainfall, while it is mostly present in winter, there is some throughout the year, including in summer in the form of storms.

Sea temperature throughout the year

Transport

Getting there

Getting around

Accommodation

Food

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Further information