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Vieux-Boucau
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Vieux-Boucau
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A small seaside resort popular with surfers.
Overview of Vieux-Boucau
Vieux-Boucau is a small seaside resort popular with surfers.
Key facts
- Type of place: village.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
- Location: one of the smallest communes in the Landes, located on the Côte d'Argent.
- Distances:
- Local time: .
- Population: 1,553 inhabitants (2014).
- Area: 5.25 km²
- Altitude: sea level.
- Website: http://www.tourisme-vieuxboucau.com
History of Vieux-Boucau
What to see and do
The appeal of the town lies in its two vast beaches, which, like those in nearby resorts, offer great surf spots. In addition to the seaside beaches, Vieux-Boucau also has one by the lake.
In the surrounding area
Climate and weather
Like the rest of the coast, the commune 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 most common in winter, there is some throughout the year, including in summer in the form of storms.
Sea temperature throughout the year
| Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vieux-Boucau | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 12 |