Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

Plage Arcachon

Plage Arcachon is a popular beach located in France. It is known for its beautiful sea shore and smooth sand, making it a favorite among visitors. The beach is particularly suitable for families, although it can get crowded at times.

Parking at Plage Arcachon can be challenging due to its popularity. Visitors are advised to arrive early to secure a spot.

One of the natural characteristics of Plage Arcachon is the presence of strong currents. This can make swimming a bit dangerous, especially for young children, and visitors are advised to exercise caution.

Discover places to stay near Plage Arcachon and enjoy the smooth sands of this beautiful French beach.

In recent times, the area has been affected by wildfires, leading to early leaves and partially forced evacuations. Despite these challenges, Plage Arcachon remains one of the most beautiful and highly recommended beaches in France.

What to do at Plage Arcachon?

Amenities

Plage Arcachon amenities include parking.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Plage Arcachon include Restaurant Côté d'Arguin, Snack, Restaurant Le Sept and Le Bikini.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and family-friendly nature of the beach, with its smooth sand and stunning views being particularly appreciated. The calm sea shore is also frequently mentioned as a positive aspect. However, visitors complain about the difficulty in finding parking and the strong currents that can make swimming dangerous, especially for children.

Where to Stay near Plage Arcachon?

Most visitors to Plage Arcachon prefer to stay in the town of Arcachon itself, which offers a range of accommodations from hotels to holiday rentals within walking distance of the beach. For those looking to explore more of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, nearby towns such as La Teste-de-Buch and Gujan-Mestras provide additional lodging options and easy access to local attractions beyond the beach.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

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Where is Plage Arcachon?

Latitude: 44.6531129 / Longitude: -1.1960739

Plage Arcachon is located in Nouvelle-Aquitaine. The following map of Plage Arcachon shows the exact location.

Plage Arcachon: Weather Today

📅 Tuesday, September 9, 2025
It's an average beach day at Plage Arcachon. The maximum air temperature will be 20.6 °C, with a sea temperature of 21.4 °C. The sun will be mostly hidden behind the clouds. There is a slight chance of rain, so it might be wise to bring an umbrella just in case. The wind will be moderate, and the waves will be high, so be careful if you decide to swim.
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Air

Low / High17.1°C/20.6°C
Feels Like (High)19.3°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature21.4 °C
Wave Height1.8 m
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Rain

Rain Chance15%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:37/20:27
Sunshine Hours10.1 hrs
UV Index5.7
Cloud Cover82%
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Wind

Speed15.1 km/h
Gusts28.8 km/h
DirectionNW

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