📍 France

LANDES: OCEAN, PINE FOREST AND THERMAL SPA TRADITIONS

Pine forests as far as the eye can see, spa towns nestled in greenery, ocean beaches prized by surfers. The Landes, where unspoiled nature meets the good life.

≈ 10
Days
274
Km
9
Stops
📖 5 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Journey between Landes forests and Atlantic coast. Discover Mont-de-Marsan and its cultural identity. Enjoy Dax thermal waters. Wander Hossegor beaches, iconic surf spot. Explore Capbreton port. Walk between dunes and pines at Mimizan. The ocean structures the territory.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Mont De Marsan

city regional market heritage

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6 photos
Day 1
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Discover

1
Despiau-Wlérick Museum (sculpture).
2
Jean-Rameau Park.
3
Hot spring.
🎯

Activities

→
Madeleine Festival (July).
→
Bullfights.
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Rugby.
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Next stop
Distance: 63.3 km
Travel time: 1h03
2
Day

Dax

thermal spa healing waters

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4 photos
Day 2
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Discover

1
Archaeological crypt.
2
Marine lake.
3
Central beach.
4
Moorish villa.
🎯

Activities

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Banks of the Adour.
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Surf (world competitions).
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Summer night market.
+1 Optional activities
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Next stop
Distance: 37.7 km
Travel time: 1h15
3
Day

Hossegor

surfer beach village tradition

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5 photos
Day 3
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Discover

1
Gouf (submarine canyon).
2
Pier.
3
Marine pond.
🎯

Activities

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Mountain biking in the forest.
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Mimizan current (canoe).
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Lake (swimming).
+1 Optional activities
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Next stop
Distance: 4.1 km
Travel time: 8min
4
Day

Capbreton

fishing harbor coastal memory

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5 photos
Day 4
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Discover

1
Ocean beach.
2
Bell tower-porch (abbey remains).
3
Lake Aureilhan.
4
Seaplane Museum.
🎯

Activities

→
Discovery of Landes traditions.
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Landes Forest.
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Fish auction.
+1 Optional activities
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Next stop
Distance: 21 km
Travel time: 42min
5
Day

Vieux Boucau Les Bains

spa resort beach village

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3 photos
Day 5
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Discover

1
Lake Biscarrosse and Parentis.
2
Oil well (unique operation in metropolitan France).
🎯

Activities

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Water sports.
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Fishing.
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Cycling in the forest.
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Next stop
Distance: 64.2 km
Travel time: 1h04
6
Day

Mimizan

beach pine forest village

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3 photos
Day 6
🔍

Discover

1
Marquèze Ecomuseum (19th century Landes village).
2
Historic train.
3
Lake Aureilhan.
🎯

Activities

→
Surf.
→
Mountain biking in the forest.
→
Mimizan current (canoe).
🚗
Next stop
Distance: 26.9 km
Travel time: 54min
7
Day

Biscarrosse

lake forest beach resort

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9 photos
Day 7
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Discover

1
Seaplane Museum.
2
Lake Biscarrosse and Parentis.
🎯

Activities

→
Lake (swimming).
→
Sail).
→
Forest.
+1 Optional activities
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Next stop
Distance: 11.6 km
Travel time: 23min
8
Day

Parentis En Born

lake forest village tradition

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3 photos
Day 8
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Discover

1
Lake.
2
Oil well (unique operation in metropolitan France).
🎯

Activities

→
Water sports.
→
Fishing.
→
Cycling.
🚗
Next stop
Distance: 45.2 km
Travel time: 1h30
9
Day

Sabres

forest village regional gateway

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3 photos
Day 9
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Discover

1
Marquèze Ecomuseum (19th century Landes village).
2
Historic train.
🎯

Activities

→
Discovery of Landes traditions.
→
Landes Forest.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, blooming countryside, ideal for all regions, moderate crowds, excellent value, romantic atmosphere.

Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, peak tourist season, highest prices, crowded attractions, perfect for Mediterranean coast, festival season.

Fall (September-October): Harvest season, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, wine regions spectacular, excellent photography, good value.

Winter (November-March): Christmas markets, ski season Alps, fewer crowds, lowest prices, cozy indoor attractions, cultural experiences.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 8 and 12 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

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