The most beautiful natural sites to discover Aquitaine

Municipal authorization of June 8, 1994.

Naturism is permitted near the military observatory. Mixed attendance. Large parking lot and many people in the summer.

The beautiful beaches of Verdon-sur-Mer extend from the lighthouse (Pointe de Grave) to Soulac (north beach). Surveillance point near Saint-Nicolas Lighthouse, and after the Rock Saint-Nicolas the beach changes name according to sectors: Maison de Grave and then Cantines. The ocean beach is monitored. Dogs kept on a leash.

Only dogs kept in leave

During a pleasant walk, in the middle of nature, you will discover the site of the Gardens of Bernatère. The association Bernatère created modifications there to revive this part of the valley, as in the Middle Ages. It has in particular installed a vegetable garden which aims to highlight Béarnaises traditions and the culture according to biological methods: a beautiful initiative. Today this place is classified as remarkable garden. The nature around is splendid with the stream of Bernatère, which leads to a waterfall that spouts out with a drop of more than 7 meters just before the mill of Minvielle, continuing its way around the other three mills, ruined, let imagine the activity of the 19th century around salt, white gold.

In fact, Grotte de Beaussac is a small underground stream accessible to everyone from 9 years old. You'd better wear a pair of rubber boots because the first part requires to cross some water holes of approximately 50 centimetres in height as well as waterproof clothing. The accessories for the initiation to speleology are provided. Then, the soil is made of gravels to reach 600 meters further, at the bottom of the cavity. This is an important spot of concretions with ceilings approximately 8 meters in height. Various sets of themes are applied during the visit: genesis speleology, underground fauna, concretions, prehistoric man and caveman. This visit allows you to play safely as a potholer and to discover what nature has created for centuries. 

Discovered in 1878, the cave of Lastournelle is located a few steps from Villeneuve-sur-Lot. It has a bar, a snack bar, a shop and games such as turnstile, swings, treasure hunt, etc. Its seven rooms can be visited in 45 minutes, with a guide, or through original animations. These are offered on dates available on the website. Among them is The Speleological Adventure, aimed at children and which will allow them to solve puzzles and take up challenges. Themed treasure hunts are also organized during the holiday season: Halloween, Christmas, Easter...

Price: 7,50 €.

Duration: variable.

Difficulty: easy to difficult

One of the many Club du Soleil that works in Bordeaux and the region to represent the interests and values of naturism in the largest naturist region of France through various actions throughout the year. In good weather, its members work at the Centre Hélio-marin de Montalivet.

The Flora Atlantica farm is becoming a must. Take advantage of its ecology boom and holiday makers that come with it. As soon as you get to the farm, visitors will be immersed in an invisible world with fitted sunglasses. The botany farm offers a visit to its greenhouse that identifies plant species that are found only on the Gironde coast. To discover a variety of herbs, two solutions are available: the free tour or that accompanied by a horticulturist. Through his comments and anecdotes, medicinal plants or herb spices on the waterfront will have no secret for you. Creative workshops and introduction to eco-gardening will be helpful for you to become familiar with the ancient art of plant weaving. You can then go back with a local and original souvenir that you will know how to keep! Walking or horse rides in the region are also organized, with tasting of local products.