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15 Miles to Arcachon

When I set out on this First trip of 2005 from Paris to Bordeaux, it was with a view to climb the Dune de Pyla. It is instructive to note that Arcachon is about 57 miles from Bordeaux. So it was wise to base in Bordeaux the first night and just did a leisure drive to Arcachon the following day.

First sight of Dune de Pyla!

Dune De Pyla

As I approached the bend, I saw a spetacle, like the end of the road. Instintively, I packed my car, and took this shot. This was the first impression of the Dune de Pyla:
117 meters high, and 9kilometers in lenght. It lies south of Arcachon.

Tour Guide

Maps showing the Area.

Immediately at the Car Park, you will see maps showing the entire area, and the direction to follow.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Nice beach, beautiful Dunes
Cons:Could be very tiring to do the whole dunes
In a nutshell:Its a wonder!

Last visit to Arcachon: Jan 2005
Intro Updated Apr 2, 2005
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Reviews (9)

Shops at the Dune Shopping (1)

These shops are located at the foot of the Dune. You can buy gift items such as cards and local crafts, you can also buy... more travel advice

Private Vechile to Dune de Pyla. - Arcachon

Private car Transportation (1)

I guess the only way to the dune is by private means, except there is any other group arrangements that am not aware of.... more travel advice

Climbing down is more risky Warnings and Dangers (1)

Climbing up is tiring, but climbing down this dune could be very dangerous. On this occassion, I saw a lady being helped... more travel advice

Go with your own water if you can. What to Pack (1)

You dont really need a back pack, as it would become an additional burden for the climb. It is cold up there,... more travel advice

Restaurants (1)
Sandwichs , Frites, Cafe Expresso

Things to Do (4)
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Travelogues (1)

Written Jan 8, 2005

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Arcachon and the Dune de Pyla

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sim1 Aug 2, 2008 at 6:47 AM

Great sand dunes! "Close to the sun" it is indeed... I like that title :-))
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mvtouring Feb 22, 2007 at 4:35 AM

I am hoping to climb Dune 7 in Namibia in April. This one also looks kinda gruelling ;-)
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bijo69 Feb 10, 2007 at 3:46 AM

Arcachon is probably my next stop :). Will try to climb the dune aswell!
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Jim_Eliason Jan 13, 2007 at 5:08 AM

cool sand dunes!
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matcrazy1 Apr 14, 2005 at 9:18 AM

Fantastic dunes I would love to visit someday. Well, they remind me dunes (the largest in Europe) close to Leba, Poland and in Curonian Split, Lithuania.
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easyoar Mar 22, 2005 at 2:55 PM

What a big old dune you climbed up there! Another nice page!
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kyoub Feb 4, 2005 at 2:37 PM

A great page, Toyin. It looks like fun on the dune. I don't think I would try it though.
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florry Feb 4, 2005 at 12:44 AM

I dont think i would be climbing up that dune either:)...all the best...
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craic Feb 1, 2005 at 10:20 AM

Well, I can't find the pic of you. But it is a very interesting page. Which one are you?
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keeweechic Jan 22, 2005 at 6:17 AM

That certainly is an amazing dune. A big play area. I wasn't even aware of this area... well done on the introduction