Écomusée de Marquèze: a journey through time

Have you ever wondered what there is to see in Biscarrosse on theLandes coast? We have the answer! Discoverthe Marquèze Ecomuseumduring your stay ata nature-themed hotel in Biscarrosse Lac.

A Journey Through Time at the Marquèze Ecomuseum

The Marquèze Ecomuseum takes visitors on a journey through time. So, when you visit this open-air museum, you’ll be transported back in time to 1870.

The little train, with its themed cars , allows visitors to explore the Landes department as it was in a bygone era and through several themed areas. In particular, you’ll discover:

• many tips about medicinal plants

• the lives of shepherds and the methods for oobtain wool

• how to harvest wheat and operate a mill

• Bread-making of bread (a typical recipe from the Landes region in 1890)

  Activities and trails for the whole family

Activities for Children and School Groups

The activities on offer are just as fascinating for children as they are for adults. The Marquèze Ecomuseum in Sabres also offers activities tailored to school groups. Children ages 7 to 12 (middle school) can take part in a variety of activities. They can learn how to bake bread, watch wool being made, and enjoy other enriching experiences. Atemporary exhibitionis also on display, featuring a theme related to the Landes de Gascogne region.

Digital Adventures on a Tablet

Three tours are also available on tablets, so you can download the adventure and follow the steps as you explore with the kids. The three themes are:

• "In the Footsteps of the Sharecroppers," a 2-hour tour, features "Pierre," the story’s protagonist, who guides you through his way of llife

• “In the Footsteps of Women of That Era,” a 2-hour tour. “Jeanne,” the wife of the estate’s owner, invites you to follow her through a typical day"

• "A fun walking tour" to discover the daily lives of all the residents in 1 hour and 30 minutes .

  Group Packages and Dining Options

The eco-museum accepts reservations for groups of ten or more. Groups of 10 can participate in specially organized activities; you can choose from various workshops, such as an introduction to gemmage (the harvesting of pine sap). As part of thispackage, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a themed meal featuring traditional Landesrecipes from that era!

A unique immersion in regional history

The Marquèze Ecomuseum in Sabres, near Biscarrosse, is as fascinating as it is entertaining. Fans of regional history and historical reenactments will be in heaven. Step back in time and get readyto say hello to the sheep, meet thevillagers, and discover the history of the Landes de Gascogne in 1890 as you stroll through the Marquèze Ecomuseum in Sabres!

Many other sights and activities await you on the Côte d’Argent during your vacation in southwestern France: take a walk through the Landes Forest or the Landes de Gascogne Regional Nature Park, go for a swim in the Atlantic Ocean, watch a course landaise, or head further south to the Courant d’Huchet Nature Reserve!

Your ideal vacation home in Slow Village Biscarrosse

Many other visits and activities await you on the Côte d'Argent for your vacations in the South West such as a stroll in the Landes forest or in the Landes de Gascogne regional nature park de Gascogne, swim in the Atlantic Oceanwatch a landaise race, or head further south to the courants d'Huchet nature reserve!