Lake Cazaux and Sanguinet

In the Landes Great Lakes region, the Cazaux and Sanguinet lake is appreciated for its proximity to the ocean and for its many water sports and leisure activities.
From our open-air hotel in Biscarrosse, you're just 3 kilometers from the Étang de Cazaux et de Sanguinet.

A large lake in the Landes region, Lac de Cazaux et de Sanguinet is located in the northern Landes region, less than 20 kilometers from the Arcachon Basin.
The freshwater lake straddles the municipalities of Sanguinet to the east, La Teste-de-Buch to the west, Cazaux to the north and Biscarrosse to the south.
The lake, also known as "Etang de Sanguinet", is linked to the Lac de Biscarrosse-Parentis, located just below, by the Canal du Littoral des Landes.
Between the two large lakes lies the petit étang de Biscarrosse.
Lac de Cazaux et de Sanguinet lies in the heart of the Landes forest, and its western shores are just 4 kilometers from the ocean.

An exceptional stretch of freshwater, the Etang de Cazaux est Sanguinet is the perfect setting for a nature vacation.
The thousands of hectares of the Etang de Cazaux, or northern lake, are particularly appreciated for their calm.
Their wooded banks are ideal for rejuvenating nature walks. A variety of outdoor activities make for a revitalizing stay.
With its warm, shallow beaches, sun-drenched paths shaded by tall pines and endless expanse of water to navigate, Lac de Cazaux et Sanguinet offers a precious environment in which to relax.
It invites you to enjoy a gentle way of life, between invigorating outdoor activities at the Biscarrosse Lac resort and quiet, relaxing family activities.

With its clear, shallow waters along the banks, Lac de Cazaux and Lac de Sanguinet is first and foremost a popular swimming destination.
Its calm beaches offer a safer environment than ocean beaches for families with young children.
The temperature is even more pleasant for swimming and water games, reaching 28°C in summer.
At the water's edge, you can alternate between sunbathing and relaxing in the shade of a large pine tree.
Swimming is a popular activity on Lac de Cazaux, and can be enjoyed on supervised beaches in Biscarrosse, Cazaux and Sanguinet, including the famous Maguide and plage centrale beaches in Biscarrosse, and the Bardets beach in Sanguinet.

 

There is a wide range of activities on Lake Cazaux and Lake Sanguinet to suit all tastes: young and old alike will find plenty to discover at the Biscarrosse and Sanguinet water sports centres, Port Maguide and Port Navarrosse:

The shores of Lac de Cazaux and Lac de Sanguinet offer an ideal environment for walking and cycling, with a network of paths between water and forest, in a setting that is both bright and shady.
A wealth of flora and fauna can be discovered along these miles of footpaths.
Discover unspoilt nature and relaxing landscapes just a stone's throw from the ocean beaches.
Strolls along the lake promise not only pleasant relaxation, but also a real change of scenery.
From leisurely strolls to family hikes, the shores of the Grands Lacs offer a wide range of itineraries.