Spring Break: Tourist Sites to See the First Buds

Top start! It's spring and with it, the mild weather returns. The sun isn't quite here yet, but we're keeping faith, it's coming back for good! The Landes department owes its name to its vegetation and especially to its forest, which is the largest in France. It covers more than half of the department and is made up of conifers, including the maritime pine. While this landscape changes little from one season to the next, apart from the ferns and a few other species that survive on the sandy, acidic soil at the foot of the pines, this is not the case in Chalosse. This part is the most hilly and vegetated in the department, where crops and a few vines green the landscape. Near the sea, the natural environment is made up of low vegetation and plants whose purpose is to hold back the dunes and stabilize the sand.

We have selected some ideas for walks for you to enjoy nature waking up and listen to the little birds singing.

Visit the Brassempouy Prehistoric Site

If you are near Brassempouy, do not miss a visit to a beautiful museum space, in a green setting. You will learn a lot about regional archaeological discoveries and life in the region in prehistoric times. During the holidays and from the summer season, cultural mediators are available to offer workshops for young and old. Hikes on foot or by car take you to discover the caves.

Meet the butterflies

Au Paradis du Papillon in Sanguinet is a tropical greenhouse that offers total immersion in an ecosystem where hundreds of exotic butterflies roam freely. Located on the road to Bordeaux, this space is much more than just an exhibition: it is a living space where you can observe the life cycle of butterflies up close, from their hatching from chrysalises from all over the world (Asia, Africa, the Americas) to their graceful flight among visitors. The greenhouse is also home to lush flora and other species, such as birds and fish, making it a highly appreciated sensory and educational experience, especially for families.

Discover the Château de Gaujacq

In Gaujacq, we invite you to discover the Château de Gaujacq, a site dating from the 17th century. It consists of a sumptuous Italian palace, decorated with beautiful furniture. All around the villa, a charming garden in all elegance and simplicity. It is therefore a unique place to visit, a stroll through time.

Relax in the great outdoors

In Mimizan, near the beach this time, near Lake Aureilhan, come and discover a magnificent flowery walk. A path laid out with 400 species of flowers over 300 meters. Accessible free of charge and in all seasons, it is a perfect place to see nature in full awakening ! Also enjoy the discovery trail L'Etang de la Mailloueyre in Mimizan. A walk around a 3kg pond, to observe the local fauna and flora.

Rent a bike

Whether you're sporty, calm or relaxing, there are plenty of activities to do outdoors, surrounded by greenery to enjoy the mild temperatures.

Are you coming to the region for several days? Why not rent a bike and take a greenway for several kilometers? And if you don't have a bike, you can rent one, for example from A Bicyclette in Lit-et-Mixe, where Pierrick will be happy to show you around his bicycle museum.

Experience strong sensations

In Moliets and Maa, to spend a good time with the family and to delight the children on a beautiful sunny day, go to Adrenaline Park. There you will find an adventure park, a paintball course and even A quad and mini-motorcycle circuit for everyone's enjoyment. Surrounded by pine trees, you'll feel right at home! In summer, a refreshment bar and snack bar are open. The rest of the year, feel free to bring your picnic basket!

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