Cap Ferret

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Cap Ferret is a headland, situated at the south end of the commune of Lège-Cap-Ferret in the French department of Gironde and region of Nouvelle-Aquitaine. The headland takes the form of a spit, which separates the Atlantic Ocean from Arcachon Bay. At the same time, the entrance to Arcachon Bay separates Cap Ferret from the resort town of Arcachon. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 44°38'46"N, 1°14'56"W

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Cap Ferret – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dune of Pilat, Statue of Heracles, Our Lady of Arcachon, Château Deganne.

4.3 miSE
Famous massive sand dune on the shore
Dune of Pilat, Arcachon
109 min walk • The Dune of Pilat, also known as the Great Dune of Pyla, is a natural wonder located in the Arcachon Bay area, near Bordeaux in France. This colossal sand dune is the tallest of its kind in Europe, stretching 500 meters wide, 2.7 kilometers long, and rising to an...
3.8 miE
Monuments and statues
Statue of Heracles, Arcachon
98 min walk • The Statue of Heracles in Arcachon, France, is an evocative monument that pays homage to the mythological hero known for his strength and far-reaching adventures. Crafted by the skilled hands of Claude Bouscau, this statue stands as a testament to the artistic talent...
3.5 miE
Sacred and religious sites
Our Lady of Arcachon, Arcachon
89 min walk • Our Lady of Arcachon, the Star of the Sea is a venerated image of the Blessed Virgin Mary enshrined at the Basilica of Arcachon, France.
4.3 miE
Forts and castles
Château Deganne
110 min walk • Château Deganne is a château in Gironde, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
2.5 miE
Church
Église Notre-Dame-des-Passes, Arcachon
64 min walk • The church Notre-Dame-des-Passes is a Catholic church located in Arcachon, in the Gironde department. It depends on the archdiocese of Bordeaux.
4 miE
Vernacular architecture
Arcachon villa, Arcachon
103 min walk • Arcachon is known for the Arcachonnaise, the local name for an Arcachon villa, which is the architectural style of many of the older houses built in France. It is a type of Victorian architecture.