Dune du Pilat

Dune du Pilat© Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0

A 100-metre sand mountain between forest and Atlantic.

How to reach it

A short day-trip from Arcachon — about 9 km from the station. Arrive in Arcachon via TER · 50m.

From the station
9 km
Rail pass
Pass Rail
Tickets
Book tour / ticket
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More to see in Arcachon

Ville d’Hiver©

Ville d’Hiver

Belle-Époque villas in the pine-shaded winter town.

Jetée Thiers & Front de Mer©

Jetée Thiers & Front de Mer

A Belle-Époque pier and seafront promenade along the summer town.

Oyster Tasting at L’Aiguillon©

Oyster Tasting at L’Aiguillon

Wooden cabanes shuck Arcachon Bay oysters beside the little fishing port.

Other stops on the Bordeaux & the Arcachon Dune

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Dune du Pilat from Arcachon station?
A short day-trip from Arcachon — about 9 km from the station. Arrive in Arcachon via TER · 50m.
Is Dune du Pilat covered by the Pass Rail?
The train journey to Arcachon is fully covered by the Pass Rail. Entry to Dune du Pilat is ticketed and not included in the rail pass.
What else is there to see near Dune du Pilat?
Other sights in Arcachon include Ville d’Hiver, Jetée Thiers & Front de Mer, Oyster Tasting at L’Aiguillon.

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