The resort town of Arcachon is a beautiful coastal destination in south-west France, located to the west of Bordeaux at the northern end of the longest, sandiest coast in Europe, stretching 200 kilometers southwards to Biarritz. The coast of Arcachon is known as the Côte d’argent, the silver coast. Relax by the water and visit one of the four main beaches in Arcachon, marvel at the Banc d’Arguin Nature Reserve, located at the entrance to the Bassin d’Arcachon,explore the streets of the Ville d’Hiver, or set your sights on the largest sand dune in Europe, the Dune du Pilat!