Where to go in spring? Our TOP 7 in France

A mere hour from Bordeaux, Carcans is an ideal starting point. The Atlantic Ocean and its endless horizon on one side, an immense freshwater lake on the other, and the Landes-Girondine forest set the scene. The Arcachon Basin, Cap Ferret and the Dune du Pilat are yours for the taking! Sports enthusiasts can enjoy canoeing, kayaking or windsurfing, in a complete environment where you can also take advantage of the (rather flat) cycle paths and endless beaches, to let off steam without exhausting yourself. Finally, lovers of heritage and gastronomy can't help but be delighted; Nouvelle-Aquitaine abounds in small ports, fortifications, lighthouses... to unearth before enjoying oysters au gratin or cannelés!

Located 1h30 from Mimizan and 1h50 from our next establishment, by car, Grenade-sur-l'Adour is a perfect transit point for the rest of your road trip; a stopover in this ancient fortified bastide is a must, as you descend, naturally, into the Pyrenees. On arrival: Luz-Saint-Sauveur. The former - and now distant - oceanic expanses as far as the eye can see give way to the great sites of the Pyrenees. Here, the term "col" or "pic" is used for the Tourmalet or the Midi de Bigorre. So it's not uncommon to come across altitudes approaching 2,000 m or 3,000 m. A change of air is guaranteed! There's so much to discover in this region, where Victor Hugo and Napoleon III stayed, including high-altitude hiking, invigorating gastronomy and cultural outings...

There's nothing like a visit to the Massif Central for your first taste of the mountains. You've come to the right place! Head up towards Aubrac and the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park. The Lac Chambon estate, in the heart of an unspoilt, volcanic landscape, boasts direct access to one of the most beautiful lakes in the Puy-de-Dôme. Created by the Tartaret volcano, it extends over 60 ha, and a 3.5 km trail leads around it. Nearby, in addition to five magnificent French villages: the puy de Sancy, the Chaudefour valley, the puy de Dôme, Vulcania, Clermont-Ferrand ... so many great names suggesting an invigorating escape, natural and full of heritage or architectural surprises ... (not forgetting Truffade)!

Serenity. That's the key word for this last stopover, which smells of spruce, waterfalls and lakes. That's why we chose Bois d'Amont. And also because it meets so many of our criteria, not to mention its proximity to the Franco-Swiss border.

This last - and very good - point allows us to extend our horizons and desires even further, in terms of travel and discovery of our world! Two magnificent "nature" resorts (including Les Rousses), high peaks, sumptuous villages ... for hikes and visits that will leave unforgettable memories. Extraordinary settings for the family, relaxation services (sauna, hammam ...), Bois d'Amont and our village club therefore have no shortage of assets to seduce you!