♥ Host’s pick
Port de By
A small traditional harbour on the estuary. Lovely walk past Château La Tour de By, with a few charming little restaurants nearby. Bring mosquito repellent in summer!
📍 Bégadan — 7 min by car
⚓ Gironde Estuary
Just minutes from Villa Caron, the Gironde estuary offers unique landscapes where water, nature, and heritage meet. Discover traditional Médoc harbours, iconic fishing huts on stilts, and a peaceful atmosphere away from busy tourist areas.
♥ Host’s pick
Richard lighthouse & harbour
A traditional harbour lined with carrelets (wooden fishing huts on stilts) at the foot of the Richard lighthouse. Authentic estuary atmosphere.
📍 Jau-Dignac-et-Loirac — 14 min
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♥ Host’s pick
Le Verdon-sur-Mer & Port Médoc
At the tip of the Médoc, between ocean and estuary: the Port Médoc marina, unique landscapes between two waters and, offshore, the Cordouan lighthouse, reachable by boat excursion.
📍 Le Verdon-sur-Mer — 35 min
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Traditional Médoc harbours
Stroll through authentic small harbours such as Port de By or Port de Richard.
Authentic
📍 Northern Médoc — 10 to 20 min
Traditional fishing huts (carrelets)
These iconic wooden huts on stilts are a symbol of the estuary and create a unique landscape.
Must-see
📍 Estuary — nearby
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Sunset views
Enjoy beautiful light and peaceful scenery at the end of the day along the estuary.
Magical moment
📍 Estuary — nearby
Riverside walks
Easy, peaceful routes along the water to enjoy nature and local wildlife.
Nature & relaxation
📍 Estuary — nearby
Fishing port atmosphere
Experience local life and traditions around fishing and the estuary.
Local & authentic
📍 Médoc — surrounding area
📍 Estuary map
🌅 Tips for your visit
- Best visited at sunrise or sunset for stunning views
- Quiet and uncrowded: perfect for a relaxing moment
- In summer, bring mosquito repellent for walks near the water
- Easily accessible by car or bike
- Combine with a vineyard visit or a beach trip