Parc Mauresque — Attraction in Arcachon

A haven of calm and freshness, it has been home to an arboretum since 1992, with 4 hectares of small plant treasures, rare or exotic plants and trees, a pretty rose garden with nearly 600 rose bushes. Sit down on one of the famous red Arcachon benches, then contemplate, smell, and appreciate the sweetness of the moment. It once served as a setting for the Mauresque casino, ravaged by a fire in 1977. This casino was the work of the architect Paul Régnauld and Jules Salesses. The architecture of this building was characterized by the great diversity of materials used: iron columns and beams, bricks and terracotta tiles, pine wood floors. At the elevator exit is a model representing...

The park is a cool haven of peace and tranquillity; it has hosted an arboretum since 1992, with over 4 hectares of green treasures: rare or exotic plants and trees, and for a few weeks has been home to a beautiful rose garden with some 600 rose bushes. (Arcachon official website) A huge bull park, perfect to be a spectator of an important recreational sport of France. Every turn is a surprise with extremely well taken care of plants and trees. Exquisite and beautifully design combination and...

Ok...so our experience was affected by our visit being by public transit from downtown Bordeaux....which is kind of remarkable if you think of how far it is from downtown Bordeaux....and we had out luggage with us. The trails are accessible. The network not long. All routes can be walked comfortably in 1.5 to 2.0 hours. Build in you 1/2 hour transit each way, and it a good frre 1/2 day activity. The ruins are VERY...