Heres a quick-fire guide to some of the recommended waterside must-see spots on offer in our region of South West France:
The Atlantic Coast from Arcachon (famous for its oysters and the Dune du Pilat) to Le Verdon-sur-Mer has miles and miles of stunning, unspoilt beaches, facing the mighty Atlantic. The surf along this shoreline is hugely inviting, but always best to only swim where there are lifeguards.