Visit Lake Léon and its activities near Castets
Looking to cool off and enjoy some truly relaxing moments with friends or family? Just 25 minutes from Castets, Lake Léon awaits. This natural gem in the Landes region combines peaceful beaches, water sports, nature walks, and unspoiled landscapes for a day as invigorating as it is exotic.
Take a gourmet break at the La Tchanka bistro-brewery located in Castets, 25 minutes from Lake Léon!
With its 340 hectares of calm waters, Lake Léon is a popular spot for supervised swimming in summer, ideal for families.
Fishing enthusiasts will also find what they're looking for, with a wide variety of fish such as carp, pike, perch, and zander.
A fishing pontoon accessible to people with reduced mobility is available to facilitate access for all.
The lake offers a multitude of water activities suitable for all ages and levels:
Young children (and big kids!) will also enjoy relaxing at the mini-golf course and the balancing games at the treetop adventure course.
The Courant d'Huchet Nature Reserve: an immersion in nature
Lake Léon is also the starting point of the Courant d'Huchet, nicknamed the "Little Amazon of the Landes."
This 618-hectare nature reserve offers exceptional biodiversity, best explored by traditional rowboat—with local boatmen—or on foot along the marked trails.
After a day full of activities, head to La Tchanka, a bistro-style brasserie in Castets.
The chef offers a temporary menu that changes monthly, showcasing fresh, seasonal produce for generous and delicious cuisine.
For travelers in electric vehicles, a Tesla Supercharger station is available in the parking lot, allowing you to charge your car while you enjoy a delicious meal.
Take a gourmet break at the La Tchanka bistro-brewery located in Castets, 25 minutes from Lake Léon!
Lake Léon: a life-size playground
With its 340 hectares of calm waters, Lake Léon is a popular spot for supervised swimming in summer, ideal for families.
Fishing enthusiasts will also find what they're looking for, with a wide variety of fish such as carp, pike, perch, and zander.
A fishing pontoon accessible to people with reduced mobility is available to facilitate access for all.
Water activities at Lake Léon for all tastes
The lake offers a multitude of water activities suitable for all ages and levels:
- Stand-up paddleboarding (classic or giant, up to 10 people).
- Kayaking, accessible to all thanks to its seated position.
- Outrigger canoes, available for self-rental or a 2-hour guided tour with an instructor.
- Canoe or kayak trips on the La Palue River to discover marshes, meanders, and local wildlife.
- Waterbikes, stable and silent on the water.
- Electric boats (no license required).
- Classic or original pedal boats (pedal cars and unicorn pedal boats, with or without a slide).
Young children (and big kids!) will also enjoy relaxing at the mini-golf course and the balancing games at the treetop adventure course.
The Courant d'Huchet Nature Reserve: an immersion in nature
Lake Léon is also the starting point of the Courant d'Huchet, nicknamed the "Little Amazon of the Landes."
This 618-hectare nature reserve offers exceptional biodiversity, best explored by traditional rowboat—with local boatmen—or on foot along the marked trails.
La Tchanka: a gourmet break in Castets
After a day full of activities, head to La Tchanka, a bistro-style brasserie in Castets.
The chef offers a temporary menu that changes monthly, showcasing fresh, seasonal produce for generous and delicious cuisine.
For travelers in electric vehicles, a Tesla Supercharger station is available in the parking lot, allowing you to charge your car while you enjoy a delicious meal.
