On France’s southwest coast is the seaside resort town of D’arachon which many people more commonly refer to as Arcachon. And once you’ve finished on the water for the day, you can head into the brightly colored village and explore the narrow maze of streets, the interesting and vibrant markets, and the village’s 14th-century church. Once you head out on the water, you’ll have incredible uninterrupted views of the Albères Mountains which dominate the backdrop of Argelès-Sur-Mer. Argelès-Sur-MerĪrgelès-Sur-Mer is a French Mediterranean coastal town that has a large 7-kilometer white sandy beach, beautiful blue calm waters, and plenty of nearby amenities meaning you can spend the entire day stand-up paddle boarding. Once you get the hang of paddling, we suggest paddling close to the shore as you will have impeccable views of the encompassing scenery and wildlife, including a historical castle, the Chateau Ruphy. If you’re a beginner paddler, then Lake Annecy is the perfect place to practice your balance and paddling technique because the pristine waters are incredibly calm and still. In total, the lake is 3.2 km wide and 14.6 km long with numerous access points along its shores that give you the ability to paddle for an hour, or the entire day. ![]() Lake Annecy is celebrated as Europe’s cleanest lake, and with its mountainous backdrop and its calm waters that are fed by springs, it’s hard not to want to paddle here. Not only will you be close to the sandy beach if you need a breather, but you’ll also be close to other tourists who can lend a helping hand if you need it at any point. If you’re new to paddle boarding, then stay in the calm waters under the Pont d’Arc. If you’re an experienced paddler and you’re looking for a waterway that offers weekend-long paddles, then the Ardeche should be your top choice as there are routes with mini and long descents that require one to three days of paddling. ![]() Surrounding the river are large and staggering gorges that are often referred to as the “European Grand Canyon” and due to the area's incredible natural beauty and sumptuous landscapes, we’d have to agree.įor the most part, the Ardeche River is classified as having waters of class III to class IV, but there are parts of the river that are manageable by beginner paddlers. ![]() The Ardeche River is one of our favorite paddle boarding spots in France, mainly due to the Pont d’Arc, the river’s natural limestone arch.
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