Dune of Pilat

Dune of Pilat, viewed from the South. On the left, the Atlantic Ocean; to the north, in the background, the entrance to Arcachon Bay
Aerial view of the Dune of Pilat
Visitors enjoying the scenery of the Landes from the eastern side and on the crest

The Dune of Pilat (French: Dune du Pilat, official name),[1] also called Grande Dune du Pilat, is the tallest sand dune in Europe. It is located in La Teste-de-Buch in the Arcachon Bay area, France, 60 km (37.2 mi) southwest of Bordeaux along France's Atlantic coastlines.

With more than two million visitors per year, the Dune of Pilat is a famous tourist destination.


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