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Contis/Temp

Contis is a village in the Landes départment of southwest France, on the Bay of Biscay, which has an extensive beach, "Contis Plage".

The wide beach of fine sand is popular with sunbathers , swimmers and surfers.

A local landmark is Contis Lighthouse (Contis Phare). The lighthouse stands 38 metres high and has 192 steps. It is painted white with a spiralling dark stripe, like a "sucre d'orge ". It is the only lighthouse from Capbreton to Cap Ferret .

Contis village also has shops and services fulfilling the needs of holidaymakers.

External links

(all in French)
  • Tourist office

http://www.contisplage-stjulien-uza.com

  • Map carte_landes.gif

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07-14-2008 23:18:10
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