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The cycling roadbook

Discover all our cycling tips, restaurants and activities for your holiday in Moliets-et-Maa. 

Cycling in Moliets

You've chosen to come and spend your holidays in Moliets-et-Maa and you're right to do so! You're going to be able to make the most of the Landes and the superb scenery that Moliets has to offer. With its beaches, its lake, the mouth of the Huchet stream and the Vélodyssée bicycle path running through the town, Moliets has plenty to offer the whole family. 

Our number one tip is to leave the car behind and do everything by bike. Moliets offers safe cycling on all the main roads thanks to its well-marked cycle paths. 

To get to Vieux Boucau or Léon, you can also take the famous Vélodyssée

Vélo au bord de la plage
Family bike ride:

The Vélodyssée at Moliets-et-Maa

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Mountain bike rides: Mâa and la Nasse

Distance: approx. 20 km
2 hours - From theMoliets tourist officeTake the cycle path towards the beach and turn right at the roundabout onto Route de Pichelèbe. 

- After 1 km, turn right towards the Landisland campsite. At the end of the road, you'll come to the magnificent little chapel of Mâa. 

- Follow the forest path through the undergrowth. The route is undulating, with a few ascents and descents, as well as some sand.
- After about 5 km, you will come to a crossroads. Turn right towards Léon. 

Arriving in Léon, you can take a break and explore the village.

- For the return journey, you can take the cycle path that follows the main road between Léon and Moliets, or retrace your steps and take the same forest track as on the outward journey.

Don't forget to bring a suitable mountain bike and protective helmet, as well as water and snacks for the ride.

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Direction Vieux-Boucau.

Idea for a bike ride between Moliets and Vieux Boucau (20km):

From Moliets, take the cycle path towards Vieux Boucau. Turn left in front of the restaurant "Le Ti-bouIf you're coming from the beach to pick up the Vélodyssée. The route follows the Landes coast through pine forests. You'll pass through the charming seaside resorts of Messanges and Soustons Plage, where you can stop to admire the beach and the Atlantic Ocean.

When you arrive in Vieux Boucau, take time to visit the village and its marine lake, a stretch of salt water separated from the ocean by a narrow strip of sand. You can cycle around the lake on the cycle path that runs alongside it, and discover its many unspoilt beaches. If you're looking for a restaurant in Vieux Boucau, go to Captain bar on the central beach. You won't be on it! 

For the return journey, you can follow the same route in the opposite direction. Once you're in Moliets, head for the Etang de la Prade and the mouth of the stream for a change of scenery. This walk will introduce you to the salt marshes and unspoilt nature of the Moliets nature reserve. Huchet current.

This cycle ride is relatively easy and accessible to all abilities. It will allow you to discover the most beautiful landscapes of the Landes coast, while enjoying the fresh air and physical exercise.

Direction Léon.

Idea for a bike ride between Moliets and Léon from 12km to 30km:

From Moliets, take the cycle path towards Léon (about 6 km). This cycle path allows you to enjoy the magnificent forest landscape in the shade of the Landes pines. 

After crossing the Landes forest, you arrive in Léon, a charming little town on the shores of Lac de Léon. Take advantage of this stopover to stroll around the lake, watch the birds, or stop off at one of the cafés or restaurants in the town centre. You can also take advantage of the superb market held daily in summer. 

If you need your bike repaired stop you to Cyclerie-Léon our bike shop in Léon, which is located in the village church and market square. We'll be delighted to help you. 

Turn around and head back to Moliets, or head back to Vielle-st-Girons to cycle around the lake. En route, you can stop off at the lake beach or at the Lette Blanche, a wild and unspoilt beach located between Moliets and Vielle-Saint-Girons. The beach is accessible by bike as far as the dune. Take advantage of this stop for a swim or simply relax on the sand. 

Finish the loop by taking the route de Pichelèbe, but watch out for cars as there is no cycle track as far as Moliets! In fact, we recommend this walk out of season because of the cars. This part of the route is also a little more hilly and will be harder than the route to Vieux-Boucau.

This cycling loop between Moliets and Léon covers a total of 30 km, and is ideal for ask but anyone can take it. 

Where to eat?

Le grill de l'Océan
A monkey in winter
The owl
Amazon coffee

Where to stay?

Campsite Les cigales
Campsite Le saint Martin
Residence Madame Vacances
Residence Golf Océan

Where to have fun?

Adrenaline Parc Moliets surf school
Moliets beach
The Beach break

vélos à Moliets-et-Maa au bord du lac

Focus on the mouth of the Hûchet stream

The mouth of the Huchet Current is a magnificent place where the Huchet River flows into the Atlantic Ocean. It is a protected natural site, renowned for its beauty and biological diversity.

The courants d'Huchet is a small river that meanders through pine forests and marshes before emptying into the ocean. Where the river meets the sea, there is a large stretch of sand stretching for several hundred metres. 

The Huchet stream winds its way between the dunes at its mouth, then flows into the ocean. The banks of the river are lined with lush vegetation if you walk along the route. 

In the water, you can see fish and shellfish, as well as seabirds fishing nearby. It's a peaceful, quiet place where you can enjoy nature in all its splendour.

To take advantage of this at 100%, lower his bed with les Bateliers du courant d'Hûchetan experience not to be missed! 

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