Kulturarv i Arcachon

Regional Heritage Sites

Explore the architectural and commemorative landmarks of Arcachon, spanning the 19th and 20th centuries. This selection features the 1882 Villa Térésa in the historic Ville d'Hiver district and the 1877 Synagogue funded by philanthropist Daniel Iffla. The list also includes significant memorials, such as the WWI monument by sculptor Alexandre Maspoli and tributes to the maritime community and the engineer who stabilized the region's dunes.

A

Villa Térésa

Built in 1882 in the Ville d'Hiver district, this residence displays a blend of Spanish and Moorish architectural influences, characterized by intricate brickwork and ornate wooden balconies.

B

Synagogue ACCIBA

Established in 1877, this synagogue was funded by the philanthropist Daniel Iffla, also known as Osiris, to serve the local Jewish community.

C

Monument aux Morts de la guerre 14-18

A World War I commemorative site featuring sculptures by Alexandre Maspoli, including allegorical figures representing victory and the mourning of fallen soldiers.

D

Buste Alphonse Brémontier

A memorial honoring the 18th-century engineer who spearheaded the stabilization of the Gascony dunes by planting the region's extensive maritime pine forests.

E

Monument des Péris en Mer

A maritime memorial dedicated to the sailors and fishermen lost at sea, serving as a point of reflection near the town's port area.