Holidays at Grayan-et-l'Hôpital: reconnecting with nature

Walking, naturism, fishing

Simple pleasures for your holiday in Grayan-et-l’Hôpital

Grayan-et-l’Hôpital is the epitome of the gentle way of life. Tourists and locals alike enjoy the simple pleasures of life in the heart of a vast pine forest bordered by the Atlantic beaches. This charming village exudes serenity… Fishermen at the Barreyre ponds wait for their catch. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy the fresh air of an unspoilt environment while hiking or cycling. At Euronat, naturists from all over Europe are at one with nature: 335 hectares and over 10,000 no-textile enthusiasts welcomed every year! Even the most timid of naturists can enjoy an afternoon on the beach or at the spa without their swimming costumes.

Try naturism at Grayan-et-l’Hôpital

Surfing fans

And thrill-seekers!

Don’t be fooled by the apparent peace and quiet of Grayan-et-l’ Hôpital: there’ s plenty of room for thrills too, from motocross to the Gurp TT, or surfing on one of the wildest beaches in the Médoc Atlantique: Plage du Gurp. It’s a picture-postcard idyll. Far from the crowds, with the sound of the raging waves as your soundtrack, it’s a luxury to be alone in the world, in the heart of the Eden of Aquitaine… From the Gurp beach, once called Gurp-les-Pins by a handful of campers who found it at the end of a lane, the bunkers of the Atlantic Wall are now the pacifist canvas of graffiti artists. The panorama of the Anse du Gurp is exceptional, from the Plage de Dépée to the Pointe de la Négade, with the Cordouan lighthouse on the horizon .

Surfing in the heart of nature at Gurp

The seal of Santiago de Compostela

A trip back in time during your holiday in Grayan-et-l’Hôpital

Where does this curious name come from? A long way back, as you might imagine… Originally, Grayan-et-L’Hôpital was made up of two separate parishes: Saint-Pierre-de-Grayan and Saint-Jean-l’Hôpital. The union of the two consecrated its name in the XIXᵉ century. Around this time, the chapel of ‘Saint-Jean-Baptiste de l’Hôpital’ was rebuilt in the village of l’Hôpital. The Templar cross at the top of the chapel is a clear reminder that it was built in the 12th century on the coastal route to Santiago de Compostela, where the Hospitaller Commandery welcomed pilgrims for medical treatment and gave its name to the village. Today, it continues to welcome pilgrims, offering both mass and cultural events.

The Pilgrim’s Way to Santiago de Compostela via the Chapelle Saint-Jean-Baptiste in the Hospital
A Historical Tour of the Heritage Sites

Events at Grayan-et-l’Hôpital

Not to be missed

Live to the rhythm of Grayan-et-l’Hôpital with the highlights of the year not to be missed.

The whole calendar

Shows of all kinds, entertainment on the seafront and central beach all day long, brass bands and fireworks will set the pace for your stay. Check out Lacanau’s full calendar of events and find what you’re looking for!