Are you on vacation in Arcachon and wondering where to do your “big shopping”? Here’s a guide to the supermarkets and hypermarkets where you can fill your cart and fridge.
Intermarché HYPER in La Teste-de-Buch
Intermarché Cap Océan in La Teste-de-Buch is located in the heart of the town. There’s plenty of choice and a wide range of non-food products for holidaymakers. Local products are well represented. A special mention for the fishmonger’s shop, which is a real eye-catcher, and the wine department, which would make any wine merchant jealous.
- Address: rue Lagrua, 33260 La Teste-de-Buch
- Open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 8pm, closed on Sundays.
Leclerc hypermarket in La Teste-de-Buch
A store ideally located on the Arcachon basin between Arcachon and Biganos. The shelves are always well-stocked, even in summer. The butcher’s department is well stocked. There’s also a very good wine cellar for wine-lovers. A little extra: a beautiful shopping arcade and a large parking lot equipped with charging stations for electric cars.
- Address: Avenue de l’Europe, 33260 La Teste-de-Buch
- Open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 8pm, closed on Sundays.
ALDI supermarket in La Teste-de-Buch
A large, well-stocked supermarket with a wide selection of food products. Everything at reasonable prices. Other plus points: fast checkout and ample parking for motorhomes. What’s more, it’s open on Sunday mornings!
- Address: 8 rue du Baou, 33260 La Teste-de-Buch
- Open Monday to Saturday, 8.30am to 8pm and Sunday, 8.30am to 12.30pm.
Lidl in La Teste-de-Buch
A supermarket with plenty of choice, where you can easily find what you’re looking for at a reasonable price. The fresh produce and fruit and vegetable sections are well stocked. There’s also a small organic section with all the essentials.
- Address: 49 Rue Lagrua, 33260 La Teste-de-Buch
- Open Monday to Saturday 8.30am to 8pm and Sunday 8.30am to 12.15pm.
Hyper U and Drive in Gujan-Mestras
The hypermarket is located in a commercial zone. The store is spacious, well-stocked and regularly replenished. Holidaymakers will find everything they need to stock up on groceries. The little extra: a Drive and delivery service.
- Address: Avenue de Césarée, 33470 Gujan-Mestras
- Open Monday to Saturday, 8.30am to 8pm and Sunday, 9am to 12.45pm.
Auchan hypermarket in Biganos
A very large hypermarket with a vast choice of products for families: food products, clothing, bazaar and garden, with a large shopping mall. The little extras: fast checkout, ample parking and a drive to pick up shopping ordered online.
- Address: Centre Commercial Auchan, 33380 Biganos
- Open Monday to Saturday, 8am to 9pm and Sunday, 9am to 12.30pm.
Lidl supermarket in Biganos
From fresh produce to frozen foods and household essentials, the shelves are well laid out, with promos prominently displayed. The product range is extensive and regularly renewed. Perfect for stocking up for the week.
- Address: 14 rue Gutenberg, 33380 Biganos
- Open Monday to Saturday 8.30am to 8pm and Sunday 8.30am to 12.15pm.
Shopping on vacation: how to avoid wasting time?
On vacation, every minute is precious. There’s no question of wasting time in the aisles or at the checkout. Here are a few tips to minimize the time you spend in store, leaving you more time to make the most of your stay in Arcachon and your favorite activities!
- Choose a supermarket close to your accommodation. This will cut down on car travel time.
- Shopping at the drive-thru not only saves time, but also helps you keep your vacation shopping budget under control.
- Avoid rush hours and shop early in the morning or late in the day when stores are less busy. If possible, avoid Saturday afternoons.
- Drawing up a shopping list will save you time and ensure you don’t forget the essentials, thus avoiding trips to the stores on vacation.
- Be observant and calculating: choose the fastest checkout by observing the queues. Of course, you’ll want to choose the shortest queue, with the least crowded carts!
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