On the Atlantic coast of France, about 40 miles/66 km southwest of Bordeaux and 7 miles/12 km south of Arcachon, is one of ...

See Europe's Largest Sand Dune In Arcachon One of the best things to do on a trip to Arcachon is visit the Dune du Pilat, Europe's tallest sand dune. At about 360 feet (110 meters) high and over ...

A new study led by the University of Southampton and research institutes in France has uncovered the mystery of how mini sand dunes form on beaches and in deserts.