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Carcans
City in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
Overview
Carcans is a charming small town on the Atlantic coast of southwestern France, best known for its long beaches, extensive pine forests, and the serene Lake Hourtin. It offers a laid-back atmosphere, appealing to surfers, nature enthusiasts, and families seeking a quiet escape.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
France
Metropolitan Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Population
1,700
Time Zone
Europe/Paris
Coordinates
45.08°, -1.04°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
88
Female Safety
86
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,845
Local Cost
$1,130
Local Income
$1,800
Cashless
60
English
35
Temperature
14.4°C
Summer Avg
20.2°C
Winter Avg
8.8°C
Record High
37.4°C
Record Low
-3.5°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
832 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
27
Walk Score
27
Footways
53.0
Airport
BOD
Distance
38 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 54/100.
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