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  • I visited Cap Ferret, France, and spotted 12 signs of wealth and luxury that reminded me of the Hamptons in New York

I visited Cap Ferret, France, and spotted 12 signs of wealth and luxury that reminded me of the Hamptons in New York

Dan KodayFeb 18, 2023, 17:28 IST

The author visited Cap Ferret in France for the first time.Dan Koday

  • Cap Ferret is an luxurious coastal town in France that reminded me of New York's the Hamptons.
  • Although upscale and wealthy, I thought it was still laid back and never pretentious.
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This past fall, I visited a destination in France that wasn't previously on my radar: Cap Ferret.

The author visited Cap Ferret, France, with his family.Dan Koday

Like the beach towns that line the Hamptons, Cap Ferret touches the Atlantic Ocean on France's Southwest coast, roughly 1.5 hours by car from the city of Bordeaux.

An arrow points to the small peninsula west of Bordeaux where Cap Ferret is located.Google Maps
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Driving from Bordeaux to Cap Ferret reminded me of the bad traffic I've experienced heading to the Hamptons from Manhattan on a Friday afternoon.

The author recommends leaving early on a summer weekend to avoid traffic.Dan Koday

Also similar to the Hamptons, the region that surrounds Cap Ferret is comprised of different towns and enclaves, each of which I thought had their own distinctive vibe.

The author on a beach near Cap Ferret.Dan Koday
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Like the Hamptons, I noticed that most of Cap Ferret's estates are hidden off the road and appeared to be very private.

Cap Ferret's houses appeared to be quite private.Dan Koday

I knew right away that Cap Ferret was a well-to-do region in France based on the number of luxury boats and cars I saw.

The author noticed many luxury boats and vehicles in Cap Ferret.Dan Koday
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I learned that many celebrities and VIPs hang out in Cap Ferret, especially in summer.

Cap Ferret is a draw for famous visitors.Dan Koday

Hotel options are limited in Cap Ferret, but the existing ones impressed me with glamorous design and decor.

The author noticed only a few hotels in Cap Ferret.Dan Koday
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Luxury vacation homes in Cap Ferret rent for several thousands of dollars per night.

Like the Hamptons, Cap Ferret is an exclusive place to rent a home.Dan Koday

Like I've seen with dining in the Hamptons, Cap Ferret's restaurants seemed primarily centered around seafood.

Cap Ferret is known for its oysters, and the author's favorite place to eat them was cabin 57.Dan Koday
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I thought the shopping in Cap Ferret was noticeably upscale, and was another reminder of stores I've perused in the Hamptons.

Cap Ferret has upscale shopping.Dan Koday

Like the Hamptons, I also saw many upscale, boutique fitness studios.

In Cap Ferret the author saw boutique and boho fitness studios.Dan Koday
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Despite so much wealth, I thought Cap Ferret felt more charming than pretentious with better beaches than I've seen in the Hamptons.

The author thought Cap Ferret felt relaxed.Dan Koday

Cap Ferret greatly impressed me and I can't wait to go back.

The author with his dog in Cap Ferret.Dan Koday
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