New Aquitaine and its riches

The regiontrip continues, and we’re off to the west coast for this fifth leg: heading for Nouvelle-Aquitaine.
Since the new reform, the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region is one of the largest in France. So, as you can imagine, there’s a lot to do!
There’s something for every taste, every world and every style.

Lovers of history, fine stonework and unspoilt conservation: you’ve come to the right place! The Nouvelle-Aquitaine region is home to a large number of bastides and medieval villages that have been preserved in their finest condition. They’re a great way to discover the region, as they’re scattered all over the place. Just think of Collonges la rouge in Limousin, Villefranche du Périgord, the bastide town of Monpazier and Sarlat la Canéda in Dordogne, or Monflanquin in Lot et Garonne.
But that’s not all, we also recommend a visit to the typical villages of the Basque Country. And don’t forget to stop off in Espelette for a taste of its famous chilli pepper!
The region boasts numerous châteaux, including Château de Bonaguil and Château de Roquetaillade.

In this part of France, too, nature has been generous. From the Lascaux caves in the Dordogne, world-famous for their paintings dating back to the Paleolithic period, this is no mean feat! From the Orgues de Bort in the Limousin to the Pyrenees National Park, you won’t be disappointed. And just for you, make a detour to Artouste and take the little train, which is the highest railroad line in Europe. The cliffs of Meschers sur Gironde, south of Royan, are also worth a visit. These are troglodytic caves that can be visited. To admire the white cliffs of Meschers from the best vantage point, we recommend a visit to the village of Talmont sur Gironde. Finally, the Kakuetta gorges, the Proumeyssac chasm and the Pilat dune are a must-see for the retina.
Finally, if you’re looking for a moment of relaxation, away from the routine and frenzy of everyday life, the Vézère valley or the Monts d’Ambazac will satisfy your need to return to simplicity and contact with nature.

Nouvelle-Aquitaine is also about beaches, fine sand and seaside towns.
Among the region’s must-visit towns, we’d first mention the Basque coast towns of Biarritz and Bayonne (don’t forget to try your hand at Basque pelota during your stay), or surf lovers Hendaye and Hossegor. A little further up the coast, just a few kilometers from the beautiful city of Bordeaux, lies the Arcachon basin. Last but not least, Nouvelle Aquitaine also boasts a number of wonderful islands. Ile de Ré and Ile d’Oléron are the best-known, but Ile d’Aix and the lesser-known Ile de Nôle are also not to be missed.

The Nouvelle-Aquitaine region is also a lively family region.
It boasts a wide choice of parks, including the Palmyre zoo, the Vallée des Singes, the Teich ornithological reserve and the Ile aux Oiseaux, accessible aboard the Pinasse, the famous boat typical of the Arcachon basin.
For fans of more lively activities, New Aquitaine is not to be outdone!
It’s home to the Walibi sud-ouest park, the Futuroscope park and the mythical Fort Boyard off the coast of La Rochelle. We couldn’t talk about activities without mentioning the unmissable férias! In Bayonne, Dax or Mont de Marsan.
We’ll end on a wine note: you can discover many vineyards in the Bordeaux vineyards. Five tours depart from Bordeaux.

I hope you enjoy discovering the diversity of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. See you soon for the sixth leg of our regiontrip!

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