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Aquitaine is the land of indulgence! Pamper yourself on a holiday to this wonderful region...
Aquitaine boasts the longest fine-sand beach in Europe, stretching for 250km along the Atlantic coastline from Médoc, north of the Gironde to the Basque coast, interrupted only by the Arcachon Basin. Be sure to also visit the many famous seaside resorts and marinas.
Add 500km of shorelines along lakes, estuaries, and other ponds in a preserved natural environment that shelters extremely diverse fauna and flora. Aquitaine is also the place for mountain lovers, who will be delighted by the majestic Pyrenees towering along the southern border.

Aquitaine can be considered the cradle of mankind: here in the Valley of Vézère in Dordogne, homo erectus first made his home over 400,000 years ago. The region's history is, therefore, intimately linked to the history of France, leaving an important cultural and historical legacy. Other attractions include its religious heritage, not to mention the route of Santiago de Compostela (Saint Jacques de Compostelle - St. James of Compostella) and the papal city of Avignon.

Discover the wealth of culinary delights of a region that has mastered the art of fine dining -from Béarnaise poule au pot to the fattened duck of the Southwest. The palates of food connaisseurs and epicureans will surely be enchanted here in Gascony.
No matter what you're looking for - culture, nature, fine cuisine, or sports; a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic getaway - Aquitaine has it all!

GIRONDE

In Gironde, it's non-stop fun! From the estuary of the Gironde - Pointe de la Grave in Médoc - to the Lighthouse of Cordouan - historic monument; from the Dune of Pyla - traditional climb for families - to vineyards producing the fine wines with well-known labels: Saint Emilion, Sauternes, Médoc, Pomerol. You will find the enchanting region of Gironde more intoxicating than any of its wines!
Enjoy the pleasures of nature in the colourful seaside resorts of Soulac sur Mer, Montalivet, Lacanau, Maubuisson, and Carcans... silky smooth beaches, rows of dunes, and surfing competitions...
Just behind the resort facilities, the pine forest houses an untamed wilderness, which you can explore via the many biking or hiking trails. Under the shade of the pines, you and your family can enjoy a swim or any number of water activities in the Grand Lakes of Maubuisson and Carcans.Wander into the heart of the Regional Nature Park of Gascony (Parc Naturel Régional des Landes de Gascogne). Discover the famous sites: the Arcachon Basin, Cap-Ferret, the Dune of Pyla, the bank of Arguin, and Bird island (l'Ile aux Oiseaux), a protected refuge for dozens of species. Experience the traditional welcome of Gironde!

CUISINE

In Aquitaine, you can try a plate of oysters from the Arcachon Basin, accompanied by a glass of Entre-Deux-Mers or Grave de Vayres, Bayonne ham, foie gras, confit of goose or duck, duck duck filet, black truffles of Périgord, the incredible varieties of mushrooms such as cèpes (porcini), bidaous, morels and walnut oil which, with a simple vinaigrette, will tantalize your tastebuds. Aquitaine is also the land of the strawberry, the prune (of Agen), and desserts such as the canelé, a delicious cinnamon flavoured local pastry, gâteau basque (basque cake), macaroons and apple-prune pastries (tourtières) of Armagnac. Wine is an integral part to the regional culture, which boasts many labels of Bordeaux, such as Médoc, Sauternes, Saint-Emilion or Graves. In Aquitaine, fine dining is a way of life!

Major cities in Gironde:

Bordeaux, Soulac sur Mer , Vendays Montalivet, Lesparre Médoc, Pauillac, Saint Laurent de Médoc, Carcans Maubuisson, Lacanau, Lège Cap Ferret, Arcachon, Gujan Mestras, La Teste de Buch, Hourtin, Pyla sur Mer

Main events in the summer :

French Sailing Championship (Championnat de France de voile senior) in May in Carcans Maubuisson.
Carcan'scene in May
The unique European market of Vendays Montalivet
Kite Festival in Hourtin Palge
Nautical Festival in Hourtin and Lacanau

LANDES

There are three sides to Landes....
First of all, the Landes coast, with its famous silver shores... the fine sand beaches facing the ocean, nestled peacefully between the dunes and the forest. A natural paradise for water sport novices as well as cyclists. The biking trails link the seaside resorts to the north with those of the south, from Biscarrosse to Tarnos, passing by Messanges and Hossegor, where the excellent surfing conditions are famous world-wide.
Next is the Regional Nature park of the Landes Coast (Parc Naturel Régional Côté Landes), the largest forest in Europe, whose trees have all been planted by humans.
Finally, the backcountry, La Chalosse, le Tursan et le Bas Armagnac, a region with deep culinary and historical traditions. The oldest sculpture in the world known to man, the Hooded Lady, was found in the Caves of Brassempouy.
Discover and partake in the light-hearted gaiety of the Gascons, who are always eager to celebrate at festivals and férias, featuring bullfighting, bull runs, regional races, etc.

Cuisine

Landes has a greater number of local products with high-quality, well-known labels than any other department in France: farm duck of Landes (Red label), farm chicken of Landes (Red label), Chalosse beef...not to mention the fois gras, duck filet, and confit of duck among other specialties.
Maïté widely popularized the cuisine of Gascony in " La cuisine des Mousquetaires" ("The cuisine of the Musketeers", a French cooking show)

Major cities in Landes:

Mont de Marsans, Dax, Mimizan, Hossegor, Cap Breton, Messanges, Seignosse, Biscarrosse, Sanguinet, Lit et Mixe, Saint Girons Plage, Léon

Main events in the summer:

Golden Horn Race (Course de la Corne d'Or) in Nogaro
Bull Leaping (Course Landaise) in the Festivals of the Madeleine in Mont de Marsans
Bull Leaping (Course Landaise) in the Festivals of Dax
French Bull Leaping and Dodging Championship