Aquitaine
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Aquitaine is a region of contrasts.The Côte d'Argent with over 60 miles of sandy beaches and numerous resorts, among them Archachon, Soulac-sur-Mer, Biarritz, and Guéthary, to the forests and tarns of the Pyrénées National Park, the vineyards of Bordeaux, and the unique culture of the Basque country.
Add to this the vast number of castles and château, the waterways and interesting towns and villages of the region, never forgetting the famous Lascaux cave with its extensive Palaeolithic art.
To really get a a feeling for the Basque tradition and way of life, walk through the capital of the French Basque country, Bayonne with its red and green shuttered riverside buildings and the pedestrianised streets of Grand Bayonne
around the Cathedral Sainte-Marie.
Mention Bordeaux and one's thoughts at first turn to the quality wines produced in the 1000 sq km area around the
city, rather than to the city itself. However,the city of Bordeaux boasts a magnificent 18th century centre and an
interesting water-front with Classical facades. Some 50,000 university students ensure a vibrant night-life, ensuring that the young particularly will enjoy their holidays in France.
An 18 hole golf course would seem an odd claim to fame but in the case of the town of Pau, theirs was the first in continental Europe, a legacy of its popularity with the English throughout
the nineteen century. The town provides stunning vistas of the Pyrénées mountains. The
Château de Pau is the town's main visitor sight.





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"[Bordaberry] Résidence Pierre & Vacances Bordaberry" "Between the Atlantic and the Pyrenees. |
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"[Biarritz] Résidence Maeva Eugénie" "Across from the ocean, overlooking the port. |
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"[Lacanau] Résidence Maeva Bleu Marine" Residence with swimming pool. |
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"[Biscarrosse] Résidence Pierre & Vacances Biscarrosse" "Delightful setting in a green and leafy area surrounded by a pine wood. |
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"[Arcangues] Residence Pierre & Vacances Les Terrasses d'Arcangues" "An exceptional view over the Pyrenees . |
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"[Monflanquin] Résidence Pierre & Vacances du Lac" "Located near a fitness centre and a restaurant. |