Travelers will find many delights in the Aquitaine area of Southwest France; from vineyards to prehistoric sites, and medieval castles to well preserved bastides (ancient, fortified towns), all set amid breathtaking natural beauty. The following driving tours will give you a small taste of this glorious region.
Arcachon, located in the southwest corner of France, was once a wooded Atlantic coastline with just a few huts, endless oyster beds and the biggest sand dune in Europe. That all changed in 1857 when Napolean III christened the town of Arcachon and brought all of the debutantes from Paris and the Cote D’Azur to the Atlantic […]
From rolling forests to surfers dream beaches, from spectacular caves to towering gorges; the Southwest’s countryside appeal makes it a terrific spot for active, adventurous travelers. Offering ample opportunities for biking, hiking, rock climbing, and horseback riding, this region has it all. With so many off-road retreats, Southwest France comes with a caveat: take it […]