Ski fans will also find something to do in Aquitaine during a winter season. Every year hundreds of old hotels in the Atlantic Pyrenees department are ready to welcome guests and help the beginners to learn the nuances of the skiing. Sometimes the cost of the additional services, like the transportation to the ski-route or a help of an instructor, is already included in the accommodation. Almost all the big hotels of the region have storage rooms for equipment and training centers. Artouste, Astun, Candanchu – those are just a few famous ski resorts in Aquitaine.during the warm seasons, the tourists can do canoeing on fast flowing mountain rivers. However, if you are not so sure about your skills, you can choose the peaceful Leyre River.
Thousands of architectural monuments and picturesque views beckon any traveler, pushing him to go hiking, horse riding, and bike tours around this area. Aquitaine – is the place of medieval charm. There are hundreds of cities, small towns, and little villages, that are certainly worth visiting. Definitely, visit the Lascaux cave. Where else will you find such a well-preserved prehistoric painting? You can use popular tourist paths or discover your own. There is also an opportunity to take a flight on a hot air balloon. If you have an international driving license and you are older, than 21, you can rent a car in any city in Aquitaine. Make sure to specify, if the insurance includes reparation. Otherwise, in case of a car crash, you will have to cover all the costs. It is also good to remember, that some companies have the maximum possible mileage limits.
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