Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Aquitaine Region
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Aquitaine Region with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Aquitaine Region area
This Aquitaine Region map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Aquitaine Region and surroundings
France - moving around the country
The largest airport in France is considered to be the air Harbor Charles de Gaulle. This airport is situated only 25 kilometers from the capital of France. You can get to it either by transfer, or by using a taxi, or rented car. There are also regular buses and underground trains that make trips towards the direction of the airport. There are special buses between the terminals at the airport. The most comfortable conditions for passengers have been created in the airport. There are eateries and cafes, as well as respectable restaurants. Also made available are several spacious recreation rooms, a meeting room, as well as a nursery. There are also special services aimed at people with disabilities. Upon arrival at the airport, everyone can visit duty-free shops, as well as colorful souvenir shops. … OpenOverview of festivals and celebrations in France
In France, every year there is a huge number of festivals. June 21, Music Day, is a day off throughout the country. On this day on the streets and squares are established scenes and venues, where musical groups and performers of different ranks perform: from beginners to real legends of the French stage. Great attention is paid in France to classical and ancient music. In Ambron, in abbey built in the 11th century, there is a festival of baroque music annually. In the city of La Cote-Saint-Andre every year, there is a festival of Hector Berlioz, the famous French composer and music writer. … OpenPhotogallery of Aquitaine Region sights
Our guide to Aquitaine Region
Shopping, streets and outlets
Maison Georges Larnicol in Bordeaux is a heaven for all those, who like sweets. Here you can find hundreds of different desserts. Try macaroons – small pasties, that look like colorful cookies, are the pride of the French cooks. In Orthez city take a closer look at the locally produced clothes. It combines folk motives with modern tendencies. A beret is always a good idea for a souvenir from Aquitaine. The Pau … Open
Best beaches
Madness of love is probably the most romantic beach of the resort. Its name in French means ‘Rooms of love.’ It's also worth to mention that Biarritz beaches are excellently equipped for active rest and are very popular among windsurfing and beach sports fans. This well-developed shore regularly hosts various sport events. It is widely thought that Biarritz also may boast best diving and windsurfing courses … Open
Aquitaine Region for children - what to visit
History fans will appreciate the caves in the Vaser Valley. Although, Dordogne Perigord is worth visiting not only for its prehistoric monuments. There are a lot of medieval castles, fascinating not only for grownups, but for children as well. Because what kid has never heard of the places, where brave knights and princesses lived? And if your child is interested not in the tournaments and balls, but in flights, … Open
Travel guide to Aquitaine Region
Aquitaine is a popular resort destination for all fans of beachside entertainment. Fans of natural landmarks will be delighted with their visit to Cape Medoc that is famous for its spacious and uncrowded beaches. Many of these beaches have absolutely no infrastructure, so they are full of their natural and original charm. Arcachon Bay is an absolutely unique resort destination. This bay is almost completely isolated. … Open
Traditions and mentality of Aquitaine Region
If you are a fan of the Medieval times, try not to miss the reenactment of the Battle of the Castillon. It put an end to the Hundred Year War and allowed the French to banish the English from Aquitaine. And now every year thousands of knights all around France take part in the most beautiful staging, with the use of the newest illumination effects and the pyrotechnics. The anniversary of the Templar return in the … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
All around Aquitaine you can try foie gras and canned duck. Besides great wine, we should do justice to grape brandy, called Armagnac, and Gascon Bouquet, a sweet alcoholic drink, served as an aperitif. There are countless restaurants in all five departments, where you can have a great meal. Chez Diego Plage restaurant is located in Arcachon, the “oyster capital” of Aquitaine. Obviously, here they serve … Open