Aquitaine and France’s Basque region ticks all the boxes for a quintessential French experience: food, wine, art, history and good weather.
France’s Nouvelle Aquitaine region is a generous scoop of land the size of Austria that runs along the south-west coast and furrows into the centre of the country. Consequently, it covers a vast and varied chunk of France with the landscapes, climates and cultural quirks that go with it. Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and a scattering of little islands to the west, the Pyrenees mountains to the south, and forests and rural villages to the east, it has a sunny climate and a host of different vibes.
The Aquitaine region starts in the middle of the Atlantic coast at La Rochelle before entering Basque Country further south which has a strong prehistoric history and a proud cultural identity. It’s a vibrant mix of Spanish influence where food, tradition and colours are held in high regard. Snow-capped mountains, surf spots and vineyards vie for attention and there’s always something going on !
Aquitaine and the Basque Country has a wealth of rugged landscapes, character-packed towns and lively seaside resorts
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As mentioned above, Bayonne has two delicious specialities; it is famous the world over for its cured ham, but the fact that it is the cradle of French chocolate-making is a better kept secret.
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Arcachon Bay is home to the tallest sand dune in Europe which is 106 metres high and 3 kilometres long.
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La Rochelle hosts the Grand Pavois boat show every autumn which attracts 100,000 visitors and 750 boats.
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The Basque Country crosses the border – one side is in Spain, the other in France.
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Whether you're looking for a manor house or a traditional Cap-Ferret wooden cabin, you will love this one of a kind property. This luxury rental villa comprises a main building with six bedrooms including a master suite and a mezzanine, and a cabin featuring a further three bedrooms. This spacious rental property is ideal for holidaying with family or friends. The exceptional location overlooking the sea, and the villa's heated swimming pool will ensure that everybody has a great time.
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Berdeana is a French holiday villa with heated poolfor rent. Surrounded by green scenery, this luxury property for rent is an invitation to the sweet pleasures of living. Spacious, it features two beautiful villas in extensive grounds looking over the Rhune mountain.
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Seafront holiday villa with pool. Bista Eder, which means "Beautiful View" in Basque, offers unique views over Saint Jean de Luz bay and its great dykes dating back to the Napoleonic era
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A recent building with a very clean and uncluttered decorative scheme, the "Entre Plage et Bassin" villa is located in a peaceful, wooded residential area. Situated less than a kilometre from one of the small ports of the Arcachon Basin, in addition to relaxing
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L'Elégante du Bassin is a luxury villa to rent in the Gironde, on the front line of the Bay of Arcachon. It's a very prestigious French villa with a beautiful outdoor swimming pool. It offers a luxury family holiday or with friends, for up to 15 people...
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You will love the authentic Basque charm of the main house and the wooden garden chalet at this luxury property. Swimming pool, pool house, spacious rooms, this property ticks all the boxes for an enjoyable Basque holiday.
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If you love old buildings and lush landscapes, then the villa Collines Basques is right up your street! This holiday property enjoys amazing views over the La Rhune mountain and is just twelwe kilometres from the beach and thirty-five kilometres from the Spanish border.
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Stay at Ambiance Cap Ferret and enjoy the beauty of this authentic beach house featuring wooden beams, light-filled spaces and elegant, low-key style, all just a few steps from the beach.
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