The region is renowned for its exceptional natural and cultural heritage, with diverse landscapes ranging from the sandy beaches of the Atlantic coast to the mountains of the Pyrenees, the pine forests of the Landes, the world-renowned vineyards of Bordeaux and the prehistoric caves of the Dordogne.
The region's cities are also rich in history and heritage, with must-see sites such as Bordeaux in Gironde, a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its 18th-century architecture, Bayonne with its cathedral and famous ham, Sarlat, the legendary village of Périgord Noir, and Pau with its castle and views of the Pyrenees.
The region is also renowned for its gastronomy, with specialties such as foie gras, duck breast, oysters from the Arcachon basin, sheep's milk cheeses from the Pyrenees and Bordeaux wines. Last but not least, the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region offers a wealth of outdoor and water-based activities such as hiking in the woods, surfing, canoeing, cycling, wine tasting in the Bordeaux vineyards in Gironde or skiing in the Pyrenees resorts in winter. Everything you need for a colorful stay, whether for an unusual night, a weekend or several days..