©Balade en vélo sur un pont du Céou / CDT Dordogne - Déclic & Décolle
©OT Cambo les Bains - CRTNA
©Marais poitevin / CRTNA - FEDER
©OT Anglet – CRTNA
From the Rhune mountain range to the Baie de l’Aiguillon Nature Reserve, via the Landes de Gascogne Regional Natural Park, your eyes won’t believe what they see.
On foot, by bike or on horseback, take the time to wander along forest trails, follow rivers and streams, or sit atop our rolling hills for a peaceful moment of contemplation.
970 km of coastline! Enjoy this vast natural playground to breathe deeply again and reconnect with your favourite activities, at your own pace.
When night falls, a whole new atmosphere settles over the plateau. Far from any light pollution, the sky becomes a spectacle. Officially recognised as an International Dark Sky Reserve, the Millevaches Park is one of the best places to admire the Milky Way. Lying in the grass, wrapped up in a warm fleece, let yourself be captivated by the infinite sky stretching above you.
In Nouvelle-Aquitaine, nature is generous and accompanies you on every adventure. Hiking the GR10 trail, landscapes unfold step by step. Riding the waves in Lacanau, you’ll feel that rush of adrenaline that reminds you you’re truly alive. Or more simply, nature becomes a soothing green haven, helping you change perspectives and breathe again.
©Arboretum La Jonchère-Saint-Maurice / Sirtaki – CBC
A Breath of Nature
Centuries-old cedar trees, flocks of migrating cranes, starry skies…
Here, nature is experienced on a grand scale, and listened to in silence. Look up, welcome every detail, and stay attentive to the thousand little things it whispers to you in its own way.
Water-based gataways
Balancing on a paddleboard along the Charente, canoeing down the Vézère, or surfing the waves of the Landes coast, water invites you to truly let go. Fresh or salty, lively or calm, it becomes your perfect partner for play, escape and sensation.
©Kayak à Crozant / Les Coflocs – CRTNA
©Canyoning Sainte-Engrace / Adrien Basse-Cathalinat
Outdoor & sports experiences
A mountain bike climb, a trail running path, a rock-climbing route… every effort becomes an energising breath that gets your heart racing. There’s nothing quite like practising your favourite sport surrounded by landscapes that inspire you to push yourself further.
Itinerant adventures
On foot along the Chemin d’Amadour or cycling the Flow Vélo routes, the trails invite you to slow down and discover our regions differently. With every kilometre, embrace holidays in “slow mode”, guided by your footsteps and the ever-changing scenery.
©Port de Talais / M. Audouard / CRTNA
Far from everything, yet close to what truly matters.
Treat yourself to a break in a calm, vibrant setting where time seems to stretch endlessly.
Whether you’re in an active mood or simply want to unwind, find your own rhythm for a stay that suits you. A walk in the forest, a mountain trail, a nap in a remarkable garden… Here, everyone finds their own way to connect with nature. Now it’s your turn to choose yours.
Charente in Motion: From Image to Ocean
The Dordogne in Motion
From Atlantic Ports to Iconic Beaches
Take your time to admire the beauty of gardens that have inspired the world’s greatest artists, and dare to take the first step: creativity always follows the first pencil strokes.
©Place de la bourse Bordeaux / The Outdoors CRTNA
Bordeaux
A vibrant city of wine and culture, Bordeaux blends elegant architecture, lively neighbourhoods and an easy-going art of living along the Garonne River.
Biarritz – Basque country
Between ocean waves and mountain roots, Biarritz reveals a bold Basque identity, where surf culture, traditions and a strong sense of place meet.
©OT Anglet – CRTNA
©Ile d’Oléron / Les Coflocs
Atlantic coast
Stretching along the ocean, the Atlantic Coast offers endless beaches, wild landscapes, iconic seaside towns and countless ways to reconnect with nature.
Pyrenees – Pau & surroundings
At the gateway to the Pyrenees, Pau and Béarn blend mountain adventures, generous gastronomy and a warm local culture shaped by history and landscapes.
©Randonneuse au Pic du Midi d’Ossau/ C. Migeon / ADT64
For the undecided, the charm of the South-West France can be found throughout the region. Go explore our other destinations, from the foothills of the Pyrenees to the hidden villages of Deux-Sèvres, or enjoy surf sessions on the coast and hikes in the vast landscapes of Limousin. You will certainly find the stay that suits you.
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