A Territory Where Adventure
Feels Within Reach
Because here, every journey is an invitation to slow down… without ever sacrificing the richness of experiences. Located in Southwest France, this vast region captivates with its exceptional diversity: between the Atlantic Ocean, prestigious vineyards, elegant cities and wide natural spaces, it offers a concentrate of emotions to experience at your own pace.
©Plage de Grand-Village / ORA I Mathieu Anglada
Breathe the sea air on long sandy beaches, among the best-preserved in Europe, learn to surf on Basque Country waves, or cycle through pine forests along the Atlantic coast… Here, nature is everywhere and reveals itself freely. With thousands of kilometers of cycling routes and trails, Nouvelle-Aquitaine is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts and slow travel lovers.
©Monflanquin / Teddy Verneuil Lezbroz
But traveling in Nouvelle-Aquitaine also means awakening your senses. Taste a grand cru in Bordeaux vineyards, savor local gastronomy at a market or during a cooking class, meet passionate producers… Each experience is an encounter, each flavor tells a story. The Southwest art of living is shared simply, through authentic moments.
©Château de Biron / Dordogne Libre
The region is also rich in remarkable cultural heritage. Stroll through the streets of Bordeaux, a UNESCO World Heritage site, explore villages in the Dordogne Valley, discover artistic craftsmanship in Limoges, or be surprised by the creativity of cities like Poitiers. Between history and modernity, culture and art of living, each destination reveals a unique facet.
©Randonnée au Lac d’Anglas à Gourette / Adrien-Basse-Cathalinat /ADT64
From Pyrenean peaks to green valleys, from Atlantic coast islands to peaceful large lakes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine is a land of contrasts. People come here to recharge, reconnect with nature, but also to experience active, wellness or sports experiences, suited to all desires and all seasons.
Choosing Nouvelle-Aquitaine means choosing more responsible tourism, driven by committed and passionate actors. It means taking time to discover, exchange, and feel. Whether you travel as a couple, with family or with friends, you’ll find much more than a destination: an experience to live fully, and to carry with you long after your return.
Where to Go in Nouvelle-Aquitaine ?
Nouvelle-Aquitaine reveals itself through eight distinct destinations, each with its own personality yet united by shared values of authenticity and warmth. From dynamic cities to timeless villages, coastal elegance to mountain charm, discover the faces of a region that never stops surprising.
©Place de la bourse Bordeaux / The Outdoors CRTNA
Bordeaux
Where the Garonne flows through grand 18th-century facades and the scent of wine mingles with fresh croissants on lively terraces.
Biarritz – Basque Country
Where the crash of Atlantic waves meets mountain echoes, and the aroma of chocolate blends with salt air and festive pelota games.
©OT Anglet – CRTNA
©Ile d’Oléron / Les Coflocs
Atlantic Coast
Where endless golden beaches meet whispering pine forests, and the call of seabirds dances with the rhythm of gentle waves.
Cognac
Where the Charente River flows peacefully past ancient stone walls, and the warm amber notes of aging eau-de-vie fill centuries-old cellars.
©Jarnac / BNIC-Stéphane Charbeau
Limoges
Where delicate porcelain catches the light in historic workshops, and green countryside whispers just beyond the city’s creative heart.
Poitiers – Futuroscope – Marais Poitevin
Where medieval church bells echo through cobbled streets, futuristic thrills await families, and still waterways wind through emerald wetlands.
©La Clé des songes / Futuroscope
©Randonneuse au Pic du Midi d’Ossau/ C. Migeon / ADT64
Pyrenees – pau & surroundings
Where mountain peaks frame royal heritage, cowbells echo across alpine meadows, and vineyard-dotted valleys stretch toward Spanish horizons.
Dordogne Valley & surroundings
Where prehistoric caves hold ancient secrets, honey-stone villages cling to cliffsides, and truffle markets perfume autumn mornings.
©Beynac-et-Cazenac / Clara Ferrand – CRTNA
Experience the NOuvelle-Aquitaine
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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