Coast & islands
Long Atlantic beaches, surf towns, oyster villages and islands run from Charente-Maritime south towards the Basque coast.
Atlantic coast · Dordogne valleys · vineyards & villages
Holiday homes in
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
From Atlantic beaches and Bordeaux vineyards to the Dordogne, Basque Country and green inland France.
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A whole region to explore
Nouvelle-Aquitaine is France’s largest administrative region, stretching from the Atlantic islands and beaches to the Dordogne valleys, Limousin countryside, Bordeaux vineyards and the foothills of the Pyrenees.
Its scale gives holidaymakers an unusually broad choice: surf and seaside stays, celebrated wine country, medieval villages, rivers and castles, lively cities, rural retreats and the distinctive culture and food of the French Basque Country.
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Nouvelle-Aquitaine at a glance
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Dordogne & rural France
River valleys, bastide towns, castles, markets and stone villages make the inland departments ideal for slower holidays.
Wine & gastronomy
Bordeaux, Bergerac, Cognac and regional markets put wine, local produce and distinctive food traditions at the heart of a stay.
Mountains & Basque Country
The south-west changes character again around Bayonne, Biarritz and the Pyrenean foothills.
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Places to stay in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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Les Oliviers - Lamourache Nord
Lot-et-Garonne
From €147 / night
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Fleuret Cottage
Corrèze
From €115 / night
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Castél de l'Arbre
Creuse
From €225 / night
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Cabanon Perché
Creuse
From €225 / night
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Les Rosiers - Lamourache Nord
Lot-et-Garonne
From €154 / night
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Coustalou
Dordogne
From £130 / night
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The departments of Nouvelle-Aquitaine
16
Charente (0)
Cognac country, Angoulême, river valleys, villages and gently rolling countryside.
Explore department → 17Charente-Maritime (0)
La Rochelle, Atlantic islands, oyster coast, beaches and historic seaside towns.
Explore department → 19Corrèze (1)
Collonges-la-Rouge, river valleys, wooded countryside and handsome historic villages.
Explore department → 23Creuse (2)
Quiet lakes, rolling green countryside, traditional villages and uncrowded rural France.
Explore department → 24Dordogne (1)
Sarlat, prehistoric sites, castles, bastides and the celebrated Dordogne and Vézère valleys.
Explore department → 33Gironde (0)
Bordeaux, Saint-Émilion, Médoc vineyards, Arcachon Bay and the Atlantic coast.
Explore department → 40Landes (0)
Huge beaches, surf resorts, pine forests, lakes and long stretches of Atlantic coastline.
Explore department → 47Lot-et-Garonne (2)
Bastide towns, orchards, rivers, markets and relaxed countryside between Bordeaux and Toulouse.
Explore department → 64Pyrénées-Atlantiques (0)
Biarritz, Bayonne, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Béarn and the foothills of the Pyrenees.
Explore department → 79Deux-Sèvres (0)
The Marais Poitevin, market towns, green lanes and peaceful western countryside.
Explore department → 86Vienne (0)
Poitiers, Futuroscope, Romanesque heritage, rivers and open countryside.
Explore department → 87Haute-Vienne (0)
Limoges, lakes, wooded landscapes, porcelain heritage and the countryside of Limousin.
Explore department →Towns, coast & countryside
Places to explore in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Bordeaux
A handsome riverside city surrounded by some of the world’s best-known wine country.
Sarlat-la-Canéda & the Dordogne Valley
Golden-stone streets, markets, castles, riverside villages and classic Périgord scenery.
La Rochelle & the islands
An historic Atlantic port with easy access to Île de Ré and the Charente-Maritime coast.
Biarritz & the Basque coast
Atlantic beaches, surf culture, elegant seaside architecture and a strong Basque identity.
Saint-Émilion
A celebrated wine village of limestone buildings, vineyard landscapes and underground heritage.
Cognac
A riverside town internationally known for its spirit houses and the vineyards of the Charente.
Limoges
The regional centre of Limousin, known for porcelain, historic quarters and surrounding green countryside.
Arcachon Bay & Dune du Pilat
Oyster villages, sheltered water and Europe’s great coastal dune beside the Atlantic.
Make a holiday of it
What makes Nouvelle-Aquitaine special
Rivers, castles & villages
Explore the Dordogne and Vézère valleys, bastide towns and the rural landscapes of Périgord, Corrèze and Lot-et-Garonne.
Atlantic days
Mix beaches and surfing with islands, seafood, oyster ports and coastal cycling from Charente-Maritime to the Basque Country.
Wine routes & markets
Visit vineyards around Bordeaux, Bergerac and Cognac, then discover local produce through village markets and regional restaurants.
Plan your stay
When to visit Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Spring
Green countryside, blossom, comfortable sightseeing weather and quieter coastlines.
Summer
Long days for rivers, beaches, markets, festivals and outdoor dining across the region.
Autumn
Wine harvests, woodland colour, food markets and excellent conditions for touring inland areas.
Winter
City breaks, food-focused stays and peaceful countryside, with reduced hours at some seasonal attractions.
Travel & getting around
Getting to & around Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Bordeaux is the region’s largest transport hub, while airports at Bergerac, La Rochelle, Limoges, Poitiers and Biarritz can also be useful depending on destination and season. High-speed rail links Bordeaux with Paris and services connect many larger towns.
Because Nouvelle-Aquitaine is exceptionally large, a car is usually the most practical way to reach rural holiday homes and combine villages, countryside and attractions. Journey times between the far north and south of the region can be substantial.
Nouvelle-Aquitaine at a glance
Atlantic beaches · Dordogne · Bordeaux · vineyards · Basque Country · medieval villages · rivers · Pyrenees
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