About
New Aquitaine is a large region in southwestern France, stretching between the Atlantic coast and the wider inland countryside. It is a destination that suits a slow, varied trip, with the sea, the vineyards and the old towns all within reach of one another.
What the region offers
- The Atlantic coastline, where the beaches and resort towns give the region its seaside character.
- Bordeaux wine country, the vineyard landscape around the city that many visitors come to explore.
- Historic cities, with streets and architecture that reward unhurried walking.
- The Dordogne valley, a riverside landscape of villages and countryside, well suited to a quieter pace.
Places to start
Among the popular destinations in the region are Biarritz and Arcachon. Biarritz is known as a coastal town, while Arcachon offers its own relaxed seaside atmosphere. Visitors often choose one or two of these as a base and travel out from there to the wine country or the inland valley.
Because the region is large, it helps to decide early what kind of trip you want. A stay on the coast, a circuit of vineyards, or a journey inland to the Dordogne each makes a different holiday, and many visitors combine two of them. New Aquitaine rewards planning around one main interest rather than trying to cover everything at once.
