Holidays in Nouvelle-AquitaineSelf catering holiday homes in France
Nouvelle-Aquitaine, located on the west coast of France, known as 'The beauty coast'. The region and is known for its wide, long sandy beaches and important historical building and monuments from throughout the ages. The region extends out toward the Atlantic Ocean with a many pretty beach resorts like Saint Georges de Didonne and France's second largest island after Corsica, Ile d'Oleron. There is also an incredible number of pretty fishing villages, stunning beaches and pretty little coves. The food is excellent especially if you enjoy fresh fish and seafood. Other popular dishes are crêpes and galette-saucisse to be washed down with locally made Pineau des Charentes wine.
Nouvelle-Aquitaine is easily accessible with La Rochelle's modern International airport providing short transfers to many popular resorts or by ferry from the UK.
| At a glance... | |
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| Family friendly resorts | ✔ |
| Fabulous beaches | ✔ |
| Excellent golf courses | ✔ |
| Watersports | ✔ |
| Historical sites | ✔ |
| Vineyards | ✔ |
| Main airports - La Rochelle | ✔ |
| Capital - La Rochelle | ✔ |
Featured resorts in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Things to see and do in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Nouvelle-Aquitaine is full of interesting villages, gorgeous beaches and pristine countryside to explore. One of the top attractions are Fort Boyard -Napoleon's sea fort completed in 1859.
| A few suggestions.... | |
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| See the Vieux Port in La Rochelle | ✔ |
| Day trip to see the lighthouse at Phare des Baleines | ✔ |
| Have fun at Luna Park la palmyre in Les Mathes | ✔ |
| Take a tour of Château de Buzay, La Jarne | ✔ |
| Visit one of the many medieval castles of the area like the Castle of Dampierre-sur-Boutonne | ✔ |
| Visit the stunning beach of Chatelaillon Plage | ✔ |
| See the amazing views from the cliffs at Pointe de Suzac | ✔ |
Our view on holidays in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Nouvelle-Aquitaine has so much that appeals to most tastes and age groups from its more lively resorts to its peaceful and very pretty fishing villages offering outstanding cuisine, value for money and a friendly vibe. For the sporty types, there is an abundance of choice from water sports such as windsurfing, kitesurfing, sailing to more tradional sports such as golf. It is safe to say that Nouvelle-Aquitaine is a fantastic holiday destination for the whole family and renting a villa or apartment for your holiday in Nouvelle-Aquitaine gives the freedom and flexibility to explore this stunning region at your own pace.
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