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Aquitaine Region of France

The Aquitaine Region of France is an amazing land of wine, fine cuisine, cosmopolitan cities like Bordeaux and miles and miles of protected parkland ideal for eco-tourism. There are vast expanses of sandy beaches and the peaks of the Pyrenees Mountains, as well as the unique architecture and culture of the Basque Country.

Aquitaine Region of France

The Aquitaine Region of France is a delightful blend of urban atmosphere in cities like Bordeaux, unique culture and architecture of French Basque Country, beautiful beach towns and vast expanses of protected parkland.

French Sea Water Spas

A popular pursuit in France since the 1960s, the Aquitaine is a prime destination for pursuit of thalassotherapy. Meaning sea-water cure, this was discovered by a Tour de France cyclist who healed from his injuries by seawater in his home of Brittany. Today, there are numerous thalassotherapy treatment centers in the Aquitaine, which has become a bit of an epicenter of thalassotherapy.

Wine Tourism in Bordeaux

The Aquitaine Region and Bordeaux area is the ideal destination for wine aficionados, filled not only with endless vineyards but also numerous attractions devoted to wine. Experience unique wine tourism in France's Aquitaine Region.

Bordeaux City Guide

Bordeaux, France goes relatively unnoticed by tourists, but they are missing out on a thriving city filled with shops, amazing historic attractions and nestled in the heart of wine country.

Aquitaine Tourism Office

The official tourism site of the Aquitaine Region offers details on planning your next trip to this beautiful region's parks, beaches, thermal spas and wine chateaux.
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