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Aquitaine

Aquitaine is the largest region in France. With its wonderful quality of life and climate, this region is famous for its gastronomy and beautiful countryside.

Aquitaine - At a Glance

Capital - Bordeaux

Sea - Ocean Atlantic, white and sandy beaches and inland lakes.

Countryside - largest pine forest in Western Europe, Dordogne River, Pyrenees Mountain.

Property Prices in Aquitaine

Dordogne has become so popular that it's become a really expensive area. Only in the Pyrenees-Atlantiques are there cheaper properties available for renovation.

Population - 2,880,000

Activities - Walking, Fishing, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Surfing, Thalassotherapy

Renowned for - Bordeaux Wine, Gastronomy, Castles
Climate - Mild coastal, humid. Summer 22C, Winter 5C.

Ferry Ports
1. Santander
430 km from Santander to Bordeaux (approximately 4.5 hours)

2.Calais
870 km from Calais (approximately 8 hours)

Airports - Bordeaux/Biarritz/Bergerac/Pau

Airlines flying to Aquitaine - Ryanair, Flybe

Tourist board website - www.crt.cr-aquitaine.fr