The south-west is best known for its rich diversity from extensive golden sandy beaches to bastides and châteaux, abundant vineyards and varied scenery. The landscapes, culture and heritage of the area are plentiful and is reflected in the diversity of its countryside: the sloping < ...
The south-west is best known for its rich diversity from extensive golden sandy beaches to bastides and châteaux, abundant vineyards and varied scenery. The landscapes, culture and heritage of the area are plentiful and is reflected in the diversity of its countryside: the sloping Bordeaux vineyards, the sandy heathland along the coasts of the Basque country, the plateaux of the Périgord. The area also boasts more days of sunshine than most of Europe – spring arrives earlier than in the UK and summer lingers on longer making the south-west an attractive proposition. Each area has its own regional culinary specialities with colourful markets selling fresh seafood, vibrant, local fruit and vegetables and not forgetting the local wines.