Aquitaine

• Arcachon and the great dune of Pyla-

  The Aquitaine region, south west of France, has a lot to offer to the traveller, before or after a wine tour.

  
  One of the marvels is the Great Dune of PYLA, or PILAT (both spellings are corrects, oddly enough), the tallest sand dune in Europe. Located at the south entrance of the Arcachon inlet, 60 kilometers southwest of  Bordeaux, the dune stretches its 60 million cubical meters of fine sand on nearly 2.7 kilometers from south to north, and 500 meters from west to east. Due to its mobility, its height varies constantly, ranging from 100 to 117 meters, and it moves inland on a permanent basis.

• Aquitaine-
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  It bills itself as "the other south of France", but those who come to Aquitaine will be astounded by the richness and diversity of its geography.
  
• Prehistoric Sites of Aquitaine-

  It all started 400 000 years ago, when  Homo Erectus arrived in Perigord, coming from Africa.

  
  The traces of early settlements show his ability to use some technology, like two sides’ flint, or fire, signs of adaptation to the cold environment in the glaciations eras.
   
  Later on, Neandertal took his place; first species originating from Europe, he left numerous remnants of the tools he used or the game he hunted, until he disappeared 30 000years ago. He was the first human ancestor to bury the dead, thus testifying of a spiritual behaviour.

• Golf of Moliets-

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  History of the Golf

• Golf of Ilbarritz-

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  Welcome to the Société des Golfs de Biarrit

• Golf of Biarritz "Le Phare"-

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  Welcome to the Société des Golfs de Biarritz website

• Golf of Bordeaux-Cameyrac-

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  The Golf of Bordeaux-Cameyrac

  A 15 minutes drive from Bordeaux and Saint-Emilion, in the middle of the vineyards "Entre-Deux-Mers", the Golf of Bordeaux-Cameyrac offers to all golfers looking for calmness and comfort the exceptional environment of a high quality course. The 27 holes plenty of caracter allow golfers of all levels good performances.

• Golf of Medoc-

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  The Golf of Medoc

• Golf of Lacanau-

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  The Golf

  Lacanau golf course is situated on the doorstep of the great wine district of Médoc, just a mile from the famous Atlantic beaches and only 30 miles west of Bordeaux.
  Designed by John Harris and opened in 1980, the golf of Lacanau amply deserves its international reputation. The golf course sits amongst 50 hectares of heavy pine forests and winds it’s way between the dunes & the groves of broom providing a different challenge on each hole.

  Teaching

• Golf of Arcachon-

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  The Golf of Arcachon

  The bay of Arcachon offers to golf lovers the choice of varied and technical courses of great quality Nestled in the heart of the forest, the golf of Arcachon unrolls its course of 18 holes on more than 6000 meters. Between plains, small valleys, bunkers and obstacles of water, lovers and sportsmen of all levels will have to show of technicality and precision to do it

   

  Between the Golf and the Spa

• Atlanthal Spa in Anglet-

   

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  THE SITE

  The "Forme et Detente" Center

  1,200 square-metres divided into several zones : cardio-training centre, body-building room, a room dedicated to group lessons. Access to the cardio-training and body-building rooms are reserved to persons over 16. Relaxation pool : heated seawater pool, bubbling baths, jacuzzi, saunas and hammam…

  The Lagoon

• Spa Harmonia Margaux-

   

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  THE INSTITUTE

   

• Golf Blue Green Artiguelouve-

   

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  Golf Bluee Green Artiguelouve

  An exoctic contrast ... Lakes and palm trees, at the foot
  of the snow-capped Pyrénées !

  Golf, mountains, sea... Just one hour from the ski slopes and beaches,Artiguelouve offers priceless views of the Pyrenees mountain peaks.

   

  The course

  18 holes par 70, 5839 m

• Golf Blue Green Seignosse-

   

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  SEIGNOSSE GOLF CLUB

  One of Europe's outstanding courses, just minutes from the best beaches in France.

  A jewel among the Basque country’s outstanding golf courses, Seignosse has been carved out of the magnificent forest-clad landscape of south-west France, the immense pines and cork-oaks creating a cathedral-like atmosphere as you advance down the fairways. Located in one of France’s very best golfing regions, this is a course you’re unlikely to forget.

  The courses

• Golf Blue Green Gujan-

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  Golf Blue Green Gujan

  Sea, sand, and pine needles in Bordeaux country: The perfect golfing holiday!

  An internationally renowned course which is both a severe test of golfing skills and a pleasure on the eye. Like some of the famous Florida courses, Gujan makes

  the most of its natural environment of pine forest and lakes, to which have been added bunkers of brilliant white sand.

   

  The courses

  18 holes, by 72 of 6225 m

• Golf Blue Green Bordeaux Pessac-

   

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  Golf Courses

  Golf among the vineyards, in 250 acres of pine woods close to Bordeaux's best known châteaux! Not far from the airport, the three courses and laid out among the pine trees ans small lakes typical of the region. Don't leave without sampling a glass of the local Pessac-Léognan.

  The courses

  18 holes, par 72, 6056 m

• Perigueux-

   

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  Perigueux is located in the region of the Aquitaine

   

  Aquitaine (also known as "Guyenne" or "Guienne") is an extensive region of south-west France with a long coastline along the Atlantic Ocean (Bay of Biscay) and a mountainous border with Spain along the Pyrenees Mountains. The French part of Basque Country lies at the south-west end of Aquitaine.

• Bordeaux-

   

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• Bayonne-

   

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  Description

  Bayonne is in Aquitaine, France.

   

  Access

  By plane

  Biarritz-Anglet-Bayonne International Airport is about 4km from the town centre. [www.biarritz.aeroport.fr/ Website]. Tel: 33 (0)5 59 43 83 83. Regular bus service for Euro 1.20 single fare.

  Direct flights from:

• Helianthal Saint-Jean-de-Luz-

   

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  THE SITE

  Take the time to stroll along the seafront in Saint-Jean-de-luz and through the tiny streets of the old town, the venue for the wedding between the Sun King and the Infanta of Spain. A stay at the Helianthal Hotel is also an opportunity to explore the fascinating interland with its delightful villages : Sare, Ainhoa, Espelette...

   

  THE TREATMENTS

• Thalassa Miramar Biarritz-

   

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  THE SITE

  A chic seaside resort with a bracing effect as well as a centre for surfing and golf, Biarritz also delights visitors with its climate. Close to Spain and in the heart of the Basque country, Biarritz and its surrounding region offer an untamed natural landscape just waiting to be discovered, with a rich heritage, culture and traditions

  THE INSTITUTE

• Archaeological site of Montcaret- Archaeological site of Montcaret

   

  The Monument

  The excavations carried out on the site of Montcaret by Jules Formigé between 1922 and 1939 revealed its wealth. In the 1st and 2nd centuries, a great Gallo-Roman villa was built there. It was transformed in the 4th century: the house was in its prime at that time.
  The arrangement of the house is Graeco-Roman.

  Lodging

  See the listing of the Hotels in Bergerac

   

  Practical information

  Main entrance to the archaeological site of Montcaret
  24230 Montcaret

• Chateau de Cadillac-

  Chateau de Cadillac

  • Monument

  Overlooking the Garonne river and the bastide de Cadillac, the castle of the Dukes of Epernon, a prime example of early 17th century architecture, was an impressive monument in its day, and it rivaled royal properties. Of the richly decorated castle built by the Duke of Epernon (1554-1642), all that remains is the main building with its two wings at right angles, the courtyard and the garden. Inside, there are monumental marble fireplaces with carved figures, painted ceilings from the 17th century and tapestries. This decoration gives a good idea of the splendor of the receptions given in honor of the visits of Henri IV, Louis XIII and Louis XIV.

• The abbey of Sauve-Majeure- The abbey of Sauve-Majeure

   

• Aquitaine information please-

  Hi I am a highschool student studying the regions in France,

  any information regarding the geographical layout, culture, etc. would be greatly apperciated. Danke.

• Aquitaine: A Brief History-

   

• Aquitaine: Introduction-

  The Atlantic coastline

  

• Aquitaine: Gastronomy-

  Arguably, the world's best wines are produced here. A trip to the Bordeaux region is not only a feast on the palate, it is the ultimate experience in history, gastronomy, culture, all rolled into a cholestorol-ladden, calorie-rich, unforgettable culinary moment.

• Introduction-

   

  

   

  What you need to know:

• Aquitaine: Reference-

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