The Best of the South-West | Le Meilleur du Sud-Ouest
Bourg is a commune north of Bordeaux, on the Gironde Estuary. At the confluence of the Dordogne and Garonne Rivers, as they exit into the sea, it is a fertile area full of vineyards. Exploring Bourg-sur-Gironde and the surrounding wineries and towns is a blissful way to spend a weekend […]
L’Entrecôte was first opened in Toulouse in 1959 by Henri Gineste de Saurs. There are now 6 restaurants around France and in Barcelona, Spain. We first discovered L’Entrecôte in Bordeaux about 5 years ago, on the recommendation of a friend; and it has become a firm favourite. A prime example […]
A relic from the once German occupied city of Bordeaux has been transformed into an impressive art space. This giant ex-submarine port building provides ample space for immersive experiences; and the juxtaposition of industrial concrete and fine art has a captivating charm. Read on to learn more about the Bassins […]
The Nouvelle-Aquitaine region has four Natural Regional Parks and part of one National Park within its borders. There are mountains, marshland, rolling hills perfect for hiking, lakes, rivers, and a myriad of outdoor activities. Punctuated by villages, idyllic campsites, and picnic areas. The regional and national parks of Nouvelle-Aquitaine make […]
Bordeaux is a captivating city. Wrapping around a curve in the Garonne River, it has the best of both historic sites and dynamic new developments. It is also more than just wine too. Yes, yes, I know that it has the Cité du Vin, and that Saint-Émilion is just down […]
Lacanau Océan is a lively beach resort on the south west coast of France, directly west of Bordeaux. This is not the France of chateaux, mountains or dramatic river gorges. But if you enjoy activity in the great outdoors, it’s a fantastic place to spend a couple of weeks in France […]