The Best of the South-West | Le Meilleur du Sud-Ouest
Tulle isn’t necessarily the first place that springs to mind when you think about visiting France, but this small city in Corrèze is worth getting to know. The capital of the department, Tulle sits in a narrow valley surrounded by the hills of the Limousin countryside, and was a surprise […]
The Canal de Garonne is one of southwest France’s most scenic and underrated road trip routes. Running for almost 200 kilometres between Castets-et-Castillon, southeast of Bordeaux, and Toulouse, the canal follows the course of the Garonne River through vineyards, farmland, historic towns and peaceful countryside. Built in the 19th century […]
Perfectly positioned between the Atlantic coast and the Pyrenees, Pau is a great base for a vacation in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques. It is the capital of the historic Béarn province in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, and offers excellent dining, shopping, and some interesting sites. Add in a mild climate and easy transport links, and […]
Niort is the capital city of the Deux-Sevres department, in the north of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine. If you’ve never heard of Niort before, don’t worry, many haven’t. But it is worthy of being known, and of being a destination to visit. This Niort city guide will give you a brief run-down […]
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 […]
Parthenay is a medieval city in the Deux-Sèvres department. With many of the city walls and fortifications still intact, it is a fascinating glimpse into the 13th century lives of the Lords of Parthenay. 17th century additions to the town combine with the ramshackle medieval areas to deliver a delightful […]
Limoges is tucked away in the lush Haute-Vienne department of south-west France. In between two regional parks, Limoges is famous for being the centre of French porcelain, yet its history in the decorative arts spans way back to the middle ages. While it’s not the most visited or well-known of […]
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 […]
Angoulême is the capital city of the Charente department in south-west France. This beautiful walled city is home of the comic strip (bande dessinée), and the Angoulême International Comics Festival every year. This Angoulême city guide will give you some of the highlights to discover and hopefully entice you to […]
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 […]