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Aquitane

Aquitaine forms a région in south-western France along the Atlantic Ocean and the Pyrenees mountain range on the border with Spain.

Bordered along the whole of its west coast by the Atlantic Ocean, Aquitaine is bathed in a mild oceanic climate with the influence of the Gulf Stream. The weather here is mild the whole year, making the Bordeaux region a similar climate to the Mediterranean.

These mild temperatures, green, floral environment and plenty of sunshine all add to the enjoyment the regions excellent beaches in spring, summer and autumn, as well as walking in the mountains and wooded valleys.

Surfing and sailing are the major drawcards for the region but there literally hundreds of outdoor activities available here from abseiling to caving to traditinal Basque pelota. If you'd rather do nothing at all, the fine sand of the Atlantic coast is ideal for working on your (all-over) tan. There are also plenty of specialised relaxation and well-being and thalassotherapy centres in Aquitaine.

Aquitaine has a remarkably well-protected natural environment, with highly diverse plant and animal life. There are several nature reserves cin the area including Le Teich Ornithological Park in the Bay of Arcachon and the Marais d’Orx Nature Reserve in the southern Landes; in fact the large number of these reserves is one of the features of this multifaceted coastline.

The region has many interesting geographical features which include the almost straight, vertical line formed by the Atlantic coast as it heads southwards from the Pointe de Grave to Spain; the huge sand dunes along most of the shoreline, including the highest in Europe, the Dune du Pilat (104 metres high) which overlooks over the Bay of Arcachon; and the big lakes just a few miles from the ocean. The Aquitaine Coastline and shores are a way of life, with festivities, trades, crafts, gastronomy and leisure all revolving around the ocean.

Hossegor

Hossegor is well known as a seaside resort and surfing center attracting surfers from around the world since the 60's. It´s gained world renown for the quality and quantity of its sand bars and beach breaks and the economy is now centered around surfing.

Hossegor has an amazing geographic location backed by forest and on an ocean, lined with endless fine sandy beaches and a 250 hectare salt-water lake. Hossegor is (despite all us surfer-types passing through) a very elegant town, proud of its past and heritage but flexible and forward thinking about its future.

Hossegor is a hive of activity all year round, Classical Music festivals, Harley Davidson motor bike festival, Golf competitions, World surfing championship competitions, European kite festival, the Motocross Enduro on the beach and the Hossegor Pelote Basque Open, plus a wild summer season filled with parties, music and watersports.

The atmosphere in the Pubs, Piano bars, Cafes, Restaurants and Disco's is very friendly and the sports and leisure facilities are excellent: Casinos, Swimming pools, Tennis clubs, Shopping, Marinas and 18 hole golf courses to name but a few.

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