Press kit February 2018

IN NEW-AQUITAINE

New wave spirit www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com New-Aquitaine

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AUVERGNE Lacanau RHÔNE-ALPES Vallée de la Vézère Grotte SAint-EmilionSaint-Emilion de Lascaux

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New Aquitaine spirit

New wave spirit

New Aquitaine is the largest region in France. It is as diverse as it is surprising, with nature, the great outdoors, vibrant cities and legendary beaches. So, no matter what type of holidays you’re looking for, there’s bound to be a destination for you. New Aquitaine conjures up famous places, like Bordeaux and the city of wine, Lascaux and the Dordogne Valley (which attrac- ted more than 500,000 visitors in its very first year after opening), Biarritz and the Basque Country, Poitiers and Futuroscope (where visitor numbers grew by 6%), Cognac, Pau and the Pyrenees, or Limoges and its skilled craftsmanship. But there is also 750 km of fine sandy coastline, with ports from Michel DURRIEU Bayonne to La Rochelle, or the 110-metre-high Dune du Pilat and islands like the Ile de Ré and the Ile d’Oléron. It’s increasingly Managing Director of easy to get to New Aquitaine. Bordeaux is just 2 hours from Paris New Aquitaine Regional by high-speed rail link (LGV), Biarritz, 3 hours 55 min, Futuros- Tourism Committee cope, 2 hours 20 min and La Rochelle just 2 hours 25 min. An 8% rise in international flight connections has slashed distances and travel times even more. All this diversity attracts more than 27 million tourists each year and we’re aiming for 32 million by 2020! The region’s appeal is based a spirit of sharing, fun-loving, welcoming and gourmet spi- rit, one that embodies the quality of life that you’ll find in gastro- nomy and fine dining. We love sharing this inquisitive and innovative spirit with all those who come to visit us.

So, see you soon in New Aquitaine.

Regional tourist board of New-Aquitaine - 3 - Table of Contents

New-Aquitaine 2 Editorial 3 New Aquitaine spirit 6 Festive and sporting spirit 6 Welcoming spirit and ‘art de vivre’ 6 Gourmet spirit 7 Key figures 8 New Aquitaine spirit, 8 essentials 9 1 – Bordeaux 10 2 - Destination atlantic 10 3 - Biarritz Basque Country 11 4 - The Pyrenees - Pau 11 6 - Cognac 12 7 – Poitiers - Futuroscope 12 8 – Limoges – Aubusson 12 New for 2018 13 A weekend city break 13 A mountain getaway 16 Relaxation and well-being - Ecotourism 17 Sports: Surfing, biking, rugby and hiking.. 20 Superior know-how 22 Wine and food – great gourmet addresses 23 On the seashore - accommodation, visits and activities 27 What’s on 29 Getting there 33

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Catherine Lamazerolles Comité Régional du Tourisme de Nouvelle-Aquitaine 4 place Jean Jaurès - CS 31759 - 33074 Bordeaux Cedex Tel. : +33 (0)5 56 01 73 72 [email protected] www.visit-new-aquitaine.com/

Regional tourist board of New-Aquitaine - 5 - New Aquitaine spirit

Festive and sporting spirit There’s no end of cultural activities, with museums, strolls in small, charming villages, visits to UNESCO world heritage sites or a multitude of festivals. What’s more, the people of New Aquitaine haven’t lost their reputation as revellers. After-work get-togethers are legendary, and the ferias are unmissable events for everyone. The quality of life in New Aquitaine is also down to its surroundings. Whether you like the peace of the mountains or crashing waves, look no further. The At- lantic coast is the birthplace of surfing in Europe and riding the waves is a real religion. Each year, skiers of all levels are drawn to the region’s 3 stunning resorts, hidden away in the Pyrenees. New Aquitaine is the top destination for winter sports lovers. The region also has 4,200 km of bike paths, 51 golf courses, and esteemed and renowned horse racing industry and 40 marinas. Finally, New Aquitaine’s cultural identity also comes the ultimate team game, that binds people together and is steeped in sporting and moral values. Yes, rugby!

Welcoming spirit and ‘art de vivre’ New Aquitaine has FRANCE’S biggest outdoor tou- rism accommodation offer, but the region also has unique and original places to stay, unforgettable experiences with local people, together with char- ming and prestigious hotels. Spending the night in a regional nature park, experiencing life’s pleasures in towns and villages is all about enjoying your time in amazing places. New Aquitaine is synonymous with well-being. Spa therapies, fine dining, culture, sailing, river tourism and visiting vineyards are the region’s trump cards. This year, nearly 28 million tourists visited New Aqui- taine. Many came for short breaks, summer holidays, business meetings, conferences or trade shows, for a cultural or sporting events, or simply to visit their families.

- 6 - Tel Aviv - February 2018 Gourmet spirit New Aquitaine is FRANCE’S top culinary region for the quality or its products AND the country’s largest farming region too. There’s foie gras from the Péri- gord, apples from Limousin, oysters from Marennes- Oléron or Arcachon, caviar and cannelés bordelaise cakes. Eating is sacred in New Aquitaine! Plus, any meal in New Aquitaine wouldn’t be complete wit- hout a glass of local wine. With 20% of FRANCE’S vi- neyards, the region boasts some of the most famous French AOC wines.

THE WORLD’S BIGGEST FRENCH DINNER

New Aquitaine in the spotlight

For the fourth year running, Goût de / Good France is jubilantly celebrating the ‘joie de vivre’ of French cuisine, a true bond between chefs the world over. By adopting the Auguste Escoffier’s idea of “Epicurian dinners”, in 1912, Goût de / Good France is enlisting chefs and embassies from around the world to serve dinners “à la française” in several world cities, on the same day. On 21 March, more than 2000 restaurants in 150 countries, will serve 250,000 New Aquitaine inspired dinner menus and 8,000 people will be received in 156 embassies. From gourmet cuisine to quality bistro fare, Goût de France is helping to promote French cuisine on the 5 continents, on behalf of the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs. This is a major festive event in the making.

Regional tourist board of New-Aquitaine - 7 - Key figures

95 European eco-label accom- 28 “Plus beaux villages de modation sites France” 14 UNESCO world heritage sites (the most in France)

750 km of coastline and 40 1 UNESCO world biosphere 6.2 million wine tourism visi- ports reserve tors, with 937 wineries

More than 50 Michelin-star- 27 “Art and History” towns 51 surfing spots red restaurants

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Regional tourist board of New-Aquitaine - 9 - 2 - Destination atlantic 1 – Bordeaux The ‘Côte d’Argent’, is where the Gironde flows into Europe’s largest estuary. There are 750 km of ama- Bordeaux is a port city in South-Western France, on zing coastline running alongside the silvery sea, to in- the River Garonne, at the heart of the wine growing dulge all those who love the great outdoors. Behind area. The city has 350 listed buildings, including 3 the beaches, maritime pine forests, provide a natural religious buildings that have been listed as UNESCO barrier for the dunes, and where you can discover the world heritage since 1988, as part of the St James biggest expanse of coniferous trees in Europe. You’ll Way to Santiago de Compostella, a UNESCO world also find a wide range of landscapes, from canals, heritage town. heaths, wetlands, dunes, to beaches and lakes. Bordeaux promotes itself as a symbol of a certain The beach resorts and islands are full of charm and French ‘art de vivre’, or way of life and was named reverie. There’s La Rochelle, Rochefort, Bayonne, Ile “European Best Destination 2015”, 2nd top must-vi- de Ré, Ile d’Aix, the Bay of Arcachon, the Marais Poi- sit city by the New York Times in 2016 and one of tevin and the Dune du Pilat. Head off with the family Lonely Planet’s top 10 cities to visit, in 2017. and take the Velodyssée cycle route for slow tourism Now, as of 2 July 2017, New Aquitaine’s regional capi- by bike. Why not try out surfing, or check out a boat tal is just 2 hours and 4 minutes from Paris Montpar- trip too? nasse Station, so there’s every reason, for example, In 2017, the Conde Nast Traveller Magazine selected to visit the Cité du Vin, open since 2016! the Ile de Ré, Cap-Ferret and Biarritz as “The best beach holidays in France & in Europe”.

- 10 - Tel Aviv - February 2018 3 - Biarritz Basque Country Biarritz is an elegant seaside resort, right in the heart of the Basque Country. Its mild climate, beaches, palaces and history have all contributed to sealing its reputation. Empress Eugénie (wife of Napo- léon III) loved to spend summers here. Her graceful and opulent Villa Eugénie was built in 1854 on the seashore and is now the 5-star Hôtel du Palais, one of the most lavish palaces in Europe. Biarritz is famous for this thalassotherapy, golf courses and surfing. It is renowned as one of the best surfing spots and attracts surfers worldwide. The town is also a popular place for golf lovers and the region has 16 courses, all within 100 km of Biar- ritz. A golf-pass, enables you to play at reduced rates from 2 to 8 rounds.

4 - The Pyrenees - Pau The western part of the Pyrenees National Park is a land of mountains with towering peaks, plains and hil- lsides where vines are king. Two long-distance hiking trails, the GR 10 and HRP, also cross the Pyrenees. Champions of Europe: The highest railway, at Artouste, The largest beech forest, with the Iraty forest, Tony Estanguet, triple Olympic kayak champion. In terms of heritage, the Pyrenees has 3 “Villes d’art et d’histoire” (art and history towns). These are in the Pyrénées Béarnaises, the Béarn des Gaves and the town of Pau, where, Henri IV, the King of France and Navarra was born and whose iconic dish was Poule au Pot, accompanied by Jurançon wine.

5 – Lascaux – Sarlat The dordogne valley The Dordogne Valley is France’s largest UNESCO world biosphere reserve. It stretches from is source, in the Puy de Sancy, to the Gironde estuary and co- vers 24,000 km² www.biosphere-bassin-dordogne.fr. Its unique landscapes, with sheer cliffs are sprin- kled with wonderful castles, caves, listed villages, or hamlets with amazing Romanesque churches, such as Argentat-sur-Dordogne, Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne, Curemonte, Collonges-la-Rouges, Carennac, Mar- tel, Rocamadour, Castelanaud-la-Chapelle, Beynac, la Roque-Gageac, Sarlat, Monpazier, Saint-Jean-de- Cole, Bergerac and Saint-Emilion. Edged by pebble beaches, the Dordogne Valley is cherished by anglers. It also offers unique and brea- thtaking routes for climbing, canoeing, horse-riding, biking or hiking on 417 km of waymarked trails. It’s the ideal destination for families looking for thrills and adventure!

Regional tourist board of New-Aquitaine - 11 - 6 - Cognac In Cognac, you can discover this gold and amber-co- loured nectar. Cognac is known as the “master of spi- rits” and this premium product is steeped in ancestral know-how. The town is home to top Cognac houses, like Martell, Hennessey and Courvoisier, which nur- ture their image for luxury and refinement. You can catch the mellow scents through the ages, drifting through the air when you visit. Might these be the angels’ share?

7 – Poitiers - Futuroscope Culturally speaking, Poitiers is a city of art and history that will delight Roman art lovers. Not far, you’ll find the mysterious and tranquil Marais Poitevin, which you can take in at your own pace, on foot, by bike, wandering along the trails, punting along the canals, or take a stroll with just your innermost thoughts through the beautiful villages. But, Poitiers has even more surprises in store for you. The town has a fas- cinating far-sighted side to it, focused on the future, with the only theme park of its kind in France, Futu- roscope. The park offers a wide range of activities for all generations. There are thrilling attractions and awe-inspiring experiences with interactive journeys. So, take your seat for an amazing adventure! 8 – Limoges – Aubusson The art of fire has deeply marked the identity of Limoges, a city that combines artistic creation and industrial innovation. Limoges is also France’s 4th city to have been awarded the UNESCO ‘Creative City” label. Its porcelain always sweeps you off your feet. It deco- rates the most prestigious tables in the world, from Heads of State to Embassies, so, why not pay a visit to its famous factories, such as Bernardaud and Havi- land? Take a look at its outstanding museums, like the Adrien Dubouché National Porcelain Museum, with its exhibition on understanding porcelain and fascinating, creative techniques. And don’t forget to visit the city’s enchanting medie- val lanes. http://www.limoges-tourisme.com/de Just to the east, another tradition awaits you, at Aubusson. The international reputation of its tapes- tries and, in particular, the skill and expertise behind them, has been recognised by UNESCO as intan- gible cultural heritage. Since the 15th century, the work of anonymous craftworkers, or more famous figures like Braque, Le Corbusier, Lurçat and Toffoli have ensured that tapestry-making is recognised worldwide. Don’t miss a visit to the Cité Internationale de la Tapis- serie, where you’ll find a museum, a studio showca- sing contemporary creations, a resource centre, crea- tive workshops and a restoration studio for tapestries from the French Mobilier National collection.

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A weekend city break

Bordeaux museum of the sea and seafaring Bordeaux 15 June 2018 The museum opens on 15 June 2018, in the floating harbour district, near the Cité du Vin. Norbert Fradin founded the project and loves the sea. The museum will feature two main topics, ma- ritime history and ships. The exhibition layout has nine areas presenting the history of ships and naval technology, discovery, exploration, great crossings, power and control of the seas, the great trade routes, underwater archaeology, sailing, maritime mythology and fantasy, land and sea, the sea as a source of life and exploitation and protection. Plans to build the museum were awarded to the Bor- deaux-based architect, Olivier Brochet, who is known for his work on major museums like the Musée Fabre de Montpellier, the Orangerie and the new Musée de l’Homme, in Paris. The museum complex covers an area of 13,000 m². For its inauguration in June 2018, the museum’s first scheduled temporary exhibition is called “Between land and sea” and will feature masterpieces from the Marmottan Monet Museum. www.museedelamerbordeaux.fr

“Between land and sea: masterpieces from the Marmottan Monet Museum” At the Bordeaux Museum of Sea and Seafaring 15 June 2018 This opening exhibition will coincide with the inau- guration of the museum. 41 masterpieces by Claude Monet will be displayed throughout the 500 m² exhi- bition area. The paintings reveal the desire to shift from land to water, that led the master of impressio- nism to the stormy shores of the ocean. The exhibi- tion also marks the opportunity to see his famous series of waterlily paintings. www.museedelamerbordeaux.fr

Regional tourist board of New-Aquitaine - 13 - “Wine and music, harmony and dissonance (16th to 19th centuries)” The Cité du Vin, Bordeaux 23 March to 24 June 2018 This exhibition features mythical, profane, hedonis- tic and even moralising themes, based on some 140 works of art. It takes you on a musical journey from the 16th to the 19th centuries, split into various indi- vidual audio points and three listening rooms. www.laciteduvin.com/fr

The Cité Internationale de la Tapisserie weaves Tolkien! Aubusson April 2018 The Cité Internationale de la Tapisserie has just sig- ned an agreement with the Tolkein Estate to create an exclusive series of thirteen tapestries and one car- pet over the next four years, based on J. R. R. Tol- kien’s (1892-1973) original illustrations. The aim is to produce a narrative wall covering that will be one of the most famous in the world, inspired by the biggest literary saga of the 20th century. The initial efforts of this work represent around 130m² of weaving and can be seen at the Cité de la Tapisserie. You can also see the first “Bilbo” tapestry, which will be revealed to the public this April. www.cite-tapisserie.fr/fr/node/754/

Goscinny and cinema Musée de la Bande Déssiné Angoulême 19 June to 31 December 2018 To mark the 40th anniversary since the death of René Goscinny, the Musée de la Bande Déssiné (comic book museum) is organising a major exhibition on the influence of the cinema in his work, as well as his own cinematographic output. The exhibition reveals how the cinema and its most popular genres were parodied and accentuated by the creator, whose originality was nourished by his extensive film culture. Forty years after his death, Goscinny’s characters still continue to contribute to popular international culture. www.citebd.org/

- 14 - Tel Aviv - February 2018 Thrills and spills at Futuroscope Poitiers Futuroscope won the Parksmania award for the best attraction in Europe, with its “Extraordinary Voyage”. In 2018, there will be plenty of thrills and spills, with virtual reality races, belted in alongside the Alsatian racing driver, Sébastian Loeb, and the production of a film on French astronaut, Thomas Pesquet. www.parc-attraction-loisirs.fr/2017/10/22/futuroscope-nou- veau-parc-nouveautes-2018-sebastien-loeb-thomas-pes- quet-3595/

A Radisson Blu Hotel Bordeaux – Bassin à flot Eröffnung im Frühjahr 2018 The Bassin à flot (floating harbour), is currently Bor- deaux’s fast-developing district where Radisson Blu will be opening a 10,000m² 4-star hotel with a 1,000 m² terrace. The hotel will have 125 rooms, conference rooms, a spa and a rooftop sky-bar with a panoramic view of the floating harbour and the Cité du Vin. It is being built by the Bordeaux-based architects firm, King Kong. www.radissonblu.com/fr

Regional tourist board of New-Aquitaine - 15 - A mountain getaway A walking guide for the GR10 Publishers, Conrad Stein Verlag, will produce a new walking guide, in German, for the GR10 “Pyrenean Way”. It will be available in spring 2018 and is called, Frankreich: Pyrenäenweg GR10 (from the “Der Weg ist das Ziel” series).

Tour de France visits Pau, in the Pyrenees 26 July 2018 The Tour de France riders will visit New Aquitaine and arrive in Pau, on 26 July 2018, for the 70th time. They will stay in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques until 28 July, the day before the race ends on the Champs-Elysées, in Paris. The riders will have a 3-day mountain stage in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, where the final outcome of the 2018 Tour de France will be played out! www.letour.fr/fr/grand-depart

- 16 - Tel Aviv - February 2018 Relaxation and well-being Ecotourism Mysterra®, a new take on labyrinths Montendre Opens April 2018 Mysterra is world of relaxation, set in 11 hectares of nature where everyone, from 5 to 85, can choose their own experience. It has 6 labyrinths, designed by the forest and crafted by landscape architects, to play in, stroll, meditate or lose yourself, plus you can also discover the work of contemporary artists of today and tomorrow. Some of the trails take you further still, into games and challenges. You can use your smartphone or tablet to get an augmented reality view of a laby- rinth forming in front of your eyes and to get out, you have to solve a series of puzzles. The park follows to a sustainable development approach and has secured the National Biodiversity Strategy label from the French Ministry of the Environment. Thanks to its scope and originality, Mysterra® is going to be the first park of this type in France and in Europe. www.parc-mysterra.fr/

A painting experience at the Espace Claude Monet-Rollinat in the Creuse valley Fresselines Spring 2018 After a thorough makeover, the Monet-Rollinat visi- tor centre will open again in May/June 2018. There are two areas on the ground floor reserved for Claude Monet and Maurice Rollinat. Monet’s paintings, produced in the valley, will be displayed, all together for the very first time. There will also be a special focus on contemporary creation, with the possibility of artist residencies. Visitors will be learn about, get to grips with, discover or rediscover art in all its forms. www.tourisme-creuse.com/fr/musees-eco-musees-musees- thematiques/fresselines/espace-monet-rollinat-0

Did you know... ?

?The médoc regional nature park will be created in early 2019. The planned park boundaries cover 2,400 km2, including 53 towns and villages and a popu- ? lation of 100,000 people. The park’s aim is to offer a “Destination Médoc” that expands on just wine tourism..

Regional tourist board of New-Aquitaine - 17 - Did you know... ? The Hotel le splendid, a 4-star prestige hotel ?The fortress of Brouage becomes one of the Dax “plus beaux villages de France” April 2018 Brouage is the 156th French village to secure The Hotel Le Splendid, in Dax, re-opens in April the title of “The most beautiful villages in 2018. The building is a listed art deco style palace France”. Situated between the Ile d’Oléron and inter-war period architectural masterpiece that is and Rochefort, this fortified city in the- mar now a 4-star hotel.

shes was a trading port that thrived on the salt The renovation work has been carried out to keep trade in the Middle Ages, supplying France and tourists and health treatment customers, but also to

Northern Europe. Its fortifications were built in develop business tourism. 149 rooms and a public the 16th century on the orders of the Cardi- area have been refurbished, together with catering nal de Richelieu to resist the Protestants of La that priorities local produce (2 restaurants) and the Rochelle. Nowadays, the ramparts are home to ? addition of a spa (1,800 m²) to cater for high-end artists workshops and craft makers’ shops. health tourism and the growth of business tourism www.hiers-brouage-tourisme.fr/decouvrir/la-place- (14 seminar rooms). forte-de-brouage/ https://www.splendid-hotel-spa.com/

A top address: The Grande Terrasse Hôtel & Spa 4* La Rochelle MGallery By Sofitel Châtelaillon After a comprehensive refurbishment of the hotel and the addition of a new spa by interior designer, Eric Pacaud, the “Hotel Mercure Les 3 Iles”, was renamed “La Grande Terrasse Hôtel & Spa La Rochelle Mgallery By Sofitel”, in June 2017. This 4-star hotel is located at Châtelaillon-Plage, between La Rochelle and Rochefort. It has 72 rooms and suites and is close to the beach, with breathtaking views of the islands of Aix, Oléron and Ré, opposite. The old 3 Iles restaurant has been renamed, Gaya, and is managed by acclaimed Michelin-starred chef, Pierre Gagnaire. Pierre was also crowned world “Chef Étoilé” by his peers, in 2015. His aim is to offer “very good quality at affordable prices” (prices of around €60 for a starter, main dish and dessert, or €80, with a drink). The hotel offers its customers the chance to use its seawater spa, “Le Spa NUXE” which provides effective relaxation therapies in a setting bathed in softness and light. www.sofitel.com/fr/hotel-7479-la-grande-terrasse-hotel-spa-la-rochelle-mgallery-by-sofitel-/index.shtml

- 18 - Tel Aviv - February 2018 The 4-star Hôtel de Bouilhac, a little corner of paradise at the heart of prehistoric times Montignac This listed 17th century hotel lies deep in the Monti- gnac, close to the Vézère river and the Lascaux caves. It is also a perfect illustration of the typical Périgord Noir architecture. The luxury hotel opened in June 2017 and embodies a certain French ‘art de vivre’. It has two floors with 10 rooms, including 5 suites with views of the Vézère, that can accommodate thirty guests, together with a restaurant that can cater for 120 diners. It offers excellent value for money in a region blessed with outstanding cultural and architectural heritage, plus it also provides a pampered destination for couples. http://hoteldebouilhac-montignac.fr

A magical moment in a floating house in the heart of the Corrèze, near Tulle and the Gimel waterfalls Surrounded by lakes and forests, the Domaine des Étangs de Taysse invites you for a unique, ecological experience, in harmony with nature. There are three 25 m² comfortably-furnished floating houses, each with 26m² outdoor seating areas, anchored in the most untouched and unspoilt parts of the large lake. Access is by electric boat. www.etangs-de-taysse.com

Spalazen Lodges, a great anti-burn-out retreat Palazingues in Corrèze With the holidays long gone and the stress returning, it’s time to head deep into the woods to a wonderful lodge, right in the heart of the Limousin forest. The Domaine de Spalazen, at Palazinges, is just 40 minutes from Brive-Vallée de la Dordogne Airport. It has 5 wooden lodges, each with an outdoor Jacuzzi and patio, set in 2-hectares of rolling parklands. You’ll feel the full benefit of nature, far from the noise and hassle of towns and cities. The lodges are perfect to get your bearings and pamper yourself. Harmonie can also offer you facial and body care therapies and if you want to venture outside this zen-like haven, the Coiroux Golf Club, has an idyllic and undulating 18-hole course. www.spalazen-nature.com

Regional tourist board of New-Aquitaine - 19 - Sports: Surfing, biking, rugby and hiking..

Surfing sensations at the Cité de l’Océan Biarritz The Cité de l’Océan has an innovative approach with a 3D film that takes you on a virtual-reality dive in the Australian oceans and the Red Sea. In this 360° suba- quatic adventure, you become the diver under the waves, and you get keep your feet dry! The second film “Sensation Surf 5D” takes on the breakers with a surfboard mounted on hydraulic jacks and virtual reality technology, with a Samsung Gear VR mask. In addition to the 3-D effects, the simulator reproduces the iodine odour of the ocean and the sea spray. www.citedelocean.com

The Canal des 2 Mers by bike, an all-embracing route from Royan to Sète The Canal des 2 Mers is the newest and only cycleway in France connecting the Atlantic with the Mediter- ranean Sea. It starts at Royan, on the Atlantic coast and ends in Sète, on the Mediterranean. The 750 km route is split into three main sections. The first is the Gironde estuary, the biggest in Western Eu- rope, while the second runs along Jean-Baptiste de Baudre’s masterpiece, the Canal de la Garonne. The third section is the historic UNESCO world heritage Canal du Midi and the Canal de la Robine. https://www.canaldes2mersavelo.com/

Tour de Gironde by bike, a great family excursion You can ride this 430 km trail for a day or during your holidays. It runs through vineyards to the ocean and lets you discover 10 must-see sites, including UNESCO world heritage 5. The main sections are Bordeaux, the Entre-deux-Mers, the Canal de la Garonne, the Landes de Gascogne Regional Nature Park, the Arcachon basin, the Atlantic coast, the Gi- ronde estuary and the Médoc vineyards, before tur- ning back to Bordeaux. It follows part of the Vélo- dyssée and Canal des 2 Mers cycle paths, as well as other Departmental cycleways. As 90% of the route is on dedicated cycle paths, this is an ideal excursion for all the family. www.gironde-tourisme.fr

- 20 - Tel Aviv - February 2018 The Flow Vélo La vélo Francette The English name “flow” vélo was chosen for this new La Vélo Francette is 56 km of waymarked bike trails in bike path that runs alongside the Charentes river, the Sèvre Valley and 70 others in the Marais Poitevin. from Thiviers to the Ile d’Aix. Its appealing name and It also links up with the Vélodyssée bike path. flat trails means that you can sample France’s natu- The sheer range of landscapes, along little, ‘so- ral, cultural and culinary heritage from the Dordogne, French’ country roads, as well as the quality of ac- Rochefort, Cognac, over 290 km, packed with charm. commodation along the way, earned it the award of If you come along to the Paris international tourism Best Cycle Route of the Year, 2017, at the Dutch Fiets trade show, in March 2018, you can find out more en Wandelbeurs trade show (for bikers and walkers) about the bike path and its pleasant trails, which also in Utrecht. Whether you prefer to take your time or link up with two European cycle routes, the EV1 (The you’re sportier, you’ll find your own pace to discover Vélodyssée, Atlantic Coast route) and EV3 (Pilgrims all the wonders that this bike route has to offer. Route). In the meantime, visit: https://www.lacharente.com/La-Flow-Velo-nouvel-itineraire- velo

?Did you know... ? In 2019, Treignac (Corrèze) will host a round of the icf wildwater canoeing world cup ? from 6 to10 June and is also applying to host the world championships in 2021..

The Dordogne, a hiking getaway to Corrèze dam villages This hiking and mountain-biking trail, deep in the countryside, reveals some breath-taking scenery and the chance to visit the wild and unspoilt Dordogne Gorges UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. This outstanding site takes you back in time to discover amazing flora and fauna, plus impressive dams built between 1932 and 1957 that are now key French hydro-power plants. You’ll also encounter small and charming Corrèze villages that invite you to take a break. The 150 km route is geared to experienced walkers, with some significant steep sections. www.dordogne-villages-barrages.fr

Regional tourist board of New-Aquitaine - 21 - Bordeaux is shortlisted as one of the host cities for the rugby world cup The World Cup 2023! Well, it’s no surprise, when you know the 19th Rugby World Cup will be held in the South-West? Cities like Bordeaux, Pau, and Bayonne have been widely influenced by the British Isles, but also by ancient ball games. The sport of rugby is cen- tral to the soul of the South-West.

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Merlet, shoes for the Paris national opera, made in limoges Merlet shoemakers was established in 1974, in Li- moges, and specialises in making dance shoes and slippers. Since 1990, the firm has been managed by Pierre Lassenne and the brand has become the benchmark for quality and comfort for hundreds of dancers, like Marie-Claude Pietragalla or Nicolas Le Riche and other dancers around the world, from the Paris National Opera Ballet School to the most prestigious companies. In 2015, Merlet began produ- cing a new line premium dance shoes for women at the Paris National Opera. Developed, designed and hand-sewn in its Verneuil sur Vienne workshop, these dance shoes take on the codes and elegance of the Daguet, classic chic dancing world, yet include clever and imperceptible Daguet is based in Saint-Junien and specialises in technical details to provide handy comfort when wal- making leather belts. It has diversified and now of- king in town. fers precious leather pouches, sacks to keep secrets http://merletdance.com/ in and card holders that discretely cloak the stories of our lives. At Daguet, you choose your leather and its colour. Leatherwork becomes an experience and proof of faultless taste, with a sense of gaiety. You can take the “Louise” pouch with you on eve- nings out and be both bold and elegant, so long as you don’t go for flashy colours! The “Lou” unisex toilet bag knows all your secrets and the “Vincent” Serv’in wraps your finest wines in leather and unlaces to better see the label on the bottle. www.daguet.me The Basque Country: Espadrille 4 ever Based in the heart of the Basque Country, Espadrilles ‘Made in France’ have been produced for the last 150 years, here in Mauléon, the capital of the Soule and ex-Bastide town. The Don Quichosse company has handed its know- how down from one generation to the next and the firm has secured the label of “Entreprise du Patri- moine Vivant” (living heritage company, or EPV). The company museum uses short texts and old photos to tell the life of the espadrille, designed in the traditio- nal way, hand-stitched from natural, ecological and biodegradable products, such as jute, cotton and leather. The espadrilles embody nature, colour and the pleasure of sharing a pleasurable getaway. Each summer, Mauléon organises the Espadrille Fes- tival on 15 August, which is a must-see event.

- 22 - Tel Aviv - February 2018 Wine and food – great gourmet addresses

Bordeaux wine festival, 20th edition Bordeaux 14 to 18 June 2018 Bordeaux celebrates its wine and the rebirth of its port in the presence of the finest and largest tall ships and old sailing ships in the world from the TALL SHIPS REGATTA! You’ll see the Lord Nelson (UK), Maybe (UK), Morgenster (Netherlands), Atyla (Spain), Shtandardt (Russia), Belem (France) and probably the Mir (Rus- sia), all there for the opening parade scheduled for Monday 18 June, on the Garonne. Wine tastings and workshops will help you to im- prove your knowledge in wines, or introduce you to this magical and surprising world. The idea for this year’s event is to mix daydreams, nostalgia, aromas and enchanting voyages. www.bordeaux-fete-le-vin.com/

The Martel Foundation inaugurates the Martell de SelgasCano pavilion Cognac The Martel Foundation has just inaugurated the Mar- tell de SelgasCano Pavilion, which is the first piece of work by the pair of Spanish architects. The company foundation was established in 2016 and is developing a programme dedicated to discovering and experi- menting with culture and know-how, while fostering local, national and international dialogue and colla- boration. Embodied by a modernist building right in the centre of Cognac, the Foundation will eventually expand to occupy nearly 5,000 m² on 5 floors. The ground floor and roof terrace will be re-opened to the public in spring 2018, followed gradually by the other floors. Martel is always working with architects, designers, artists and artistic directors and regularly supports ambitious art projects. www.fondationdentreprisemartell.com

Distillery celebrations Cognac December 2017 to March 2018 Working distilleries are opening their doors and in- viting the public to discover the secrets of making Cognac. There is an events programme for every weekend during the period and in the Christmas school holidays too. It features meals with the dis- tillers, theatre by the still, concerts in the wine cellar, tastings and special menus at participating restau- rants. www.cognacetapes.com

Regional tourist board of New-Aquitaine - 23 - Bottled gold, with a new saffron-infused wine produced in Lot-et-Garonne A wine grower from Duras and saffron producer from Casseneuil teamed up to produce the first saffron wine and 1,000 bottles have just been put on sale. It took several months to perfect the wine, to neutralise the bitterness produced by the spice and time was also needed to find the right balance between the three grape varieties (Cabernet-Sauvignon, Sémillon and Muscadelle) so that the combination with the saffron and the wine was both harmonious and inte- resting. The slightly sweet wine is best drunk chilled and is a good match with aperitifs or desserts. The saffron-infused wine is produced by Jean de Blanc and the Maison du Safran. http://maison-du-safran.com/

Le Blanc des Cabanes white wine, made among the oysters of the Bay of Arcachon The Blanc des Cabanes white wine comes from com- bining oyster farming and wine growing in the Bay of Arcachon. The wine sits 3 metres down among the oyster beds. The bottle is ‘adorned’ with natu- ral deposits from the basin and comes with a basket of oysters. Philippe Faure-Brac, is one of the world’s twelve top wine waiters and thinks that this technique alters the final taste of the wine, giving it a touch of originality that goes perfectly with shellfish. www.chateauducoureau.com

Egiategia makes wine in Saint-Jean-de-Luz bay As an ardent admirer of vines since his childhood, Emmanuel Poirmeur became an agronomist and oenologist. After a career packed with intense expe- riences both in France and abroad, he returned to his home to the Basque Country, in 2007, where he founded EGIATEGIA and developed a patent for winemaking and ageing wines underwater. Fermen- tation happens in tanks 15 metres below the waves in Saint-Jean-de-Luz Bay. This pioneering and sur- prising winemaking method produces aromas in the wine that would not otherwise develop without this unique patented subsea fermentation process. The wine cellar is based in the port area of Socoa, in Ci- boure, and is open to the public for visits. www.egiategia.fr

Treat yourself to a “Wine getaway” at the Château Pas de l’Âne Saint-Emilion The vineyard is classified as a “Grand Cru Classé” and the owner likes to share his passion for vines with everyone, big or small. He organises various workshops and events, the latest being a getaway to the world of Dionysus and the mysteries of this nectar, the Pas de l’Âne. Its body, colour and aroma will solicit all your senses to finally solve the mystery of the oenological secret developed in the 18th century by a certain Baro- ness Passalane. www.chateau-pasdelane.com

- 24 - Tel Aviv - February 2018 New Bacalan gourmet covered market Bordeaux The covered market is situated in the city’s Bassins à Flot regeneration area and has 23 local, independent traders, including butchers, fishmongers, and oyster seller, cheesemonger, wine-seller, truffle producer, seasonal fruit and vegetable seller, Italian and Spa- nish and vegetarian caterers, and aperitif drinks bar, baker and cake-maker. There is counter to sample tapas in the food area and a café/bar called Le Fa- milia where the menu has been designed to fit the true spirit of cooking straight from the market. There are also lots of events planned throughout the year. The market is run by two business owners, Biltoki, a Basque-based covered market operator, and Nicolas Lascombes, a restaurant owner who also owns seve- ral other food outlets in Gironde including, 7, the panoramic restaurant at the Cité du Vin. https://biltoki.com/hallesbacalan/

L’Aparté an appetising address to try out Limoges The restaurant opened last July and welcomes cus- tomers in an elegant and minimalist decor. The chef, Lucas Brocheton, is 27 and offers highly creative and very delicate cooking. “I cook simply, using local products, like beef, lamb or apples. Basically, these are all seasonal dishes that I like to eat and I want to share this pleasure”. The dishes are accompanied by exotic notes, such as mashed sweet potato, plantains and star fruits, everything rings true and is just right. His wife, Emilie, is a wine waiter by training and has developed an amazing wine list that is both cosmo- politan, inspired and very affordable. Lucas previous- ly worked at “Les Cèdres”, with Jacques Bertrand (2 Michelin stars) then in London, with Anne-Sophie Pic and Hélène Darroze, two standard-setting multi-star- red chefs. www.facebook.com/laparterestaurantlimoges/

Flavoured oysters from the So’ooh company This is a world first! The So’ooh Company is marke- ting oysters flavoured with ginger, shallots and mus- cat grapes, or even raspberries! So’ooh is based in Marennes, next to the oyster far- mers’ huts and is the only oyster farming company to produce favoured oysters. It took Joffrey Dubault 4 years to perfect his secret recipe. The temperature, saltiness of the water, density of natural flavours and the oysters themselves are all variables that must be scrupulously adhered to. When the oysters reach maturity, they are moved to a settling tank in which the natural flavours have been added. By filtering this water for several hours, the flavour of the oysters is transformed and the whole process is completely natural. Joffrey Dubault - Tel: +33 (0)6 66 10 18 80

Regional tourist board of New-Aquitaine - 25 - The 5-star Hôtel Chais Monnet, a luxury “Resort” Cognac Summer 2018 In 2018, the ex-Cognac wine cellars belonging to the family of Jean Monnet, one of Europe’s founding fa- thers, will be home to a high-end hotel. The venture is backed by British business man, Javad Marandi, who is investing 60 million euros. The hotel will open for business in July 2018 and offer 92 modern, chic and sophisticatedly designed rooms and luxury suites, as well as 14 apartments. There will also be a gourmet restaurant, a jazz bar and lounge, a large conference room and meeting rooms, a pool and spa, as well as shops. http://chaismonnethotel.com/

The Château Prieuré Marquet, for prestigious guests, near Saint-Emilion Saint-Martin-du-Bois The newly-opened Château Prieuré Marquet is just 20 minutes from the village of Saint-Emilion, right in the heart of the Bordeaux countryside. This “prestigious guest castle”, for a demanding clientele combines the classism of the setting with more contemporary touches. With all its facilities, the château promises to provide a high-end experience (heated pool with Jacuzzi, grand piano, French bil- liards), all set in a 48-hectare vineyard, with the op- tion of being taken to Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport in a classic 1969 Rolls Royce! www.prieure-marquet.com

The château de Dissay, a high-end hotel restaurant Dissay June 2018 The imposing and elegant Château de Dissay lies to the north of Poitiers, on the right bank of the Clain river. It was built in the 15th century by Pierre d’Am- boise, Bishop of Poitiers. It is now a high-end hotel restaurant with plans to open in June 2018. In addi- tion, the new owner wants to open the château to visitors so that they can discover the history of this prestigious estate. www.tourisme-vienne.com/fr/activite/103/chateau-de-dissay

- 26 - Tel Aviv - February 2018 On the seashore - accommodation, visits and activities

A new attraction at the Fort-Royer natural oyster farm Oléron Fort-Royer lies on the east coast of the Ile d’Oléron, south of Boyardville. It is a long-established oyster farming village that is still working. The site has a new attraction for children (in French and English) so that they can discover the treasures of the shoreline and this ecosystem. As you watch the tide come in, there will also be a little tasting session to try out fresh seaweed, or products containing seaweed. http://fort-royer-oleron.fr/estran-rocheux

The 5-star Château Mader, a superb “belle epoque” château Gujan Mestras This “Belle Epoque” turn-of-the-century style cha- teau is furnished for high-end tourism and sits in a 4,000 m² parkland. On the first floor, the Château Mader welcomes families and groups of up to ten people in the “Panorama” area. It has three suites, the Belvédère, Marine and Exotic, each able to accommodate up to four people www.chateaumader.fr/

Hôtel La Fabrique, a zen-like and vintage location La Rochelle La Fabrique is a new hotel in La Rochelle, that com- bines the old Terminus Hotel and the Fabrique. The ground floor of this new hotel is split into two parts. To the left of reception is a bar and lounge, decora- ted in “industrial-vintage” style, with wonderful black and white photos of the old Terminus Hotel. To the right is an immense, bright open area, with two floors of orange metallic balconies that makes it feel like being in a cruise ship. www.hotellafabrique.com

Regional tourist board of New-Aquitaine - 27 - Jo&Joe, an “alternative and cool place” for surfers Hossegor AccordHotels has taken an innovative approach to create an “Open House” called Jo&Joe, to appeal to mil- lennials. Neither a hotel, nor a youth hostel, nor rental, it is actually a hybrid concept. The idea is to create a place where travellers (or tripsters) and people living in the local area (townsters) can meet. The Basque and Landes-style house and outbuilding are just undergoing the finishing touches to renovation work. The house sits in a wooded 1-hectare plot, just 400 metres from the sea, in this seaside resort renowned for surfing. Inside, the decor is rather cool and stylish and has been though out jointly with designers from Quiksilver and Roxy. Jo&Joe Hossegor has 145 beds in a choice of sleeping arrangements. These include, the Together (for 7 to 12 people), the Out of the Ordinary (for 10 people) and the Yours (which can accommodate 2 to 5 people). For common areas, there is the Happy House, reserved for tripsters (washing machines and dryers, kitchen, etc.) and the playground, with bar and restaurant, open to all guests. Activities include masterclasses, yoga, paddle boarding, or events held in conjunction with Quicksilver and Roxy. www.joandjoe.com

Did you know... ? Creation of an integral biological reserve at Oléron. ? 158 hectares of St Trojan-les-Bains state forest (which covers 2,800 ha) is becoming the biggest integral biological reserve on the Atlantic coast. The main aim is still to observe a natural area ? without any human influence (forest operations are forbidden and the forest is returned to a state of natural evolution) and the growth of related biodiversity in mature trees and dead wood (rare insects and mushrooms, etc.).

- 28 - Tel Aviv - February 2018 What’s on

Januaryy Doors open days Saint Emilion International comic book April – May 2018 festival This is the main event to meet Angoulême wine growers from the Saint-Émi- 25 - 28 January 2018 lion, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, www.bdangouleme.com Lussac Saint-Émilion and Puis- Alix – The art of Jacques seguin Saint-Émilion AOC wine producing areas. They will open Martin their doors to visitors, share their 25 January - 13 May 2018 passion, and invite you taste their A one-off retrospective exhibi- wines, for a pleasant little mo- tion that looks back at the work of ment in the vineyards. Jacques Martin (1921-2010) and www.vins-saint-emilion.com his famous hero, Alix, who cele- brated his 70 birthday in 2018. May Musée de la BD, at Angoulême www.bdangouleme.com Biarritz street art festival Biarritz March 11 - 13 May 2018 Once again, Biarritz will be the Sarlat Fest’oie scene for ephemeral creations Sarlat and astonishing experiences. 3 - 4 March 2018 There will be original street per- © COSEY / LE LOMBARD (DARGAUD-LOMBARD SA) 2017 (DARGAUD-LOMBARD / LE LOMBARD © COSEY The town of Sarlat and its tourist formances based on theatre, fair- information office are organising ground art and dance. a goose festival in the medieval www.biarritz-evenement.fr town centre. To complete the festivities, the town council is Grand prix auto arranging a day-long events pro- Pau gramme for young and old in the May 2018 conservation area. This motor racing event is eagerly www.sarlat-tourisme.com awaited by motor sport professio- nals, avid amateurs and saloon- Cured ham fair car racers alike. It also provides Bayonne a showcase for the leading disci- 29 March - 1er April 2018 plines of single seater racing. This A three-day event attracts farm year, Formula 3 will be the star of producers and pork butchers to the show with a line-up including meet up for a colourful, flavour- the Formula Renault 2.0 series, packed gourmet fair. the French FFSA F4 Champion- ship, the Renault Clio Elf Cup, the April Peugeot 207 THP Cup and the F3 Classic series. Surf Maïder Arosteguy www.grandprixdepau.fr Biarritz This surfing competition is one of June the oldest events in Europe. The Bordeaux wine festival Easter weekend meeting brings together 250 surfers from all over Bordeaux France and several European 14 - 18 June 2018 countries. Siehe Seite 22 www.biarritzMayderarosteguy.fr http://www.bordeaux-fete-le-vin.com/

Regional tourist board of New-Aquitaine - 29 - Urbaka Festival Francofolies Limoges La Rochelle From 21 June 2018 11 - 15 July 2018 28th street art festival. Numerous This is the biggest event of the theatre companies and perfor- summer in La Rochelle. mances to discover The French song festival was www.urbaka.com created in 1984, at La Rochelle, in Charente-Maritime by Jean-Louis Garorock Festival Foulquier. The festival is held Marmande each year in July and attracts 29 June - 1er July over 122,000 spectators over the Giant stages, 80,000 spectators week. and the best current bands in www.francofolies.fr the South are performing at Mar- mande. Over the years, the festi- Rue des etoiles festival val has become the most popular Biscarrosse event in the South-West, thanks 13 - 16 July 2018 to its great line-ups. This festival is held on the sou- thern shores of Lake Biscarrosse July and showcases the magical world of the modern circus. Flamenco art festival www.biscarrosse.com Mont de Marchan 2 - 7 July 2018 Classic music festival The Flamenco Art Festival offers Saintes devotees the chance to discover, 13 - 21 July 2018 or rediscover, all the aspects of Initially dedicated to early mu- this traditional art that is still very sic, the festival now has a more much alive. contemporary focus to its pro- http://arteflamenco.landes.org gramme. www.abbayeauxdames.org Cognac Blues Passion Cognac Un violon sur le sable 3 - 7 July 2018 Royan For the last 20 years, Cognac has 21 - 28 July 2018. had a passion for the blues and Classical and lyrical music on the Afro-American music. Over the beach. years, it has grown to include www.violonsurlesable.com headline acts and added more free concerts to the show. The 15th Brive Festival, a festival 5-day programme includes more with your feet in the sand than 60 concerts on 7 different Brive stages for 45,000 spectators. 20 au 23 July 2018 There will be headline acts, new The festival intentionally show- groups breaking through, rough- cases different musical styles eve- and-ready blues and current mu- ry night, with aperitif concerts, sic to delight the audiences. world music concerts, current mu- www.bluespassions.com sic, electronic beats and sounds from the local music scene. www.brivefestival.com Mimos, the international modern mime festival Périgueux 23 - 28 July 2018 This is one of the most popular mime and movement art festivals in Europe. www.mimos.fr - 30 - Tel Aviv - February 2018 Cognac festival September Cognac Le Temps d’aimer la danse 26 - 28 July 2018 3 days of concerts, cognac cock- Biarritz tails, culinary treats and parties 7 - 16 september 2018 based on this famous local pro- For 10 days, dance is the life duct. and soul of Biarritz. There are performances in the city’s three https://lafeteducognac.fr/ theatres, as well as in the streets Water market at Le Vanneau and squares. Temps d’Aimer re- Marais poitevin mains an important moment for End July 2018 sharing and showing generosity. www.emotion-marais-poitevin.fr www.letempsdaimer.com

Festival de la Vézère Festival Cadences Saillant and south Corrèze Arcachon July – August 2018 20 - 23 september 2018 World-class artists and young From summer to autumn, Ca- prodigies take to the stage at the dences d’Arcachon invites the Festival de la Vézère, the elite in public to discover dance, on the classical music. shores of the Bay of Arcachon. www.festival-vezere.com Classical or contemporary dance, hip-hop, flamenco and African Féria dancing follow one another, over Who hasn’t heard about ferias, or four days on the beach and in the the Mont de Marsan, Bayonne, town. or Dax festivals? From July to www.arcachon-tourisme.com/festival_ August, festival-goers, or “fes- cadences.html tayres” flock to the bodegas and arenas to the beat of bandas. The Grand Pavois Mont de Marsan Madeleine La Rochelle Festival 26 september - 1er October 18 - 22 July 2018 www.fetesmadeleine.fr The biggest international water- based boat show, at Minimes Bayonne Festival Port. 25 - 29 July www.grand-pavois.com www.fetes.bayonne.fr Dax Festival Biarritz festival: 11 - 15 August Latin American cinema culture http://feria.dax.fr Biarritz 24 - 30 september 2018 August This is a must-see event for connections between Europe 3rd Summer Sound Festival and Latin America. Originally, the Rochefort festival was dedicated to cinema, 3 - 6 August 2018 but then expanded to take in lite- Concerts at the Corderie Royale / rature, painting, sculpture, music Electro Festival. and now also includes the eco- www.summersound.fr nomy and youth. www.festivaldebiarritz.com

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Quiksilver Pro and Bordeaux So Good Roxy Pro France Bordeaux Hossegor et Seignosse Bordeaux S.O Good attracts Men’s professional surfing com- food lovers and epicureans alike. petition and the only French There are farmers markets, coo- round of the WTC World Cham- king demonstrations, round-table pionship. discussions, and tasting sessions. Roxy Pro France: this competition But, Bordeaux S.O Good is also a attracts the world’s best female gathering of some fifty chefs from surfers to compete in the leading the South-West, (many of whom women’s longboard surfing world are Michelin-starred) who will championships. In addition to share their secrets with the public the competition, there will also during demonstrations, cookery be open-air concerts, exhibitions lessons or tasting sessions. The and parties. highlight of the event is the “Nuit www.hossegor.fr des Banquets”, with unusual and www.quiksilverlive.com unique settings for special meals Armagnac en fêtes prepared by two to three chefs. Labastide d’Armagnac www.bordeauxsogood.fr Armagnac en Fêtes is held on La Bastide d’Armagnac’s medieval royal square. The festival plunges us into the world of distilling the famous liquor, its aromas, colours and taste. The Armagnac market and tasting workshop stands will help you better appreciate this spirit. Cooking demonstrations by chefs will also boldly combine the flavours with tasty treats. www.armagnacenfete.com

Chili pepper festival Espelette Espelette chili pepper, piled up and reduced to a powder, pro- vides an accompaniment for nu- merous Basque specialities. In Es- pelette, it is attached to garlands and dried in the sun, hanging from the walls of houses. There will be inductions into the chili pepper brotherhood and Basque strong-man competitions. www.espelette.fr

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New

Easy to fly to New-Aquitaine Direct flight from Tel Aviv to Bordeaux with Easy Jet Twice a week, from April 28th 2018

By train

From Paris Montparnasse TGV Atlantique Paris - Poitiers: 1 hour 40 minutes Paris – Futuroscope TGV station: 1 hour 35 minutes Paris - Bordeaux : 3 hours Some TGVs go to Paris Roissy-Charles de Gaulle Airport

From Paris Austerlitz Paris – Limoges : 3 hours

From Paris Montparnasse LGV Océane Paris - Poitiers : 1 hour 20 minutes Paris – Bordeaux : 2 hours 5 minutes

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Ce dossier de presse est édité par le Comité Régional du Tourisme de Nouvelle-Aquitaine Conception - Réalisation : I. Stierlin - S.Hazgui - C. Marlier - V. Ricklin / CRT Nouvelle-Aquitaine Crédits photos : Aigle, Anaka, M. Anglada, Vincent Bengold, Biltoki, Brigitte Bloch, chris Bogaerts, Bordeaux métropole, Auréle Bossan, Michel Boudot, Jean Jacques Brochard, Laurent Castaing, Philippe Caumes, B. Chanet, Chapal, Cité de la tapisserie, Michael Clake, Cobber17, CRT de la Corrèze, Château du Coureau, CRT Limoges, CRT Limousin, CRT MM, CRTA, CRTNA, CRTPC/ VP, Stéphane Dabrowski, Y. Darmayan, Dena Dela, Distillerie de cognac, La Fabrique, Les Fayes, Alain Felix/service communication ville de Dax, Alban Gilbert/CRTA, Archéo glen, Yasmine Delia Greifenstein, Mikael Guillout, David Herrero - Merlet, Hotel Lepinat, Jumping de Bordeaux, Antoine Justes, Jean Luc Kokel, La maison Pierre Loti, l’Aparté Limoges, Philippe Laurençon, S. Laval, Campanile Limoges, La Maison du safran, La Maison flottante, Cécile Marlier, Martel, Emmy Martens, Jeremie MAZENQ/ABACApress, Merlet, Bordeaux Métropôle, Claude Monet, Le Chais Monnet, Jean Pierre Muller, Mysterra, S. Pailloncy CRTNA, Christophe Pean Photographie, Marais Poitevin, Le Prieuré Marquet, Prodiso, Raid Corrèze Dordogne, Laurent Reiz, F. Roch-Région Nouvelle- Aquitaine, Olivier Saint-Laurans, Sofitel/Châtelaillon, P. Soisson ADT Correze, Terra Aventura, Tour de France, Malika Turin, X trail - CUBE Creative/B.Comtesse/brine/Futuroscope - FFS_JUSTES

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