Aquitaine, you won’t want to leave – 2010Finally, the magazine that all tourists have been waiting for! The new Aquitaine brochure takes the attractive form of a women’s magazine. It features an abundance of ideas for excursions, holidays and other sensational trips in the land of wine, as well as recommendations for pleasant places to stay on a budget, a holiday horoscope, recipes and a portfolio of the most beautiful views along the coast. And if you want to find out what type of holidaymaker you are, turn to page 16 and take the test! Available in French, English and Spanish.

Aquitaine with your family - 2009Because a great many of you come to our region with your children, we have listed a whole host of ideas for successful holidays on this new tourist map. An animal park in Dordogne or a historic castle in the Pyrenees. Something for the whole family or just for the kids in Gironde. A festive event in the Landes or a turnkey break in Lot-et-Garonne… This is a real treasure map! Available in French, English and Dutch.

In the Aquitaine countryside - 2009You may already know about our region for its ocean beaches and gigantic lakes. But Aquitaine also has plenty to offer further inland. This is the latest in the line of tourist maps giving you ideas for holidays in a green, rustic, gourmet setting where nature reigns and many of the locals are expert craftsmen. Along the Wine Routes, from fortified town to characterful village, on a horse farm or a cycling track running through the vines, this map will whet your appetite for green tourism in Aquitaine! Available in French and English.

L'Aquitaine, "The South at its Best" - 2004For an initial contact with Aquitaine: this magazine, with articles illustrated by magnificent photographs, proudly presents the many assets of the region. From the Pilat dune to Château Bonaguil, from the Lascaux caves to the Bordeaux vineyards, from the Cordouan lighthouse to the wonders of Basque country, Aquitaine is yours for the enjoying. A pull-out booklet provides all the practical information you need to prepare your stays and holidays in the Aquitaine region. Available in English, French, German, Dutch and Spanish.

Map "Aquitaine, the other south of France" - 2006 For a better visual image of Aquitaine. Where it is in Europe, its lines of communication, the distances between the main towns and cities, its climate, together with a brief presentation of its heritage and its major natural and cultural sites. A good way to discover what Aquitaine has to offer. It will make you want to come! Available in bilingual French/English edition.

Heavenly Detours - 2007

Heavenly wine toursThat is the name of our latest wine tourism brochure just off the presses.

The magazine section takes you on a voyage of discovery of 1,001 sites along some original itineraries around wine regions in all 5 départements of the region, from wineryies to museums and villages to festivals.

And to organise your next stay in Aquitaine, the central section has all the practical information you need about accommodation, holiday packages, places for wine-tasting, museums, golf courses…

Welcome to THE wine country!

The French edition is now only accessible as a download, but the English and German paper versions are still available.

Aquitaine, all about wine - 2005This was the first brochure we made on the subject, in January 2005: an introduction to the wonderful world of wine in Aquitaine. Six chapters take a look at the strong links between tourism and wine over the region as a whole: presentation of the different wine areas, excursions and activities, history and heritage, accommodation and gastronomy, art and wine, crafts and festivals … The brochure is illustrated by a great many photos showing all the beauty and diversity of our landscapes and the architecture fashioned over the centuries by the presence of vines in the region. The French edition is now only accessible as a download, but the English and German paper versions are still available. NB: the information in this practical guidebook has not been updated and may therefore be a little out of date.

Going with the flow in Aquitaine - 2008Our region is famous for its 250 kilometres of ocean coastline, but this tourist map invites you to discover the freshwater aspect of Aquitaine. And there is plenty to see: Europe’s biggest estuary, a multitude of lakes close to the ocean, navigable waterways, rivers descending from the Pyrenees…
We give you a few ideas for excursions and visits in all four corners of the region, as well as all practical information for a cruise in a houseboat: a list of hire firms and the sites worth seeing. For perfect holidays going with the flow of nature.
Available in English, French, Spanish and German.

Weekends in town in Aquitaine - 2008Warning, this tourist map will make you want to take a break in Aquitaine!
Bayonne, Bordeaux, Pau and Périgueux are four major hubs, each offering their own special atmosphere, history, heritage and secrets…
Our leaflet will give you the keys to these towns: the walk you simply have to do, places to visit, the best times to come and, of course, the unforgettable shopping experiences… You will find useful tips and ideas for a perfect weekend.
Our towns will enchant you!

Golf in Aquitaine - 2008A new tourist map showing the golf courses in Aquitaine completes the collection that also includes cycling and well-being.
Close to towns or out in the countryside, all 48 courses in the region are listed and six of them are described in more detail.
Most courses offer accommodation, and many have a spa... Golf passes, turnkey breaks, specialist incoming agencies… You will find all the info you need to give yourself a break at the ideal golf course.

Well-being in Aquitaine - 2008The collection of tourist maps continues: after cycle tourism comes well-being. It is a word that fits perfectly with Aquitaine… The map lists the thalassotherapy centres, the thermal bath resorts and the establishments that have a spa. From the Médoc to Béarn via Lot-et-Garonne and the Landes, without forgetting the Basque Coast, we also propose a few "turnkey" breaks. Come and discover our region and its benefits for your body! Available in French and English.

Cycle Tourism in Aquitaine - 2008Our new publication devoted to cycling comes in the form of a tourist map.On one side a map gives you an overview of the cycling tracks, cycle routes, "green routes", cycling stations and other important information. There are also five original cycling-related ideas: events, places to cycle, out-of-the-ordinary sites, etc. On the other side, there is a whole host of pratical information and contacts, as well as ideas for tours and turnkey breaks.
The map is available in 5 languages: French, English, Spanish, German, and Dutch.

Gîtes de France – 2010 guest houses and tables d’hôteConviviality, authenticity and quality of reception are the main characteristics of these French bed and breakfasts. We offer 549 different establishments in the 5 départements of Aquitaine.
Available in French-English bilingual brochure. As the document is large, it has been separated into 4 parts:

Gîtes de France – 2010 self-catering overnight and holiday gîtes The "Gîtes de France" label seasonal furnished holiday accommodation has an established reputation. This map presents overnight and holiday gîtes, "Prévert" campsites as well as 6 childrens gîtes in the region.
Available in French.

Clévacances - Rooms 2009Access to original ideas for accommodation throughout the Aquitaine region. Clévacances rooms are guest rooms, either in private homes, or just nearby. The label is a guarantee of quality, irrespective of the level of comfort of the rooms. It also assures guests of a personalised welcome and of total freedom in the organisation of their stay. Available online only in a bilingual French/English edition. (In order to offer the lightest possible document to download we have reduced the quality of photos, which are therefore rather blurred. We hope this will not be a hindrance when you make your choice!)

Assiette et Café de Pays - 2009This label today (May 2008) brings together 100 restaurateurs and 36 cafe owners all with the same desire: to share their knowledge and their love for the terroir. Taste the high-quality local specialities in a convivial atmosphere, find out about the history of the village, the surrounding heritage or the events not to be missed - this is the philosophy of the place. The brochure is general documentation. To find out about the 136 participating establishments, visit the website www.assiettecafedepays.com. Available in French version only.

Gourmet crafts in Aquitaine - 2007Dairy produce, sea produce, conserves, meat, drinks, desserts and a whole host of specialities…This guidebook gives you the details of 87 producers who have signed the "Artisans gourmands d’Aquitaine" charter, a guarantee of quality. A feast awaits you wherever you are in Aquitaine! Published by the Aquitaine Regional Chamber of Trades and Crafts along with the local chambers, the guidebook comes in French and English and is available as a download only.

HandiPlus Aquitaine - 2006Focusing on 7 tourist trails accessible to the disabled, this guidebook lists the accommodation, activities, sightseeing and cultural venues bearing the ‘Tourism & handicaps’ or ‘Handi Plage’ labels.
Because this guidebook is very heavy, we have split it into two downloadable parts: the first for the circuits entitled Périgord Colours, the Wine Route in Gironde, Gourmet Trip in Lot-et-Garonne; and the second with Water Sport and Leisure, Discovery of the Basque Country, Nature and Discovery in Béarn, and Skiing, Leisure and Snow.

Sail on our Southern rivers and canals - 2003"Navigating around the south" offers a voyage of discovery down the rivers and canals of 3 regions, Aquitaine, Midi-Pyrénées and Languedoc-Roussillon. For each navigation stage, the brochure suggests special favourites and ideas for cruises and noteworthy sites. Readers will also find all the information they may need on navigation, house-boat rental and contact information for service providers. Available in English, French (online only), German and Spanish.

Routes to Santiago de Compostela - 2003The Santiago de Compostela routes crossing our beautiful region of Aquitaine will reveal all their secrets, with detailed itineraries, spiritual and architectural stopovers and above all practical travel tips, to help you obtain the precise information you need to organise your stay or excursion. Available online only in French and in German.

Aquitaine on Horseback - 2006 To travel down the trails of Aquitaine, on horseback. This edition, prepared in cooperation with the Equestrian Regional Tourist Board, offers ideas for 1 to 7 day stays and excursions, together with all the addresses you need to organise your weekend or your holiday. Bilingual French/English edition (online only).