Aquitaine, Limousin, Poitou-Charentes
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Aquitaine, Limousin, Poitou-Charentes
2016 PRESS PACK Aquitaine, Limousin, Poitou-Charentes: a holiday experience to the power of three Stroll through the Poitevin marshland Combine heritage and culture with the pleasure of shopping in Bordeaux Breathe the clean air of Limousin Set sail in La Rochelle Surf the ocean Ski to your heart's content in the Pyrenees Succumb to the charm of Collonges-la-Rouge EDITORIAL A popular region among tourists in France Everyone knows the place they grew up in, but not always that of the neighbours. On 1 January 2016, Aquitaine, Limousin and Poitou-Charentes will be merging to form a single Region, boosting their strength and appeal. With incredibly diverse scenery and lands of history and culture, we have a lot to learn from each other. Here's a panorama of some of the future Region's assets as a primary source of employment for those working in the French tourism industry. A Region where the living is easy We welcome our visitors to a climate that is sunny and gentle. We have beaches of fine sand, and ideal venues for water sports, hence the nickname "Glissicon Valley". You can enjoy winter and summer sports, what with the Pyrenees and the Atlantic coast. Poitou-Charentes will continue to promote its top five destinations: the Charente valley, the Futuroscope, the Poitevin marshland, La Rochelle and the Atlantic coast (Ile de Ré, Ile d’Oléron, Rochefort and Royan). Aquitaine is also proud of its stretch of Atlantic coast along with its vineyards, beach resorts and the Lascaux caves. Limousin can attract tourists to its porcelain art sites, gastronomy in Corrèze, great lakes and the village of Collonges-la-Rouge. There are various labels to emphasise remarkable sites and cities of art and history as well as quaint towns packed with personality. Our Great Region offers all sorts of top-quality holiday accommodation and will continue to support local initiatives. Extraordinary diversity Discover the full breadth of stupendous scenery in our Great Region. There's the ocean and mountains, lakes, marshes and forests. Some of the most extraordinary features include the Pyrenees, the Landes pine forest, the Dune du Pilat, the Poitevin marshland, Vassivière lake and Dordogne Valley. A shining example of the sheer breadth of beautiful scenery in France! Let us share even more: the Great Region boasts 720km of coastline, including one metropolitan city (Bordeaux) and four large towns (Poitiers, Limoges, Bayonne and Pau), making it a truly appealing area. Shared history embodied in exceptional heritage Our lands are steeped in history. Saint-Savin abbey, the Limousin septennial ostensions, the Jurisdiction of Saint Emilion, the Saintes arena, Mount Gargan and Cordouan lighthouse. Many are listed as UNESCO World Heritage. Local arts & crafts are well represented with tapestries in Aubusson, porcelain and enamel in Limoges. The Region showcases its heritage and history via the ancient Lascaux IV cave, the Nuits Romanes (over 150 evening events) and Oradour-sur-Glane, a centre commemorating a martyred village. Important personalities have left their mark on the territory: Aliénor d’Aquitaine, Henri IV, Richard the Lionheart, François 1er, Jean Monnet, and François Mitterrand, further enhancing the appeal of the territory. A rich culture accessible to all The Region also manages culture, in terms of employment, accessibility and territorial balance. Our Great Region hosts many festivals with an international, national or local reputation: there's the Francofolies in La Rochelle, Garorock in Marmande and the Nuits de nacre in Tulle. Literature and film are also celebrated with the cartoon festival in Angoulême and the international festival of press cartoons and caricatures in Saint-Just-le-Martel. Many regional languages are spoken in the Great Region, forging a strong local identity. These include Gascon, Basque, Poitevin and Languedocien. 3 Typical cakes and biscuits CONTENTS Cognac Cake typical of Creuse •Amazing events!_______________________ 4 Goat's cheeses from Poitou-Charentes •"To each his own taste!" accommodation ___ 6 •Extraordinary chefs!____________________ 12 Fluted cup cakes (a speciality of Bordeaux) •Region recap_________________________ 14 Madeleines Bordeaux wines Press Officers Aquitaine Regional Tourism Committee 4 place Jean-Jaurès - CS 31759 33074 Bordeaux, France Limousin Regional Tourism Committee 30 cours Gay Lussac C.S. 50095 87003 Limoges Cedex 1, France Contacts: Contact: Perrine Armandary, Isabelle Stierlin - Press Officer Tel. : +33 (0)5 55 11 05 83 - +33 (0)6 27 05 12 12 [email protected] [email protected] Eva Lemaire - Press Officer Tel. : +33 (0)5 55 11 05 88 - +33 (0)6 89 76 32 24 [email protected] pro.tourismelimousin.com/Presse/Presse-Limousin Tel. : +33 (0)5 56 01 73 88 e-mail: Poitou--Charentes Region Territorial Appeal Department 15 rue de l’Ancienne Comédie - CS 70575 86021 Poitiers Cedex, France Contact: Ghislaine Desevedavy, Press Officer Tel. : +33 (0)5 49 38 47 19 e-mail: [email protected] Amazing events! A world of wine and culture Projection by the Cité du Vin architect, on the Garonne river bank. The Cité du Vin in Bordeaux: a world of wine, culture and events Bordeaux Opening scheduled for early January 2016 Its bold, curvaceous lines seem to beckon you in. The building represents both a gnarled budding vine and the nectar swirling in the glass. The whole world of wine is reflected in the sun setting over the Garonne river; the Cité du Vin is lovely to look at and fascinating to visit. Covering nearly 14,000 sq.m, this unique cultural site introduces you to the very soul of wine and all its various facets. Visitors of all ages can enjoy the experience, with a circuit geared around 20 themes that whet all five senses. The permanent exhibition is the core feature of the Cité du Vin. It gives visitors a hands-on role in finding out all about wine. Visitors travel through time and space to learn about wine-growing and wine-loving civilisations. There are tasting sessions and introductory workshops, temporary exhibitions, a boutique selling wines from all over the world, wine bars, a belvedere, a panoramic restaurant on the 7th floor and a wine tourism platform. An opportunity to find out about a great era that inspired humankind, shaping their lives over the centuries. Contact details: 494 Quai de Bacalan, 33300 Bordeaux, France Tel. : + 33 (0)5 56 81 38 47 Fax: + 33 (0)5 24 84 36 62 www.laciteduvin.com (Starting in January 2016). th Well wor a visit! admire the aux quay and orary art museum e rd o B e th g mp alon You can stroll çades then visit the conte the colonial era. fa m o ry fr tu g se datin 18th-cen rmer warehou (CAPC) in a fo Great events in our Regions Bordeaux celebrates wine 10th edition in Bordeaux 23 to 26 June 2016 www.bordeaux-fete-le-vin.com Festival de la Vézère 36th edition in Corrèze from 12 July to 24 August 2016 www.festival-vezere.com The Francofolies rock festival in La Rochelle 13 to 17 July 2016 www.francofolies.fr 5 July 2016 - The International tapestry and woven arts centre is due to open in Aubusson This new museum will shed light on the various tapestries produced in Aubusson over the centuries. A luxury product, and traditional local craft, Aubusson tapestry has been forged by five centuries of history. It is listed as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Further to a call for tender to design the Cité the project was awarded to the firm Terreneuve teaming with museographers Paoletti and Rouland. Located in the former Ecole Nationale d’Art Décoratif, the Cité houses spectacular exhibits, in three times the space. It also plays a role in development, training, support and communication. 700 sq.m are devoted to "La nef des tentures" designed like a theatre to showcase exceptional contemporary creations. Recent contemporary output has been exhibited against a novel backdrop. These works include "Peau de Licorne" by Nicolas Buffe and "Confluentia" by Bina Baitel and were produced further to calls for tender launched since 2010. The outer façades feature striking colours with textile cladding and wooden beams, boasting clean lines in the manner of a multi-coloured cathedral. Contact details: 16 Avenue des Lissiers, 23200 Aubusson, France Aubusson Projection by the International tapestry and woven arts centre architect in Aubusson. Tel. : +33 (0)5 55 83 08 30 www.cite-tapisserie.fr www.tourisme-aubusson.com Did you know? , pestries in the world The most famous ta ", were discovered "La dame à la Licorneussac in Creuse. at the Château de Bo Nuits Romanes: over 170 festive, friendly soirées in high summer The biggest free festival in France is being held for the 12th consecutive year all over Poitou-Charentes (Charente, Charente-Maritime, Deux-Sèvres and Vienne). Featuring the masterpieces of Roman heritage in the Region, the art of spotlighting and live performances, the Nuits Romanes have become an eagerly awaited event, attended by over 194,000 spectators in 2015. With 170 free shows starting at nightfall, the spotlighting of Roman edifices is accompanied by contemporary works performed by ensembles and companies of both national and international repute. There are concerts (classic, gospel, soul, jazz, rock, contemporary music, world music etc.), shows (circus, acrobatics, dancing, fireworks etc.) and gastronomy with tasting sessions for regional produce, all setting the pace for summer in Poitou-Charentes. www.nuitsromanes.poitou-charentes.fr Night show as part of the "Nuits Romanes". Charente Charente maritime Vienne Deux Sèvres "To each his own taste!" accommodation Enjoy a romantic moment in a de luxe Grounds and pool at the Domaine des Etangs in Massignac. Domaine des Etangs in Massignac: a lush natural setting for luxury Massignac In the Charentes countryside, 50 km from Angoulême, the Domaine des Etangs has had a makeover. In the spirit of a family home, this upmarket establishment combines well-being, nature and fine dining. Forging ahead on the luxury and local specialities front, the establishment called on local craftspeople and international professionals: Camille Muller (gardens and scenery) and Isabelle Stanislas, interior designer. The environment is singular: 1,000 hectares of woodlands and 7 lakes surround the château, which now houses 7 suites. There are 7 smallholdings and 4 suites in the farmhouse, making a total of 29 rooms available for guests. This timeless estate also has a spa in the mill, an outdoor pool and a tennis court on the water; not forgetting the spa in the former wine cellar, the library, the play areas and a collection of contemporary art inside the château to add a touch of modern flavour. Contact details: Domaine des lakes, 16310 Massignac, France Tel. : + 33 (0)5 45 61 85 00 www.domainedesetangs.com Did you know? ifices ts over 800 Roman ed ESCO as bo s te en ar Ch uUN Poito es. Six are listed as on the Way of St Jam World Heritage. 7 Indulge in the luxury of a château in Creuse Romantic weekend at the Château de la Cazine (4-star hotel-restaurant) in Noth near La Souterraine. Nestling in a lush green setting, it affords all the comfort of a 4-star hotel and an upmarket restaurant, with 1 Michelin star. The elegant rooms are richly decorated without going over the top into ostentation. The clean, natural colours are highly conducive to a restful stay. Guests enjoy sampling the menus by the chef, David Boyer, crafted from fresh, seasonal, local produce. You can stroll through the park till you reach the lake or dive into the heated pool before sunning yourself on the terrace. Stay 3 Days/2 Nights starting at €380/2 guests, (2 breakfasts and 2 "Epicure" menus included) Contact details: Noth Château de la Cazine Domaine de la Fôt, 23300 Noth, France Tel. : + 33 (0)5 55 63 97 10 www.chateaudelacazine.fr - www.sejourenlimousin.com Front view of the Château de la Cazine in Noth. th Well wor a visit! ters, that ssionist pain d, the re p Im f o y e ll te a the Crozant V avelled through and pain tapestry tr l t a e n n o o ti a M rn e e Inte Claud th d n a c a ss u o château de B on. uss b u A in e centr The Grand Hôtel de la Plage in Biscarrosse: you can't get closer to the water! This is a place teeming with history, in a fantastic location. Overlooking the main beach in Biscarrosse, the ancient building has now been converted into an all-white 4-star hotel overlooking the ocean. All 33 comfortable, spacious rooms enjoy a sea view. Some rooms have a balcony, others have a terrace, where guests can enjoy the sunshine and the cool ocean spray. Room décor is decidedly contemporary with designer furniture and accessories mainly in black and white. The bistro style restaurant serves up regional classics (foie gras, magret, Basque cheese) and seafood, especially oysters from the nearby Bassin d'Arcachon. An outdoor infinity pool provides a vantage point over the ocean. And for those who love swimming in the sea, the hotel has direct access to the beach. A spa with a sauna, jacuzzi and massage booths is open to customers. Contact details: The Grand Hôtel de la Plage Avenue de la Plage, 40600 Biscarrosse, France Tel.: +33 (0)5 58 82 74 00 www.legrandhoteldelaplage.fr The infinity pool at the Grand Hôtel de la Plage in Biscarrosse. Biscarrosse "To each his own taste!" accommodation A cosystay in a charming Warm, cosy rooms at "Le Miel des Muses" in Brive-la-Gaillarde. Brive-la-Gaillarde Romantic getaway in a Bed & Breakfast "Le Miel des Muses" in Brive-la-Gaillarde Located in Brive-la-Gaillarde, Le Miel des Muses has been poetically named after a sweet wine produced in Corrèze. It offers elegant rooms in contemporary décor. The owners fell in love at first sight with this former ironmonger's store. They left the Landes coast and their home in Bordeaux to invest in this atypical place. There are now five spacious, smart rooms named after vintage wines with antique furniture (air-conditioned rooms with a lounge area, a room accessible to the disabled, secure parking, lift, and private terrace on the 2nd floor). It is an ideal starting point to visit all the sites and historic villages located nearby: Collonges-la-Rouge, Turenne, the Neanderthal museum in La Chapelle aux Saints and the Gouffre de la Fage (a haven for bats). Price: €90 to €140 depending on the season. Contact details: Bed & Breakfast "Le Miel des Muses" 21 avenue Jean Jaurès, 19100 Brive-la-Gaillarde, France Tel.: +33 (0)5 55 23 79 65 - +33 (0)6 81 97 00 08 www.lemieldesmuses.fr th Well wor a visit! gardens, a contemporary e Château de re a " e tt le o r th de C "Les jardins terature and botany, nea ench writer li Fr r re fo e t h in w ve high po retz, near Bri a V in l, ve o N Castel 1923. from 1911 to Colette lived 9 A night by the canal in a former lock house There are several lock keepers’ houses located along the Garonne canal, between Bordeaux and Toulouse which have sat empty for years. They have now been converted to develop services for those using the canal, and the tow-path, which is now a greenway. This is how lock keeper house No. 33 became L’Auberge de la Poule à Vélo (which translates literally as the Cycling Hen's Inn!). This original, pastoral address for fine dining lies some 12 km from Agen. Two elegant rooms with a canal view occupy the first floor, with a restaurant, bar and little boutique on the ground floor. On the menu: top quality, local produce and friendliness. There's a bistro and service point for cyclists at lock house No. 42, called La Chope et le Pichet (which translates literally as "The Beer Mug and Jug"). Contact details: La Poule à Vélo Lock house No. 33 Lieu-dit Saint Christophe, 47270 Saint-Jean-de-Thurac, France River charms at the Auberge de la Poule in Saint-Jean-de-Thurac Tel. : +33 (0)5 53 68 41 17 - +33 (0)6 27 50 01 30 www.lapouleavelo.fr w? Did you kenruons alongside the Garonne es, ronn the canal de Gaan opportunity for walks, bike ridt g en in fic id ni is mag river, prov at trips along th and of course bo greenway. Saint-Jean-de-Thurac Room and suites at Eden Ouest: art and modernity in La Rochelle At 33 rue Thiers, La Rochelle, near the covered market and the old port, a former Charente shipowner's house dating from 1745 now houses one bedroom and 4 suites. In this house restored in 2014, the suites all boast a marble well-being centre with larch wood bathtub and private Turkish bath. There is one 23-sq.m room, three 41-sq.m suites and one 43-sq.m suite. They all boast modern comfort with a lounge area as well as a patio, rooftop terrace or balcony. The lounge and reception room are available for guests, as well as the garden where breakfast may be served. Artistic décor at Eden Ouest in La Rochelle. Eden Ouest is also part of a buzzing art scene with sculptures, paintings and stained-glass windows exhibited in the centre that has been fully refurbished by Lise Humeau, painter and joint owner. Temporary exhibitions also adorn the walls in the foyer, corridor and stairs. La Rochelle Contact details: Lise Humeau and Bernard Patoureau 33 rue Thiers, 17000 La Rochelle Tel. : +33 (0)6 82 62 68 97 http://edenouest.com "To each his own taste!" accommodation Experience an adventure in a singular Tree-top château in Nojals-et-Clotte. Sleep in a wooden reproduction of the Château de Monbazillac in Nojals-et-Clotte Directly inspired by architecture in Monbazillac, Milandes and Hautefort, the Puybeton estate features four châteaux in Nojals-and-Clotte, built using Douglas pine and larch wood in the grounds of a former medieval castle. Part of its moat still remains. These smart cabins can sleep 2 (Monbazillac and Puybeton: 1 room), 4 (Les Milandes: 2 rooms) and 6 guests (Hautefort: 3 rooms). All have a spa on the terrace. The entire estate covers 11 hectares with a pool. You can head out from the estate to discover medieval villages in Périgord, visit the many châteaux, linger along the Dordogne valley or take in the prehistoric sites of the Vézère valley, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Nojals-et-Clotte New in 2015: a château on the water (Bed & Breakfast with SPA for 2 guests) This cabin floats gently on the water, giving you a chance to savour a unique ambience amid aquatic wildlife. You'll love contemplating the panorama of lush green valleys from your terrace. The cabin with spa on the water is the first of its type in France! Contact details: Domaine de Puybeton – 24440 Nojals-et-Clotte, France Tel. : +33 (0)5 53 73 57 82 www.chateauxdanslesarbres.fr 11 The Les Chervelières forest estate: two charming 4-star gîtes and two 3-star fishing gîtes in a singular setting. 20 minutes from the Poitevin marshland and 45 minutes from the Futuroscope, these gîtes have been fitted out in novel penthouse style using a mix of stone, wood, glass and metal. The lakeside gîte has been fitted out in a former barn, near an island and private well-being centre. With a 160 sq.m living room and three bedrooms, it can sleep up to 7 guests. The dovecote gîte, sleeping 4 guests, has a medieval-style courtyard with aromatic plants and a private, secluded garden. Donkeys, horses and lamas all graze nearby and the gîte affords a lovely view of the lake from the lofty atrium. The two fishing gîtes "La Carpe" and "Le Sandre" are low-energy constructions on stilts with a panoramic view of the lakeside woodlands. A cabin in the forest has been planned for 2016, for guests to observe nature, and even stay the night (to sleep 4). The four gîtes share a pool, and a boat for trips out on the lake. Starting at €350 a week in the low season. Dovecote on the "Les Chervelières" forest estate. Vouhé Contact details: Les Chervelières, 79310 Vouhé, France Tel. : +33 (0)9 64 22 03 61 https://leschervelieres.com th a visit! Well wor and History, features painteadl in ity of Art and festiv Angoulême, C ral, comic strip museum ed walls, a cath ry a late Janu . My oak tree-house in "La ferme des histoires mélangées" You want to get away from it all? enjoy an original encounter with nature and organic enthusiasts? Welcome to "La Ferme des Histoires Mélangées" (translating literally as the "farm of mixed-up stories"!) for a singular form of accommodation right by the great Dordogne Valley. You stay in a simple, comfortable cabin, nestling 6 metres high in a majestic oak tree. Your eco-friendly, romantic holiday transports you to the heart of wellpreserved fauna, right near the birds. Fabienne and Vincent are looking forward to showing you their organic ewe farm. You can then set out on a hiking adventure through the woods, to admire the beauty of Limousin, take a canoe along the Dordogne, enjoy an introduction to paragliding or learn about the history behind the ancient city of Merle atop a rocky peninsula. So come enjoy a singular weekend break in Corrèze! Option: candlelit dinner with gastronomic produce, served in your cabin. Stay starting at €98/2 guests/2days/1 night Tree-house in Sexcles. Sexcles Contact details: La Ferme des Histoires Mélangées, 19430 Sexcles, France Tel. : + 33 (0)6 23 25 15 18 / + 33 (0)6 85 21 86 21 + 33 (0)5 55 28 73 97 www.cabaneencorreze.com - www.sejourenlimousin.com Extraordinary Chefs David Royer, upcoming talent in the 2016 Gault & Millau The chef at Les Orangeries in Lussac-Les-Châteaux near Poitiers, David Royer, earned the Upcoming Talent 2016 Gault & Millau award in October 2015 alongside 25 others, including Loïck Vallet from Thiers Temps in La Rochelle and Luke Dolphin from L’antre in Bidart. He earned a sensational 2 toques for his first rating in the 2016 guide. He also won the "Sustainable Restaurant Award", the first European restaurant to receive this distinction. The "Les Orangeries" hotel was the first hotel in France to earn the European Ecolabel in 2006. It initiated local sourcing, had its vegetable and ornamental gardens certified organic and in 2011/2012 participated in a national experiment for environmental labelling, which is now used in the COP21 climate–friendly menu label initiative. This global approach to sustainable development has prompted Poitou chef David Royer to serve cuisine sourced from the organic vegetable garden and local farmers. He is exploring fare with veggie leanings, using top-quality, local, organic produce, harnessing nature (hydrolates, flower water and edible flowers). Lussac-Les-Châteaux The restaurant also lays on cookery lesson during which the chef dispenses his handy hints to use vegetables properly and save on energy. Gault & Millau "toques" Contact details: Les Orangeries 12, avenue du Docteur Dupont, 86320 Lussac-Les-Châteaux, France Tel. : +33 (0)5 49 84 07 07 www.lesorangeries.fr Keep abreast of news on our websites www.tourisme-aquitaine.fr http://pro.tourisme-aquitaine.fr www.limousinnewsensation.com www.limandyou.com www. limousinenfamille.com www.limousinamoto.com www.sejourenlimousin.com pro.tourismelimousin.com www.poitou-charentes.fr www.poitou-charentes-vacances.com http://pro.poitou-charentes-vacances.com/ 13 The Kaïku* wins its first star Nicolas Borombo is a talented, 30-something chef who cut his teeth at the famous Crillon and Georges V restaurants in Paris. After a stint at the Grand Hôtel in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, he decided to go it alone and made the Kaïku the most famous restaurant in town. He mostly produces local, seasonal, surf-and-turf specialities, prepared with an original twist. His specialities include ravioles de txangurro (spider crab ravioli), clear coriander and lemongrass soup, pearly hook-and-line fished croaker and squash with preserved lemon. Hailing from Bayonne, he naturally crafts dishes with Basque flavours, sourcing produce from the local fish market, regional livestock farmers and vegetable growers like Jean-Luc Garbage who supplies seasonal vegetables to many Michelin-starred restaurants. The authentic, inventive and tasty cuisine was rewarded with a star in the 2015 Michelin Guide. The restaurant is located in one of the oldest buildings in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, between the historic town centre and the seafront. Last October, Nicolas Borombo was elected to the "Talent of Tomorrow" category in the 2016 Gault & Millau guide. Gault & Millau "toques" Michelin star Contact details: Le Kaïku 17, rue de la République, 64500 Saint-Jean-de-Luz, France Saint-Jean-de-Luz Tel. : +33 (0)5 59 26 13 20 www.kaiku.fr The Moulin de la Gorce, gastronomic stopover par excellence in La Roche l’Abeille, Limousin Located in a former 16th-century mill, the Moulin de la Gorce serves traditional gastronomic fare with plenty of punch. The Chef, Pierre Bertranet, learned his trade in Paris at the world-famous Maxim’s, Ritz and Drouant. His "intuition du moment" menus feature ancestral recipes with a clever, imaginative twist. There's scrambled eggs with truffles, royal hare pie, lobster, pig's trotters and beef, all lovingly cooked and impeccably presented. He's slated to earn another Michelin star if he continues in this vein. ». Pierre Bertranet has another restaurant in the village, "La Table du Moulin" (awarded a "Bib Gourmand" by Michelin) and has just opened "La table du quai" in Bordeaux, a smart place where you can taste typical Limousin fare. Michelin star La Roche l’Abeille Contact details: 4-star Hotel restaurant Le Moulin de la Gorce 87800 La Roche l’Abeille, France Tel. : + 33 (0)5 55 00 70 66 Fax: +33 (0)5 55 00 76 57 www.moulindelagorce.com Paris/Tours A10 PAYS DE LA LOIRE Châtellerault Parthenay 2 Nantes A85 CENTRE VAL-DE-LOIRE Futuroscope Paris A20 Ile de Ré Rochefort Ile d’Oléron 3 Cité Internationale de la Tapisserie 4 Hermione Aubusson C La te ren ha Saintes Cognac Musée national Adrien Dubouché Royan Parc Naturel Régional Périgord-Limousin Atlantic Ocea n Soulac-sur-Mer Parc Naturel Régional de Millesvaches en Limousin Vallée de la Vézère Saint-Emilion SAint-Emilion Bergerac Lac de Vassivière AUVERGNE RHÔNE-ALPES 1 Grotte de Lascaux Sarlat La Dordogne Cité du Vin Vallée de la Dordogne (juin 2016) Dune du Pilat La G Biscarrosse Parc Naturel Régional des Landes de Gascogne aro nn e Villeneuve sur-Lot o Le L Vallée du Lot t Toulouse A62 Moliets LANGUEDOC-ROUSSILLON MIDI-PYRÉNÉES Hossegor Biarritz 5 Toulouse A64 Les Pyrénées ESPAGNE Clermont-Ferrand / Lyon A89 Centre International de la Bande Dessinée Lacanau Arcachon Montluçon A71 Vallée des Peintres Impressionistes La Vienne Parc Naturel Régional Marais Poitevin Parc National des Pyrénées Échelle 25 km 15 The great Region: facts and figures LOCAL PRODUCE AND SAVOIR-FAIRE REMARKABLE SITES UNESCO World Heritage Sites Prehistoric sites in Vézère Valley Way of St James Bordeaux – Port de la Lune Jurisdiction of Saint-Emilion Vauban fortifications, Gironde Vauban fortifications, Saint-Martin-de-Ré Saint-Savin-sur-Gartempe Abbey Saint-Hilaire-le-Grand Church in Poitiers Saint-Eutrope Church in Saintes Saint-Hilaire Church in Merle Saint-Pierre Church in Saintonge Royal Saint-Jean-d’Angély Abbey Pilgrim’s hospital in Pons Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat, Romanesque collegiate church Oyster farming Center Parcs Vegetables Caviar Fruit Ham Vineyards Nuts Spirits Poitou cake Futuroscope L’Hermione Atlantic coast and islands Natural sports resorts Vassivière Lake Remarkable natural zone Poitevin marshlands Duck and goose fattening Black Bottom pigs Espelette pepper Futuroscope KEY FIGURES 5.8 83,339 10 3 millions of inhabitants 720 Futuroscope VISITOR FIGURES sq.km, the largest Region in France airports, of which 7 are international: Bergerac, Biarritz, Bordeaux, La Rochelle, Limoges, Pau and Poitiers •Many French visitors (14% of French visitors staying in mainland France for personal reasons in 2013). •and international visitors (10% of foreign visitors staying in mainland France in 2013). sea ports The most popular tourist sites in millions of visitors a year: TOURISM 27 85,334 Pyrenees Impressionists Valley Butter Dordogne basin Dune du Pilat Saffron Cattle farming UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves Surfing spots Sheep farming UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity Aubusson tapestry Limousin Ostensions Cheese Futuroscope Park millions of tourists jobs in tourism The old city of Sarlat Dune de Pilat The historic city of Saint-Emilion The aquarium in La Rochelle km of coastline La Palmyre zoo 1.8 1.5 1.4 1.0 0.8 0.7 For more information find us on Internet www.poitou-charentes-vacances.fr www.tourisme-aquitaine.fr Photos www.limousinnewsensation.com Cover: P. Laurençon@CRT Limousin - A. Dang@CRT Limousin - CRPC P. Baudry - CRPC F. Roch - A. Béguerie CRTA - A. Gilbert CRTA / Page 3: CRPC M. Anglad - CRPC J. Villagier - C. Ducourret CRTA - A. Béguerie CRTA / Page 4: XTU Cité du Vin / Page 5: CRCP F. Roch - Agence Terreneuve / Page 6: Domaine des Etangs / Page 7: Tourism Limousin - Grand Hôtel de la Plage / Page 8: Le Miel des muses / Page 9: G. Herriau - La Chope et le Pichet@CRT47 / Page 10: Treetop Château / Page 11: JM Hertay - Les Chervelières / Page 12: Restaurant Les Orangeries - F. Vigne Castali / Page 13 : Moulin de la Gorce - Limousin Tourism - Le Kaïku