Heading east from the Atlantic coast the plains of Aquitaine give way to wonderfully lush hills. The mountains dominate life in the French Pyrenees. The deeper the Pyrenees are penetrated, the steeper the valley sides and the higher the snow-clad peaks become.

During summer months, the region offers over 1,000 miles of hiking trails, as well as camping, fishing and climbing. In winter there is cross-country and alpine skiing at the busy resorts along the border with Spain. CONTACT