Atlantic Coast of France

ColBol

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• Feb 23, 2007

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Planning a run down the Atlantic Coast of France later this year picking up the coast around St Nazaire (done the U boat pens) probably down as far as Biarritz. Any must sees enroute? Good places to stay?
Ideas gratefully received.

 

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• Feb 23, 2007

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Isle de Oleron - just next to La Rochelle. Small island, fantastic seafood if thats your thing.
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• Feb 23, 2007

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For accommodation try Logis de France for good value independently operated hotels. The food is usually excellent and they have 3500 hotels throughout France.

 

Cammshaft

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• Feb 23, 2007

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Arcachon - the largest sand dune in Europe - about the only thing worth seeing on the leg between Bordeaux and Biaritz. To be honest, after Brittany, the whole of the atlantic coast of France is a bit of a let down until you get to Biarritz. You would be much better blitzing down and then spending more time in the Pyranees. IMHO