French Atlantic coast

Marco Polo French Atlantic Coast: the Travel Guide with Insider Tips Experience all the region's attractions with this up-to-date and authoritative guide, complete with 'Best Of' recommendations.

You'll discover nice hotels, authentic restaurants, beaches, trendy places to go, festivals and events; there are also ideas for shopping and tips for those on a budget plus information on sports and activities.

Further sections include: Travel Tips, Travel with Kids, Links, Blogs, Apps & more, French phrase book and index. 500 km of beautiful beaches, world-famous vineyards, glamorous seaside resorts and historic port towns the Atlantic Coast is one of the most varied regions of France.

With MARCO POLO French Atlantic Coast you will experience a region that is the perfect setting for both the actively inclined and the connoisseur.

This practical, pocket-sized guide leads you through a lively holiday destination full of sun, sand and sea.

Explore the museums and shopping areas of Nantes, Bordeaux and Biarritz, enjoy the colourful markets, the fine restaurants and some of the world's best wines!

The MARCO POLO Insider Tips reveal where you can wade across oyster beds and where you can plough your way through 200 different types of cheese.

The 'Best Of' pages point out some experiences unique to this part of the world, recommend things to do for free, and have tips for rainy days and where you can relax and unwind.

The Excursions & Tours lead you on a taster tour through the Bordelais hinterland and into the foothills of the Basque Pyrenees.

Finally the Dos & Don'ts highlight a few things you need to be aware of when visiting the country.

MARCO POLO French Atlantic Coast provides comprehensive coverage of all parts of the region, from the southern edge of Brittany to the Spanish border.

To help you find your way around there is a detailed Road Atlas, useful maps of Biarritz, Bordeaux, La Rochelle and Nantes in the cover, plus a separate pull-out map.