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160 km cycling route connected to the Canal des Deux Mers à Vélo, running from Aiguillon in Lot-et-Garonne to Cahors. Discover one of the most beautiful rivers in France.

La Vélidéale is a new national route winding along the roads from Lac de Vassivière to Saint-Nazaire in Loire Atlantique. In Haute-Vienne, you will pass through towns and villages such as Bujaleuf and its dam, Saint-Léonard de Noblat and its collegiate church listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, Limoges—known worldwide for porcelain—Saint-Priest-sous-Aixe and Rochechouart.

Cycling route from the English Channel to the Atlantic. A 100% nature ride in Nouvelle-Aquitaine from Thouars, through the Marais Poitevin to La Rochelle. Along the water, towns and villages of character: Airvault, Parthenay, Niort, etc.

French section of the Atlantic Coast Route crossing Brittany and following the Atlantic coast down to the Basque Coast. A dynamic route covering over 1,300 km, with 80% of the journey on car-free paths.

Climbing gym and multifunctional hall for events, concerts and shows in Niort.

Visit and discovery of walnut-based products. Meet passionate producers, with a complimentary tasting of AOP walnut products (oils, flours, walnut wine, etc.).

Neo-Basque-style residence south of Bayonne, built for Edmond Rostand, author of Cyrano de Bergerac. Listed historic monument with gardens set on a 15-hectare estate, classified as Remarkable Gardens.

Charming medieval village. Bastide founded in the 13th century, rich and authentic heritage. First Petite Cité de Caractère in the Landes. Bike rides, gourmet hikes, gastronomy and harvest.

The largest lake in Limousin, with over 1,000 hectares. Station Verte with its 5 beaches, sports and water leisure activities, and shuttle-boat service. International centre for art and landscape.