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Pyrenees Atlantiques Holiday Accommodation
Pyrénées-Atlantiques is part of the Aquitaine region It borders the Atlantic Ocean, Gers, Hautes-Pyrénées, and Landes. The Pyrenees Mountains separates the France and Spain areas in some parts the culture is heavily influenced by the Basques. This is a vast tourist region it is exactly half way between the Landes coastal resorts & pine forests, the Cote Basque and Pyrenees Mountains. The region boasts a wealth of Snows, agriculture, tourism and wildlife. The main city is Pau The site, on a slight elevation overlooking the valley of the mountain river called the Gave de Pau, Pau was traditionally the season opener for the French Grand Prix with a Monaco inspired track in the city centre. Here you will find the magnificent castle, le château de Pau that dominates the château quarter of the city. Another must-see attraction is the Boulevard de Pyrenees. A walk of only about three-quarters of a kilometre or so from the château to the Parc du Beaumont and the royal Beaumont Park it has magnificent views of the mountains in the Pyrenees mountain range. Taking a stroll along the elevated path, if you decide to take a walk look at the iron hand-rails for the plaques that tell you which mountain is directly in front of you and how high it is a must for any visitor to the city.
