Including Andorra
Delicious wines, vintage Armagnac, mouth-watering regional cusine, crafts, colourful markets and festivals, picturesque mountain villages, imposing chateaux . . . you'll get to know the real France in this region of outstanding natural beauty, as well as the historic towns of Albi, Toulouse and Lourdes. Take a boat out on the Canal du Midi, the famous waterway which connects the Mediterranean with the Atlantic, see stunning landscape and fabulous views in the Pyrenees National Park, or visit the tiny principality of Andorra.
This fantastically colourful guide is packed full of information oganised clearly in topic-based spreads. Cultural history and heritage are combined with more traditional holiday activities and leisure pursuits enabling everyone to have a successful holiday, whatever their interests. Divided into 2 sections, the first explores the region via typical themes and the second is a detailed visiting guide. The themed special interest section is quite unique. It groups together topics typical of the region in categories such as architecture, prehistoric sites, rambling, local specialities, beaches etc.
Each grouping is prefaced by a specialist map, pinpointing the best places to pursue each particular interest. The reader may thus choose the places he or she visits according to his or her interests, or simply learn about the character and culture of the region via this section. The visiting guide recommends the most interesting towns, villages and topographical areas in the region, with suggestions of things to do and see in each place. Addresses and opening times accompany each suggestion and Spotcheck boxes summarise the main attractions in each area at a glance, including activities of particular interest to children. Finally there are over 15 discount vouchers for goods and attractions.
