la réserve
Gastes, 40160 PARENTIS EN BORN. gps: 44°18'47.16
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places to visit around la réserve
Bordeaux is best known for its wine, but it offers much more. It is filled with magnificent 18th
and 19th century buildings, cathedrals, World Heritage listed monuments, a theatre and not to
mention a wealth of luxury shops. You’ll definitely need more than a day to tour this fabulous city.
We recommend the tour “Bordeaux Secret des Grands Vins” – a day trip to St Emilion taking in the sights of Bordeaux including the historical centre, vineyards and a visit to a wine dealer ‘en route’. Price from around £40 per person.
the hungry dune
Dune du Pyla is the largest sand dune in Europe. You can't miss it. It's immense. It also has a life of its own, in a slightly scary Triffid-type way. It has already swallowed trees, a road junction and an entire hotel! But if this doesn't scare you, then it's worth getting a view from the top (approx 40mins drive).
local delicacy
Oysters are a taste that I've failed to acquire but if you like them, then you have to go to the Bassin d'Arcachon (approx 40mins drive). It's a large natural lagoon and its oysters are said to be the best in France. But happily for me Arcachon also has great beaches and good sailing.
