Westfrankreich

The west of France: Completely underestimated, little known, and yet of great beauty! It offers kilometers of beaches, sometimes wild, as in Charente-Maritime and Vendée, and sometimes gentle and almost tropical, as in the northern area of Gironde. Numerous islands lie along the west French coast, including Île d’Oléron with its fine sandy beaches and mild climate. There are unique marshlands, picturesque turquoise lakes, and exciting, vibrant cities like Tours, Poitiers, or La Rochelle, all full of surprises. Additionally, there is an incredibly delicious cuisine and excellent wines, such as those from the Loire region in the north.

The authors Muriel Brunswig and Lucia Vallerius are both in love with France and have known the west of the country for many years. Muriel, because her mother had a second home in Périgord Vert for decades, right on the border with Charente. Lucia, because she has been a cave enthusiast since her youth – and found her paradise in the Dordogne. In their travel guide, they describe all the regions of West France from the Loire Valley to western Corrèze and Dordogne, the Charentes, and western Limousin to the Atlantic and the Côte de Lumières. They highlight all the sights and share their background knowledge on history, traditions, and festivals.

Anyone looking to dive into unknown regions, where mainly French people vacation and rarely Germans, who wants to engage with the Atlantic coast and its fabulous hinterland, who values personal tips as much as good addresses for dining and accommodation, and who wants to explore the west of France with real insider knowledge cannot miss this travel guide. Self-drivers as well as travelers using public transport will find all the necessary information. Tips for nature-oriented and sustainable travel, as well as traveling with children, will assist in selecting the right addresses.