From the vineyards of Bordeaux through the farmlands of Gascony and the pine forests of Les Landes, this historic region of France stretches to the Pyrenean mountains and the Basque country. The author makes his own recommendations for discovering the charms of Aquitaine including its gastronomic delights, fascinating historical sites and essential places to visit. Each of the Eperon's French regional guides describes the region, its particular attractions and atmosphere, its food and wine, its history, major towns and cities and most important sites. It also includes a comprehensive gazeteer covering the towns and villages in the region, with information on what to see, which hotels and restaurants to visit, as well as information on market days and annual festivals. The author is a journalist, travel and wine writer who has written guides to France, Italy and Greece and appeared regularly on television. In 1974 he won the annual French award for travel writing.