Make a holiday rental property or apartment in Pyrenees-Atlantiques, Aquitaine, France your home away from home

The department of Pyrenees-Atlantiques is aptly named as the region where the Pyrenees Mountains meet the Atlantic Ocean in the southwest of France. Not only is it a beautiful region, it is a region of deeply rooted cultures and strongly flavoured dishes. If you are looking for a peaceful yet adventurous holiday destination this year, look no further than the diverse region of Pyrenees-Atlantiques. The region offers great year round sporting facilities, including skiing, a Spanish flair and yet is less crowded and less expensive than the Alpine regions.

Places to holiday in Pyrenees-Atlantiques, France

Pau is the departmental capital of Pyrenees-Atlantiques. If you take a holiday rental in Pau, you may be surprised to see the amount of Victorian architecture on show. Pau has always been a popular destination for British tourists, and they have left a mark! Pau is a great place to investigate all that is best about the region, from the ocean to the mountains via the Roman town of Bayonne and the spa town of Salies-de-Bearn.

Biarritz has long been the most luxurious resort in the Bay of Biscay. Visitors to the city find that surfing and mineral spas are abundant in Biarritz, which makes an ideal combination! There are a number of fine restaurants in Biarritz too.

Things to do in Pyrenees-Atlantiques, France

The beaches of Pyrenees Atlantiques are not only favourites with those wanting to sunbathe and swim. The Atlantic swells which reach these shores are ideal for surfing, and many surfers rent a villa or barn in Pyrenees Atlantiques for the proximity, flexibility and ease of reaching the best surf in Europe.

The mountains are of course magnets from walkers, hikers and climbers. There are vast stretched of mountain tracks and cliff faces to tackle, and a self catering property in Pyrenees-Atlantiques not only give you access and the facilities needed to prepare properly, but the perfect place to remove your boots in the evening after a long day in the mountains.

Weather in Pyrenees-Atlantiques, France

Summers in Pyrenees Atlantiques can be hot, making the beaches a huge attraction, with temperatures reaching into the mid 30’s (°C). High in the Pyrenees though, temperatures are a little cooler, and breezes help to keep hikers and climbers refreshed. Winters can be cold and average temperatures drop to a chilly 5°C for January and February.

Travel to Pyrenees-Atlantiques, France

The rental properties, villas and barns in Pyrenees-Atlantiques have been very difficult to access from the UK for many years. However, the region has been opened up to the British holiday maker by Ryanair, who now fly regular services direct to either Pau (PUF) or Biarritz (BIQ). Now, anyone from the UK can enjoy this magnificent region, and discover the treasures and rich culture waiting for you in Pyrenees-Atlantiques.