Hit the beach in style for sun, sand and surfi ng in beautiful Biarritz


nectar, so why not plan in a visit to a producer (even if they cannot sample the drink, kids will enjoy learning about the manufacturing process). Neighbouring Charente-Maritime is truly tailor-made for


family breaks, with long sandy beaches and idyllic seaside resorts. Enjoy a day trip to the beautiful and historic city of La Rochelle, its capital – this is the perfect place to sit portside over a delicious fruits de mer lunch and watch the world go by. The old town is very attractive too – amble around and spot the half-timbered houses, alleys and arcades, vaulted secret passages, gargoyles and 18th-century shipowners' mansions – while at the old harbour youngsters will enjoy meeting over 12,000 marine animals at the town's aquarium, one of the best in Europe. From La Rochelle, pop over to the charming Île de Ré, so pleasant for a relaxing bike ride and a spot of oyster tasting. For a watery break with a difference, head inland to the


Deux-Sèvres department, home to the Marais Poitevin, a network of tranquil waterways to be explored by boat – fi nd a port and pier in places such as Coulon or La Garette – or duck under footbridges from the comfort of your canoe! It is a bucolic paradise. Kids love to discover the wonders of prehistory and the Dordogne Valley is blessed with some fi ne relics. Lascaux Cave, with its astonishing paintings (discovered accidentally on September 12, 1940 after Robot, the


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