In the Middle Ages, Aquitaine was allied with the Plantagenet kings of England, and the region has many historic connections with the British Isles, especially through the wine trade and now tourism of course.Īquitaine is a varied region for example in the northwest part of Aquitaine, comprising the departments of the Dordogne (24) and the Lot-et-Garonne (47) the landscape is of gentle hilly country, with large vineyards in the lower lying areas, and with woodland and mixed farming on the higher north east area. The Aquitaine region, capital city Bordeaux, is one of the greatest historic regions in France it is also one of the largest and most varied regions stretching from the foothills of the Massif Central to the north, to the Spanish border in the south, with around 200 kms of coastline. Contact us if you are looking to buy French Property and gain access to the best network of English and French Estate agents. We have property for sale in all of the following regions and some in other region of France. There is something for everyone!Įach region is divided into smaller departments with each having its own identity and strengths. France is very diverse and property in France follows this rule in a very distinctive way from 'Colombage' houses in Normandy, Fisherman's cottages in Brittany, holiday homes in the Loire and to stunning Villas in Provence. Whatever part of France you are looking to buy a house in we have a quick guide for you here. A quick tour around the Regions of France

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