Regions of France
Regions of France
- Alsace
- Aquitaine
- Auvergne
- Brittany
- Burgundy
- Centre-Val-de-Loire
- Champagne-Ardenne
- Corsica
- Franché-Comté
- Île-de-France
- Languedoc-Roussillon
- Limousin
- Lorraine
- Midi Pyrénées
- Nord-Pas-de-Calais
- Normandy
- Pays-de-la-Loire
- Picardy
- Poitou-Charentes
- Provence-Alps-Côte-d'Azur
- Rhône-Alps
Poitou-Charentes
Poitou-Charentes is said to be one of the sunniest parts of the western coast of France, with a mild climate. A popular seaside destination, it has a coast lined with sandy beaches and pleasant sea resorts. Further inland are lush pine forests and wooded valleys, crossed by dreamy canals. In Poitou-Charentes there are many ancient memorials to be found, especially Romanic buildings and coastal fortifications.
The regional cuisine is delightful and together with the jolly maritime traditions and well-known festivals, Poitou-Charentes is a popular place for visitors.