Bordeaux also known as the region that makes and supplies some of the finest quality wines is situated around the French Atlantic coast. But that’s not why millions of people visit Bordeaux every year, the real reason lies in the beauty and mystery of the Pyrenees Mountains and the spectacular sunsets and rising waves that makes up for a complete holiday. There are some great beach resorts in Bordeaux like the Biarritz and the ancient castles and medieval towns are almost picture perfect. Poitiers is another great destination that lies in the North of Bordeaux and is a base camp for treks to the Poitou and Charente. La Rochelle in Bordeaux is an attractive seaside town that boats of some of the finest 17th century mansions and awe-inspiring sandy beaches.