Poitou-Charentes and the Atlantic Coast Rough Guides Snapshot France (includes Poitiers, La Rochelle, Île de Ré, Cognac, Bordeaux and the wineries)

Book excerpt: The Rough Guide Snapshot to Poitou-Charentes and the Atlantic coast is the ultimate travel guide to this beautiful southwestern region of France. It guides you through the area, with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the sights and attractions, from scaling the magnificent Dune du Pyla - the largest sand dune in Europe - and visiting the mind-blowing film theme park, Futuroscope, to enjoying a night out in buzzing Bordeaux and exploring the history of cartoons in pretty Angoulême. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars and nightlife, ensuring you have the most memorable trip possible, whether passing through, staying for the weekend or longer. Also included is the Basics section from The Rough Guide to France, with all the practical information you need for travelling in and around the country, including transport, food, drink, costs, health and festivals. Also published as part of The Rough Guide to France. Full coverage: Poitiers, Futuroscope, Marais Poitevin, The Vendée, La Rochelle, Île de Ré, Rochefort, Île d'Oléron, Royan, Saintes, Cognac, Angoulême, Bordeaux, The Médoc, St-Emilion, Entre-Deux-Mers, Côte d'Argent (Equivalent printed page extent 94 pages).