AQUITAINE SPECTERS: CURSED CASTLES AND CAVE PHANTOMS
White ladies gliding through corridors, caves murmuring ancient laments, castle ruins weeping past tragedies. Aquitaine and its ghosts.
Explore Aquitaine's ancient castles and their memory heavy with tragedy. Cross Brissac where gilded halls hold silent presence, observe Queaux and its stone marked by forgotten dramas, dive into Les Eyzies prehistoric caves laden with ancient imprints, then approach isolated Saint-Front-sur-Lémance fortress where stone seems to hold what history has erased.
- Brissac: phantom lady gilded halls
- Queaux: forgotten tragedy crumbling stone
- Les Eyzies: cave spirits primordial
- Saint-Front-sur-Lémance: fortress shadowy secrets
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What weather should you expect?
Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, blooming countryside, ideal for all regions, moderate crowds, excellent value, romantic atmosphere.
Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, peak tourist season, highest prices, crowded attractions, perfect for Mediterranean coast, festival season.
Fall (September-October): Harvest season, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, wine regions spectacular, excellent photography, good value.
Winter (November-March): Christmas markets, ski season Alps, fewer crowds, lowest prices, cozy indoor attractions, cultural experiences.
How many days should I plan?
We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 4 and 6 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.
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