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Gascony (/ ˈ ɡ æ s k ə n i /; French: Gascogne; Occitan: Gasconha [ɡasˈkuɲɔ]; Basque: Gaskoinia) was a province of the southwestern Kingdom of France that succeeded the Duchy of Gascony (602–1453).
Gascony, historical and cultural region encompassing the southwestern French départements of Landes, Gers, and Hautes-Pyrénées and parts of Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Lot-et-Garonne, Tarn-et-Garonne, Haute-Garonne, and Ariège and coextensive with the historical region of Gascony.
Gascony is one of the most beautiful, unspoiled and authentic areas of France. It stretches between several departments of southwest France, Landes, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, southwestern Gironde, and southern Lot-et-Garonne.
Gascony was historically the region of France that covered most of the area to the south-west of a line between Bordeaux, Agen and Toulouse - i.e. the western part of the modern Midi-Pyrenees, and the coastal section of Aquitaine.
Regions of France › Gascony. About-France.com - the connoisseur's guide to France. Away from the crowds, Gascony is an area of France renowned for its gentle landscapes, its slow pace of life, and its good food.
Open map. The reputation of Gascony's great listed sites is well established. One of its star attractions, the Cirque of Gavarnie, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that dazzles visitors with the awe-inspiring spectacle of its lush countryside.
Twenty years ago, Gascony wasn’t on many people’s must-visit lists, but it’s now being lauded as France’s new Bordeaux and foodie paradise by Condé Nast Traveler and CNN. Bordered on the west by the…
Our favourite places to visit in the Gascony department of the Midi-Pyrenees.
Mar 15, 2017 · Gascony — unlike Paris or the Loire Valley, say — is not a popular destination for bucket-listers seeking grand chateaus, opulent palaces and soaring basilicas.
Nestled in the southwestern corner of France, Gascony is a region that beckons travellers with its rich heritage, stunning landscapes, and renowned culinary delights. Stretching from the Pyrenees Mountains to the Atlantic coast, Gascony captivates visitors with its old-world charm and laid-back atmosphere.
