All the addresses of eco-responsible hotels in Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Welcome to New Aquitaine! From the Atlantic coastline of La Rochelle to Hendaye to the borders of Corrèze, through the pine forests of the Landes de Gascogne, France's largest region has a host of surprises in store for you. Let yourself be seduced by its exceptional natural, cultural and architectural heritage. Why not take advantage of your stay to support one of the many eco-responsible hotels that are flourishing in the region?

Sustainable tourism in New Aquitaine

In March 2022, the Regional Tourism Committee of New Aquitaine reaffirmed its desire to "make New Aquitaine the leading sustainable tourism destination" in France. In particular, the region, in partnership with ADEME, has launched a project entitled "In New Aquitaine without my car".

For good reason, the region is a pioneer in soft and sustainable mobility with many offers for travelers seeking an ecotourism adventure:

Each summer, the region's TER trains reinforce their offer of bicycle spaces in 4 lines on the Atlantic coast;

The region offers a good number of bike routes for bike trips under the ocean spray or to discover the territory. Let's mention in particular the Vélodyssée, a magnificent cycle route that runs along the Atlantic coast or the Eurovélo 3 that crosses the region from the Pyrenees to Châtellerault ;

For those who love walking, the region has even published a map of hikes accessible by TER;

New Aquitaine is crossed from North to South by the Vézelay Way, one of the famous walking routes to Santiago de Compostela.

The region is strongly committed to the development of a territorial balance to avoid the drift of mass tourism, especially in certain popular areas of the coast, such as the Arcachon basin. Rural tourist areas are financially supported to develop and attract visitors. The promotion of heritage and culture is at the heart of the region's challenges with the support of the labels "Petites Cités de Caractère", "Villes et Pays d'Art et d'Histoire" or "Villes et villages fleuris".

Eco-friendly hotels in New France

In New Aquitaine, the offer of eco-friendly accommodations is as rich as it is varied. Whatever your desires and your budget, you will find a suitable accommodation for a successful escapade in the southwest of France.

Let yourself be tempted for example by :

Le Hameau du Sentier des Sources, an authentic and human-sized vacation village. Rather than a charmless and standardized bungalow, book a charming stone house typical of the Périgord. Take advantage of the outdoor spaces, notably the permaculture vegetable garden or the large swimming pool with a view on the Dordogne valley;

HI Cadouin Youth Hostel, located in a former Cistercian abbey dating from the 13th century. Stay at 2 steps from the cloister of the abbey classified as World Heritage by UNESCO and offer yourself an unusual stay on a small budget;

La Résidence des Collines. This unusual accommodation in Corrèze, located 10 minutes from Brive-la Gaillarde, is a real haven of peace in the middle of nature. Stay in a semi-buried lodging, worthy of a modern hobbit house with a green roof. Large windows let in a beautiful light while offering you a view on the nature to recharge your batteries;

The Hotel Littéraire Jules Verne, a hotel in Biarritz in the heart of the city. Dedicated to the world of the writer of Around the World in 80 Days, this ecological accommodation with the Green Key label promises you an original stay in the heart of a pleasant and dynamic city, between surfing and hiking in the Pyrenees.

Looking for an ecological getaway? Then browse our selection of eco-friendly hotels in New Aquitaine and find the ideal address for an unforgettable stay in southwest France.