The Local Area:

The department of the Hautes Pyrénées is part of the relatively undiscovered and tranquil south west of France also known as Gascony.  The small village of Vidou is situated just 3.5 kilometres from the 13^th    century bastide market town of Trie sur Baïse, which offers all day to day requirements, with banks, bakers, supermarkets, butcheries, pharmacies, doctors, dentists and tourist information bureau.  A bustling market takes place every Tuesday.  Trie has a varied programme of events including classical music concerts in the 13^th century monastery, antique and night markets and a week long fête in August, with a range of  entertainment.  The surrounding countryside offers spectacular scenery, walking, cycling, horse riding.

Attractions:

There are many attractions which can be visited within approximately one hours drive, ranging from outdoor     sporting pursuits, the Pyrénean National Park, caves, castles, fortified churches and bastide towns to name a few.  Places to visit for a day trip include Lourdes, Toulouse, Pau, the medieval town of Carcassonne,        Biarritz and the sandy beaches of the Atlantic coast. An hours drive will take the tourist across the border and into Spain.

Travel Accessibility:

The area is well served with motorway links to the Channel Ports; Santander and Bilboa are an approximate 3 ½ - 4 ½ drive.     Ryanair, Flybe, Easy Jet and British Airways amongst others, fly into Biarritz, Pau, Toulouse and Carcassonne airports.