Nouvelle-Aquitaine
The 24th International Chess Festival in Rochefort, France, draws 388 players from 24 nationalities, surpassing last year's turnout of 340. Organized under the stone vaults of the convention center, the event features a mix of grandmasters and young talents in a family-friendly atmosphere. Philippe Giambiasi, president of Echiquier Rochefortais, highlights the growing participation and international diversity.
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Le Figaro has published its exclusive 2025 ranking of 85 cities and villages along the Nouvelle-Aquitaine coast, assessed on 45 criteria including transport, leisure, and environment. These communes, home to nearly 3.5 million residents, draw new inhabitants yearly with their oceanfront appeal. Yet challenges such as high real estate costs and coastal erosion make selection tricky.