Reans, Gers, Midi-Pyrénées

Departing from Lac de la Forêt, the loop, entirely in the undergrowth with a themed circuit and its palm groves, offers views of the countryside, the town and the Pyrenees. The supervised beach and the tavern of the lake leisure center will welcome lovers of relaxation and swimming.

Hiking easy to achieve for young and old through the vineyards of Armagnac, with passage on the lake, dike, footbridge. 1 - departure from the hall of the festivals: at the start of the yellow signposting of the PR along the whole course, descend towards the north on 1100 m, then take the road on the left until the tarred road 2 - turn right to the lake. In the turn, turn left towards the lake and go over the dike. Take the path on the left and follow the lake to the vineyard of Sancet (vineyard: producer of armagnac, floc and wine). Bypass the vine from the right to the road. 3 - Go straight ahead, pass the entrance of the castle until the crossing (possible variant left towards the village). Otherwise continue to the right until the RD 25 and cross it. Follow the tar then the path and cross the bridge. Turn left and follow the road to the road. 4 - turn right, go up to the junction (not far from the church of Mauriet) then turn left and go down the road. Before the bridge turn left, pass the bridge. At the end turn right until the RD 25. 5 - Turn left again for 150 m. Turn right towards "Berdine". At the top turn left and return to the village by the beginning of the route.

From the center of the village, go up towards the lake of the forest to find the themed circuit 2 and its palombières. Between town, forest and lake, explore Aignan with views of the countryside, the town and the Pyrenees. The supervised beach and the guinguette of the lake leisure base will welcome lovers of idleness and swimming.

This circuit, intended for people full of energy and amateurs, who love villages with character, crosses four valleys (of the Baïse, the Osse, the Guiroue and the Auzoue). We pass by the magnificent Domaine Herrebouc, with its castle and mill, for a visit (and perhaps a tasting) then by the villages of Bazian, Biran, Caillavet, Roquebrune and Le Brouilh-Monbert. With 53 km and lots to explore, this is a nice long day adventure, avoiding the busy roads.

Via Castillon-Debats to Lannepax for lunch, and perhaps a tasting at Armagnac Delord, before returning via the lake of Candau. Take the whole day, quietly, with good breaks. Or do the 2-hour circuit at a good pace, without stops.

We cross three valleys (of the Mouliaque, the Guiroue and the Auzoue) on the way to Riguepeu and its charming restored water mill. After passing the ancient Roman ruin ("La pile Gallo Romaine dite La Montjoie") there is a short stretch off road roads through the fields before passing Domaine Boca, Tudelle and then the village of Bazian. Stop in Bazian to explore and picnic. Leaving Riguepeu, the route is picturesque with distant views of the Pyrenees.

A relatively short tour that has everything to please. For wine and Armagnac lovers, we start at the Domaine de Bilé, then enter the picturesque village of Bassoues, where you can visit the village and its listed monuments, and even stop for a light lunch. Leaving Bassoues, the route follows the trail along the western shore of Lake St. Lawrence, a great place for a picnic if you haven't already eaten. If you have energy, you can take a 6 km walk around the lake. A relaxing day.

A grand tour of the vineyards and wineries of the Saint-Mont appellation, via Aignan, Sabazan and Saint-Go. On a sunny day, the route along the ridge south over the Midour River is beautiful with the Pyrenees to the south and vineyards in abundance. A long circuit well worth the effort. If time permits, stop at the exotic gardens of La Palmeraie de Sartou. The return trip via Fromentas and Castelnavet includes some long climbs and descents before returning to e-Vélo Gers

The highlight of this tour is the picturesque village of St-Arailles with its towers and arches. But the tour also includes forest tracks and paths through the state forest of Armagnac. Visit the historic Chapel of Notre-Dame-de-Bretous, just past St-Arailles. It is recommended to have a picnic below St-Arailles.

A picturesque tour to the charming villages of Castelnau-d'Anglès and Montesquiou. Stop in Montesquiou for a coffee or lunch and a walk. The village is on the GR653 hiking trail that takes hikers and cyclists to Toulouse and beyond . Leaving Montesquiou, you will have the pleasure of discovering a snail farm (Les Escargots de Malicorne), with possible tasting in season. On the way back to e-Vélo Gers, you will pass by the Saint-Laurent lake with the possibility to have a picnic and a walk. The circuit totals 47 km and 511 m of positive elevation gain, with the possibility of doing more if you turn off towards Bassoues before the lake.

Estate located in the heart of the Bas Armagnac region - Production of Armaganc and "Vin de Pays" wines using traditional methods. Visits by appointment. Site Remarquable du Gout (Site of Exceptional Culinary Taste)

On the borders of the Landes and the Gers, in the heart of the Landes forest, in the middle of a 1500m² clearing, protected from the woods and from view, you will enjoy the tranquillity of the place. Marie-Claude will open the doors of her house and offers you 2 bedrooms, one of which is a family room.

Located between the Landes, Gers and Gironde regions, you will enjoy the charm and beauty of this typical old house. The gite includes a downstairs area and a first floor, is adjacent to the owners’ 18th century property and has separate living areas for total privacy. It is in the heart of a property with hundred-year old trees and a lake for guaranteed peace and quiet. Floor area: 90 m². 3 rooms: 1 with a double and a single bed, 1 large double and 1 single. Baby cot and equipment available. Bed linen for hire. Wash room. WC. Fitted kitchen: Dishwr, Wmachine, Mwave. Living room/lounge: sofa. TV. WiFi and house cleaning at extra cost. Electric heating. Private shaded area in front of house. Parking.

"Vins de pays" wines and "Sables Fauves" (tawny sands) wines. Reds, whites, rosés. Armagnacs, white and rosé Flocs. 18th century "Chartreuse" abbey Vineyards, distillation, cooking school Visits available Gite "Bacchus" on the premises

In the aging cellar, old Armagnac still. Old vintage Armagnacs, Floc de Gascogne (a local fortified sweet wine), white wine, "Folle Blanche" brandy, prunes in Armagnac. Groups welcome by appointment. Member of the "Bienvenue à la Ferme" (Welcome to the Farm) network.

Winemaker's museum (17th century), Stills museum (11), distillery, exhibit of original bottles, nature trail, bird park, experimental vineyard and forest, shop. Free tasting. Program of lectures, slide shows, seminars.

Located between the Lot et Garonne, Gers and Landes regions and in the middle of an estate with pine and oak trees, Françoise and Joël will give you a warm welcome to their two comfortable rooms. "Rose" and "Tournesol" both have independent access and a terrace which gives onto the swimming pool. In search of serenity and calm you can, if you wish, enjoy the benefits of massage and relaxation sessions given by Françoise in the well-being centre "Bulle de Bonheur", located on site. Floor area: 14/18m². 2 rooms with 2 double beds with TV, CD, DVD, private wash room and WC. Shared living room. WiFi. Electric heating. Private terraces with garden furniture. Grounds covering 6 acres. Parking. 10mx5m swimming pool shared with owners. Bikes available. Picnic basket on request.

At the Clos Bleu, ideally located in the heart of the superb XIIIth century bastide of Labastide d'Armagnac, Maryse and Jean Paul, producers of the Domaine de Luquet armagnac, welcome you in a charming authentic gîte with today's comfort. A large town house entirely renovated to accommodate 8 to 10 people, it is an ideal base for discovering Gascony and its treasures, starting with Labastide. Stroll through the narrow streets, have a drink or dinner in the shelter of the arcades of the royal square, in season enjoy the festivals and animations... before going back to your terrace and relax in the spa. You can also visit the Domaine de Luquet store, for an initiation to the tasting of armagnac, the brandy with 40 virtues..

Located under the arcades of the Place Royale in Labastide d'Armagnac, the Giulietta pizzeria welcomes you in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Come and enjoy Christophe's pizzas and Manue's home-made specialities: lasagne, tiramisu, gourmet salads. All prepared with local products. And to end the evening well, take the stairs to the pub to taste craft beers from here and elsewhere as well as a wide choice of wines. The pub will also serve you a choice of tapas, plates to share, cheeses and cold cuts to accompany the various beverages.

Weaving on a 4-frame loom, realization of sewn and embroidered pieces... Restoration of comfortable seats, manufacture of cushion covers, scarves, shawls, plaids.

Estate located in the heart of the Bas Armagnac region - Production of Armaganc and "Vin de Pays" wines using traditional methods. Visits by appointment. Site Remarquable du Gout (Site of Exceptional Culinary Taste)

Ruins - rib vault near the porch - interesting column capitals

Ivy covered brick building - 14th century 5-sided apse - eliptical top portal - remakable groin vaults.

In Parleboscq, in the foothills of the Landes forest, Château Tour Blanc, a very old wine estate, is run under ECOCERT certified organic and Biodynamic farming. Sandra and Philip produce a range of organic and natural wines and organic lamb. Their challenge is to reveal unexplored dimensions of the Ugni Blanc grape on this exceptional terroir. The grapes are harvested by hand and the vinification is done by parcel The flock of sheep and lambs graze in the vineyards during the winter period and bring them a natural fertilizer while weeding them. Five 100% ugni blanc vintages are produced in dry, semi-dry and sweet wines in the "Sables Fauves" appellation and IGP Landes.

One of the seven churches in Parleboscq. Brick building with an elliptical arch over the portal. Above it is a blind rose-window. Single nave.

One of the 7 churches in town. Entirely restored, it is classified as a Historical Monument. Its 5-sided apse is strengthend by buttresses at every angle.

Polygonal bell tower with pointed roof - molded gothic arch portal - oak studded double doors - 16th century sculpted vault.

Wall bell tower -13th century portal - 16th century vaults with floral motifs

In Parleboscq, in the foothills of the Landes forest, Château Tour Blanc, a very old wine estate, is run under ECOCERT and Biodynamic certified organic farming. Sandra and Philip produce a range of organic and natural wines and organic lamb The flock of ewes and lambs graze in the vineyards during the winter and provide natural fertilizer while weeding The organic lamb is raised under the mother and fed with grass only. You will find it for sale in the form of half lamb (about 10 kg) or whole lamb, cut up and vacuum-packed. Sandra also proposes you her canned lamb with white wine.

Domaine de Laguironde Wooded setting - Numerous marine fossils. Kiwi orchard, vineyard, corn, hazelnut trees, duck feeding and processing, cellar, tasting area. Visits from 5/0 to 10/30, by appointmnt. Member of the "Welcome to the Farm" network.

Restaurant with hotel located near the village. Closed Friday and Sunday nights. Cosed the first 2 weeks of January. 40 seat patio open in the summer. Summer garden with BBQ.

Restaurant with shaded terrace - Near the Escalans church - Local specialties. Open everyday for lunch. Groups welcome with reservation.

If you're hungry, if you don't have any ideas for a meal, if your friends come home unexpectedly, Toli Pizza's homemade pizzas to go are there. Fresh pizza dough every day, kneaded in the Gabardan premises with love and delicacy. High quality wheat flour. The unique know-how of a recipe elaborated by the chef, whose secret he alone holds and which allows for a tender and refined dough. Every month he creates the "Pizza of the month", always original, colorful, it adapts to the products of the season.

ALEGRIA BISTROT is a modern, warm and friendly place in the heart of Gabarret. The air-conditioned dining room or, during the summer season, the terrace sheltered by a pergola, will enable you to spend a pleasant moment with family or friends. Here, from starter to dessert, everything is homemade. The chef takes great pleasure in highlighting the quality of local produce, cooked in a charcoal oven (indoor barbecue for grilled dishes).

Price: maxi 28€ mini 15.50€ Daily menu 11€ A la carte from 5€ Dinners with dancing can be organized upon request.

La Ferme de Piréou, beef and veal farmer, welcomes you in Sainte-Maure-de-Peyriac for the reception of groups with its local menus and also offers a catering formula for your events.

Home-made ice creams, tea room. Open everyday in July and August from 2PM to 11PM. Exhibits by contemporary artists inside.

On the border of the Landes and the Gers, in the heart of Labastide d'Armagnac, one of the most beautiful bastides of the South-West, Alain, Maryse and their daughter Aurélie welcome you in their charming inn. A regional and traditional cuisine concocted with noble products of the region will be served in the dining room or under the arcades offering an exceptional view on the Place Royale. Inside the restaurant you will find a store of regional products. (Foie gras, rillettes ...) to prolong the pleasure after the vacations. The restaurant also proposes, from Monday to Friday, a dish of the day to take away.

Crepes restaurant under the arcades of the Place Royale. Sweet/savory crepes or traditional cooking.

Located under the arcades of the Place Royale in Labastide d'Armagnac, the Giulietta pizzeria welcomes you in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Come and enjoy Christophe's pizzas and Manue's home-made specialities: lasagne, tiramisu, gourmet salads. All prepared with local products. And to end the evening well, take the stairs to the pub to taste craft beers from here and elsewhere as well as a wide choice of wines. The pub will also serve you a choice of tapas, plates to share, cheeses and cold cuts to accompany the various beverages.

In the confines of the Landes, the gite « Petit Départ » is a house of character where you can enjoy the quiet of a country surrounding. Can accommodate up to 12 people.

We open our country house surrounded by the vineyards of Domaine de Laballe in the heart of Bas Armagnac, ideal for relaxing with family or friends. The house has large living rooms, 2 double bedrooms, 1 "dormitory" bedroom (2 single beds and 1 bunk bed), 2 bathrooms. The mill has 1 double bed and 1 bathroom. The vast garden with swimming pool invites you to enjoy a bucolic lifestyle. Come and discover the winegrowing estate and typical villages in the surrounding area. THE ACCOMMODATION The house, garden and swimming pool are entirely at your disposal. The house is close to a road, but life is totally on the other side. There's nothing to live opposite. The bedrooms and living room have been renovated, the kitchen and 2 bathrooms have been refreshed and are very functional. We can provide a cot and extra mattress on request

In a wooded setting, between the Landes and the Gers hillsides, in Parleboscq, the Laguironde family estate has seen its farming activity grow richer over the generations since 1949 A range of original products will surprise you with their flavours: Armagnac, Folie Gasconne, kiwis, kiwi liqueur, grape and kiwi juice, hazelnuts declined in kokines and kokinettes But the surprises don't stop there: Philippe invites you to a guided walk in the orchards where you will explore a fossil site If you feel like it, take your fishing rod and your picnic and spend the afternoon by the pond. Campers are welcome to stay at the farm.

In a small haven of peace, in the commune of Parleboscq on a quiet and pleasant site planted with trees, the Villarose offers you a friendly and comfortable setting for a quiet stay in the Landes. Totally independent, 5 minutes from the spa town of Barbotan les Thermes, take advantage of the quietness of the place to enjoy the relaxing benefits of a spa treatment. Fully equipped modern kitchen and comfortable bedrooms, this small house of 75 m² can accommodate 4 to 6 people. All shops are 5 km away. Numerous and varied activities nearby including fishing in nearby lakes.

The restaurant offers different menus according to the season. In winter, in the warm dining room decorated with local colors, you will discover Sebastien's cooking. Sebastien particularly enjoys using local products for his recipes. In the summer, you will be enchanted by the ambiance of the summer garden.

34 shaded spaces – open from 3/1 to 10/31, electric outlets, hot and cold water, washing machine, barbecue, children’s playground, phone booth, heated pool. Pets are accepted under the responsibility of their owners. Also available on the premises, 4 mobile homes. Reservations are advisable.

2 bedroom one story house (42m2) in a quiet setting, 5mns away from Barbotan-les-Thermes. Vestibule, kitchenette, living room with sofa bed, shaded patio. 1 bedroom with one double bed, 1 bedroom with 2 twin beds, bathroom, electric heater, shared washing machine, swimming pool nearby.

2 bedroom one story house (42m2) in a quiet setting, 5mns away from Barbotan-les-Thermes. Vestibule, kitchenette, living room with sofa bed, shaded patio. 1 bedroom with one double bed, 1 bedroom with 2 twin beds, bathroom, electric heater, shared washing machine, swimming pool nearby.

2 bedroom one story house (42m2) in a quiet setting, 5mns away from Barbotan-les-Thermes. Vestibule, kitchenette, living room with sofa bed, shaded patio. 1 bedroom with one double bed, 1 bedroom with 2 twin beds, bathroom, electric heater, shared washing machine, swimming pool nearby.

2 bedroom one story house (42m2) in a quiet setting, 5mns away from Barbotan-les-Thermes. Vestibule, kitchenette, living room with sofa bed, shaded patio. 1 bedroom with one double bed, 1 bedroom with 2 twin beds, bathroom, electric heater, shared washing machine, swimming pool nearby.