Unique Discovery at L'Ecluse, Villeneuve-sur-Lot

Numerous viewpoints on the bastides of Villeneuve, Castelnaud-de-Gratecambe, Monflanquin, the sites of Penne-d'Agenais, Cadrès, the hillsides of Haut-Agenais Périgord and the Lot valley.

From the Old Bridge to the New Bridge, from the Porte de Paris to the Porte de Pujols, this tour of the town will show you the historical highlights of this bastide created in 1264 by Alphonse de Poitiers.

This little loop in the Lot plain links the town of Bias to the Voie Verte du Grand Villeneuvois. The Lot is only visible from the Martinet bridge. The return journey is made around a large communal plot, then by the Maison des Assiettes, located between the town of Bias and the banks of the Lot, which was originally a royal nursery of white mulberry trees (1742) with its courtyard residence and its stable barn. The extension of this complex continued until the end of the 19th century. Acquired by Désiré de Brondeau and passed on to his son Léon, a doctor and collector, he had the facades of the house decorated with ceramics. He bequeathed the property to the commune of Villeneuve-sur-Lot in 1906.

This stage of the variant of the Route du Puy via Rocamadour crosses from Pujols, one of the most beautiful villages in France, to Agen, capital of Lot-et-Garonne, the green and steep landscape of the Pays de Serres.

From the medieval village of Pujols, this loop crosses the steep hills separating the Mail valley from the Cambes valley and links the Pujols and Saint-Germain circuits via the GR 652.

The medieval town of Pujols is listed as one of the "most beautiful villages in France" and, despite the loss of its castle and ramparts, it has kept what made it so special in the Middle Ages: houses combining stone, wood, brick and cob, its town gates, its wells and its churches. The circuit around the town offers a close-up view of the Lot valley and the bastide town of Villeneuve-sur-Lot, as well as a panorama of the Mail valley where the Masse river flows. As you stroll through the streets of this picturesque village, you will discover small shops: a painter, a gallery owner, an antique watchmaker and an antique dealer. Lovers of culture and heritage will also find happiness in Pujols, especially if they follow the guided tour, offered at the tourist office. Under the wooden hall, every Sunday morning, from April to September, is held the market, not to be missed!

The medieval town of Pujols is listed as one of the "most beautiful villages in France" and, despite the loss of its castle and ramparts, it has kept what made it so special in the Middle Ages: houses combining stone, wood, brick and cob, its town gates, its wells and its churches. The circuit around the town offers a close-up view of the Lot valley and the bastide town of Villeneuve-sur-Lot, as well as a panorama of the Mail valley where the Masse river flows. As you stroll through the streets of this picturesque village, you will discover small shops: a painter, a gallery owner, an antique watchmaker and an antique dealer. Lovers of culture and heritage will also find happiness in Pujols, especially if they follow the guided tour, offered at the tourist office. Under the wooden hall, every Sunday morning, from April to September, is held the market, not to be missed!

From the medieval village of Pujols, listed as one of the "most beautiful villages in France", the route overlooks the Lot valley and the bastide town of Villeneuve on either side of the river. The horizon opens up to other strongholds, Monclar-d'Agenais, Saint-Pastour, Castelnaud-de-Gratecambe, Monflanquin...

Horses and ponies live on this itinerary, located not far from the bastide town of Villeneuve-sur-Lot. A succession of openings are offered to the eye on the strongholds and bastides of the surroundings, Saint-Pastour, Castelnaud-de-Gratecambe, Monflanquin, the castle of Biron, Penne-d'Agenais...

This short sporty walk, on the heights of Pech Neyrat, will offer you various points of view on the Lot and its valley its valley before a more peaceful return to the banks of the Lède and the heart of the village of Casseneuil.

Located in the heart of southwestern France, between Bordeaux and Toulouse, the Mercure Villeneuve-sur-Lot Moulin de Madame, overlooking magnificent locks on the Lot, offers a warm welcome. Right next to the 18th century mill, this charming hotel offers 30 rooms, the majority of which have a private garden or terrace with a view of the Lot. The mill itself has lent its finery to a restaurant serving traditional cuisine, as well as a jacuzzi from which you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Lot. An idyllic place for your well-being!

Rent one of our guest rooms, on the banks of the Lot, in the beautiful bastide town of Villeneuve-sur-Lot. Choose from 3 spacious rooms, each of which can accommodate up to 4 people. Each room has its own Italian-style shower room and toilet. You can also rent La Suite aux Oiseaux, two rooms that connect via the shower room, to share with family or friends.

This extension to a town house in Villeneuve-sur-Lot is a 10-minute walk from the town center. It has been converted into a small apartment with a fully-equipped kitchenette on the first floor and a living room with sofa bed and bedroom upstairs. Adjoining the owners' house, you'll enjoy a private enclosed garden with access to the jacuzzi and sauna at an additional cost. Jacuzzi and sauna available all year round for adults only. Wifi available, Netflix. Key box available for access at all times. Parking available in a parallel street 50m from the house.

In the heart of the South West, near the Dordogne and the Lot, Gîte Americandream, live your American dream. Located 3.5km from Villeneuve sur Lot and close to the owners' house, the 53m² gîte is completely independent and on one level. You will be seduced by its original decoration. US and vintage atmosphere for a trip in another time in the company of Marylin.

A few minutes from the center of Villeneuve-sur-Lot, the "Cache-Maille" gite welcomes you in a quiet environment and in a closed enclosure. Located at the gates of Quercy and Perigord, in the center of the orchards which make the fame of the region. Villeneuve sur Lot is an essential stop for all lovers of heritage, nature and gastronomy.

In the heart of the South West, between Périgord and Quercy, 4 kms from Villeneuve sur Lot and 50 kms from Bergerac, rents a charming gîte of 66m2 (2 pers.) in the middle of a large park planted with trees at the end of a magnificent avenue of plane trees. Independent gîte, fitted out in an old barn and close to the owners' house.

Just 4km from the fortified town of Villeneuve Sur Lot, very pleasant rental adjoining the owner’s house and another flat has its own garden and grounds with trees and flowers.

Just 4km from the fortified town of Villeneuve Sur Lot, very pleasant rental adjoining the owner’s house and another flat has its own garden and grounds with trees and flowers.

Contemporary house for a week or a weekend of rest with your friends or family. Ideal for VRP next to GIFI, Maitre Prunille. 2 km from downtown Villeneuve/Lot. Close to all amenities. Free buses. 2 bedrooms with 1 bed 140cm and 2 beds 90cm possibility baby bed, fully equipped kitchen, 2 toilets, vehicles can be parked inside the property. Linen in option. Non-smoking.possibility of additional photos. On the spot picturesque town, archaeological site of Excisum, medieval villages of Pujols, Penne d'Agenais, bastides of Monflanquin... Castles of Bonaguil, Nérac... leisure centres, walks on the Lot, typical markets, many restaurants, lakes, mini-golf, many paths for mountain biking, walking or horseback riding, museum of foie gras, prune and hazelnut with specialities of the south-west... Walibi Park, Dordogne (30 km away), accro-branches, karting

Jeanine and Michel will be happy to welcome you to their first floor flat in a building dating from the end of the 16th century they have carefully restored. You will be charmed by the warmth of the brick walls, typical of the region, the old house will never cease to surprise you. And all this at the heart of the fortified Bastide town, Villeneuve-sur-lot.

Eysses, Roman city from the 1rst century, knew a strong economical prosperity in its early era, moreover as Rome chose it as a shelter for military camps.At the 5th century the Benedictin abbey of Saint-Gervais Saint-Protais is founded on the antique site of Excisum. Under the will of the king of France and the abbott, the bastide of "Ville Neuve" is built on the banks of the river in the XIIIth century. Three spaces, three themes allow the visitor to discover numerous archaeological pieces found on the site: ceramics, coins, statuettes and amphoras. One room is dedicated to the Benedictin abbey of Eysses, to the creation of the Villeneuve sur Lot bastide and to life in the Middle ages.The gallery is about daily life in the city in centuries XIX and XX.

Direct sale of seasonal fruits and vegetables (different varieties of tomatoes, potatoes, strawberries, radishes, cabbage ...) and sale of local products such as meat, fruit juices, honey ...

30 km from Agen, in a fertile plain, Villeneuve is a bastide founded on both banks of the Lot between 1251 and 1264, by an act of trimming between Alphonse de Poitiers, representative of the king of France, and the Benedictine abbey of Eysses. The part built on the right bank adopts a regular checkerboard plan, organised on the Place Lafayette and its cutlery and the axes of the Rue de Paris and the Rue de Casseneuil; the left part accommodates craftsmen and gardens. Among the largest and most powerful bastides of the South-West, Villeneuve-sur-Lot boasts a rich heritage: the high red brick towers of Pujols and Paris (14th century), the Pont des Cieutat, the Chapel Notre-Dame-du-Bout-du-Pont, the Halle (19th century Baltard architecture), the church of Sainte Catherine, the Moulin de Gajac and the site of Eysses. You also come here for a laugh during the festival of the same name in Jul

The Musée de Gajac is located on the original site of an ancient mill sitting on the river banks in the heart of the city of Villeneuve sur Lot.It shelters an important collection of the Fine arts and organizes a great range of temporary exhibitions.

Family estate for 6 Domaine de Cantelauze opens its gates to you. 5 kms away, an 8 hectares vineyard sits on a terrace of the Lot valley. This independant winegrower produces red and white rosé wine from the Pays de l'Agenais. You will be able to take advice from Jean-Luc Aureille, oenologist and wine grower, awarded with a golden medal at the 2004 Concours Général Agricole in Paris.

Existing at least since the 12th century, Bias is a village hosting a unique heritage. Worth seeing: Château de Favols (on request), the mill, the house of plates, Notre Dame church (contemporary Way of the cross by François Peltier).

The Moulin was restaured in 2006 and then found its original fonction as a pair of silex grindstones, trained by a spinning wheel produces flour according to an ancestral technique. Open doors to the Blacksmiths workshop and exhibition of ancient tools

The Church, which has become a curiosity of the regional heritage, has been the subject of two "events" Firstly a complete overhaul of the interior painting with the audacity of three colours evoking three theological virtues: red (Charity), green (Hope), blue (Faith). These colours, surprising at first glance, highlight the elegance of the high pillars, the arches of the vaults and the stained glass windows. Secondly, the realization by a renowned local artist, François Peltier, of a Way of the Cross based on contemporary art. This work, original and unique in Aquitaine, reproduces, with relief and expressive figures, the fourteen stations.

Malbentre pool has an indoor 25 m pool which is open all year round, and numerous outdoor facilities open in summer, including a 400 m² leisure pool with hydro-massage facilities and whirlpool seats, a 40 m² paddling pool for toddlers, warm springs and a waterfall, a 6-chute water slide, mineral beaches, grassy relaxation areas, a snack bar and a picnic area. Various water activities and aqua gym classes are organised during the summer.

Come and discover our range of Agen prunes, chocolate prunes, filled prunes, our prune cream, our home-made aperitifs and our wide range of dried fruits.

5 minutes from the town center, on the banks of the River Lot, nestled in a beautifully renovated 18th-century mill overlooking the Lot, the L'Écluse restaurant invites you to savor its traditional cuisine. The chef will introduce you to a cuisine combining modernity and tradition, using freshly selected local produce. Let yourself be tempted by a timeless moment of relaxation with an exceptional view.

At the entrance to the bastide of Villeneuve-Sur-Lot, all the flavours of Italy await you in a warm and friendly setting.

Located in a small street in the walled town of Villeneuve-Sur-Lot, relaxation is on the menu! In the pure Asian spirit, come taste Vietnamese, Thai and Chinese specialties in a warm and friendly atmosphere. To stay or to take away.

Located in the city centre next to the theatre, come and enjoy our delicious pizzas, on the spot, delivered as soon as possible or to take away. Our snack bar also offers pasta plates and salads. As for desserts, we invite you to indulge yourself with our ice creams, brownies, apple pies or chocolate fondant...

A new gourmet offering has arrived in the city center, featuring bistronomic cuisine with a Mediterranean twist in summer. Jean-Pierre Carrère, who has been in the business for thirty-five years, and his chef Maxime, who trained at a Michelin-starred restaurant, welcome you in a sober, chic atmosphere. The menu is simple and changes daily, with all produce freshly prepared on site. Among the tempting offerings are chipirons a la plancha and snail platters to share, as well as genuine Milanese veal escalope, tagliolini with squid ink and chorizo, penne with duck breast and morels, not to mention fresh salads, desserts and homemade ice creams.

On the bastide circling lanes, the bar brasserie offers a traditional Southwest cuisine to be enjoyed on the terrace or indoors, in a modern setting.

Located in the town centre close to the Theatre, come taste our homemade dishes in a modern, lounge ambience. Spacious shaded terrace.

For a gustatory journey to the land of spices, sweet and savoury flavours, the Djerba welcomes you in an atmosphere of a thousand and one nights.

Located on the right bank, very central, this tearoom offers up a varied choice of seasonal homemade delights.

In the main square of the walled town of Villeneuve-Sur-Lot, in the shade of the cornices, you’ll certainly find something to make your tastebuds tingle from the palette of daily dishes the chef has to offer!

Located in the heart of southwestern France, between Bordeaux and Toulouse, the Mercure Villeneuve-sur-Lot Moulin de Madame, overlooking magnificent locks on the Lot, offers a warm welcome. Right next to the 18th century mill, this charming hotel offers 30 rooms, the majority of which have a private garden or terrace with a view of the Lot. The mill itself has lent its finery to a restaurant serving traditional cuisine, as well as a jacuzzi from which you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Lot. An idyllic place for your well-being!

Rent one of our guest rooms, on the banks of the Lot, in the beautiful bastide town of Villeneuve-sur-Lot. Choose from 3 spacious rooms, each of which can accommodate up to 4 people. Each room has its own Italian-style shower room and toilet. You can also rent La Suite aux Oiseaux, two rooms that connect via the shower room, to share with family or friends.

This extension to a town house in Villeneuve-sur-Lot is a 10-minute walk from the town center. It has been converted into a small apartment with a fully-equipped kitchenette on the first floor and a living room with sofa bed and bedroom upstairs. Adjoining the owners' house, you'll enjoy a private enclosed garden with access to the jacuzzi and sauna at an additional cost. Jacuzzi and sauna available all year round for adults only. Wifi available, Netflix. Key box available for access at all times. Parking available in a parallel street 50m from the house.

In the heart of the South West, near the Dordogne and the Lot, Gîte Americandream, live your American dream. Located 3.5km from Villeneuve sur Lot and close to the owners' house, the 53m² gîte is completely independent and on one level. You will be seduced by its original decoration. US and vintage atmosphere for a trip in another time in the company of Marylin.

For a stopover, a stay, a restful interlude... Céline is happy to welcome you in all simplicity to their charming guest rooms, with their soft, contemporary decor, independent bathrooms and garden views. The rooms are located in our villa, in a quiet setting away from the traffic and noise of the town, but not far from the town center, restaurants and shops. Come and enjoy the pool in a cosy, Zen environment, a lovely garden and private parking. Breakfast can be adapted to your desires, served on the veranda or in your room. Extra services : - welcome tray - access to a duo gym - Free WiFi - Fridge and microwave I'll do my utmost to make your stay a pleasant one, so see you soon!

In the heart of the South-West, at the gates of the river bastide of Villeneuve-sur-Lot, Chantal and Alain welcome you to their gîte du CORUPSIS Adjoining and integral part of their large house dating from 1830, this 100m2 gîte is ideal for 2/4 people. Calm and totally independent, close to the town, it will allow you to benefit from the shops and activities.

A few minutes from the center of Villeneuve-sur-Lot, the "Cache-Maille" gite welcomes you in a quiet environment and in a closed enclosure. Located at the gates of Quercy and Perigord, in the center of the orchards which make the fame of the region. Villeneuve sur Lot is an essential stop for all lovers of heritage, nature and gastronomy.

In the heart of the South West, on the edge of Villeneuve-sur-Lot, in Bias, single storey villa with fenced garden and parking. The Villa Cerisier will seduce you with its calm while remaining close to all shops. This accommodation has recently been refurbished.

In the heart of the South West, between Périgord and Quercy, 4 kms from Villeneuve sur Lot and 50 kms from Bergerac, rents a charming gîte of 66m2 (2 pers.) in the middle of a large park planted with trees at the end of a magnificent avenue of plane trees. Independent gîte, fitted out in an old barn and close to the owners' house.

Just 4km from the fortified town of Villeneuve Sur Lot, very pleasant rental adjoining the owner’s house and another flat has its own garden and grounds with trees and flowers.