Discover the treasures of Saint-michel-de-castelnau

Pastoralism was a highly developed activity in the South of Gironde in the years preceding the establishment of the maritime pine forest in the 19th century. Through this route, you will discover secret corners that you will take the time to observe while pedalling.

This is what Sauméjan means, the name of this commune, an invitation to long walks to discover wildlife. To be tested during a stay in the holiday village which animates the region.

Landes de Saint-Cyr, Bellevue, Pouchicaut, Luxurguey or Piquemousque, the place names for the plots of cultivated forest are numerous in the largest rural commune of the department of the cultivated forest are numerous in the largest rural commune of the department.

Drive along the small roads of the Gironde high moor through a discovery circuit of the airials, a traditional "open" habitat. Around a vast expanse of short grass, there is a manor house with a large awning facing east, houses and outbuildings.

Here, at the beginning of autumn, when everything seems to be getting ready to slowly return to winter, the cooing of the doves and the "crou-crou" of the whooping cranes wake up a whole world.

The pine tree thrives in the sands of the Landes forest. It grows there spontaneously. One of them, lost, clung to the bell tower-wall of the fortified church of Pompogne, a reminder of the omnipresence of the tree in this place.

The Pompogne interpretation trail, created by the Office National de Forêts and the town hall, invites you to discover a natural site marked by the presence of man. You will find information on the fauna, the flora, the geology, the forestry, the water mill, by means of panels implanted along this small idyllic course.

This walk will make you discover the multiple facets of the Landes forest: old plots of land where oaks, cork oaks, hornbeams, chestnut trees, etc... grow and vast areas planted with maritime pines.

A transitional area between the Lot-et-Garonnais hillsides and the great forest of the Gironde moors, the Grignolais offers visitors a very wide variety of landscapes, a remarkable heritage and an exceptionally rich natural environment.

The history of Ruffiac, located on the route of a Roman road, is known to us essentially by the tribulations of the parish taken in the upheavals of the Revolution. Under the Old Regime, the village is a cure of the archpriest of Sadirac and depends on the diocese of Bazas. Old documents mention the existence, in Ruffiac, before the Revolution, of a priory called "of Ruffiac" or "Saint-Laurent". The latter was confiscated and sold during the Revolution. Another ancient brotherhood would also have been present in Ruffiac, placed under the patronage of Saint Remède or Saint Rémy. You will be able to witness this religious heritage during this hike The commune of Ruffiac lives from forestry, mixed farming, breeding and crafts.

The owners, Marie-Marie and Jean-Pierre, welcome you in a pretty wooden house, located in a quiet housing estate, on the borders of Lot-et-Garonne near the Landes and the Gironde. The room, on the edge of the pines, is equipped for 2 persons (1 double bed), with an independent entrance and a common terrace.

Comfort and authenticity between nature and tradition, 6 km from Casteljaloux and 10 mn from Centers Parcs. Independent 80 m² house (for 2 to 5 people maximum) with large wooded park on the edge of the forest, ideal for walks or bike rides. Sunny veranda, 2 bedrooms (beds 1x160, 1x140, 1x90 with bed linen), equipped kitchen, comfortable living room, WIFI with fiber, walk-in shower, separate toilet, baby equipment, garden furniture, deckchairs, barbecue. Come and enjoy La Petite Maison as a couple, a family, a group of friends or a spa treatment! Spa package available.

Discover Casteljaloux and its Lac de Clarens with a Segway gyropod: a surprising, friendly, fun and ecological activity! First and foremost, we'd like to offer you an exceptional Segway experience. It's surprisingly easy and intuitive to use, and in just a few minutes you'll be able to make the most of your outing in complete safety, and discover our region in a whole new way. From the soothing landscapes of the Landes de Gascogne at Casteljaloux, to the Agenais region and its emblematic Canal Bridge, via Nérac in the heart of the Albret region, we offer you a wide range of possibilities for discovering these territories. Our friendly walks can be enjoyed by couples, families, friends... or strangers, but always in small groups, in a good mood, sharing good times and meeting new people.

At the gates of the Landes forest, 5 minutes from Casteljaloux, a unique spa town in Lot-et-Garonne, you have a 4 hectare garden surrounding the property, wooded and planted with trees for a privileged stay in the middle of nature. The gîte is equipped for 4 people (2 bedrooms: 1x160 and 2x90), it has a heated swimming pool shared with the owner.

At the heart of a 130ha pine trees forest, the residence Goelia extend on the edge of the Clarens' lake . Directly accessible from the swimming pool, the padding pool and the solarium, its fine sand beaches will surprise you.Within a pedestrian area, Landes-style detached houses or divided into 2 or 4 accommodations form a true village. Eachone is equipped with a balcony with its garden furniture. The kitchen is fully equipped (hotplates, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave and electronic coffee maker). Playground for children, petanque and volleyball ground, loan of mountain bikes for a discovery day. Pets accepted paying.

At the gates of the Landes forest, on the outskirts of Casteljaloux, a unique spa town in Lot-et-Garonne, with its spa centre, Lake Clarens, a 17-hectare lake in the heart of a 130-hectare wooded area, its brand new casino and a summer Olympic swimming pool (3 pools). Villa overlooking the main avenue serving the town centre 1km away. With its fenced garden of 700m², the villa has been completely modernized. The wooden terrace at the back of the house will give you peace and relaxation, facing the landscaped garden. On one level, the house offers a living room, a fitted kitchen, 3 bedrooms (2x90 or 1x180, 1x160, 2x90 superimposed), a shower room, a toilet, and a laundry room. A garage at disposal. Car parking in the property. Garden furniture, sun loungers, Chilean, plancha. Cottage for babies. Sheets and towels included in July and August.

A little 45 m² haven of peace for absolute relaxation in a peaceful setting surrounded by nature? For holidaymakers and spa-goers, single or double occupancy (1 bedroom). Bright, functional living room, shower room, WC, storeroom, single-storey PMR accommodation, free private parking. Beautiful terrace equipped with comfortable deckchairs, electric plancha, garden furniture, parasol, small corner in the shade of a beautiful oak tree, and future boulodrome... Away from city noise but close to everything! 900m from the Leclerc supermarket, 1.5 kms from the town center, market and shops, 2 kms from the Casteljaloux baths and spa, 3 kms from Lac de Clarens? All within walking distance! And finally, 6 kms from Center Parcs. (Additional information: Accommodation for adults only; no pets; booking validation = owner only)

A little 45 m² haven of peace for absolute relaxation in a peaceful setting surrounded by nature? For holidaymakers and spa-goers, single or double occupancy (1 bedroom). Bright, functional living room, shower room, WC, storeroom, single-storey PMR accommodation, free private parking. Beautiful terrace equipped with comfortable deckchairs, electric plancha, garden furniture, parasol, small corner in the shade of fruit trees, and future boulodrome... Away from city noise but close to everything! 900m from the Leclerc supermarket, 1.5 km from the town center with its market and shops, 2 km from the Casteljaloux spa, 3 km from Lac de Clarens? All within walking distance! And finally, 6 km from Center Parcs. (Additional information: accommodation for adults only; no pets; booking validated by owner only)

Casteljaloux is a town of generous dynamism, with a mix of terroir, forest, thermal baths and Gascon character. La Casa Del'Jaloux is a cosy nest in the heart of the spa town, on the road to the lake: this house with garden and swimming pool is ideal for large families or groups of friends. It features a large living room with kitchen, dining area and lounge, WC; upstairs 3 bedrooms (3x160) and 2 shower rooms, WC; open terrace (50m²), private pool (7x3m.); parking. Sheets and towels included, beds made. Tourist tax. Thermoludic center, Lac de Clarens, a 17-hectare lake in the heart of a 130-hectare wooded area (swimming, fishing, water sports, equestrian center, 18-hole golf course, tree climbing), casino and Olympic summer pool (3 pools). Numerous walks under the pine trees. Voie Verte So Vélo cycle path linking Marmande to Pindères (Center Parcs).

Just a few steps from the banks of the Ciron, the village of Saint-Michel-de-Castelnau is situated in a green setting where the village church is enthroned. It is in this peaceful setting that the transhumance route usually crosses the commune some years in the month of September. A few kilometres from the village of Castelnau, in the direction of Bazas, don't miss the park and the underground passages of the old castle of Castelnau de Mesmes, which is open several times a year.

This church would have existed since the Romanesque period, but in 1868 it was almost completely rebuilt. The façade preserves in its lower part some old elements, among them the portal from the XVIth century. The single nave, which ends in the east with a semicircular chevet (described by Leo Drouyn when he passed through in April 1866), has been replaced by a building in the shape of a cross with a well-marked transept and a polygonal chevet. The dimly lit nave is covered with a panelled ceiling. Its painted walls imitate a regular medium device. The choir capitals have an interesting polychrome decoration.

Lartigue is the southernmost village of the Gironde, between Landes and Lot-et-Garonne. It is in a green setting that you will discover the Saint-Romain church. 2 km south of the village, direction Allons, in a clearing lined with pine trees, stands the Hourtan farmhouse, listed as a historical monument since 2003. For lovers of friendly games, there is a boulodrome in the centre of the village. Hiking circuits in the forest are also accessible from the village for walks with family or friends.

The present church, whose porch bears the date 1848, replaced a chapel located on the banks of the Ciron (where the cemetery is located). The nave, with a barlong plan, is covered by a plaster vault on wainscotting. The vaulted chevet is slightly narrower inside and ends in a straight wall. The church has come down to us with its stone altar formed by two large Doric columns supporting a pediment, its mural paintings with fine decorative motifs, its chandeliers and its Way of the Cross. It thus evokes a theatrical setting. A porch later came to rest against its western façade.

At the end of the 19th century, nearly 230 sheepfolds of this type existed in the region. Today, only the one in Goualade remains, which is the most remarkable. It has a masonry enclosure made of alios and limestone rubble more than 20 metres in diameter. This type of building provided shelter for flocks of sheep at night, to protect them from bad weather and wolves, but also made it possible to collect the manure that was essential for the cultivation of a few hectares of poor soil near the tenant farms. The sheepfold is listed in the supplementary inventory of Historical Monuments.

It is the richest church in painting in the Bazadais. The entrance door restored in 1999 is from the time of Henri IV as well as the grain chest at the entrance. This chest was used to receive donations and taxes If the church is Romanesque, both sides are of Gothic period, moving forward you will discover the holy table in marble from the Pyrenees also classified restored in 1997. The altar dedicated to the Virgin, restored in 1999, is also classified and the paintings are exactly the same as the original The central altarpiece is an admirable treasure of quality in all areas. Above this altarpiece paintings from the 12th century were discovered during the restoration in 97/98, hidden under a layer of plaster. These partly hidden paintings represent God the blessing father, holding a disc depicting the world, the evangelists around represented by their animals.

The small village of Goualade (Gualada in Gascony) is distinguished by its two remarkable buildings listed as historical monuments: the Romanesque church, which was originally built around the 12th century and the round sheepfold built in the late 18th or early 19th century. It is from the sheepfold that you can enjoy a hiking trail accessible to the whole family. Don't hesitate to stop at the inn located in the heart of the village where you will find a warm and typically Gascon atmosphere.

This imposing Gothic church with a bell-tower-wall, set in a clearing in the middle of the Landes forest, was built on a slight eminence which dominates the Ciron river bed. The enclosure surrounding this 14th century building included a cemetery. On the slope leading from the church to the Ciron, there are three built fountains, as well as four others unbuilt, part of the same circuit and called "miraculous".

Not far from the village of Maillas, the recently renovated Romanesque church has a beautiful golden stone façade with a three-bay bell tower-wall. Built in the 13th century, it was extended around 1500 with two side chapels and a third in the 16th century. It will be the only religious building around Roquefort spared by the wars of religion. Thus few modifications will take place later.

In the north of the small Roquefort moors, just a few kilometers from the Bazadais region, in the charming village of Maillas, you'll find the Bergerie de Maillas, which raises dairy sheep and makes farmhouse cheeses from raw milk that you can buy directly from the farm, thanks to their direct sales outlet! A real treat for the taste buds! Groups welcome by reservation only

Takeaway from Monday to Friday. On the border of the Landes and the Gironde, the restaurant Le Sabla is located in the heart of the small forest village of Maillas. The atmosphere is rural and for lovers of walks in the pine forest, it is the ideal stopover. The specialities served in summer on the terrace are part of our culinary heritage: garbure, game cuisine, goose breast, calf's head... Groups of up to 70 people can have lunch in the restaurant's 2 rooms and for larger groups, the village hall is just a stone's throw away.

Discover this country-style bar-restaurant with its warm atmosphere, where you can enjoy authentic cuisine from the French regions, with specialties such as veal rice, snails à la bordelaise and pan-fried foie gras with grapes.

La guinguette du Lapin Blanc is a convivial place where life is good, located in a wooded park close to Clarens lake and Casteljaloux golf course. A place to share, meet, dance, rest and have fun in an atmosphere of good humor and relaxation. We offer mainly local and artisanal products: beers, wines, soft drinks, charcuterie boards, cheeses, fish, croques, tartines, crêpes, to share, pick and taste. We offer a large open-air space, including a covered area, wooden games for young and old, a boules pitch and a ping-pong table. The perfect place to get together with friends or family, escape the daily grind and create precious memories. It's also a vibrant place where music resonates. We regularly host musical events for unforgettable evening celebrations.

Lou Green, the restaurant at Casteljaloux Golf Club, welcomes you to its two terraces and panoramic dining room overlooking Lac de Clarens. Reservations by phone or e-mail. Group meals available. We look forward to hearing from you!

The restaurant of the casino, thanks to its building mounted on stilts, offers you a breathtaking view of Lake Clarens. The lounge bar, is a space where cocktails, cold drinks, non-stop snacking on the spot or to take away are offered. The brasserie will delight you with à la carte dishes, the chef's slate or homemade pizzas, on the spot or to take away, at low prices.

Revisited traditional cuisine in which fresh products are used in priority. As soon as the weather is nice, you can enjoy a large terrace overlooking a quiet and green area A seminar room is also available.

This charming inn welcomes you in an elegant dining room, a place of conviviality and well-being, where you can enjoy an inventive cuisine, elaborated according to the seasons and the markets.

Italian pizzeria with many choices on the menu and homemade pizza dough. We use Italian and French flours. The exceptional quality of these flours and our know-how allow us to obtain a dough that is crispy on the surface and soft in the heart, in the pure Italian tradition. The dough is worked and rolled out by hand in the Italian way. The tomato sauce is made from Italian tomatoes. The filling is made with fresh and quality products. They are home cooked. Traditional catering: meats, pastas, salads, home-made desserts.

Friendly restaurant, with a wide choice of homemade pizzas (pasta and sauce) and topped with quality ingredients prepared by us. Pasta, salads and dessert complete the menu, to eat in or take away.

14 kms from Casteljaloux, in the heart of the countryside, renovated gîte for 2 or 3 people. This gîte includes : - 1 bedroom with 140cm bed, bathroom with separate toilet - 1 living room with fitted kitchen, sitting area with sofa bed. Large covered terrace with barbecue overlooking the countryside. Parking on site.

A clearing in the heart of the Landes de Gascogne! The commune of Sauméjan offers gîtes and chalets in a clearing at the start of the Landes de Gascogne forest. L'Airial offers 12 gîtes for 6 to 7 people, 5 chalets for 4 to 6 people, 3 PMR chalets for 4 people and the "Grand Gîte", a 22-place collective accommodation. In addition or separately, you can rent a village hall, a hall with a collective kitchen and two meeting rooms. On-site: playground, private swimming pool, tennis court... Located less than 10 minutes from Casteljaloux (shops, spa, thermo-ludic center, cinema, casino, golf course, Lac de Clarens leisure center), l'Airial's accommodation is the ideal setting for family events, green vacations or group breaks.

Experience peace and quiet at the heart of l'Airial des Monges, an estate located in the south of Gironde, 45 minutes from Bordeaux. You can relax in the swimming pool, SPA or sauna, enjoy the amenities of a beach volleyball court, a children's playground, a private lake for fishing, or go cycling and table tennis. For nature lovers, the estate's wide-open spaces are ideal for hiking. Upon reservation, you can take advantage of a range of wellness services (yoga, relaxation and massages)! A gîte for 15 people, a maison landaise for 8/9 people, a gîte for 6/8 people, a gîte for 2/4 people and a chalet for 2 people are available on the estate.

Live an experience of peace and quiet in the heart of L'Airial des Monges, an estate located in the south of the Gironde, 45 min from Bordeaux Within our domain, you will be able to relax in the swimming pool, the jacuzzi or the sauna, enjoy the amenities of a beach volleyball court, a children's playground, a private lake for fishing, or go cycling and table tennis. For nature lovers, you will enjoy the wide open spaces of the estate, the great hiking trails. Upon reservation, you can benefit from several wellness services (yoga, relaxation and massages)!

A lovely room with a large en-suite bathroom and toilet, located separately in the family home. With a total surface area of 27 m2, the suite has a double bedroom with a view over the 2 hectare garden and the swimming pool. Lake Taste is nearby and the village is 1 km away with all amenities. Pets are welcome.

Charming 2-room apartment classified 3 stars, with a private garden of 500 m2 in a building independent from the owners' house, in the heart of a 2-hectare estate which also includes a swimming pool and a park with animals: hens, goats, sheep and ponies. Lake Taste nearby and village situated 1km away with all amenities. Animals welcome.

Just on the edge of the Landes forest, 7 kms from Casteljaloux and its spa, the 3 Escourre chalets (one of which is adapted for the disabled) await you in a calm and tranquil setting. Sports, leisure activities, relaxation, make your choice!

Just on the edge of the Landes forest, 7 kms from Casteljaloux and its spa, the 3 Escourre chalets (one of which is adapted for the disabled) await you in a calm and tranquil setting. Sports, leisure activities, relaxation, make your choice!

Just on the edge of the Landes forest, 7 kms from Casteljaloux and its spa, the 3 Escourre chalets (one of which is adapted for the disabled) await you in a calm and tranquil setting. Sports, leisure activities, relaxation, make your choice!

Gîte in the heart of a small village at the foot of the Landes de Gascogne forest.