Discover Rimbez-et-Baudiets: A Hidden Gem in Landes

On this small and contrasted circuit you will first discover the sand of the Landes and the pine forest cultivated in the north. In the south the clay soil of the Gueyze valley is planted with oaks and various and various species of hardwoods.

The sand of the Landes and the clay of the valleys, the cultivated forest of pines and the older and wilder forest of oaks, hazelnuts and acacias, here is a contrasting walk in the heart of nature. Shortly after departure you will discover the site of Gueyze with the old castle and the fortified mill of the 15th century and its church of the 11th century with its trefoil apse. After the monument dedicated to the Néracais resistance fighters, you will cross the Gueyze river. You will then begin a long forest path which leads to the clearing surrounding the church of Meylan. After the town hall, alternatively sandy or sandy paths cross coniferous plantations, but also hornbeam, acacia and oak woods. Cross the Gueyze again on a two-arch bridge to reach the adjoining town hall.

To find peace and quiet and recharge your batteries far from the big cities, this itinerary combines a walk in the woods and a stroll through the vineyards between the churches of the two parishes of Saint-Pé and Saint-Simon.

The sand of the Landes and the clay of the valleys, the cultivated forest of pines and the older and wilder forest of oaks, hazel trees and acacias, this is a walk full of contrasts in the heart of nature. Shortly after the start you will discover the site of Gueyze with the old castle and the fortified mill of the 15th century and its church of the 11th century with the trefoil apse. After the monument dedicated to the resistance fighters of Nerac, you will cross the Gueyze. You will then take a long forest path which leads to the clearing surrounding the church of Meylan. After the town hall, sandy or sandy paths cross coniferous plantations, but also hornbeam, acacia and oak woods. Cross the Gueyze again on a two-arched bridge to reach the town hall.

This narrow and deep green valley conceals treasures of surprises: towns with a strong personality, rich and luxuriant vegetation. To discover them, follow the old railway line from Sos to Mézin.

This small walk without great difficulty will offer you at first, a very beautiful sight on the valley of the Gélise and thereafter, a walk on the paths of the Landaise forest.

An immemorial point of passage on the Ténarèze Roman road, this open and lively landscape is made up of woods and vineyards. You can also learn about the land in the farms, around the products of the fat, the local wines, the Armagnac and the Floc de Gascogne.

From Réaup to Lisse, associated communes, this long hike will make you discover, from some viewpoints at the edge of the massif, the different species of the Landes forest: oaks, cork oaks, pines... The natural resources of Réaup make it a village of workers, but above all of gemmakers and lumberjacks organized in a "mutual aid society" since the 19th century. Along this route, you will see the castle and the chapel of Lisse, its parish church and those of Réaup and Cieuse. You will also pass by many pigeon houses and not far from the lake of Lislebonne situated in the heart of an oak forest which, with its leisure centre, welcomes many tourists.

To capture the spirit of this small country reminiscent of Italy, this itinerary offers low-angle views of Poudenas from the Gélise, and panoramic images as you pass over the hillsides. The village is located on the northern slope of the Gélise valley, on the border between Armagnac and the Gascony forest. Over the centuries, it was built around its castle, built in the 13th century, to control the valley, then it developed on the slope down to the river. Butcheries were established in the 19th century and continued until the 20th century. The economy of Poudenas is based primarily on its pine forests and vineyards of Armagnac. The wheat mill of Poudenas also visible on this circuit was built in the 16th century on the banks of the Gélise.

After a train journey from Nérac to Mézin, we suggest that you return via the hiking trails that run along the edge of the Landes forest. You will walk through portions of different loops and may cross paths with pilgrims on their way to Compostela between Mézin and Cauderoue.

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.

In the quiet countryside, in a former stable charmingly refurbished, 3 rooms (“Poplars”, “Acacias”, “Oaks”) with private bathroom, above a specially appointed living room where you can have breakfast, a TV with WIFI access, and a play room for children. Relaxation and warmth guaranteed.

In the southern part of Lot-et-Garonne, near the Gers and Landes regions, SOS is a small village with narrow streets and very welcoming guest houses like the Bourdieu b@b. A former totally restored 17th century farmhouse, made up of a ground floor and an upstairs level, ideal for a large family. You will appreciate the numerous rooms including a games room with its own porch roof and the large garden with fenced-off swimming pool. Floor area: 300 m². 7 rooms: 1 double, 2 singles, 1 double, 2 singles, 1 single, 2 singles, 1 double and 1 double. 4 bathrooms with 3 en-suite and 1 private. 5 WCs, 1 separate. Bed linen for hire. Kitchen: Mwave, Dishwr. Wmachine and spin dryer in laundry room. Living room. Lounge: sofas, flat-screen TV, Internet access. Fireplaces. Gas central heating. 80 m² covered terrace. Large porch roof. Private grounds covering 50 acres. 14mx7m private fenced-off sw

On the edge of the Landes forest, the Gîte de Meylan was once the village hotel. Completely renovated, with its wood-clad extension and original kitchen and bar, the gîte has kept its soul with a modern touch. Situated in a small hamlet, 20km from the Thermes de Barbotan and Casteljaloux lake, and 5km from the town of Sos-en-Albret and its amenities, the gîte will welcome you for a stopover or a stay in the countryside. On the ground floor, you'll find a large living room with a sitting area, a dining area and a fully-equipped kitchen, a shower room with Italian shower and toilet, and a laundry room. Upstairs, 2 bedrooms (1x140 and 2x190), a bathroom with bath, a toilet and a dressing room. Outside, there's a 1200m² enclosed garden with a south-facing terrace overlooking the Pyrenees, a bowling green and 1 bicycle.

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.

Lovers of large convivial tables as well as hushed atmospheres, we welcome you to the Bistro Sotiate in Sos. Our menu varies according to the seasons, with local cuisine and inspiration from elsewhere. Equipped with a wood-burning fireplace, the Bistro also offers a wide range of wood-grilled meats. Our mission? To welcome you in a warm atmosphere for a cuisine that will awaken your taste buds and comfort your palate.

In the southwest of France, in the heart of the Landes forest in Gascony, the villages of Sos, Poudenas and Mézin are rich with an authentic personality and countless treasures to discover. Among them, in the middle of a 44-acre luxurious haven of greenery, at the edge of a lake, the « Chalet » guest house awaits you for a change of scenery and a revigourating, relaxing stay. You will be appreciate the swimming pool integrated in the terrace overlooking the lake and the tasteful and cosy interior decoration.

Welcome to our gîte "Les buis fleuris", nestled in a peaceful, leafy setting in the heart of Gascony in the Lot et Garonne department, close to the Gers and Landes departments. The towns of Nérac, Condom and Eauze are just a few minutes away by car, and offer all the shops you need to make your stay even more enjoyable. Numerous activities are available nearby. Ideal for families looking for a nature getaway. Children will love the large garden, where they can play in complete safety. Simple yet welcoming, it offers everything you need for a pleasant family stay.

4 gites have been made from this stone outbuilding part of a beautiful farm in Mézinais. Farm produce can be sampled at the farm hostel in the former barn. Large garden with no border fence. Lake for fishing. Swimming pool shared between the five properties.

4 gites have been made from this stone outbuilding part of a beautiful farm in Mézinais. Farm produce can be sampled at the farm hostel in the former barn. Large garden with no border fence. Lake for fishing. Swimming pool shared between the five properties.

St Luperc's church. Wall bell-tower with 2 imposing buttresses. Nave decorated with frescoes, pre-romanesques capitals, where two sarcophagi from the early Middle Ages have been found. Contact the Mayor for tours.

St John the Baptist's church. Gable shaped bell-tower. Entrance through a rustic porch paved with pebbles and topped with roman tiles.

The Tourné family's farm produces and sells asparagus, tomatoes, red fruits, jam and various market gardening vegetables, as well as sweet and savoury pastries with fruits and vegetables from the farm. It also offers sheep meat raised on the farm.

In the 18th century, the confluence of the Vignacq and Courlis rivers fed the pond of Saint-Julien et de Lit. A century later this pond split in two and gave rise to vast areas of marshland. At the beginning of the 20th century, the ponds and a large part of the associated wetlands were drained to combat an epidemic. The Courant de Contis, which was the outlet of the ponds, is now the channelized outlet of the two watercourses and of a drainage network of which the Plaine du Sable Blanc is a perfect example. This drainage system now allows asparagus to be grown.

Built near a Gallo-Roman site, the church of Gueyze preserves a superb set of Romanesque capitals: fruit-eating lions, confronting birds, Christ in a mandorla, Chrism, plant and floral motifs and Romanesque modillions from the 11th and 12th centuries. The nave is slightly later. The cloverleaf-shaped choir in a semi-circular chevet is wider than the nave. The church has an open-walled bell tower with two campanile bays. Listed as a Historic Monument in 1925, only the apse is protected.

St Martin's church - 11th century. Its bell-tower with visible joists is typical of the area. The fortified tower next to it is topped with a polygional wooden structure housing a clock, with a multi-sloped roof. As was customary in the Middle Ages, the church is not separated form the houses.

Rent the Saint-Pé-Saint-Simon village hall, located next to the town hall, with a capacity of 120 people for your events.

On its promontory, Sos dominates the Gueyze and Gélise valleys. The Gallic people of the Sotiates resisted the troops of Julius Caesar who mentions it in his book "La Guerre des Gaules". The town offers vestiges of the Middle Ages, in particular the presence on the renovated square of the ground markings of the entire old church, which was a beautiful Romanesque building. Sos belonged to Henry IV and later saw the birth of Jean de Silhon, one of the first Academicians, and was the village of Emmanuel Delbousquet, a local poet and storyteller.

The Régine & Fils farm raises ducks and cultivates asparagus according to a know-how transmitted from generation to generation to preserve the savoury taste of farm products.

In the heart of lower Armagnac, overlooking the plain of Escalans, the medieval castle of Caumale stands with its proud silhouette of five imposing towers. It has always been inhabited by great travellers, it gathers exotic treasures and takes you on a colourful and spicy journey from Saint Domingue to our Landes lands: rich collections of porcelain, chocolate makers, family paintings, souvenirs and the room of the Marshal de Rochambeau An enchanting setting and exceptional services make it the perfect place for wedding receptions. It is also a venue for concerts, theatre and historical conferences. Rental of salons possible

Lovers of large convivial tables as well as hushed atmospheres, we welcome you to the Bistro Sotiate in Sos. Our menu varies according to the seasons, with local cuisine and inspiration from elsewhere. Equipped with a wood-burning fireplace, the Bistro also offers a wide range of wood-grilled meats. Our mission? To welcome you in a warm atmosphere for a cuisine that will awaken your taste buds and comfort your palate.

Closed Saturdays. Gourmet specialties. Closed the first 3 weeks of July and the first 2 weeks of January.

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).

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.

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.

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.

Le Gaulois offers sandwiches, newspapers and soft drinks. We also offer postcards, haberdashery, handicrafts, jewelry, toys and gas.

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

Choose from a wide variety of French dishes and let yourself be tempted. Our cuisine is accompanied by a wide range of delicious dishes and drinks. Our local and regional dishes are particularly appreciated for their freshness and special flavour. We would be happy to welcome you for a delicious lunch or dinner in a pleasant atmosphere! We offer you free internet access. So you can stay connected while you're away.

Located in the south of the Pays d'Albret, bordering the Gers and Landes, the restaurant Les Deux Gourmands favours seasonal cuisine. David Chaves and his team warmly welcomes you and prepares an authentic cuisine with seasonal local products. Freshness and quality meet in your plates for the pleasure of your taste buds. Enjoy the best of Lot-et-Garonne in this traditional restaurant!

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.

In the quiet countryside, in a former stable charmingly refurbished, 3 rooms (“Poplars”, “Acacias”, “Oaks”) with private bathroom, above a specially appointed living room where you can have breakfast, a TV with WIFI access, and a play room for children. Relaxation and warmth guaranteed.

In the heart of a massif of pines, in a magnificent airial of centenary oaks, we welcome you in a large lodging completely renovated. Calm and tranquility at the rendez-vous. Charming stay, starting point of many hikes. Large house with living room with fireplace, wood stove, living rooms, independent kitchen fully equipped, plancha, dining room. 6 bedrooms with private bathroom and toilet. Large capacity of 12 persons, (possibility 6 persons except July/August). Quality equipment. Vacations, family reunion, hunting, professional meeting... Fenced and secured swimming pool. Ground of game of bowls.

In the southern part of Lot-et-Garonne, near the Gers and Landes regions, SOS is a small village with narrow streets and very welcoming guest houses like the Bourdieu b@b. A former totally restored 17th century farmhouse, made up of a ground floor and an upstairs level, ideal for a large family. You will appreciate the numerous rooms including a games room with its own porch roof and the large garden with fenced-off swimming pool. Floor area: 300 m². 7 rooms: 1 double, 2 singles, 1 double, 2 singles, 1 single, 2 singles, 1 double and 1 double. 4 bathrooms with 3 en-suite and 1 private. 5 WCs, 1 separate. Bed linen for hire. Kitchen: Mwave, Dishwr. Wmachine and spin dryer in laundry room. Living room. Lounge: sofas, flat-screen TV, Internet access. Fireplaces. Gas central heating. 80 m² covered terrace. Large porch roof. Private grounds covering 50 acres. 14mx7m private fenced-off sw

On the edge of the Landes forest, the Gîte de Meylan was once the village hotel. Completely renovated, with its wood-clad extension and original kitchen and bar, the gîte has kept its soul with a modern touch. Situated in a small hamlet, 20km from the Thermes de Barbotan and Casteljaloux lake, and 5km from the town of Sos-en-Albret and its amenities, the gîte will welcome you for a stopover or a stay in the countryside. On the ground floor, you'll find a large living room with a sitting area, a dining area and a fully-equipped kitchen, a shower room with Italian shower and toilet, and a laundry room. Upstairs, 2 bedrooms (1x140 and 2x190), a bathroom with bath, a toilet and a dressing room. Outside, there's a 1200m² enclosed garden with a south-facing terrace overlooking the Pyrenees, a bowling green and 1 bicycle.

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.

At the gateway to the Landes and Gers regions, on the edge of the forest and perched on a promontory overlooking the Gueyze and Gélise rivers, the small village of Sos welcomes you with its cornices and half-timbered houses. In the heart of the village, a beautiful maison de maître with its large garden protected by high walls. Danielle and Raymond have completely restored this 19th-century building and converted it into a gîte with modern comforts. Ideal for a small family or a couple looking for space and volume, La Maison des Hirondelles offers a large ground-floor living room with fitted kitchen and dining area, a sitting room and a toilet. Upstairs, two bedrooms (1x140, 2x90, 1x90), fitted landing (1x90), shower room and toilet. Private terrace. Fully enclosed private flower garden. Adjoining another gîte. Parking in front of the house.

In the southwest of France, in the heart of the Landes forest in Gascony, the villages of Sos, Poudenas and Mézin are rich with an authentic personality and countless treasures to discover. Among them, in the middle of a 44-acre luxurious haven of greenery, at the edge of a lake, the « Chalet » guest house awaits you for a change of scenery and a revigourating, relaxing stay. You will be appreciate the swimming pool integrated in the terrace overlooking the lake and the tasteful and cosy interior decoration.

Old and converted train station located in the woody Gélise valley. Gîte surface area: 230 m².