Discover the gems of Castet-arrouy, Gers, Midi-Pyrénées

Musical stroll with the "Voix du Sud", a bucolic stroll through the rounded hillsides of Gascony to discover the vineyard and its ancient vineyard huts.

From villages to viewpoints, during this walk you will be able to see the valleys of the Gers and the Garonne, the wide horizons of the Brulhois area, from East to West and the hills of Gascony to the South. This tour will make you discover the vineyard huts, built in the commune of Astaffort between 1880 and 1950. They belonged to the inhabitants of the village, shopkeepers, teachers, roadmenders, craftsmen, notables and farmers. When one left for the vineyard, one spent the day and sometimes the night there. The hut served as a shelter and a place to live for the winegrowers and the draught animals, cows or horses, as well as a shed for the tools and equipment specific to this crop. Some were of classical construction, in local stone, others in brick, dry earth or wood, depending on the means or personality of the owner.

From the top of the rounded hills of Cuq or Fals, vast views open up over the hillsides of Gascony. Along the river Gers, this trail offers a fresh route along the shady banks of the river. The wings of the Cuq windmill and the fortified Roques water mill will guide you and you can also admire the built heritage that tells the story of the agricultural life of yesteryear: old Gascon houses, estates with beautiful residences flanked by towers, small vineyard huts and dovecotes, will enliven the landscape throughout the walk.

This easy circuit starts in the plain before climbing the hillsides planted with vines and woods. On the way back, you will pass over the lake of Goulens.

This small circuit, starting from a typical bastide village built in the 13th and 14th centuries, offers no difficulty, but requires great vigilance when crossing the departmental roads. The vineyards of the Brulhois and the plum orchards of Ente share the cultivated area.

Marmont-Pachas, a village without a town, is notable for its church with a round, tapering stone bell tower. This is where this hike starts, through very open, rounded hillsides, which accompanies the pilgrims of St-Jacques, from the Aouillès farm to the old cemetery near Curton.

Albret is a privileged region for hiking enthusiasts, thanks to its mosaic of landscapes. With no difficulties and few differences in altitude, the trails are ideal for families with young children. Accommodation is plentiful. You'll be able to enjoy the region all year round, with landscapes and sensations that change with the seasons.

Built on a hillside overlooking the confluence of the Gers and Garonne rivers to the north, this village grew up around a Cluniac priory dating from the 11th century.

Discover the medieval streets before getting lost on the steep hillsides from where you will see the Gers valley, the Garonne plain and perhaps by chance the Pyrenees. This village with a rich heritage was an important medieval town thanks to its inland waterways on the Gers and the Garonne. First door of Gascony, its history was marked by the arrival of illustrious guests. Pope Urban II went there in May 1096 and consecrated the heart of the Church of Saint-Martin, today classified as a Historic Monument. Archbishop Bertrand de Goth, future Pope Clement V, stayed there in the 14th century. Jeanne d'Albret, Queen of Navarre, stopped here on 15 January 1572 on her way to Paris for the wedding of her son, King Henry IV of France; the latter came in his turn on 16 August 1576, at a time when the Layracaise city was a stronghold of Protestantism in Agenais.

On this rugged circuit in the hills of Gascony, you can accompany pilgrims walking to Santiago de Compostela or horsemen following the footsteps of Henri IV in Albret.

Coralie, a sophrologist, and Michel, a portrait painter, offer you two rooms in their wellness house in the village of Astaffort.

In the commune of Astaffort, this character house with its lovely wooded garden and large swimming pool is ideal for getting together with family or friends. The 250 m² building is adjacent to the owners' house.

Owners' stable, riding school in the heart of 17 hectares of nature. Horses and ponies. Riding school: initiation, improvement, baby pony from 3 years old. Discovery or initiation course over 1 hour: €25 Walk in hand in the middle of the meadows: €12 (30 minutes), walks by appointment. Career and riding school rental. Closed on Tuesday.

In the heart of the South-West, at the gateway to the Gers, on the heights of the small village of Cuq typical of Gascony, come and recharge your batteries in the Gîte du Moulin à Vent with its unique panoramic view. Sunflowers and golden wheat set the landscape ablaze at sunset or sunrise. You will taste the freshness of the swimming pool with the old mill of Cuq, the only mill with a revolving roof in the Lot-et-Garonne, as a backdrop. Your lunches in the shade of the terrace will be most pleasant. Inside, a great standing awaits you, comfort and modernity too.

In the Agen countryside, totally renovated, single-storey accommodation adjoining the owners' house. Come and escape to the countryside in a calm and soothing environment. Area: 48 m². 2 communicating bedrooms: 1x140 cm and 2x90 cm. Sheets and towels provided. Shower room, direct access to bedroom 1x140 cm. WC in shower room. Equipped kitchen/living room. Flat-screen TV. Wifi access. Garden furniture. Property 1 ha.

Pretty chalet 100 m from the lake and pool of a small country leisure center. Nature, water activities (paddle, canoe, fishing), sports (badminton, pétanque, hiking, cycling) on site. Access free of charge. The fully-equipped chalet sleeps up to 4/5 people on the mezzanine floor (bed 140 and a bed 90), and the lower bedroom with a bed 140. Kitchen-living room, bathroom with shower, washbasin and WC, terrace in a pretty 500 m² garden on the edge of a small wood.

In the South-West of France, in the heart of a pine forest, twenty minutes from Agen and halfway between Toulouse and Bordeaux, the Domaine du Lac de Goulens and its chalet await you for a relaxing, authentic and rejuvenating stay. We offer you a charming 20m² wooden chalet, ideal for a family vacation and ideally accommodating 2 adults and 3 children. It includes a living room with a comfortable sofa bed (clic-clac) for two adults, a TV (without Wi-Fi) and a low mezzanine with three single beds. Please note that the mezzanine is very low, making it more suitable for children than adults (see photo). You'll be delighted by the terrace with garden furniture and a relaxation area, as well as the shared swimming pool and the lake just a hundred meters away. If you're looking for a quiet place in the middle of nature, this chalet is the place to be.

Built on a plateau overlooking the village of Bardigues, the Château de Lamotte and its outbuildings are the result of a campaign to recompose the estate during the 18th century on the basis of an earlier building. Entered into the family in 1315 and still preserved since, the castle of Lamotte-Bardigues was profoundly altered under Louis XV. From this golden age of French-style architecture, it has retained its classical character and its noble ordering. You can read the art of living from the Age of Enlightenment, in its authentic period furniture as well as in its majestic English-style park. Today the new generation of owners are committed to extending the last seven centuries of art and history. For the first time, it opens this Historic Monument to visitors and offers you a unique route where great and small history intersect. Lamotte-Bardigues castle, Bardigues

Dive into the heart of authenticity and tradition. Heirs to a rich history and exceptional terroir, these wine artisans are the guardians of a unique culture and heritage. Shop, tours, and wine tastings. In the 14th century, the story of Brulhois wines began at a time when the Garonne River was navigable. The wines were transported on barges to the port of Bordeaux and then exported to Northern Europe. Since the Middle Ages, Brulhois wines have been called the “Black Wines” because of their intense color. The Brulhois appellation benefits from a unique climatic alternation between oceanic mildness and Mediterranean warmth. The Vignerons du Brulhois are firmly committed to producing quality wines in harmony with the environment. This conviction is expressed through the cultivation of their vines under the HVE (High Environmental Value) label, a choice that naturally imposes itself to preserve our planet. An originality: white and rosé wines made from muscat grapes! By reservation only: Guided tours of the cellars and facilities followed by a tasting. Total darkness tastings from July to August at the Layrac cellar. Air-conditioned shops, parking, and access for people with reduced mobility.

Just 15 minutes from Agen and at the crossroads of the Gers and Tarn-et-Garonne departments, this rental property is located at the entrance to the village of Caudecoste. Recently renovated T2 apartment, on one level and located on the first floor of the owner's house. A living room with fully-equipped kitchen, opening onto the lounge with TV and sofa bed for 2 people. A bedroom with a 140x190 bed. A shower room and separate toilet. The apartment is bright and has a terrace with garden furniture and a barbecue, with no facing the owner. Private parking.

10 ha estate in Astaffort at the gateway to Gascony. It is a family estate where the agriculture is organic, the harvest is hand-made and the wine is aged in oak barrels.

In the Middle Ages and under the Ancien Régime, Astaffort had all the attributes of a fortified place surrounded by walls and flanked by towers. The medieval ramparts have now disappeared. There are only a few discreet remains mixed with buildings from later periods which also deserve attention. Do not miss the 2 churches of the village: Sainte-Geneviève and Saint-Félix. Signs on the main heritage sites of the village will guide your visit.

Picnic area furnished with tables. Ideal for a picnic "pulled out of the bag" on the PR5 and PR8 hiking trails of Lomagne.

Memory trail. Discovery of the maquis of carrots in Castéra-Bouzet. Through 5 desks find the story of those who are involved in the resistance.

Built on a plateau overlooking the village of Bardigues, the Château de Lamotte and its outbuildings are the result of a campaign to recompose the estate during the 18th century on the basis of an earlier building. Entered into the family in 1315 and still preserved since, the castle of Lamotte-Bardigues was profoundly altered under Louis XV. From this golden age of French-style architecture, it has retained its classical character and its noble ordering. You can read the art of living from the Age of Enlightenment, in its authentic period furniture as well as in its majestic English-style park. Today the new generation of owners are committed to extending the last seven centuries of art and history. For the first time, it opens this Historic Monument to visitors and offers you a unique route where great and small history intersect. Lamotte-Bardigues castle, Bardigues

The fortified town of Caudecoste stands in the Garonne valley. The village dates back to the 10th century and its charter dates from the 13th century. The town follows a rather irregular orthogonal plan, but boasts an impressive town square where the half-timbered houses sit upon wooden stilts.

Museum of local history. Museum of sacred art in the church. Three paintings inscribed and restored in the church. You can also see "The Chalice", classified as a historical monument, returned to Caudecoste in July 2019.

The Vignerons du Brulhois welcome you to their store between Layrac and Astaffort. Discover and taste their wines. AOC Brulhois red and rosé, IGP Comté Tolosan and Côtes de Gascogne red, rosé and white. Each wine has its own particularity, the exceptional rosé : Grain d?Amour, the emblematic Vin Noir, the quintessential Terressence and, simply for pleasure, the B.A.B.A. range. The Vignerons also offer various events throughout the year, and the boutique?s little extra: tasting in the dark, a unique sensory experience. For more information, visit the website: www.vigneronsdubrulhois.com

Picnic Area Picnic area in the center of the village of Castéra-Bouzet. Games for children. Reading corner. Pétanque ground.

Situated in the south-west of the department of Tarn et Garonne, Lavit-de-Lomagne was one of the main crossroads of Gascony. Welcome to Lavit. Lavit is situated in the gentle rolling hills of the Lomagne region. ‘The origin of the name ‘Lavit de Lomagne’ comes from Vic-de-Lomagne. The village was born at the crossroads of two ancient roads, one of which, known as the ‘chemin des beurriers’, linked the Pyrenees to the Auvergne, and the other, via Toulouse, the Mediterranean to the Atlantic. Lavit soon became such a renowned centre for fairs and markets that it was chosen as the capital of the Viscounty of Lomagne. In 1482, Louis XI considered Lavit to be one of the most important strongholds of the viscounty, along with Lectoure, Miradoux and Castéra-Lectourois. The town became a bastide at the very beginning of the 14th century and a renowned stronghold with its ramparts, drawbridge and castle, now no longer in existence. The church of Saint-Jacques, built on the original wood and clay sanctuary, was rebuilt on the same site several times over the course of several centuries. What you need to note: the 16th-century sections with walls, buttresses, side chapels and engaged columns. Note also the carvings visible on the old keystones of the chapels and some beautiful carved arches. Note the inscription in Occitan above the portal. It recalls the Lectoure fire of 1473. The bell tower dates from the 19th century and is 27 metres high. It has two storeys and a rectangular floor plan. At the top was a semi-spherical zinc dome that was destroyed by the hurricane of 1913. Let's move on to the famous market hall: the economic heart of the town: 1 It is located in the centre of the village, 2. It forms a square with 30 m sides, 3. It has 32 cast-iron pillars, 4. It has a metal campanile housing its clock, and the work was carried out by the ironmonger Louis Grillon. After it collapsed in 1894 and 1897, it was decided to adopt a very modern, industrial style, just as Gustave Eiffel had built his Tower. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

Come and discover a traditional and gourmet cuisine made from fresh and local products. On sunny days enjoy the terrace.

Whether it's for a quick lunch break or the desire to stroll on the terrace in the shade of the superb town hall, Tony welcomes you just as warmly in their establishment Asta Pizza.

It is here, at the gates of the Gers, in Astaffort (20 minutes from Agen), that Cédric Renouard and his team offer you a warm welcome in a warm setting, with a varied menu inspired by French gastronomy and its gourmet flavours. Our team will be delighted to welcome you to their establishment, where you will enjoy traditional cuisine. An establishment with a finely worked style. Reserve quickly !

The Brasserie des Platanes in Brulhois is located in the heart of a small 12th century country house You can have breakfast, lunch or dinner in a friendly atmosphere. A south-western cuisine in the Italian way will be proposed to you.

Traditional restaurant with local specialties and local products. Dishes of the day, regional specialities, takeaway meals A nice place to (re)discover Discover traditional cuisine showcasing regional specialities and local products. Delicious daily specials, local recipes and takeaway options await you. A unique place in Lavit to enjoy a coffee, meet up with friends and soak up the sun on the beautiful terrace.

La Table en Brulhois welcomes you to discover a traditional cuisine of the South-West. It is with conviviality, in the small village of Saint-Sixte located on the banks of the Garonne, that Isabelle and her team of also proposes to you, in summer, its shaded terrace to prolong your evenings.

Casual fine dining restaurant located in Auvillar. On Sundays, brunch menu from 11am to 3pm.

The Restaurant des Allées is at your entire disposal so that young and old can have a pleasant time. Traditional dishes or nouvelle cuisine: our gastronomic menu, our seasonal products and our rich wine list will satisfy the most demanding taste buds! Don't hesitate to contact us also to know our dish of the day! We are also caterer for your weddings, communions, banquets ...

A stopover on the way to Santiago de Compostela and labeled among the Most Beautiful Villages of France, Auvillar is easily identified by its surprising circular grain market in the heart of the village. A warm and special atmosphere emanates from the traditional homes made of a mixture of red bricks and white stones. The ancient Gallo-Roman city experienced its golden age with earthenware and the goose feather industry. Besides the market square, take the time to stroll through the streets to admire the clock, the church, the castle square and its view of the Garonne, the rue des nobles, the wash house and go down to the port to admire the Sainte Catherine chapel. Don't miss out on discovering the art and craft galleries, the exhibition at the Tourist Office, the museum of old Auvillar, and take a break in the many restaurants of this small village. Every Sunday morning, producers await you on the square for the traditional market.

Located in the heart of the Lamontjoie Xtrem Village campground, Xtrem Food is open to campground residents and non-residents alike. It offers fast, quality food. Come and enjoy a charcuterie and cheese board, a fresh salad, a homemade burger, grilled meats with fries and sweet treats on the edge of a 13-hectare lake.

Breakfast and table d'hôte (reservations are necessary), served in a large living room, will be an opportunity for you to discover the hostess' specialties. Quiet environment. English spoken.

This peaceful accommodation offers a relaxing stay for the whole family. Located in the heart of the natural region of Lomagne in Marsac 82, a village perched in the middle of bucolic landscapes... This fully private accommodation with sunny terrace and shaded enclosed garden, offers space on the ground floor for an open kitchen and dining area, lounge and fireplace. On the 1st floor, two bedrooms with 140 bed, bathroom, separate WC. On the 2nd floor, a master bedroom or dormitory, a convertible 140 and 2 beds 90, a bathroom and WC. Household linen and sheets provided.

Atypical studio on the ground floor of a large Lomagnole building. The accommodation comprises: in a single room with a clever layout, a bedroom area (1 bed 160, storage space, armchair), a built-in kitchen (fridge, hob, oven), bar with high stools, an open-plan bathroom (bath, toilet, washbasin). Bed linen, towels and household linen included in the price. Wifi access. Access to swimming pool and owner's gym. Possibility of using the barbecue under the arbour. Washing machine available on request.

Come and recharge your batteries in this nice Art-Deco residence located on a park planted with centuries-old trees, a few steps away from Agen, right at the exit of the village of Astaffort. The very friendly owners will welcome you for a stopover or a holiday, and share with you their love for photography and cats of all species.

Cottage for 6 people with a view of the Lomagne countryside This pleasant cottage includes a living room with fireplace, the independent kitchen with dishwasher, 3 bedrooms (2 double beds and 2 single beds), one with a small balcony, a bathroom with bath and shower and a separate toilet. In the basement, the laundry room. Small garden and terrace. Large sun terrace furnished for pleasant meals.Nearby leisure: hiking, fishing 2 km, golf, horse riding 18 km, swimming pool. Opening: May to October

Coralie, a sophrologist, and Michel, a portrait painter, offer you two rooms in their wellness house in the village of Astaffort.

Come and recharge your batteries on this 40 ha woody property with a fishing lake, located a few steps away from Agen, in the rural district of Astaffort. The owners will welcome you in this old house, entirely restored and attached to theirs.

This hotel-restaurant is situated at the Gers' doors, less than 20km from Agen. It proposes well-equipped bedrooms, a private car park and a resaturant hall where are served regional sepcialities. In the surroundings you will discover Lectoure, former Gallo-Roman city, Nérac (Henri IV's castle, Royal park of the Garenne, promenade on a boat on the Baïse) and the attraction park Walibi.

In the commune of Astaffort, this character house with its lovely wooded garden and large swimming pool is ideal for getting together with family or friends. The 250 m² building is adjacent to the owners' house.

On the bank of the Gers ( the river as the department), the small city of Astaffort campsite welcomes you when the weather turns fine again.