Dondas, Lot-et-Garonne, Aquitaine: local attractions

This isolated village, regularly rewarded for its flowering, also hides many architectural treasures, dovecotes, houses of character and many panoramas on the hills of Serres.

You will walk on a large open plateau for a hike without difficulty that can be modulated according to two variants. Churches, dovecotes and windmills are all to be found in this area planted with cereals and orchards.

After the castle of Combebonnet, this circuit passes upstream of the lake of Gandaille, crosses a large plateau where cereals and market gardening are very present and ends on the steep paths which surround the tourist lake of Beauville.

The first part of this hike, quite steep, gradually descends into the Petite Séoune valley, towards La Sauvetat-de-Savères. The route ends on a vast panoramic plateau, offering views of the perched villages of Dondas, St-Martin-de-Beauville, Puymirol, etc.

This circuit runs along the village's rampart path, at the foot of the ramparts to the west and north, before climbing up a steep, shady path into the town. A small loop within the town will lead you to discover the winding streets, lined with gardens and the town hall square surrounded by angle irons.

Along this rugged route, you will discover four listed sites: Beauville, a promontory on the Séoune valley, the churches of Blaymont and Massels and the fortified site of Frespech.

Small loop on the steep and shady paths leading away from the village. Return via the covered way at the foot of the ramparts to finish with the discovery of the heart of the bastide.

From the promontory village of Beauville, the circuit goes down progressively in the valley of the Séoune, by shaded paths. A climb, rather steep at the beginning, allows to reach the pech of Marcoux. At the calvary, do not hesitate to continue the ascent on the boxwood-lined path. As early as the Gallo-Roman era, a temple stood here, probably dedicated to Mercury. The name of Marcoux may be derived from that of the god. In the 12th century, a church was built, and still exists. It is classified as a historical monument. Go back down towards the Petite Séoune, which you will follow for a few hundred metres on a wide track that marks the wooded foot of the hill. Once you have crossed the two rivers again, just before their confluence, you will need to make a final effort to reach the fortified town (almost 120 m of ascent for the last kilometre).

From the church of Saint-Julien, go and see the Château de Combebonnet, the church of Saint-Pierre-aux-Liens in Engayrac and the Lake of Gandaille. An orientation table, a game of goose, a medieval garden, will enhance this nice little walk.

After the church with its square bell tower, the paths gradually descend into the valley of the Séoune. The lakes, which are very present, allow farmers to irrigate their land and add a touch of blue to the surrounding green landscapes.

Come and recharge your batteries in this pretty and entirely restored dovecote, perfect for a couple, located in between Dordogne and Gers, a few steps away from Agen. Detached but close to the owners' house, right out on a 100 ha farm (cereal, corn seeding, beet,...).

In the heart of the South-West, between Bordeaux and Toulouse, you will be under the spell of the "Jardins de Dourdé" and its serenity. On nearly 2ha, you will be able to walk on the sandstone of the two lakes: the lake on the West side where you can fish, and the lake on the East side with its waterfall. The heated swimming pool with its large beach to share with another gîte will bring you relaxation and exoticism. On two levels and located on the West side, this gîte offers you on the ground floor a large equipped kitchen, a living room with fireplace, and on the first floor, a bedroom (1x160) with bathroom (+ shower and toilet), a bedroom (1x140), a bedroom (1x90) and a shared shower room and toilet. Terrace under a canopy. Free Wifi. Sheets and towels, beds made up, cleaning at the end of the stay included. Water softener. Other semi-detached gîte not overlooked. Tourist tax to be p

In the heart of the South-West, between Bordeaux and Toulouse, you will be under the spell of the "Jardins de Dourdé" and its serenity. On nearly 2ha, you will be able to walk on the sandstone of the two lakes: the lake on the West side where you can fish, and the lake on the East side with its waterfall. The heated swimming pool with its large beach to share with another gîte will bring you relaxation and exoticism. On the 1st floor of the building on the East side, with its panoramic view, the gîte de l'Olivier will seduce you with its originality and its great comfort: large kitchen/dining room opening onto its rotunda-shaped terrace, living room, bathroom/wc and dressing room. On the 2nd floor, two bedrooms (2x90 and 1x160 with air conditioning). Water softener. Free Wifi. Sheets and towels, beds made. Cleaning at the end of the stay included. Other semi-detached gîte not overlooked.

In the heart of the South-West, between Bordeaux and Toulouse, 25mn from Agen, beautiful stone property typical of the Pays de Serres, in a landscape of meadows and woods. You will be charmed by the gite "Les Amoureux du lac" with its direct view on the lake. For swimming, the heated salt water swimming pool with its large beach of 170m² to be shared with two other gîtes (10mx5m) and its pool house of 36m² will bring you relaxation and exoticism. On the same level, independent and not overlooked, the 65m² gîte Les Amoureux du Lac will seduce you by its originality and its great comfort: a large living room of 40m² with a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, a TV lounge, from which you can admire the lake..., a bedroom with a 160cm bed, a dressing room and a bathroom with toilet. You can enjoy the terrace for your meals.

In the heart of the south-west of France, in the Lot-et-Garonne region, perched up on a rocky outcrop, like the fortified town of Beauville, the « Mouline de Camus » guest house offers the visitor an unforgettable view of the valley and the lake. Totally independent, with a ground floor and an upstairs, simply enjoy the comfort both inside and outside where from the terrace or the swimming pool you will hear the silence or the singing of the crickets! Floor area: 80 m². 2 rooms upstairs: 1 double and 1 single 1 double and 2 bunk beds. Wash room. WC. Bed linen and towelling for hire. Kitchen/living room/lounge: Mwave. Dishwr. Wmachine in wash room. Flat screen TV. DVD. Fire place. Electric central heating. 5000m²private grounds. Covered terrace. Garden furniture. Sun loungers. BBQ. Parking. 8mx4m fenced-off private swimming pool (open from May to October). Mountain bikes available.

Totally independent, functional and attractive contemporary house with ground floor and upstairs. It has grounds covering 3.5 hectares, a private swimming pool and is conveniently located for sightseeing in the region around Agen.

Charming, restored pigeon house on 3 levels is part of a very large estate shared with the owners (nearby), but with its own private garden and a large terrace with no direct view on the owners house. The location is an invitation to discover the surrounding fortified Bastide towns such as Beauville and Puymirol…

This totally restored barn on one level has retained all of its former charm. Located near the owners’ property, it is on a large 50-acre estate and has its own 1000m² private garden and a swimming pool shared with another rental. Floor area: 90 m². 2 rooms and a mezzanine: 2 double, 2 single beds. Cot. Bed linen for hire. Wash room. WC. Kitchen/lounge/living room: Mwave. Dishwr. Wmachine. Sofa. Fireplace insert. TV. DVD. Mobicarte (phone). Heating. 1000 m² private garden. 30m² terrace. Car port and parking area. Ping-Pong and mountain bikes shared between two rentals. 10,5mx4,5m swimming pool.

This gîte, rated Pays de Serres , is an authentic residence of Pays de l'Agenais. Relaxation and comfort are guaranteed. You will enjoy the beauty of the country with the all round view over the surrounding hillsides. House located right out in the country and very nicely renovated in the traditional style with exposed stones and wood. The walls, finished with a waxed plaster, are a reminder of the rustic walls of yesteryear.

Lodging in the Vallon de Mareigne. South-West region, near Agen, a stone's throw from the Quercy vineyard, in the land of foie gras, Armagnac and prune, gîte in local stone in a small hamlet overlooking a landscape of combs and hills. You will be under the exotic charm of this house, a real invitation to travel.

Lac de Gandaille is an ideal spot for strolling or hiking. The lake is strictly closed to swimming and fishing. It is a private site used to irrigate fields.

Located in the heart of the IGP appellation "vin de l'agenais", the name Tulipe Rouge is a reminder that Agen has a protected red tulip. Currently, the vineyard covers 4 hectares. It is concentrated on the southern slopes of the farm on plots that were planted with vines before or shortly after phylloxera. In this part of the Lot-et-Garonne region called the Pays de Serres, the old farmers had opted for an intelligent agriculture: - The southern slopes were in vineyards - The northern slopes were in meadows for the breeding - The bottom of the valleys were used for vegetable and fruit growing - The plateaus were devoted to cereals

A peaceful, remote village built around a magnificent 11th century church restored in the 15th century.

We are professional beekeepers located in the town of Blaymont, in the Pays de Serres. Our raw honeys are produced in Aquitaine. Our beekeeping is based on the respect of the bee and we value all the products of the hive as well as we can. Our role is that of a beekeeper who listens to his flock and protects it against external aggressions. From Spring to September, the bees will forage throughout the New Aquitaine region to offer tasty honeys with different tastes: spring honey from plum orchards, chestnut honey from Dordogne, acacia honey from Landes and sunflower honey from Lot et Garonne.

Overlooking the valley from its promontory, the village of Beauville seems at one with the rock. Visit the heart of the town: the cornered square, surrounded by half-timbered stone houses. For hiking enthusiasts, there are three signposted walks starting from Beauville: one very easy, one easy and one difficult. Something for everyone! Don't miss the 14th-century Saint-Jacques church. Look out for its pretty Renaissance doorway and bell tower-porch. To the west of the village is a Renaissance château with a machicolated tower. It is said that during the Hundred Years' War, Beauville, formerly known as Boville (Ville du Boeuf), triumphantly withstood the onslaught of the English.

Located in the Pays de Serres region of the Lot et Garonne in BEAUVILLE, we raise 30 Holstein, Normande and Montbéliarde cows on our family farm. Our milk and dairy products have been organic since summer 2020. Ferme de la Séoune is a member of the INVITATION A LA FERME network of organic and independent farmers. We transform the organic milk from our cows on our farm into yoghurts, dairy desserts and fromage frais. These are marketed under the "INVITATION à la FERME" brand (farmhouse, organic and local). We also market them in short circuits, primarily around our farm, in stores and in the catering trade.

Discover the museum of natural fibres and textiles that are part of our daily life. If sheep's wool, accompanied by mohair, angora, alpaca and others, is still local, we know less about the history of hemp, which was widely cultivated in our region in the 20th century. Numerous materials, not forgetting the famous hemp comb, are testimonies of this culture which seems to be regaining a new interest New extension: life in our countryside until the 1950s. Linen, cotton, jute, sisal, ramie are presented. And silk? Until the war of 1914, silkworm breeding, in our middle Garonne, allowed a certain income to our peasants. These famous cocoons were very popular at the cocoon fair in Montauban.

Nathalie created her honey house in spring 2013. She moves her hives to the south of the Dordogne (for chestnut honey) and within a 30km radius around Saint-Robert for the 2 honeys all flowers (spring or summer). Nathalie transforms sweets, gingerbread, hazelnut honey/ hazelnut prune cakes, nougats and candles directly at the farm. She will be delighted to welcome you and help you discover her craft.

Welcome to the land of Brassagou where the owners grow a mixture of old wheat in organic conversion. From these wheats, they make a stone-ground flour which they then transform into bread, brioche, biscuits...

Between Agen and Penne-d'Agenais, 18 km away from Pujols, you can find Frespech, a fortified village built on a rock. Enter the small town full of charm through the stone door in the city wall. Admire the beautiful 12th-century Romanesque church with its mighty square bell-tower, its round chevet and a roof covered with lauzes. Next to it, surrounded by the vestiges of the castle, a restaurant welcomes you if you would like to taste a typical cuisine from this region, using duck. The Foie gras and magrets that are served in this part of the citywall are dating from the 13th century and are produced at the farm of Souleilles, 3 km from Frespech.

Le Paradiso welcomes you in a family, friendly and festive atmosphere some evenings to make you discover an authentic and traditional cuisine.

In a predominately Provençal setting, where you can taste cuisine in the pure Southwestern tradition, using only the finest produce.

Jardin de Sauvagnas welcomes you in a warm and friendly environment where you will spend a pleasant moment. The chef serves you a traditional cuisine based on fresh products and home-made dishes.

A self-taught man of great talent, Michel Trama creates a contemporary and creative cuisine, with mixed dishes, enhanced with spices and herbs, classics pastiched with humor, a festival of flavors that never leaves you indifferent, come and discover them in our starred gastronomic restaurant You can also discover in our Relais et Châteaux Michel Trama, a country inn "La Poule d'Or" it is an authentic, friendly and generous cuisine that reminds us of the tastes and delights of our childhood in an exceptional setting where stone and wood are illuminated. For more information on the gastronomic restaurant Michel TRAMA or on the Auberge de La Poule d'Or, you can visit our website or follow our Facebook pages.

Come and visit the Auberge de la Poule d'Or, it is an authentic, friendly and generous cuisine that reminds us of the tastes and delights of our childhood. The signature of this gourmet invitation proposed by Michel Trama in the heart of the Relais et Châteaux Michel Trama located 52 rue royale, is located on the first floor of the former hunting lodge of Raymond VII in Puymirol. A gourmet invitation to which one can only give in, taking full advantage of an exceptional setting where stone and wood are illuminated, for a tête à tête or with friends at the table d'hôte. Come and discover our fricassees, our salmis, our quiches, our stews, our roasts, our pâtés and many other marvels such as the big cabbage with cream and caramel.

Located in the heart of the bastide, come and taste a large choice of pizzas to take away made with fresh products from local producers.

Wine bar and tapas, upon prior reservation By reservation from 7pm, the Orliac sisters can welcome you to their property to enjoy a magnificent view of the hillsides bordering the Garonne river. There you will taste tapas made with local products and wines of deliciousness and aromatic richness, often characterized by noble and chiselled tannins.

The Little Lake, the Garden of Paradise... Come and taste local meat and fish cooked over a wood fire in a peaceful setting by the water, in the shade of a magnificent willow tree. Outdoor summer restaurant open on sunny evenings (lunch from 20 people on reservation). It can also be privatized for your receptions, seminars ...

We have 2 restaurant rooms, one of which is mainly reserved for groups. We can also receive you for your work meetings; for your comfort this restaurant has a Wifi coverage. A large parking lot is at your disposal. Discover the quality of our reception, our services and our opening hours. Sandrine is at your disposal so that young and old spend a pleasant moment in her restaurant. A traditional cuisine, our seasonal products and our wine list will satisfy the most demanding taste buds!

Former lock keeper's house converted into an inn-restaurant with 2 air-conditioned guest rooms with shower, washbasin and toilet, overlooking the canal. The Auberge is located on the Canal des 2 Mers and the greenway linking Bordeaux to Sète. The covered canal-side terrace welcomes guests for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Lunchtime catering is designed to satisfy cyclists, tourists and locals alike, with an original cuisine based on fresh local produce of the highest quality. A friendly welcome and a "home from home" spirit guarantee an authentic stay for B&B guests. Evening meals are served on the lovely terrace. This year, our superbly equipped roulotte can also accommodate 2 people for a night or more!

Come and recharge your batteries in this pretty and entirely restored dovecote, perfect for a couple, located in between Dordogne and Gers, a few steps away from Agen. Detached but close to the owners' house, right out on a 100 ha farm (cereal, corn seeding, beet,...).

This charming 120 m² longère features a 30 m² terrace where you can enjoy your meals in the shade of century-old oak trees, to the soft sounds of cicadas and birdsong. On the ground floor, the house comprises a living area with wood-burning stove, a modern kitchen, a master suite with fireplace, shower room and a small nursery nearby. On the garden level, you'll find a bedroom (bed 160 or 2 x 80) with shower, direct access to the garden and swimming pool. Upstairs, a spacious attic bedroom (2 x 80 cm beds) with shower room. Private garden and orchard of approx. 3,000 m² (not enclosed); private, heated, secure swimming pool (11.5 x 5 m) set within a walled enclosure; 40 m² terrace, part of which is covered with a shade sail (table, chairs and barbecue). Private parking.

As soon as you park your car, the tone is set! You'll drive along the private heated swimming pool (8 m x 4 m) to reach the travertine terrace and its Mediterranean landscaped garden. Deckchairs, armchairs, a garden table and chairs in the shade of an oak tree are already waiting for you! This gite is the culmination of the renovation of the farm?s cribs. The high ceilings make for a bright and airy living room. It includes a living area with a wood-burning stove, and a kitchen opening onto the dining room table. A hallway leads to 2 bedrooms and an Italian-style shower room (PMR) and separate WC (PMR) (bedroom 1 - PMR: 160x200 with direct access to the terrace and pool; bedroom 2: 2 beds 90 x200cm). A third bedroom (king-size bed or 2 beds 90x200) with its own shower room.

Beautiful stone house with heated private swimming pool on 1000m² private grounds with barbecue, southwest-facing terrace with 25m² awning. Ground floor: living room, modern kitchen and sitting area with functional fireplace and pool view. On the ground floor, a master suite (1x160cm) with en-suite shower room opens directly onto the terrace and pool. Upstairs, a lounge/games room with TV, three bedrooms (one suite with shower room and 160cm bed; two bedrooms, each with two 90cm beds that can be moved closer together), separate WC and a shower room with WC. The imposing, monumental Chêne du Bourdiel is perhaps as old as the house itself. Its majesty, combined with the well-being of the surroundings, will give you a total change of scenery. With it, everything here immerses the occupant in a special atmosphere. Private parking.

In the south west of France, just off a winding country road near Agen you will find the hills of the Pay de Serres region. Hidden in the hills are dovecotes, beautiful views and typical country houses like the « Le Trinche » guest house which overlooks the green, rolling countryside. A totally independent rental with several floors and an airy, cosy interior but also extensive grounds and a private swimming pool with a magnificent view for a real change of scenery!

Come and recharge your batteries in the beautiful windmill of Conté, overlooking the Quercy plateau, a few steps away from Agen. Its sails will tell you all about its history and about the history of Clos de Conté, nearby Château de Cauzac. Tranquillity, rest and wide open spaces are guaranteed. You will be safe in good and windy weathers in the heights of the mill.

In the heart of the South-West, between Bordeaux and Toulouse, you will be under the spell of the "Jardins de Dourdé" and its serenity. On nearly 2ha, you will be able to walk on the sandstone of the two lakes: the lake on the West side where you can fish, and the lake on the East side with its waterfall. The heated swimming pool with its large beach to share with another gîte will bring you relaxation and exoticism. On two levels and located on the West side, this gîte offers you on the ground floor a large equipped kitchen, a living room with fireplace, and on the first floor, a bedroom (1x160) with bathroom (+ shower and toilet), a bedroom (1x140), a bedroom (1x90) and a shared shower room and toilet. Terrace under a canopy. Free Wifi. Sheets and towels, beds made up, cleaning at the end of the stay included. Water softener. Other semi-detached gîte not overlooked. Tourist tax to be p

In the heart of the South-West, between Bordeaux and Toulouse, you will be under the spell of the "Jardins de Dourdé" and its serenity. On nearly 2ha, you will be able to walk on the sandstone of the two lakes: the lake on the West side where you can fish, and the lake on the East side with its waterfall. The heated swimming pool with its large beach to share with another gîte will bring you relaxation and exoticism. On the 1st floor of the building on the East side, with its panoramic view, the gîte de l'Olivier will seduce you with its originality and its great comfort: large kitchen/dining room opening onto its rotunda-shaped terrace, living room, bathroom/wc and dressing room. On the 2nd floor, two bedrooms (2x90 and 1x160 with air conditioning). Water softener. Free Wifi. Sheets and towels, beds made. Cleaning at the end of the stay included. Other semi-detached gîte not overlooked.

In the heart of the South-West, between Bordeaux and Toulouse, 25mn from Agen, beautiful stone property typical of the Pays de Serres, in a landscape of meadows and woods. You will be charmed by the gite "Les Amoureux du lac" with its direct view on the lake. For swimming, the heated salt water swimming pool with its large beach of 170m² to be shared with two other gîtes (10mx5m) and its pool house of 36m² will bring you relaxation and exoticism. On the same level, independent and not overlooked, the 65m² gîte Les Amoureux du Lac will seduce you by its originality and its great comfort: a large living room of 40m² with a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, a TV lounge, from which you can admire the lake..., a bedroom with a 160cm bed, a dressing room and a bathroom with toilet. You can enjoy the terrace for your meals.