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Unveil charms of Castillon-saves, Gers

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Don't miss a journey along the country roads that wind through vineyards and quaint villages, offering breathtaking panoramas. With its local festivals and events, such as farmers' markets and traditional festivities, Castillon-saves invites you to live an authentic Gers experience.

In sum, Castillon-saves is far more than a mere locality in Gers; it is the ideal starting point for a rich and varied exploration of deep French culture.">Nestled in the heart of Midi-Pyrénées, Castillon-saves is a charming village brimming with historical and natural wealth. For nature lovers, the rolling landscapes of Gers provide an idyllic backdrop for hikes and walks. Nearby, the Pyrenees Ariégeoises Regional Natural Park offers a serene escape for eager explorers.

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Walking around Castillon-saves

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Sentier a p'Art
24 km

Sentier a p'Art

Works of art are installed in the middle of nature, on a hiking trail, for the pleasure of young and old curious. This walk invites you to take a close and artistic look at the natural environment. The artistic creation was entrusted to Coline Vergez, a local artist already well known in Simorre. His reflection on rural art and environmental concerns lead him to work with local artists and artisans for the realization of his 5 works and the signage of the course, using sustainable materials and/ or recovery. Collaborations: Jean-Michel Carcy, ironman of art in Seissan realized the arrows, Kriss Fabr'Hic, artisan of art recycler in Biran created the birds, Crhistophe Moine "Xof" recuperist diverter has realized the "Cycloraptosaurus", Aliénor Rajade glass artist in Simorre has realized "Insects in light", Jeff Cervera, cabinetmaker in Simorre has directed "La Pause des deux horizons", Stéphane Vincent carpenter of marine in Simorre, has realized "L'oeil du cocon", Juju and Dédé (MH Services) in l'Isle-en-Dodon have realized "The flight of flavors". A dossier "under the magnifying glass" gives you all the details about the artists, as well as the small exhibition presented in the tourist information office of Simorre. Discover or rediscover the p'Art trail with a series of audio guides. Along the trail, discover the explanations of Coline Vergez, the creator of the trail. Get on the trail using the materials available at the tourist information offices of Gimont and Simorre and flash the QR code of the document as you go. The audio files are also available for online listening on our website. Starting point at the car park of the railway in Simorre Distance: 4 km (walking time 1h-1h30) Detailed file on the Path to p'Art available at the Tourist Office Coteaux Arrats Gimone.

2 h
4.6 km
Very easy
Parking du Foirail 32420 Simorre
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The Garonne trail - PR1
49 km

The Garonne trail - PR1

Departure and parking: Town Hall Square THE TRAIL STEP BY STEP 1. Walk along the square to the left (church side) then turn left. Take the Allée des Platanes for 150m. Follow the footpath on the right. At the roundabout, turn right and continue for 300m. 2. Join the RD813, turn left, cross the pedestrian crossing and take the direction of RD51 for 180m. Arrive at a fork and turn right for 970m. 3. Take a footbridge and turn left. Follow the Lateral Canal for 685m. Take the canal bridge and continue straight for 520m. Turn right and follow for 875m. Turn left on the dirt road for 400m. 4. At the intersection, turn left for 150m, then take the dirt road to the right for 600m. (Alternative: turn right for 400m to go to the forest). Turn left for 1.675km. 5. At the intersection with the RD813, take the pedestrian crossing and walk for 160m along the road then go towards the municipal stadium on the right. Go around the stadium on the paved road. At the “Stop” sign, turn left for 70m. After the Calvary, turn right for 220m and take the dirt road below. 6. Cross the stream by the bridge and follow the La Mouline stream for 830m. Then take the footbridge and follow the Méric stream for 600m. At the intersection with a bridge and the road, turn left and drive 770m towards the Garonne. 7. On the left, follow the banks of the Garonne for 2.3 km. 8. At the intersection, turn right on the paved road for 500m, then left. 9. Go up 1.45km. 10. Turn left towards Lac de Mailliol, then turn right and go up the path. 11. Go up 300m, then turn left. Drive 200m then follow the lake for 300m. Take the path on the left and walk along the wall of the cemetery. 5 PRACTICAL INFORMATION Distance: 17.2km Duration: 3h30 Difficulty: Easy TO SEE NEARBY Canal lateral to the Garonne, plain and banks of the Garonne, lakes Maillol and St-Julien

4 h
18 km
Place de la Mairie 82700 Escatalens
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PR1 - The loop of the village by the banks
52 km

PR1 - The loop of the village by the banks

Departure and parking: village square 1. Turn your back on the canal and head towards Montbeton. 2. Take the Montbeton road for 250m then cross the roundabout which marks the exit from the village. Take the Chemin de Vaysseillié slightly to the right. Then, follow the stream and cross the wooden footbridge. 3. Turn immediately right and take the Chemin de Tuc. Follow the path for 700m. 4. Turn left and take Chemin de Piliers for only 140m. 5. At the first crossroads, turn right onto Chemin de Mortarieu. 6. After 220m, there is a small footbridge on the right. For a shorter walk, cross the footbridge. For a longer walk, continue on the Chemin de Mortarieu. 7. After 970m, take the chemin de Noalhac and reach the Canal bridge. 7 (long). Pass the briquette bridge then join the canal by the towpath for 950m. 8. Cross the bridge and join the canal by the towpath on the right. 8 (long). Cross the canal to join the towpath on the right. 9. Go along the canal for 1.25 km. Continue towards the village crossing the canal bridge. 9 (long). Follow this path for 2.125 km to return to the starting point. 10. To continue towards the forest of Agre, continue straight towards the stadium. 10 (long). After 900m, pass under the highway bridge, turn left and follow the path. PRACTICAL INFORMATION Short route: 5.63km Long route: 6.825km Short duration: 2h Long duration: 2h30 Difficulty: easy TO SEE ON THE ROAD Agre national forest, banks of the canal

3 h
7.9 km
Place du village 82290 Lacourt-Saint-Pierre
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What to do in Castillon-saves

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Village of Simorre
24 km

Village of Simorre

A charming village, with its fortified church, its old central market hall, its museum, its half-timbered and corbelled houses, its foirail and shady squares that invite you to visit. Simorre surprises and amazes. The atmosphere of this small village is pleasant, as are the friendly musical nights in the square opposite the Bouche à Oreille. A little history: The village's picturesque narrow streets are particularly striking for their impressive fortified church, which rises up between the roofs of the houses and gives the impression of taking a trip back to the heart of the Middle Ages. After a devastating fire in 1141, the village, formerly the capital of Astarac, was rebuilt around the abbey, and the whole complex was fortified in the 12th century. To resist the Count of Astarac, the abbots constantly improved their abbey, which was given a cloister, an octagonal bell tower and extended to the west. The Abbey Church, an architectural jewel: A masterpiece of brickwork lost in the Astarac of stone. Dedicated to Notre Dame, it was built on the site of the previous church, which may have extended further west, as work carried out in 1900 uncovered remains of the construction in the extension of the current nave. Major restoration work was carried out between 1844 and 1858 under the direction of Viollet-le-Duc. The roof, which covered the walls, was lowered so that it rested directly on the vaults, and a crenellation was built around the building. ‘Simorre, a slow and committed commune! It belongs to the network of the national Cittaslow label’.

32420 Simorre
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Notre-Dame Abbey Church
24 km

Notre-Dame Abbey Church

The Church of Simorre is a 14th-century abbey church built on a 5th-century oratory created by Cérats, who became the patron saint of Simorre. This church was linked to the Benedictine abbey, which has now completely disappeared. Built in the shape of a Latin cross, it has an octagonal tower at the junction of the nave and transept, which should have been a bell tower like Lombez cathedral. The nave has only two and a half bays and is finished off by a stone wall. Almost the entire building is in pink brick. The stained glass windows are remarkable for their age, colour and design (14th, 15th and 16th centuries). The 16th-century choir stalls have beautiful and moving sculpted details, particularly on the cheeks. In 1964, during restoration work in the sacristy, some very fine 14th-century wall paintings were discovered. Today, you can admire many religious objects, both simple and sumptuous, dating from the 17th and 18th centuries. There are 4 statues to admire: a wooden piéta from the early 8th century, a stone piéta from the 7th century, a statue of St Cérats from the 15th century and a processional cross from the 14th century. In the 19th century, Violet le Duc undertook the restoration of the building, changing its appearance and transforming it into a fortified church. A document with historic details is available inside as well as signs on the walls. An audio tour in French has been recorded and is available in the church.

32420 Simorre
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Artistic Structures with Vegetable Use
24 km

Artistic Structures with Vegetable Use

This artistic project was born out of the desire of the ‘Food’ collective of the Bouche A Oreille cooperative to bring art to the ‘village kitchen garden’. The idea was not just to bring gardeners, villagers and visitors into contact with artistic works, but for them to be a vehicle for questioning and reflecting on the environment in which they are displayed: the kitchen garden. The artistic work of Coline Vergez, scenographer, is always a witness to the environment in which it takes place. She seeks to highlight and question it, while integrating her pieces within it. In this way, the works fit into a logic of harmony between materials, images that make sense and/or their utility. She created her first work ‘MMMMH!’ in the village of Simorre, as well as 5 ½uvres that make up the Sentier à p'Art - a 4km walking trail starting from Simorre based on the principle of Land'Art. ‘In this project, I want to remain faithful to this way of working and propose works that are fully integrated into the intention of the vegetable garden; that respect its gesture, reveal it and serve it. My artistic approach is intended to be accessible to everyone, in a language that is clear and easy to understand, and that does not compartmentalise. I want to speak to everyone and I want my work to speak to everyone". A little corner of the kitchen or...behind the scenes of life. This first work, installed in May 2020, highlights a central element of the kitchen that plays as essential a role in the processing of food as it does in that of the people who live there: its table. ‘I chose it for its most basic function. It's the heart of the kitchen, the place where food is cut and chopped, de-boned, sorted, cleaned, weighed, pressed... The place where food becomes a meal. But it's also the place where people reveal themselves, alone or to each other. I love the idea that a single edge of the kitchen table could have witnessed the birth of love, the passing of culinary or family secrets, the tearing apart of people, the making of major decisions, the creation of projects, the growth of children, the sharing of desires... No matter how insignificant, this little corner of the table works on living things, transforms them and makes them evolve. Its scale has been enlarged to emphasise its importance, but also to make it a useful structure in the vegetable garden. Both the chair and the table can accommodate climbing plants and cucurbits, and their heights allow the gardener to pick fruit with ease, while creating a shady spot in summer. In winter, the table is covered in strips of woollen fabric coloured with plants from the garden or picked nearby. Artistic structures for kitchen use. Un petit coin de cuisine ou...les coulisses de la vie’ is part of an overall concept that will see other installations created in the same spirit. The idea is that each artistic installation should be made up of three essential elements: it should provoke questioning, it should be useful and it should be legible. These elements will be developed in different ways for each piece. In this context, Coline's work will question what is not visible to the naked eye: the purpose of market gardening (for what purpose do we cultivate, how do we transform what grows there, what is the future of what we create there? etc.) or will highlight the invisible but essential players in the life of the vegetable garden (its microcosm: earthworm, beetle, lucanus, dragonfly, etc.). The works will all have a real function within the garden, whether in the gardening process, in providing amenities for native flora or fauna, or in improving the living spaces for gardeners or visitors. This work will be aimed at a lay audience and is intended to speak to everyone. Each person will interpret the works in their own way, depending on who they are and what their artistic background is, but the creations will use a very direct and clear visual language. To facilitate this, humour and paradox will be used to demystify art and make it accessible to everyone.

Place de la mairie 32420 Simorre
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Bouche a Oreille kitchen garden
24 km

Bouche a Oreille kitchen garden

You can visit the vegetable garden at Le Bouche à Oreille restaurant, to the delight of young and old alike! Le Bouche à Oreille (‘BAO’ for those who are used to it) is a SCIC, a not-for-profit structure, bringing together more than 120 cooperators around 4 colleges: 1- Food, from the vegetable garden to the plate. 2- Culture and popular education. 3- Development of local economic initiatives. 4- Ethics and transmission, which drives the project's democracy. In addition to delicious meals and cultural events throughout the year, Le Bouche à Oreille has created its own vegetable garden in the village of Simorre. Situated along the footpaths, the kitchen garden is open to the public and allows visitors to discover the many and varied vegetables, herbs and edible flowers that have been carefully cultivated to create the sublime menus proposed by chef Séverine. The kitchen garden is accessible by a few wooden steps from a footpath, and is open to the curious. The names and varieties of the plants are listed on small slates that sometimes reveal surprises. Take your time on site, as wooden chairs and tables have been set up for resting, picnicking, chatting, watching the frogs or admiring the portraits of the women vegetable gardeners! The ‘Structure artistique à utilité potagère’ project was born out of a desire on the part of the BAO's ‘Alimentation’ collective to bring art to the ‘village kitchen garden’. The idea was not just to bring gardeners, villagers and visitors into contact with artistic works, but to use them as a vehicle for questioning and reflecting on the environment in which they live: the vegetable garden. Trained as a scenographer, Coline Vergez's artistic work always bears witness to the environment in which it is set. She seeks to highlight and question it, while integrating her pieces within it. In this way, the works fit into a logic of harmony between materials, in images that make sense and/or in their utility. The first work, ‘Un petit coin de cuisine ou...les coulisses de la vie’, is part of an overall concept that will see other installations created in the same spirit. Coline Vergez has also created an installation in the heart of the village and, in 2019, the ‘Sentier à p'Art’, a 4km walking trail made up of 5 works based on the principle of Land'Art, starting in Simorre. To get to the kitchen garden, ask for directions at the Bouche à Oreille in the village square, or from the Foirail car park, follow the signposted footpaths and the artistic signposts of the Sentier à p'Art to find the kitchen garden (100m on your left).

32420 Simorre
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Tented lodges at Camping Le Lomagnol
35 km

Tented lodges at Camping Le Lomagnol

The lodge tents at our campsite are the ideal retreat for travellers looking for an authentic, comfortable experience in the heart of nature. The ideal place to relax and recharge your batteries. Welcome to Le Lomagnol campsite, located in the village of Beaumont-de-Lomagne. Our campsite invites you to discover a unique glamping experience in our superb lodge tents overlooking the lake. You'll love the warm atmosphere inside. Each tent has been meticulously designed to combine modern comfort with a traditional camping atmosphere. Each lodge tent has a kitchenette (fridge, 2-burner induction hob, coffee maker, kettle, crockery), table and chairs, sofa. There are also 2 bedrooms with comfortable beds for a good night's sleep. You can also enjoy your meals outside on your private terrace, surrounded by the beauty of the surrounding countryside. The nearby sanitary facilities offer all the comfort you need (showers, toilets, washbasins, etc.). In addition to the comfort of your lodge tent, Le Lomagnol campsite offers a full range of services and facilities: - July / August: Swimming pool, paddling pool, children's pool, 4 waterslides, Aquapark, all supervised by lifeguards. Paddle, Canoe. Drinks, ice creams, pancakes, waffles, fast food. Site supervised at night. Lots of entertainment for all and themed evenings. - All year round: Fishing (for carp anglers: see rates and conditions), signposted footpaths, mini-golf, petanque area, fitness trail around the lake, multi-sports pitch, trampoline, homeball, table tennis, table football, beach volleyball pitch, play area with slides, swings, spider, loan of board games, etc. Whether you're looking for a romantic weekend away or a family holiday, our tented lodges offer a unique experience combining comfort and nature.

Avenue du Lac 82500 Beaumont-de-Lomagne
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