Discover Houeilles, Lot-et-Garonne in Aquitaine

From the rest area, popular with motorists on their way to Spain, this loop takes you along the tracks of the old Casteljaloux / Mont-de-Marsan railway line, into the Pompogne forest.

Houeillès comes from the name "Foalh" which means "green branch of pine", used to fight fire in the woods. The country of Lugues, already mentioned in documents of the 14th century, corresponds to the limits of the current canton.

On this route you will not leave the Landes de Gascogne forest, apparently flat and monotonous, but really more diverse than you would expect. Houeillès and its fortified church, the site of the chapel of Gouts, Pompogne and its church with a pine-topped bell tower, the fortified church of Fargues-sur-Ourbise, the bastide of Durance, so many listed sites to discover!

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.

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.

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.

The landscape of the forest shows two types of break: the flush cut and then the young plantations, and the islands of agricultural cultivation such as that of Fargues-sur-Ourbise, with cereals, vines and market gardening.

History, fires and natural disasters have changed the appearance of this massif several times. The pine and the red oak have replaced the cork oak, but there are still various natural areas.

The centre of La Taillade and its surroundings offer the ingredients for a successful holiday. On foot or by mountain bike, this circuit, marked out by the churches of Beyrac and Couthures, invites you to travel through varied landscapes.

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.

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 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.

In the heart of the Gascony Landes region, in New Aquitaine, the "Sous les Pins" (Under The Pines) guest house is located next to Casteljaloux lake and its casino, ideal for young and old on the look out for a variety of different activities (recreational hiking (geocaching), treeclimbing, swimming, golf, beach volley, ....). You will just love this rental in a large house including 4 rooms on the 1st floor with a balcony/terrace and a view of the pine forest, the 8.5-acre enclosed grounds and the fenced-in swimming pool with two pools, a picnic area, ping-pong, French boules playing area, volleyball.....

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.

Between soil, forest, thermal baths and Gascon character, Casteljaloux is a city with a generous dynamism. La Casa Del'Jaloux is a cozy nest in the heart of the spa town, on the road to the lake: this single-story apartment is ideal for a couple, a small family or friends. It offers a living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area (sofa bed for 2), a bedroom (bed 180) and a bathroom with toilet. Sheets and towels included, beds made. Tourist tax. Thermoludic center, the lake of Clarens, a 17ha lake in the heart of a 130ha wooded area (swimming, fishing, water activities, horse riding, 18 holes golf, tree climbing), casino and summer Olympic swimming pool (3 pools). Numerous hikes under the pine trees. Greenway linking Marmande to Pindères (Center Parcs).

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).

The establishment, with an elegant and refined atmosphere, is composed of 10 spacious rooms, great comfort and also 12 villas (from T2 to T4) fully furnished. A spa is at the disposal of the guests, with free access. The establishment has a secure car park and a seminar room "Le Huit Clos". On the restaurant side, the Vieille Auberge, a Casteljalousain institution, welcomes you to the hotel complex. The spirit remains the same, and the whole team will welcome you in a warm and friendly setting, with a pretty terrace overlooking the garden.

On the edge of the Landes forest, close to the town centre of Casteljaloux, this pleasant villa is located 5mn walk from the spa centre, in a quiet residential area. Single-storey house for 5 people comprising 3 bedrooms (1x140, 1x 2 beds 90 close together and 1x90), surrounded by a 600m² fenced garden and including a private terrace with garden furniture. For parking, a car park (shared with the owners' son) is at your disposal. Namely: presence of a small unprotected fountain basin. The accommodation is equipped with a wifi connection.

Situated in the heart of the most wooded region in Europe, the medieval town of Houeillès has long since oriented its economic activity towards forestry. The Landes forest borders the town with its maritime pines and offers visitors superb landscapes. Crossed by a few streams and lakes, the Landes plateau remains the land of sand and pine. In the 12th century, religious conflicts led to the construction of the fortified church of Notre-Dame de Houeillès, in the heart of the town, to protect the inhabitants in case of attack. It is equipped with defensive elements typical of fortified castles: very narrow windows, a machicolated entrance door, and a bell tower that looks like a keep. The church, classified as a Historic Monument, also has a nave covered with an open starry vault, which brings some light inside the building.

To furnish your free time while cultivating and entertaining yourself, come and meet us at the municipal library where you will be welcomed and advised, whatever your age and literary tastes.

On the outskirts of Casteljaloux, Ferme du Ciron offers a whole world of aquatic flavors from its specialties: fresh fish (gutted, fillets, steaks), oak-smoked fish (sliced or whole), jarred fish (terrines, crumbles, trout spreads). The farm is certified "Artisan Producer of Quality" by the Collège Culinaire de France and "Aquaculture de nos régions".

Welcome to Pompogne, a small village located in the heart of the forest of the moors of Gascony. This town is marked by its troubled medieval past. Indeed, in the 12th century, the village was fortified to protect its inhabitants from invasions. But unlike the many bastides in the region, Pompogne does not have the protection of a fortified castle. It is the church which then becomes the safest place for the villagers. Built in the heart of the village, in the 9th and 16th centuries, the church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste is a Gothic style building, and has a very refined heart. The capitals and keystones of the church are decorated with representations of fantastic animals. In particular, there is a lamb, symbolizing the sacrifice of Christ, surmounted by a hand or the inscription Jesus.

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".

This centre offers a variety of activities, such as horse riding, an orienteering course, blowguns, mountain biking, motorised bicycles, hiking routes, guided forest walks and animal watching. Accommodation and meals are available on site by reservation: ask for the events organisation team.

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.

The Lagrange priory in Durance is private property. This monument, classified as a historical monument, was built by a community of Premonstratensian monks in 1220. Adjacent to the fortified dwelling, the chapel has an exceptionally well-preserved mural painting decoration dating from the 1340s. The association "Les amis du prieuré de Lagrange", founded in 2014, aims to contribute to the restoration, safeguarding and enhancement of the monument by organizing visits and events.

An exemplary site dedicated to raising public awareness. On these 34 hectares, located in the immediate vicinity of Center Parcs "Landes de Gascogne", a preservation, restoration and development plan has been designed to renaturalize the areas and offer a glimpse of exceptional environments. Key actions include - restoration of the megaphorbia - enhancement of a one-hectare clearing - a 2.8 km trail, the majority of which will be accessible to people with reduced mobility, with 15 interpretation stations

High tourist site in the East of France, the Lake of Clarens (17,4ha) has all the necessary assets to delight the experienced fisherman or beginner and to occupy young and old: accrobranche, aquatic park with inflatable structures, swimming, pedal boats and of course fishing... The site is ideal to live his passion: fishing all year long (2nd cat.), trophy carnivores, white fish in abundance, night carp course, float-tube fishing, pontoon accessible to people with reduced mobility (PMR) and fishermen's shelter. A spa town, Casteljaloux has a casino and a restaurant on site. The lake is also surrounded by lodgings with the "Fishing Lodging" label, allowing the reception of fishermen with adapted facilities. Between clear sandy beaches and fragrant pine forests, the pleasures of activities at Clarens Lake can be enjoyed alone or with friends and family!

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.

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

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.

Regional specialities. Banquets, reunions, christenings, weddings...

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.

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.

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!

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.

The restaurant, located just a stone's throw from the centre of Casteljaloux, offers traditional cuisine revisited with touches of modernity in a pleasant and refined setting.

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.

Free municipal area under the trees, quiet with shops nearby. Turkish toilet and drinking water taps.

Situated 15 km south of Casteljaloux, at the gateway to the Landes forest, the 9 single-storey gîtes are all equipped with 2 bedrooms (1 bed 140, 2 beds 90 and the possibility of an extra bed), have wifi access, and offer free access to the municipal swimming pool (July-August) and tennis courts.

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.

Pompogne immediately evokes the smells of the Landes pine tree forest. 3 gites in a clearing just outside the village, totally independent, airy, functional and comfortable. The cosy furniture is of course made of pine wood!

Pompogne immediately evokes the smells of the Landes pine tree forest. 3 gites in a clearing just outside the village, totally independent, airy, functional and comfortable. The cosy furniture is of course made of pine wood!

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.

Between Bordeaux and Toulouse, in the heart of the Landes forest, a stone's throw from the spa town of Casteljaloux, the gîte L'Orée des Landes is a house dating from the 80s, adjoining the owners. With a surface area of 84m², it is located on the edge of a country road, not very busy, and is equipped for 4 people. Upstairs on the mezzanine 1 spacious bedroom of 30m² with a double bed of 180x190 convertible into 2 beds of 90x190, and a convertible bed for 2 persons. You have at your disposal the enclosed garden of 1400m² with garden furniture, deckchairs and private barbecue. Sheets, towels and household linen are included in the price. Free wifi internet access. Car parking or garage available.

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

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!