Brouqueyran, Gironde, Aquitaine

A loop through the countryside of Auros and its charming little villages.

Leaving Bazas, a pleasant footpath takes you to one of the eight most important natural sites in Gironde: Lac de la Prade, created in 1981 for irrigation purposes. "Les Balades à Roulettes® (BR®) are short, leisurely walks, with a baby carriage or small bike, or adapted for people with reduced mobility (in a wheelchair), offered by the Fédération Française de Randonnée de la Gironde".

The protected ornithological reserve of Lac de La Prade, 5 km from Bazas, is home to exceptional flora and fauna. Set amidst rolling hills, the immense reservoir provides a peaceful setting for birdwatching. A large colony of grey herons makes its home here, alongside pairs of great crested grebes. The lake's slopes are also one of Gironde's priority sites for dry orchid lawns. Fishing pontoons and picnic tables are available for walkers.

The Bazas - Castets and Castillon cycle route, an essential stage in the Tour de Gironde by bike, takes you either to the Entre-deux-Mers or to the South of Gironde. The landscapes it passes through are shaped on the one hand by mixed farming: wine, livestock and poultry farming, market gardening, cereals, wicker and tobacco, and on the other hand, by a rich natural and built heritage.

Departure is from the Bazas greenway towards Bernos-Beaulac, leading you to our iconic home of the Kings of Navarre: Château de Cazeneuve. After a visit to Queen Margot?s emblematic residence and some time under the park?s giant bamboo grove, it?s on to the refreshing gorges on the banks of the Ciron. This is an easy circuit, with a shady path running alongside the mythical river, a favorite with canoeists. The loop continues along fern-lined paths and back to the Cité jacquaire.

Departing from the beautiful Place de la Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste in Bazas, a former stopover on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, this loop takes you over gently undulating terrain to the the Château de Roquetaillade. The greenway occupies an old railroad line and winds through a landscape of pine trees and vineyards. All around you, the old tobacco drying sheds, the picturesque church of Le Nizan, Château Caillivet and its vineyard, and a circuit offering the most beautiful views of Château de Roquetaillade.

The Vézelay route enters the Gironde at the bridge of Sainte-Foy-la-Grande. Over a good hundred kilometres, through the vineyards of Entre-deux-Mers, then beyond La Réole, through the Bazadais to the entrance to the Landes de Gascogne forest, the pilgrim discovers territories steeped in history and a considerable Jacobean heritage.

The Vézelay route enters the Gironde at the bridge of Sainte-Foy-la-Grande. Over a good hundred kilometres, through the vineyards of Entre-deux-Mers, then beyond La Réole, through the Bazadais to the entrance to the Landes de Gascogne forest via Captieux, the pilgrim discovers territories steeped in history and a considerable Jacobean heritage.

Leaving Bazas, a pleasant footpath offers you the opportunity to discover one of the eight most important natural sites in the Gironde: the Lac de la Prade created in 1981 for irrigation purposes. From the first year of its creation, the ecological interests of the Lac de la Prade were quickly identified: the first nesting site in Aquitaine for a colony of grey herons, a privileged place for rare and protected bird species (crested grebe, osprey, etc.), the existence of a rich and diversified flora and a remarkable fauna. Embedded in the middle of the hills, in the heart of the Beuve valley, this artificial lake of about fifty hectares offers to the amateur a quiet zone favourable to ornithological observation and the discovery of a variety of fauna and flora species.

Whether you are a history buff or simply a lover of beautiful stones, Bazas invites you to discover it with the help of the proposed tour. Gardens, mansions, ramparts, fountains and other monuments will tell you the history of the city. Let your steps guide you to the cathedral and explore its many treasures.

L'Absolu welcomes you in an elegant and refined setting, in a natural and warm atmosphere. The chef proposes, among other specialities, fresh duck liver escalopes fried with pears, a grenadine of veal with the delights of the undergrowth, a crispy monkfish and scallops with turmeric ... In summer, an outdoor terrace can seat up to 50 people. A children's playroom, equipped with video surveillance, allows children to be watched from the restaurant rooms.

Located in Brannens, a small village nestled in the South Gironde countryside, our gite welcomes you for your stay with family or friends. Built in what used to be the village school, this gîte, restored in 2022, will offer you all the necessary comfort for your stay. It consists of a large entrance, a beautiful living room with kitchen, dining room and lounge, three bedrooms (two beds 160x200 and two beds 90x190), one of which has a small private bathroom, a bathroom with independent access and a toilet with hand wash also independent. The gite is equipped with a reversible air conditioning. To relax and enjoy the outside, you will have a large enclosed garden with terrace, green spaces, garden furniture and barbecue.

Feudal and Renaissance styles in one place! Listed as a Historic Monument, the Château de Castets-en-Dorthe, proudly set above the junction of the Garonne and the Canal des Deux Mers, offers an exceptional viewpoint The current buildings date from the 16th century but they rest on the foundations of a fortified place built in the 14th century by Guilhem de Goth, nephew of Pope Clement V. Henri IV stayed there in 1585.

Welcome to our home, welcome to your home. It is with great pleasure that we welcome you. This small village made up of four gîtes will be the ideal place for a stay as a couple, with family, friends or in a group where the intimacy of each is preserved and respected. Ideally located in a calm and peaceful environment in the heart of a wooded park near the river banks de Garonne, you will take advantage of your stay to recharge your batteries and enjoy the calm of the Girondine countryside while discovering our rich heritage, vineyards, as well as the river and all its beauty. Our village located at less than one kilometer will offer you all the conveniences. Adjacent to a second gîte, the Gîte Mérigon, entirely renovated inside in 2015, is composed of a living room with kitchen and dining area, two bedrooms with 1.40m and 2 beds 0.80m, living room opening onto a terrace. Shared wifi.

Welcome to our home, welcome to yours. We'd be delighted to welcome you to the Gîtes de la Carreyre. This small village of five cottages is the ideal place to stay for couples, families, friends or groups, where everyone's privacy is respected. Ideally situated in a quiet, peaceful setting in the heart of a wooded park close to the banks of the Garonne. Our village, less than a kilometer away, offers all amenities. Adjoining a second gîte, Gîte Mérigon, completely renovated inside in 2021, comprises a living room with kitchen, dining area and lounge opening onto a private terrace with garden furniture, a master bedroom (1 bed 140x190), a children's bedroom (2 beds 80x190), a shower room and a separate toilet. Gite equipped with air conditioning.

Take part in a guided walking tour of the walled medieval village of Saint-Macaire! You'll discover the architectural wealth of the merchants' houses, the market square, the ramparts, the fortified gates and the church of Saint-Sauveur, with its 14th-century murals depicting the Apocalypse, the Annunciation, Saint-Jacques le Majeur and Sainte-Catherine, among others. Visit in French only.

Welcome to our home. We would be delighted to welcome you to the Gîtes de la Carreyre. This small village of five gîtes is the ideal place to stay for couples, families, friends or groups. Ideally situated in a quiet, peaceful setting, in the heart of a wooded park close to the banks of the Garonne, you'll enjoy the peace and quiet of the Gironde countryside while discovering our rich heritage, winegrowing, and the river and all its beauty. Our village, less than a kilometer away, offers all amenities. Adjoining a second gîte, the fully-renovated Gîte Beuve comprises a living room with kitchen, dining area and lounge opening onto a private terrace with garden furniture, a master bedroom (1 bed 140), a children's bedroom (2 beds 80) and a separate shower room and toilet.

Welcome to our home. We would be delighted to welcome you to the Gîtes de la Carreyre. This small village of five gîtes is the ideal place to stay for couples, families, friends or groups. Ideally situated in a quiet, peaceful setting, in the heart of a wooded park close to the banks of the Garonne, you'll enjoy the peace and quiet of the Gironde countryside while discovering our rich heritage, winegrowing, and the river and all its beauty. Our village, less than a kilometer away, offers all amenities. Adjoining a second gîte, the fully-renovated Gîte Beaupomet comprises a living room with kitchen, dining area and lounge opening onto a private terrace with garden furniture, a master bedroom (1 bed 140), a children's bedroom (2 beds 80) and a separate shower room and toilet.

Ideally located in a quiet and peaceful environment at the in the heart of a wooded park near the banks of the Garonne, you will take advantage of your stay to recharge your batteries and enjoy the calm of the Girondine countryside while discovering our rich heritage, wine, as well as the river and all its beauty. Our village located at less than one kilometer will offer you all the conveniences. The Gîte Garonne, entirely renovated inside in 2016, is composed of a living room with kitchen, dining area and lounge opening onto a private terrace with garden furniture, shared wifi, two bedrooms each equipped with a double bed, a shower room and a separate toilet. Electric heating. Shared barbecue. Boulodrome. Tourist tax included. Possibility of cleaning option at the end of the stay (40 €).

Holiday rental located in the heart of nature for a change of scenery and total rest. It is a comfortable and cosy home made of natural materials (larch wood, felt and waterproof canvas). It is a traditional yurt of 35 m2 for 4 people which includes: a double bed or two single beds. For your convenience, a kitchen area, a space with shower and washbasins, separate toilet, garden furniture, barbecue and deckchair. Holiday rental located in the middle of nature for a change of scenery and a total rest. You can enjoy the swimming pool, table football and table tennis.

A bucolic place to stroll, the lake offers a remarkable setting for the diversity of its flora and fauna. A hiking trail, used by hikers and pilgrims of Compostela, allows you to discover its beauty.

The church dates from the 12th and 19th centuries. Its choir dates from the first Romanesque period, as can be seen outside the apse, held by thick buttresses. The arcaded bell tower, the stair tower and the porch date from the 19th century. A clever restoration since the year 2000 allowed it to obtain the award of the "fleurons du patrimoine" in the 2005 competition.

500 meters from the village of Auros, a 1.5 km path winds through a juniper forest, on a clay-limestone soil exposed to the south. About fifteen species of wild orchids grow on this dry grassland and make the originality of the site. The discovery trail is worth a detour in spring and early summer. A picnic area has been set up at the trailhead.

Shady picnic area 500 m from the village, located at the start of the Monco botanical trail.

The 13th century church was rebuilt by the Bordeaux architect Gustave Alaux in neo-gothic style in 1878. It preserves the 13th century dripstone walls that belonged to the former parish church. The church was also the chapel of the castle where the former barons of Auros were buried. In this church you can discover the 18th century wooden stall of the Father Abbot of Rivet.

Auros is a county town of the Bazadais, that is to say of the old diocese of Bazas, located on a height which dominates the valley of the Garonne to the south, equidistant from the three important cities of Langon, Bazas, La Réole of approximately 10 kilometers The stream of Beuve crosses the town adding its picturesque to the landscapes, by its valley sometimes steep, its role once was considerable because it operated several mills cereal, including two Auros. The village has a superb 13th century baronial castle, now transformed into a reception area for events, the Cistercian abbey of Rivet in the Beuve valley, small local heritage and the Monco path where various varieties of wild orchids flourish.

Rich of an incomparable historical heritage, the castle of Auros welcomes you for all your events. An authentic medieval house, it offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding countryside. The castle can organize your receptions from 40 to 250 people. 4 large rooms for receptions : Vineyard room 170 m², Castle room 120 m², Henri IV room 80 m², Orangery room 70 m² Exceptional exteriors for your cocktails, ceremonies and photos: courtyard of the castle, rose gardens, parks. Quality service providers will be recommended to you without being imposed on you. Numerous accommodation possibilities (up to 33 people): a guest house (for 8 people), four dormitories (for 15 people), three guest rooms (for 10 people).

Monco means "hot mountain" because the place is oriented to the south. The spring is abundant and provides water all year round. It fed one of the main wash houses of the village, which was used for centuries. In ruins, the wash-house was rebuilt identically in 1999.

This Romanesque church was rebuilt in the 15th century. The gabled bell tower with gallery is characteristic of the Bazadais. The church preserves polychrome frescoes restored in 1998.

This Romanesque church, dating from the 12th century, has a trefoil choir and its western portal has bare arches resting on fine columns. The western portal, classified as a Historic Monument, is very neat in its geometrical regularity. The building was extensively redesigned in 1856. The cemetery surrounds the church, as it used to be in the past.

L'Absolu welcomes you in an elegant and refined setting, in a natural and warm atmosphere. The chef proposes, among other specialities, fresh duck liver escalopes fried with pears, a grenadine of veal with the delights of the undergrowth, a crispy monkfish and scallops with turmeric ... In summer, an outdoor terrace can seat up to 50 people. A children's playroom, equipped with video surveillance, allows children to be watched from the restaurant rooms.

Located on the Place de la Cathédrale, B?uf Pop offers a warm welcome from Tuesday to Saturday lunchtimes, and on Friday and Saturday evenings. We offer contemporary cuisine based on a simple concept: fresh, homemade and local. Discover Bazadaise beef (tartare, grilled meat and burgers) from the Charrier butcher's shop, trout from the Ciron river, and seasonal vegetarian dishes. Make sure you reserve a table, especially at weekends. Heated terrace under the arcades in winter, with views of the Presidial and Hôtel de Ville.

Le Cochon Volant is a restaurant with a generous cuisine, prepared with fresh products. You have lunch or dinner in the dining room, on the terrace or in its winter garden at the back of the room. It proposes you in particular specialities of the South-West and tripe products.

La Maison Claude Darroze is located in the centre of Langon, in the heart of the prestigious Graves and Sauternes vineyards, 50 km from Bordeaux on the road to Toulouse. You will be won over by the charm and atmosphere of this establishment, set up in a former post office. Jean-Charles and Annelie Darroze are convinced that the emotion of a meal comes from a subtle alchemy between gastronomy, service and atmosphere. They have chosen to offer authentic, sincere and tasty cuisine and a warm and friendly welcome. Our aim is to delight your taste buds by placing the right product in the right season at the centre of the plate Through a cuisine that has been reinvented, our chef Yoann Amado and our teams continue to write the history of the Maison Darroze.

Quê Tôi means "my hometown" in Vietnamese. We offer a simple space, traditional Vietnamese dishes. In Asia, the best food is often sold on the sidewalk. People gather around small tables and sit on small stools to enjoy simple, fresh food prepared daily. This is our idea: a short menu, simple, light and very tasty dishes. The minimalist and modern Asian decor is ideal for work lunches, outings with friends and family meals.

"Here, we don't play, we have fun" Bowling: modern and for 50 people from 6 years old, we have bumpers for the little ones and projection on the lane in the evening Laser blade : game in a futuristic labyrinth : fluorescent lights, music and smoke immerse you in an electrifying universe Billiards: come and have a good time between amateur or experienced players, in a friendly atmosphere. For the adventurers, an Escape Room "Zoomanji", come and challenge the jungle. The arcade area: the best video and arcade games of the moment are waiting for you. Test your reflexes and your skill The Space bar welcomes you between your games.

At any time of the day, for lunch or a drink, take a break at Au Bureau. Au Bureau is an authentic and unique pub, with an Anglo-Saxon decor. You will find a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in all Au Bureau. Au Bureau sets the pace for your day, from breakfast to early morning: meals with friends, drinks, sports, music, dancing... you'll love spending time at Au Bureau!

At Copel, after the grocery store - cellar, opening of the Wine & Tapas Bar! The wine bar is located in one of the most beautiful houses in the village, a Carthusian monastery dating from the middle of the 19th century, during the 2nd Empire. The menu highlights local products and other original flavours, thanks to an eclectic choice of starters, platters and desserts, and offers the entire range of the cellar, a superb selection of French and European wines, including the full range of Xavier Copel's wines.

Grocery - wine cellar and bar! Chez Copel is housed in one of the village's most beautiful residences, a Carthusian monastery dating from the mid-19th century, 2nd Empire period. The cellar offers a wide selection of French and European wines, including the full range of Xavier Copel wines. The grocery offers a wide range of carefully selected local produce, much of it organic. Xavier Copel?s roots in the Lot region take pride of place, with farm produce from his cousin Cécile, confectionery from Rocamadour, chocolates from Padirac, honeys, olive oils, saffron and lavender from the Causses du Quercy? A wine bar offering tapas and homemade desserts is available in summer from June to September, on Friday and Saturday evenings. The premises can be privatized for your events and seminars.

On the banks of the Canal latéral à la Garonne, come and discover Ecluse 50. At any time of the day, on the spot or to take away you will find ice creams, pancakes, salads, chips and sausages. A large terrace welcomes you to rest or play board games which are at your disposal.

Nature refuge, woods and meadows, housing a spacious farmhouse between Langon and Bazas, in a remarkable biodiversity park. Main house totally restored with care, with 2 bedrooms (1 double and 1 twin), individual shower room, large living room and fully equipped kitchen. Child's bed and sofa bed on request. Large private pool, terraces, barbecue, lawn and parking. Perfect for a family wishing to enjoy the surrounding nature.

This 19th century country house is located on the upper part of the village, at the heart of Bazas region and is surrounded by a garden. Terrace and above ground swimming pool at your disposal from June till September. On the ground floor : lounge, dining room, 2 bedrooms (2 queensize beds), shower rooms/wc. On the first floor : 2 bedrooms (2 double beds), shower rooms/wc. 2 bikes at your disposal. Wifi available.

Located in Brannens, a small village nestled in the South Gironde countryside, our gite welcomes you for your stay with family or friends. Built in what used to be the village school, this gîte, restored in 2022, will offer you all the necessary comfort for your stay. It consists of a large entrance, a beautiful living room with kitchen, dining room and lounge, three bedrooms (two beds 160x200 and two beds 90x190), one of which has a small private bathroom, a bathroom with independent access and a toilet with hand wash also independent. The gite is equipped with a reversible air conditioning. To relax and enjoy the outside, you will have a large enclosed garden with terrace, green spaces, garden furniture and barbecue.

Sylvie and Alain welcome you to their winery to introduce you to the Graves appellation, local products and the South Gironde region.

Between the Graves and Sauternes vineyards to the north and the Landes de Gascogne Regional Nature Park to the south, Bazas has a very rich architectural heritage. Located near the historic heart of the city, this service area will allow you to make a short stop, the time to discover the treasures of the city including the Cathedral Saint-Jean Baptiste classified as a Historic Monument and World Heritage by UNESCO. The terminal is frost-free during the winter period.

In the heart of the South Gironde, its vineyards, its castles, at 1h15 from the Bassin d'Arcachon and the beautiful ocean beaches, Sylvie and Walter warmly welcome you with 3 charming rooms in an old farmhouse and dryer renovated with passion, on the edge of the Golf des Graves and Sauternes. All with their own independent entrance, the rooms "Charme", "Bohème Chic" and "Océan" are unique and very pleasant to live in.

Dedicated to travel and nature lovers, Domaine EcÔtelia offers unusual stays to discover the 5 continents. The Domaine EcÔtelia brings together unusual accommodations from the 4 corners of the globe: tree houses, cottages with spa, Mongolian yurts, wine trailers and much more? Discover 10 different types of accommodation, all designed to respect the ecology and authenticity of their continent of origin. Treat yourself to a magical, timeless interlude with your partner, family or friends, and enjoy a unique experience in France. During your stay, you'll be able to unwind by the side of a natural pool, enjoy a moment of relaxation in our wellness area (sauna, hammam, solarium...), stroll through the forest, or take advantage of a vast meadow.

The new owners welcome you to this magnificent historic building in the heart of the city of Bazad, a stone's throw from the Cathedral of Saint Jean-Baptiste. You'll discover fully renovated, warm and comfortable rooms. Free parking opposite the hotel and optional breakfast. Bikes are also welcome. A little extra: come and discover our coworking and business space.

Wandering along the paths through the grounds with their century-old trees, you will readily understand the aim of the proprietors : to make this a little corner of paradise where you can get away from it all and enjoy yourself. Aquatic centre with indoor, beated swimming pool with counter-current, massage shower. Ten-pin bowling, billiard room,....