Camping du Lac de Lislebonne: Escape to Reaup-lisse

After a train journey from Nérac to Mézin, we suggest that you return via the hiking trails that run along the edge of the Landes forest. You will walk through portions of different loops and may cross paths with pilgrims on their way to Compostela between Mézin and Cauderoue.

From Réaup to Lisse, associated communes, this long hike will make you discover, from some viewpoints at the edge of the massif, the different species of the Landes forest: oaks, cork oaks, pines... The natural resources of Réaup make it a village of workers, but above all of gemmakers and lumberjacks organized in a "mutual aid society" since the 19th century. Along this route, you will see the castle and the chapel of Lisse, its parish church and those of Réaup and Cieuse. You will also pass by many pigeon houses and not far from the lake of Lislebonne situated in the heart of an oak forest which, with its leisure centre, welcomes many tourists.

To capture the spirit of this small country reminiscent of Italy, this itinerary offers low-angle views of Poudenas from the Gélise, and panoramic images as you pass over the hillsides. The village is located on the northern slope of the Gélise valley, on the border between Armagnac and the Gascony forest. Over the centuries, it was built around its castle, built in the 13th century, to control the valley, then it developed on the slope down to the river. Butcheries were established in the 19th century and continued until the 20th century. The economy of Poudenas is based primarily on its pine forests and vineyards of Armagnac. The wheat mill of Poudenas also visible on this circuit was built in the 16th century on the banks of the Gélise.

Mézin is a stage of the GR®6543, the way of St-Jacques-de-Compostelle, via Vézelay. A stone statue of a pilgrim with his attributes is visible in the church. Below the church, in the Rue Cauzimis, a museum tells the saga of a family of cork makers from 1906 to the present day, in the company of Jules and his grandfather. After 4 km on the old railway line linking Agen to Mont-de-Marsan, your eyes will be drawn to the site of Poudenas. From the Romanesque bridge and the old post office, you will climb towards the church and the castle which was the former residence of the lords of Poudenas. Built in the 13th century, it was modified in the 17th century, evoking southern architecture. Sandy tracks cross the forest to the church of Cieuse. At the top of the Lasalle hill, a 180° panorama. The last ascent, gradually spreads out from the bridge over the Gélise to the medieval town.

From the landscaped gardens, which present the 11 villages of the territory, this small circuit will take you to the hill of Gagnet equipped with an orientation table, then through the medieval streets of the village and to the cork and stopper museum.

To the west, beyond the Gélise, begins the Landes forest, once planted with cork oaks, today with well-ordered pines To the east, on the slopes of Gascony, the vineyards of Armagnac Ténarèze ripen. Centuries-old trees and chapels, villages of character and castles can be discovered along the small roads, between woods and clearings.

On the first part of this tour, you will accompany the pilgrims on their way to Compostela. At the heart of this loop, you can reach the church of Trignan (12th and 13th centuries), which was an ancient stopover for pilgrims.

From Lisse, Réaup's annexed town hall, to the hamlets of Rey and Pichanet, discover the margins of the largest forest in Europe, bordered by the Gélise.

This small loop, mostly on shady paths, offers narrow views of the village of Andiran, the castles of Lisse and Horton, etc.

Crossing the Gélise river towards the Landes sands, enjoying the view of the Horton or Lisse castles, stopping at the Sainte-Catherine mill and passing over the Romanesque bridge of Mesplet, or strolling through the streets of Andiran, this is what this circuit offers you around the small village crossed by the Auroue river. The village grew up around the castle and the parish church, where you can still see the remains of the fortifications dating from the medieval period Located in a region with a rich heritage, but also in the heart of a pleasant natural setting, Andiran is the starting point for many leisure activities, and is ideal for hiking.

House, garden and swimming pool totally private and independent where calm and tranquility reign. Located on a domain of more than 100 ha in the Landes forest, you have a closed garden of 2500 m², with activities on the spot for all tastes: a swimming pool of 8m x 4m, portico, petanque possible and a large green space for the children, garden furniture and corner relaxation. This lodging has on the first floor 2 bedrooms (2 beds in 160), a shower room, WC, a living room with fireplace, TV and a kitchen / dining room, all in a very modern style. On the first floor, 3 bedrooms (2 beds 90 and 2 beds 160), a bathroom (shower and WC) and an alcove with a study, relaxation and games for children. Heating in addition in off season. Access road to the property 1,1km. Extra charge for made up beds on arrival. Sheets included for a minimum stay of 7 nights.

On the borders of the Lot-et-Garonne, the Gers and the Landes, it is on an old family farm of the XVIIIth century with its equestrian center on the spot, that this house of 150m ², and its closed privative swimming pool (12x6m, prof up to 2.50m) opened from June till September, will allow you to gather in family or between friends. On the edge of the Landes forest, you have a 3000m² enclosed garden with covered terraces, surrounded by meadows with horses, you will also see the Pyrenees and admire the sunset... The independent gîte has 3 bedrooms (1x160, 1x140, 2x 90) on the ground floor, a shower room, WC, a living room, a kitchen and a lounge/dining room, wood stove, TV. On the first floor, 2 bedrooms (2x160), a shower room, a toilet, an office or relaxation area and games for the children. Additional heating in the low season. Internet access.

On the borders of the Albret, on the edge of the Landes forest, dominating a landscape of hillsides covered with vineyards and cereal crops, Hillon offers you the blue fringe of the Pyrenees on a clear day. An old XIXth century farmhouse, the Planéra gîte takes its name from a majestic hundred-year-old tree standing in front of its facade (a Siberian Abalone).

On the borders of the Albret, on the edge of the Landes forest, dominating a landscape of hillsides covered with vineyards and cereal crops, Hillon offers you the blue fringe of the Pyrenees on a clear day. An old farmhouse from the 19th century, the Suriers gîte takes its name from a tree, the cork oak.

The gîte Chez Simone located in Réaup has a garden. Agen is 36 km away. Free private parking is available on site. This vacation home features 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a bathroom with a shower. Its kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher and a microwave. For added convenience, the property can provide bed linen for an additional fee. Guests can enjoy a terrace on site.

At the edge of the Gers and the Landes forest, the village of Réaup shelters a house of architect nestled in a park of one hectare. The terrace overlooking the pool will allow you to spend pleasant moments. In a romantic setting, the master suite on the first floor (garden) will offer you a view on the secured swimming pool. The suite consists of a bedroom and a library / living room with television, which can if necessary, accommodate two more people on a comfortable sofa bed. The bathroom with separate toilet completes this suite with private entrance.

New for 2020. At the gateway to the moors and the Gers, 13 km from Nérac, 7 km from Fourcès, south of Agen, the farm "d'Haouas" is located in the commune of Mézin. We will welcome you in a green and calm setting. You will be under the charm of the old building, all surrounded by 2 hectares. All shops and services 1 km away in Mézin, a medieval village (cork museum, swimming pool, theatre, entertainment etc ). On the way to Compostela GR654, many hikes are offered to you. Fishing at 2 km (Gélise, Auzoue, or on our lake on the spot), golf of Albret at 15 km, thermal baths of Barbotan at 30 km, equestrian center in Poudenas 4 km, Walibi park in Agen 40 km. Come and recharge your batteries in a bucolic setting in the land of good food where the best welcome will be reserved for you. Alain and Danielle will advise and guide you during your stay.

Located in a small village in the heart of the Gascony Landes region, the little chalet is at the edge of a cork oak and pine tree forest. Floor area: 22m². Fitted kitchen area. Wmachine. Lounge area with sofa bed for 2 people. Flat screen TV. Cot. Wash room. Electric heating. Two 15/20m² terraces. Garden furniture. BBQ. Private grounds covering 1050m². Bikes available. Parking.

Former railway station in Reaup, charming property, totally independent, located just outside the Landes forest with its own 2 ha private garden with plenty of trees and a private swimming pool.

With its modern, interactive display which invites visitors to look, listen and touch the exhibits, the Cork Museum recounts the history of cork-making from the 18th century to the present day. The museum also organises special events on national and regional holidays.

The Lords of Podenas, vassals of Edward 1st Plantagenet, Duke of Aquitaine and King of England, built Château de Poudenas in the 13th century. Between Mézin and Sos, this vast edifice defends and overlooks the Gélise valley, the frontier between the sands of the Landes forest and the hillsides of Gascony. In the 16th century, the military fortification was transformed into a seigniorial residence, then, in the 17th century, into an Italian palace. The architecture and surrounding landscape of Château de Poudenas are reminiscent of Tuscan villas. Take a stroll through the park, with its hundreds of species, including Atlas and Lebanese cedars, oaks, walnut trees and even cypresses dating back to the 17th century. You'll visit the château, with its succession of six rooms, including the grand salon in classical Italian style, the small library and the guard room with its French ceiling an

Between the forest of the Landes and the hills of Gascony, Jean and Alix de Nadaillac offer you to rent their private castle for your seminars, weddings and other festive activities. This vast 13th century family home and its 10 hectare wooded park offer an authentic and convivial setting, ideal for hosting all types of events. 12 rooms and reception areas, with furniture, stage, sound system ... for small or large committee meetings. A terrace to the south of the château offers an exceptional view of the valley If you wish to stay on site, the château has 21 rooms in 4 gîtes. Catering and catering is available.

Rent the Jean-Bousquet party room in Reaup-Lisse with a capacity of 200 people for your events.

Rent the Poudenas village hall with a capacity of 210 people for your events.

On the border of the Landes, Armagnac and the Pays d'Albret, Poudenas is built on a hill in the Gélise valley. Start your walk on the old Romanesque bridge which offers a panoramic view of the village: admire the building of the former post office relay whose gallery on the first floor is supported by arcades, and the houses which are spread out on the hillside Take the lanes of Poudenas to reach the Romanesque church with its square bell tower. Then visit (by appointment) the main building of the village, its castle, former residence of the lords of Poudenas. Finally, your steps will lead you to the park of the castle, which is rich in numerous species Several roads and hiking trails allow you to discover other points of interest in the Pays d'Albret: admire 2 half-timbered dovecotes in the direction of Arbussan.

With its modern, interactive display which invites visitors to look, listen and touch the exhibits, the Cork Museum recounts the history of cork-making from the 18th century to the present day. The museum also organises special events on national and regional holidays.

The municipal library of Mézin has about 11,000 books, magazines, CDs and DVDs available for free access. The establishment is divided into several sectors: adult, youth, music and multimedia areas. Three computers connected to the Internet are at your disposal. The library in Mézin regularly hosts exhibitions on various themes. Classes, crèches and groups are welcome on the themes proposed in the annual program. Accepts all proposals for partnerships and exhibition twinning.

Every Tuesday visit Mézin with Sandra, a multilingual tour guide. Tour starts at 10.30am from the Tourist Office.

Classified as a Historic Monument in 1840, the church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste dominates the hill where the town of Mézin is located. Monumental vestige of a Benedictine (Cluniac) monastery built around 1100, its architecture was very much influenced by the abbey of Saint-Sever in the Landes, notably for its Romanesque capitals. The plan of the church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste is in the shape of a Latin cross. The Romanesque choir with a vaulted ceiling in the cul de four, restored in the 19th century, dates from the 11th century. The 13th and 14th century nave is gothic with a ribbed vault. The apses are contemporary with the choir. The bell tower was rebuilt in the 19th century following a fire. The stained glass windows date from the 19th century. A statue of Saint-Jacques recalls its position on the road to Compostela.

From the medieval city to the cork city, alleys, vestiges of ramparts or the Museum of Cork and Cork testify to the rich past of Mézin. Close to the Landes and the Gers, 13 km south of Nérac, the commune and its canton also offer a great diversity of landscapes. This is what is highlighted in the landscaped gardens laid out on the site of the former plots of land of the cork workers. Below the town centre in a small valley, come and discover these quiet and pleasant gardens which represent the eleven villages of the canton of Mézin. In addition to vines, pines and several varieties of plants and shrubs from the region, a small lake adorns the site as well as a maze of plants that children can explore while having fun.

Le Gaulois offers sandwiches, newspapers and soft drinks. We also offer postcards, haberdashery, handicrafts, jewelry, toys and gas.

Located in the south of the Pays d'Albret, bordering the Gers and Landes, the restaurant Les Deux Gourmands favours seasonal cuisine. David Chaves and his team warmly welcomes you and prepares an authentic cuisine with seasonal local products. Freshness and quality meet in your plates for the pleasure of your taste buds. Enjoy the best of Lot-et-Garonne in this traditional restaurant!

15 km from Nérac in the south of the Lot-et-Garonne, Le Relais de Gascogne invites you to the pleasures of the gastronomy of the South-West. Taste a family cuisine full of flavors and discover its specialties. As soon as summer arrives, enjoy the restaurant's flowered terrace. The restaurant has 2 rooms, one with 50 seats and one with 120 seats for receptions or meetings. Fully equipped (kitchen, dishes...) this second room can be rented with or without catering. The Relais de Gascogne also has 17 rooms inviting you to spend a peaceful stay in this pleasant hotel-restaurant.

Lovers of large convivial tables as well as hushed atmospheres, we welcome you to the Bistro Sotiate in Sos. Our menu varies according to the seasons, with local cuisine and inspiration from elsewhere. Equipped with a wood-burning fireplace, the Bistro also offers a wide range of wood-grilled meats. Our mission? To welcome you in a warm atmosphere for a cuisine that will awaken your taste buds and comfort your palate.

Meals at the farm on reservation. Les Contes d'Albret offer simple, home-made meals based on local products in a family and friendly atmosphere by the fireplace in winter and on the terrace in summer.

La Ferme de Piréou, beef and veal farmer, welcomes you in Sainte-Maure-de-Peyriac for the reception of groups with its local menus and also offers a catering formula for your events.

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.

Ideally south-facing, extended by a vast outdoor teak terrace with a magnificent view of the golf course, the restaurant offers a cuisine inspired by the culinary traditions of the South West, combined with original flavours.

The Restaurant welcomes you to the Chalet in the Park of La Garenne with a shaded terrace, elaborate cuisine based on local products, a la plancha in front of the customer, refreshment bar in the afternoon with drinks, ice cream and waffles, cocktails and aperitifs in the evening. Magret and duck confit, entrecote, gambas, lamb mouse salad. Parking at the entrance of the Garenne park or at the tennis court of Nérac, route de Nazareth.

Café-restaurant where you can enjoy pizzas on the premises or to take away, as well as traditional cuisine, either indoors or on the terrace, in a friendly setting with sports matches shown on giant screens.

In Gascogne, the Lake of Lislebonne's campsite is at the crossroads of Gers, Lot-et-Garonne and Landes. Come here to swim, for hiking, for a beach-volleyball game, for a petanque game or to get a suntan. You can watch your children playing in safety from the panoramic bar on the edge of the lake. Everything is calm and convivial here.

House, garden and swimming pool totally private and independent where calm and tranquility reign. Located on a domain of more than 100 ha in the Landes forest, you have a closed garden of 2500 m², with activities on the spot for all tastes: a swimming pool of 8m x 4m, portico, petanque possible and a large green space for the children, garden furniture and corner relaxation. This lodging has on the first floor 2 bedrooms (2 beds in 160), a shower room, WC, a living room with fireplace, TV and a kitchen / dining room, all in a very modern style. On the first floor, 3 bedrooms (2 beds 90 and 2 beds 160), a bathroom (shower and WC) and an alcove with a study, relaxation and games for children. Heating in addition in off season. Access road to the property 1,1km. Extra charge for made up beds on arrival. Sheets included for a minimum stay of 7 nights.

On the borders of the Lot-et-Garonne, the Gers and the Landes, it is on an old family farm of the XVIIIth century with its equestrian center on the spot, that this house of 150m ², and its closed privative swimming pool (12x6m, prof up to 2.50m) opened from June till September, will allow you to gather in family or between friends. On the edge of the Landes forest, you have a 3000m² enclosed garden with covered terraces, surrounded by meadows with horses, you will also see the Pyrenees and admire the sunset... The independent gîte has 3 bedrooms (1x160, 1x140, 2x 90) on the ground floor, a shower room, WC, a living room, a kitchen and a lounge/dining room, wood stove, TV. On the first floor, 2 bedrooms (2x160), a shower room, a toilet, an office or relaxation area and games for the children. Additional heating in the low season. Internet access.

On the borders of the Albret, on the edge of the Landes forest, dominating a landscape of hillsides covered with vineyards and cereal crops, Hillon offers you the blue fringe of the Pyrenees on a clear day. An old XIXth century farmhouse, the Planéra gîte takes its name from a majestic hundred-year-old tree standing in front of its facade (a Siberian Abalone).

On the borders of the Albret, on the edge of the Landes forest, dominating a landscape of hillsides covered with vineyards and cereal crops, Hillon offers you the blue fringe of the Pyrenees on a clear day. An old farmhouse from the 19th century, the Suriers gîte takes its name from a tree, the cork oak.

The gîte Chez Simone located in Réaup has a garden. Agen is 36 km away. Free private parking is available on site. This vacation home features 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a bathroom with a shower. Its kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher and a microwave. For added convenience, the property can provide bed linen for an additional fee. Guests can enjoy a terrace on site.

La Maison d'Olive, a renovated 96 m² gîte, very well exposed south, overlooking the 10 ha park of the Château de Poudenas. Family tennis court, to share. Swing. Hiking trails starting from the property (on foot or by bike), in the forest massif of the Landes or the Gers countryside, cultural and gastronomic richness. On the ground floor, awning with garden furniture overlooking the park, entrance, living room, kitchen, electric heating. 2 bedrooms upstairs, each with 2x90 cm can be brought together. Bathroom, WC. Linen and towels provided (sheets, bath towels, tea towels). Beds made on your arrival. Umbrella bed and baby equipment on request. Parking space. Free access to tennis, golf practice, approach green. Numerous hiking trails on site.

La Maison de Simone, a 140m² renovated gîte with a very good southern exposure, overlooking the 10 ha park of the Château de Poudenas. Family tennis court and swing, direct hiking (on foot or by bike) in the Landes forest or the Gers countryside, cultural and gastronomic richness. On the ground floor, awning with table and benches overlooking the park, entrance and storage space, living room with fireplace for a good wood fire, independent equipped kitchen, laundry room and gas central heating. 4 bedrooms upstairs, 1 bedroom with double bed, 3 bedrooms with twin beds where the beds can be joined, linen is provided (sheets, towels, tea towels) the beds are made on your arrival. Possibility of an umbrella bed and baby equipment. 2 independent toilets, 2 shower rooms, spread over the ground floor and first floor. Shared swimming pool access.

Jean and Alix de Nadaillac are happy to welcome you in this gîte which they have fitted out with your comfort in mind, so that your stay is both calm and restful, to help you discover Gascony in the best possible conditions, from a historic site which was used as a retrenchment camp by Edward of Woodstock, nicknamed the Black Prince in 1369. This former bastion, located in the second fortified enclosure of the Château de Poudenas, enlarged in the 16th century, then transformed into a barn, has been passionately restored.

The owners have carefully restored this outbuilding of their château, former stronghold of the Black Prince. You will enjoy complete privacy and be able to enjoy a totally independent garden and swimming pool, in the middle of an estate covering no less than 20 hectares!