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Armagnac and Gers Region |
| The Gers is an area awash with cheerful fields of sun flowers, a classic slice of rural France that gave us D Artagnan and Co.
Indeed, D Artagnan museum is just 15 minutes' away
at Lupiac. The Gers invites you to escape. Marvel at a wealth of history, an abundance of fine food and wines, magical village fairs and markets. The Gers has managed to preserve what makes it so special: a sense of happiness in the footsteps of D'Artagnan. Land of light and good living, the Gers, the joy of discovery, is an invitation all year round. |
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The Gers, between the ocean and the mountains, allows you to
find vineyards rich in reputable chateaux's and fine wines.
Varied terrains, such as Saint-Mont, Madiran, Pacherenc, to name
a few....
Discover a diverse countryside, visit Lupiac, the village where D'artagnan was born, the remains of Gallo-Roman villages in Seviac, and Eauze. Continue your visit with Montreal du Gers, one of the most beautiful fortified villages of the Region, and Fources with its unusual and unique round village square.... |
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From the beginning of spring, the
Gers is abundant with colours and scents, a natural invitation
to tour and discover. Walk around Ordan-Larroque (four flowers,
and first place national prize). In the south, nature, hiking and walking untouched scenery are typical of Astarac territory. Let yourself be charmed by the many Villages and Bastides, the old buildings and stonework, the kind of craftsmanship not found today. Visit Tillac, Montesquiou, Bassoues, L'isle-de-Noe, Barran.... |
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This area also comes alive with
the sound of music and festivals. Marciac attracts those
passionate about Jazz music, and Mirande those who like country
music... Masseube, a charming little village at the foot of the
Pyrenees, welcomes walkers and hikers and offers children many
playful activities to occupy their time. Auch, the capital city of Gascony, is very well situated in the heart of South West France. There are many things to see from the magnificent Cathedral, its choir stalls with unique wood carvings and amazing stained glass windows, the cathedral is a World heritage site classified by UNESCO. The Jacobin museum, the monumental stone stairways from the river to the cathedral, "les pousterles" (the old laneways), are some of the many other things to see. The Gers also has many bullfighting festivals, Tempo Latino, Vic-Fezensac, motor racing in Nogaro and thermal spa in Barbotan-les-Themes. Canoeing is available 5 minutes' away in the pretty village of Beaucaire. Step outside the Gers, and Chateau de Plehaut is convenient for so many other tourist attractions: Lourdes, the holy place of worship, is 1hr 20 mins away whilst the Pyrenees' ski stations, mountain walks and Tour de France hill climbs are all 1 hr 30 mins by car. |
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Historic Charm Rural Tranquillity |
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