Hiking

In the land of Montesquieu, between the Garonne River and orchards

An easy route along a loop of the Garonne River, where orchards and poplar groves share the space.

Lamontjoie, a fortified town in Gascony

This easy walk takes place in the rolling hills of the Gascogne hillsides, accompanying pilgrims to Santiago de Compostela for a few kilometers. Their destination is 1,063 km away, a distance indicated on the totem pole erected by the FFRandonnée.

Lamontjoie, a route from Lot-et-Garonne to Gers

This circuit allows you to discover, from the ridge paths, numerous panoramic views of the hillsides of Gascony, marking the boundaries between the departments of Gers and Lot-et-Garonne.

Brazalem and Limon, vineyards and orchards of Albret

From the edge of the Garonne valley, venture into the hillsides, which are sometimes steep, with their significant architectural heritage.

From Xaintrailles to Pompeii, readings of the landscape

From Xaintrailles, on the border between the hillsides and the forest, there is a sweeping circular panorama.

From Nérac to Mézin: A Step-by-Step Journey Through History

Start in Nérac and head toward Mézin, following the trails that wind through the Landes forest.

Queen Margot Circuit

Queen Margot spent some of the happiest years of her life on the banks of these rivers.

Mézinais - Ténarèze Circuit

To the west, beyond the Gélise, lies the Landes forest, once planted with cork oaks, now neatly arranged pine trees.

Tour of the hills of Gascony

Across the hillsides of Gascony, from the gates of Gers to the Garonne Valley, there are numerous viewpoints.

Sos, the Campet promenade

The sand of the Landes and the clay of the valleys, the cultivated pine forest and the older, wilder forest of oaks, hazelnut trees, and acacias: this is a walk full of contrasts in the heart of nature.

Meylan, a stroll among pine and oak trees

On this short, contrasting route, you will first discover the sand of the Landes region and the cultivated pine forest to the north.

From Sos to Poudenas on the road to Gélise

This narrow, steep-sided green valley holds many surprises.

From Gueyze to Meylan, along the Gueyze River

The sand of the Landes and the clay of the valleys, the cultivated pine forest and the older, wilder forest of oaks, hazelnut trees, and acacias: this is a walk full of contrasts in the heart of nature.

Barbaste, the hike from Béas to Lausseignan

Barbaste was built on the banks of the Gélise River, between hillsides and forests, where the villages of Béas and Lausseignan assert their identity around their churches and shops.

From Mézin, the Medieval to Poudenas, the Italian

Mézin is a stop on the GR®6543, the St. James of Compostela route via Vézelay.

Mézin, from landscaped gardens to the orientation table

Landscaped gardens showcasing the region's 11 villages, this short trail will take you to Gagnet Hill, equipped with an orientation table, then through the medieval streets of the village and to the Cork and Stopper Museum.

From Mézin to Villeneuve-de-Mézin, on the road to Santiago de Compostela

On the first part of this circuit, you will accompany pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela.

Lisse, at the edge of the Landes forest

From Lisse, the town hall annex of Réaup, to the hamlets of Rey and Pichanet, discover the edges of Europe's largest forest, bordered by the Gélise River.

Réaup, long hike in the Landes forest

From Réaup to Lisse, two neighboring towns, this long hike will take you to several viewpoints on the edge of the forest, where you can discover the different species of trees that make up the Landes forest.

Poudenas, a Tuscan atmosphere

To capture the spirit of this small country reminiscent of Italy, this itinerary offers low-angle views of Poudenas from La Gélise and panoramic images of the hillsides as you pass by.

Sainte-Maure-de-Peyriac, the tree and the vine

An ancient crossing point on the Roman road of Ténarèze, this open and vibrant landscape consists of woods and vineyards.

Saint-Pé-Saint-Simon, on the border between Gers and Landes

To find peace and recharge your batteries far from the big cities, this itinerary combines walks in the woods and strolls through the vineyards between the churches of the two parishes of Saint-Pé and Saint-Simon.

Buzet, a port between the Canal and the Baïse River

The port of Buzet is located at the hub of river navigation in Lot-et-Garonne.

Buzet-sur-Baïse, hike around the castle

Buzet lies in the wide plain where the Baïse River meets the Garonne River.

The Bastides and Castles Hike in Albret

This tour, designed for lovers of "old stones," visits two castles and two fortified towns.

Gélise, frontier of the sands

The river marks the last dunes of the Landes massif.

From Lannes to Mézin, the scent of Armagnac-Ténarèze

The south of Albret is the heart of A.

Cauderoue and Ste-Catherine, with their feet in the Gélise

This small loop takes off in the fertile plain irrigated by the Gélise River.

Estussan, panoramic walk in Albret

This short walk overlooking the Gélise and Baïse valleys offers numerous views of the Château de Xaintrailles, the bastide town of Lavardac, the Moulin des Tours Henri IV, the village of Barbaste and, in the background, Nérac, the capital of Albret, and the Landes forest.

Cauderoue, in the footsteps of Henry IV

This Grande Randonnée de Pays trail follows the routes taken by the young and impetuous Henri de Navarre, who rode throughout his mother Jeanne d'Albret's fiefdom during his many visits.

Nérac, the walk of Nazareth

This route, which passes through Nérac, the capital of Albret, showcases the Val de Baïse from the hillsides to the plains.

Lasserre, the pearls of Perrou

Le Perrou, a small stream between Lasserre and Francescas, has been adorned with several reservoirs in just a few years.

Xaintrailles, the castle walk

The initial panorama is followed by a passage through a pine forest, traditional in this region.

Vianne, a country house on the Baïse River

A medieval bastide town located on the Baïse River, Vianne is an important stopover for pleasure boats.

Nérac, a stroll from La Garenne to Château Henri IV

This walk begins in the shaded Garenne Park on the banks of the Baïse River, then crosses the river before winding its way through the historic streets of Nérac around the Château Henri IV.

From Mézin to Nérac: A Step-by-Step Journey Through History

Start in Mézin and head toward Nérac, following the trails that wind through the Landes forest.

Buzet wine route

The vineyards of the Côtes de Buzet can be explored from every angle on this route, which runs from the Baïse to the Garonne.

Andiran, stroll around the village

This short loop, mostly along shaded paths, offers narrow views of the village of Andiran, the castles of Lisse and Horton, etc.

Andiran, hike between the Osse and the Gélise

Cross the Gélise river towards the Landes sand dunes, enjoy the view of Horton Castle or Lisse Castle, stop off at the Sainte-Catherine mill and cross the Romanesque bridge at Mesplet, or stroll through the streets of Andiran. All this and more awaits you on this tour around the small town crossed by the Auroue river.

Artigues, in the Albret valleys

The rivers of Albret form asymmetrical valleys.

Calignac, a small village in Gascony

You have to climb to reach Calignac.

Espiens, in the hills, towards the castle of Salles

Over hill and dale, through woods and vineyards, these places are impressive.

Fieux, panoramic views of Gascony

From 110 to 192 meters above sea level, there are plenty of viewpoints.

Francescas, tour of the dovecotes of Gascony

Built on high ground, the town of Francescas overlooks hills and valleys.

Le Fréchou, panoramic walk over the Osse Valley

A small hilltop village, a castle, a dovecote, a festive tradition centered around melons.

Le Fréchou, land of ash trees

The village of Fréchou, whose name comes from the word for ash tree, is beautifully located in the heart of the Pays d'Albret, between the Baïse Valley and the Osse Valley.

Nomdieu, discovering sundials

Five sundials mark this route through the hills of Gascony.

Le Nomdieu, towards the viewpoint of St-Lary church

From the village of Nomdieu, built around the commandery of hospitallers, founded in the 12th century.

Moncaut, a walk on the bald mountain

This hill with its clear summit has been inhabited for a long time.

Moncaut, a stroll through Gascony

This hike, which winds through the hills of Moncaut and along the eastern slope of this charming little village perched on a hillside, is crossed by the Petit Auvignon stream.

Moncrabeau, the mountain of goats

Legend has it that goats once grazed on this mountain covered with saltpeter.

Montagnac, a small mountain in Albret

Located at an altitude of 200 m, Montagnac offers a 360° panorama of the "sea of hills" that it overlooks.

Le Saumont, hike around the wooded mountain

Le Saumont, from saltus montus, means wooded hill.

Le Saumont towards Montagnac, via Grand and Petit Auvignon

The municipality of Saumont is located on the slopes of Albret, in the Auvignon valley.

Saint-Vincent-de-Lamontjoie, walk to Lake Lambronne

The paths on this circuit are often paved.

Buzet, a canal bridge over the Baïse River

Here, the Canal Latéral runs alongside the Baïse River.

Thouars-sur-Garonne, from the Baïse to the Garonne

Set in a plain of grain and vegetable fields between the Baïse and Garonne rivers, this route is surrounded by the vineyards of Feugarolles to the south, Buzet to the west, and wooded areas above Aiguillon and on the Pech de Berre.

Lannes, Gachot's walk

The commune of Lannes, in the heart of the Albret region, consists of rolling landscapes bordered by the Landes forest and the Auzoue and Osse rivers.

Bruch, views of the Garonne Valley

The panoramic views visible on this short hike are well worth the effort.

Le Béas, the Brout promenade

On this short loop, traced on a sand dune, you will discover all the facets of the Landes forest, sandy or sandy paths, pines, oaks, acacias.

From Béas to Sainte-Catherine, a walk in the forest

To the north, a few cereal fields surround Béas and Cézerouze, while to the south lies the forest, with alternating sandy and gravelly trails, a few pigeon hunting hides, and large areas of pine forest.

Nérac, from the Château Henri IV to the Moulin des Tours

We offer a walk connecting two "Major Sites of Aquitaine," located in the town of Nérac.

Nérac, from the Moulin des Tours to the Château Henri IV

We offer a walk connecting two "Major Sites of Aquitaine."

Le Béas, walk to Lake Laou

The Landes forest in all its diversity, oak trees, a few cork oaks, pine plantations, sandy or sandy tracks, and a small valley where the stream that gave the hamlet its name flows.

GR®654E / Vézelay Way Stage 11: from Barbaste to Villeneuve-de-Mézin

The GR® 654 crosses France from Vézelay in Burgundy.

Montgaillard, towards the Gache vineyard

This loop connects the circuits of Vianne, Lavardac, Barbaste, and those of Buzet-sur-Baïse.

Montgaillard, a hilltop village

This short loop allows you to discover the many facets of the Albret hillside landscapes, including woods, grain fields, and vineyards.

Henri IV horse trail in Albret

The Baïse Valley Cycle Route in Lot-et-Garonne

Discover Gascony by bike.

The Scandibérique in Lot-et-Garonne

EuroVelo 3, the Pilgrims' Route, retraces the famous Way of St. James from Norway to Spain.

Sos, a stroll through Sostiates territory

This easy walk will first offer you a beautiful view of the Gélise valley, followed by a stroll along the trails of the Landes forest.

The Albrésienne

The Albret region is a favorite destination for hiking enthusiasts thanks to its diverse landscapes.

Greenway in the Gélise Valley between Barbaste and Sos (on the Scandibérique)

In the heart of Albret, between Barbaste and Sos, another section of the Scandibérique (EV3) follows an old railway line that has been converted into a greenway.

Baïse Valley Greenway

Running through Gascony in Albret, the Baïse Valley Greenway passes through six municipalities in the region over a distance of 27 km (Feugarolles, Vianne, Lavardac, Nérac, Le Fréchou, and Moncrabeau).