What to See & Do

Montréal du Gers

Medieval Villages

  • Fourcès - The only round bastide in the region. Very picturesque.

  • Laressingle - Medieval village

  • Condom - Not only for the name

  • Eauze

  • Poudenas

Châteaux

  • Château-Musée Henri IV — About 25 km from Montréal du Gers

  • Château de Pomarède

  • Château du Fréchou

  • Château de Caumale

  • Château de Poudenas

Armagnac Tasting

Armagnac is the great alcoholic specialty of the region. Producers and tasting properties can be found throughout the area.

Bordeaux

Getting Started

At the tourist office on the Allées de Tourny, pick up a day pass (tram and visits included). The Hop-On Hop-Off bus is highly recommended for a general overview of the city.

Sights & Experiences

  • Le Musée du Vin — A beautiful, instructive visit with tasting + 2 restaurants

  • La Base Sous-Marine with the Atelier des Lumières

  • Quartier des Chartrons — Small streets, antique shops, little restaurants

  • Jardin Public

  • Grand Théâtre, Rue Sainte-Catherine, Rue Porte Dijeaux

  • Porte de la Grosse Cloche

  • Cathédrale

  • Several museums including the Musée d'Aquitaine

  • Numerous restaurants throughout the city

Wine Country Around Bordeaux

  • Saint-Émilion

  • Graves wine region around Bazas

  • Sauternes — Sweet wines, with stunning châteaux to visit

Day Trip: The Arcachon Basin

For those who want to spend a few extra days in the region, a visit to the Bassin d'Arcachon is essential:

  • Dune du Pilat — The largest dune in Europe

  • Seafood tastings

  • The towns of Arcachon and Cap Ferret

  • Oyster farming parks.