Lot et Garonne dans le Sud-Ouest de la France

Lot et Garonne: Circuit des Bastides et Points de Vue sur le Lot

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Penne-d’Agenais (47)

Near Villeneuve-sur-Lot, this old medieval stronghold is located on the hillside. Le silver dome of the Notre Dame de Peyragude sanctuary which can be spotted for kilometers around overlooks the Lot river, Saint Sylvestre sur Lot, the port of Penne, the plum orchards and the country of Serres.

Pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago come to see the miraculous cave nearby.
To see and do in Penne-d’Agenais:
– wander the pretty cobbled streets of the town to admire the remains of the Middle Ages: ramparts, gates from the city..
– stroll through the artisan workshops and art galleriest..
– take a walk to the port of Penne. dedicated to recreational boating and fishing.
– take part in the Terra Aventura treasure hunt (hasfree mobile application to download)
– enjoy the water games for the little ones in July and August.
– follow the hiking trailsAt departure from the cottage.Click here.

26 tourist activity sites around the Gîte du Pennois with the label“South West escape” with privileged offerss..

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"For an authentic holiday in the Lot valley which is the cradle of the Ente plum brought back in the 12th century from Syria during the Crusades and which after cooking becomes Pruneau d'Agen.
This little Tuscany with its landscapes of plains and valleys is the leading French department for the diversity of its cultures. Land of gourmets whose reputation is well established. Discover the gastronomy of the South-West at the numerous farmers' markets.
For the youngest, WALYGATOR Sud-Ouest (former WALIBI) and AQUALAND near Agen.
On the other side of the Lot, the colorful STELSIA castle will welcome you in its magnificent park open to the public and in the largest mini- European golf
You can easily swim around the gîte at the swimming pool (paying) at Malbentre de Villeneuve (outdoor pool, pentaglide, jacuzzi, etc.), at Lake Lougratte (paying) or in the Lot (free) at Castelmoron (developed beach and swimming monitored during the summer period.)"

Taking advantage of an exceptional location in the heart of the South-West, you can easily, with our tourist circuit sheets, visit remarkable sites such as Sarlat, Les Eyzies, Lascaux 4, Rocamadour, the Gouffre de Padirac, Cahors, St. Cirq-Lapopie, the cloister of Moissac..

"The numerous castles (Gavaudun, Bonaguil, Biron, etc.) on the Agen, Sarlat axis demonstrate the rivalries of the kings of France and England in the Middle Ages. Now disappeared, the castle of Penne of Richard the Lionheart was besieged several times.
The largest concentration of bastides or new towns from the 13th century is found in Lot et Garonne (Villeneuve sur Lot, Tournon d'Agenais, Monpazier,
Villeréal, Monflanquin..)
These fortified towns are a treasure of medieval architecture with its houses and streets which trace a checkerboard plan, designed around a square lined with arcades..)"(video duration 25:15)

The specialty of the Tourtière is the dessert that makes
our city famous of 2500 inhabitants.
(simplified recipe offered by clicking on the photo)

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Audio-guided tour of the village of Penne d'Agenais

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Penne d'Agenais vacation rental in the South West

Adresse du Gîte du Pennois:

20 rue de Ferracap

47140, Penne d'Agenais

"In 1212 Penne was Cathar, in 1562 Protestant.
Always rebellious.
Nature had decided so by assigning this insurrection of rocks as its abode." (Paul Guth)