Landes Chalosse - Office de Tourisme du Pays Tarusate

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• Lake and birdwatching
Miramont Sensacq
Enjoy kilometres of pleasure
walking, cycling
• Rallye Nature - Lakes of Nerbis
Take advantage of the Nerbis Lake and
discover nature in a relaxed and interactive
manner on this site especially designed for
all the family to learn and enjoy nature at
it’s best. Collect your discovery map from
the Tourist Office in Mugron and have fun
exploring and answering the nature trail
questions. Suitable for all the family from
6yrs old. Picnic area. Free admission
• Discovery trail - Mugron
Between the river and lakes around La
Saucille follow the discovery map and find
the selected points of the nature trail. Stamp
your map at each point and carry on to
find the next clue and enjoy this wonderful
experience whether browsing or competing
to finish the trail. A special moment of fun or
sport depending on your mood.
Free. Collect your map at Tourist Office.
• Sport trail Lande Mayou, Cassen,
Gamarde et Louer
Follow the map throughout this trail with
points of interest and details corresponding
to the different characteristics of the
countryside. 4 departure points: 2 in Cassen
(centre of village / entrance to residence
Goelia), 1 in Gamarde (Arena Car park),1 in
Louer (Near bridge over river Louts RD 107)
Guide and map available at Montfort Tourist
Office or in the Mairie of each village Price
1e - Suitable for all the family from 7yrs old.
Open from Monday to Sunday
Favoured site for nature lovers. A footpath
leading you to a Bird observation point,
through a «botanical atmosphere» in
particular a peat bog. Enjoy picnic areas
along the route with children’s play areas.
An ideal spot for amateur fishing (see local
rules and guidelines in place)
Open all year - Free admission
• Walk along the side of the mill - Pimbo
Discover nature’s wildlife (fauna and flora).
All types of insects, amphibians, reptiles and
birds who are at home here. A delight to the
eyes, with limestone banks and over 25 types
of wild orchids blooming throughout the year.
Feast with your eyes but do not touch.
Open all year - Free entrance.
• Sentier des meuniers - Hagetmau
Mill path ideal for family walks along the
river. Shaded picnic areas.
• Lake of Agès - Hagetmau
Perfect setting for a relaxing walk around
the lake. Ideal for observing nature’s floral
and animal world. Fishing amateurs will
appreciate the tranquility of this haven.
Lovers of fishing will appreciate the peace of
this area.
Cycling...
Jump on your bike and enjoy discovering
the countryside. Many different sizes to suit
young or not.
• Bike rental Tourist Office Tarusate
Tartas
Open all year
•Bike rental Lorinet Motoculture
Montfort en Chalosse
Open all year from monday to friday 08.0012.00hr , 14.00hr/18.00hrs, Saturday 08.0012.00hr, 14.00-17.00hrs
Horse riding and pony
trekking... (reservation required)
Grab the reins ! Guided pony rides or with
parents. Giddy-up on the stirrups and off you
go !
• Centre Equestre Ous Pins - Tartas
From 3yrs old. Open daily by appointment
• Centre Equestre La Cavale – Route
des Lacs d’Halco – Hagetmau
Open daily except Monday. From 3 yrs old. By
appointment.
• Ferme Equestre de Bertron
Castelnau Chalosse
From 3yrs old. Open all year. By appointment.
• Centre Equestre de Gaujacq
Gaujacq
From 7yrs old. Open all year. By appointment.
Fly like a bird - gliding
•Aerodrome - Rion des Landes
Live everyone’s oldest dream to fly like a
bird. Be free as air, fly over the heart of the
Landes, approx 35mins. Discover the beauty
of the Lakes of Arjuzanx and the Landes
forests.
Every day – Reservation necessary
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Water sports
Glide down the river ine a canoe
• Tourist Office Tarusate - Tartas
Set off on an adventure with our guides and let your paddles steer your canoe along
the calm waters of the river Midouze. On
the way down observe the dragonflies and
enjoy the ride. Children who can swim
allowed.Open daily except Sunday - Meeting
at 14.00hrs at the Tourist Office. Resreve in
advance.
Swimsuits on...
• Arjuzanx- Route de Morcenx
Enjoy this supervised beach with clear water
and fine sand. For all the family to cool down
in the summer heat. Go to 14hrs . 1 July 31
August. Open free
• Swimming-pool La Cité Verte –
Hagetmau
Enjoy family slides, jacuzzi, river, solarium
and hydromassage benches. Open daily this
complex offers relaxing and fun times. Enjoy
a drink at the terrace bar and bask in the sun.
•Base de loisirs de la Saucille – Mugron
Come and enjoy the fun of swimming in this rural setting with sandy beach and plants. Supervised aqua slides, play areas
snack bar in peaceful surroundings. Infants paddling pool
Open July & August 7 days a week - 13.0020.00hrs. Free admission under 5yrs old. Group activities on request Min 12 people
Canoeing, tree climbing, archery, mountain
bike, mini golf….
The enjoyable scents
of our gardens
•The gardens of Nigelle – Tilh
Wander around the gardens. On site there
are signs explaining the themes in English
and French Entrance free.
Open Saturday during July & August 14.00-18.00hrs
• Garden of Eden – Poudenx
In this magnificent botanic natural garden
children can enjoy the numerous floral
displays, animals and the aromas of
the gardens of Eden. A visit not to miss.
Reservation required
• Mill of Poyaller – St Aubin
A visit to this 400 year old water mill is a
must, with fabulous animals including deer,
sikas, kangaroos, alpagas and others A little
boat trip on the river, all here to charm the
entire family. Guided or free visit – A new
path through the forest and discover the
different species of trees. Open daily July &
August 14.00-18.30hrs
•Garden of Payot - Montfort en Chalosse
Open the garden gate and discover vegetable
plots, and the traditional trees found in the
Chalosse, modelled on the Middle ages with
medicinal plants and urban gardens with
today’s flowers and vegetables. Jeanne the
garden tenant busy with the beans is waiting
for you.
Open from Monday to Sunday
•Garden of Berdin – Banos
The Berdin garden in Banos is a bit like our
grand parents’ garden where they grow only
seasonal vegetables. In summer, tomatoes,
green beans, chilli peppers, salads etc…In
winter cabbage, spinach, leeks, pumpkins
etc… Sales direct from the garden for
individuals.
Mid July - End of September 17.0019.00hrs Wednesday and Thursday- Every
Saturday morning at St Sever market at the
entrance to the Halles. Free entry to the
Gardens
•Farm Tauzia - Montaut
Mr & Mme Dupouy explain their farm for
raising free range geese for foie gras, they
show the force-feeding (gavage) of ducks
and geese. Small farm museum. Brochures
and free tasting. Guided visit Wednesday
and Saturday from 15.00hrs mid June to mid
September. Visit free
•Farm of Gardelly - Fargues
Discover the secrets of foie gras production
- treasure of the Landes.
The owners will also show you another of
their specialities La Blonde d’Aquitaine their cattle often winning awards for the
quality of the meat. Free entrance
• Discover nature farm Ducazaux Donzacq
Adults and children will be captivated by this
amazing experience offered by Nadine and
Jean Marie Ducauzaux : paths decorated with
their own artistic creations, gastronomic
delights with a sweet and savoury twist.
An encounter with animals and nature. A
unique moment for all the family. Open July
& August 14.30-19.00hrs - Free
Go back to your teens...
• SBpaintball – Prechacq les Bains
Any level beginner or expert boy or girl,
bring your own equipment or rental on site
(including evenings). Boots or closed shoes
required.
For all family from 16yrs
old - Reservation required
• Rando Quad – Cassen
Looking for new thrills? Come and ride on
a quad bike through the forests in the heart
of the Chalosse with our guides. Beginners
track and also excursions hourly or more
- pure pleasure. Motorbike and quad bike
courses available during school holidays,
minimum 5 people per half day or full day.
Open July & August from Monday to Sunday.
Suitable for all the family from 10yrs old Reservation required
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Pontonx
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Gousse
Préchacqles-Bains
Le Leuy
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Lacs de
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Montgaillard
Poyaller
Gibret
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Ozourt
Maylis
Doazit
Coudures
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Souprosse
Cassen
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Bas-Mauco
Lamothe
Gouts
Vicqd'Auribat
Aurice
Morganx
Monségur
Mant
Argelos
Poudenx
Beyries
Bassercles
Peyre
Monget
Philondenx
Castelner
Morlanne
Collect the stickers «abeilles
chalossaises» where you find
the BEE sign !
Information & reservation : 05 58 97 99 40
abeilleschalossaises@tourisme-landes-chalosse.com
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The speciality dishes
of the region
Villeneuvede-Marsan
Find our speciality regional dishes on one
plate, adapted for children, at our local
restaurants
BORDEAUX
Artassenx
Bascons
Maurrin
Castandet
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Lac de Peyrot
Lussagnet
Bordères et
Lamensans
Le Vignau
Le Houga
Étang de
la Gioule
Larrivière
Renung
Cazèressur-l'Adour
Lac de
Renung
Subéharques
Vergoignan
Duhort-Bachen
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Lac de
Lourquen
Eugénie
les-Bains
Saint-Loubouer
Gée-Rivière
Lac de
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Bahus-Soubiran
ursan
Urgons
Arbladele-Bas
Classen
Bernède
Sorbets
Lac de
Latrille
PayrosCazautets
Clèdes
Latrille
Mauries
St-Agnet
Puyol-Cazalet
Lacajunte
Pimbo
Presenting 2 regional plates of our local
specialities.
Eat at your leisure
• Ferme du Vieux bourg, Castel Sarrazin
Pécorade
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• Hôtel Restaurant « Au Feu de bois»
- Amou
• Hôtel restaurant Darracq
Le commerce – Amou
• Ferme Auberge Le Vieux Chêne –
Meyson- Castelnau Chalosse
• Ferme auberge Haza - Saint Aubin
• Restaurant le Touron - St Sever :
PAU
Sarron
Miramont
Sensacq
Lac de
Miramont
Lauret
Tél : 05 58 89 88 97
Buy your picnic at the farm and enjoy in our
picnic area situated 400m away on the banks
of the river Luy.
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We have many more places to enjoy our
gastronomical delights. For further,
information contact the Tourist Office
Tel: 05 58 97 99 40
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Introduction to art
the fun way
Discover natural pigments
• Alizarine – Hagetmau
Have preparing and painting with natural
pigments. From May to August. Registration
required. Free.
• Workshop and museum of ceramics
and pottery tableware - Samadet
Have a family day in pottery workshop, 2
sessions x 10 persons in afternoons. Suitable
for children over 7yrs old - Paying entrance
to museum.
Free for children under 18yrs old.
Workshop free 19/07 and 21/08 from 14.0015.45hrs and 16.30-17.45hrs. Registration
required
• Origami workshop at the earthenware
tableware museum - Samadet
Have a family day in Origami workshop,
dedicated to Lotus flowers. 2 proposed
sessions x 15 persons.
Suitable for children over 7yrs old - Paying
entrance to museum. Free entrance under
18yrs. Free workshops. 26 July and 7th
August 14.30-15.30hrs & 16.30-17.30hrs.
Registration required
• Artisanal Soap workshop – Casa
Nature – Baigts en Chalosse
Enter into a world of relaxing and well being
with our home made products respecting the
environment. In his workshop Herve presents
the different stages of the fabrication of his
work and children can enjoy the pleasure to
make their own little soap to take home.
Visit of the workshop from 1st July - 31st
August every Wednesday and Friday from
14.00-18.00hrs.
• House of the Céramics –Samadet
Dedicated to contemporary world of
ceramics there is a permanent exhibition on
the art of tableware. Temporary exhibition
of «Variation’s Vietnam». Children’s area
and quizzes for children - Free admission.
Opening times Tuesday to Sunday 15.0019.00hrs
• Children’s Pottery Workshop Laluque
A memory of wonderful holidays in Landes
Cecile your teacher will show you to work
the earth and make your own unique piece. A
real treasure. Reservation required July and
August: 12, 19 & 26 July - 2, 8 & 30th August
- groups from 3 persons 14.00-16.00hrs
• Les Z’Heureux Cruateurs - Montfort
Proposing workshops paper,
painting, recycling.
From May to August on request
origami,
Appointment
with history
• Crypte de St Girons – Hagetmau
14 Magnificent capitals listed historical
monument. A must see
Open every afternoon except tuesday July &
August - Free admission under 15yrs
• Visit the Chateau of Gaujacq Gaujacq
Relive the era of the Seigneurs in a
magnificent castle dating back to 17th
century. Welcomed by the owners in period
costumes. Children can roam safely in the
flowered courtyard.
Open every afternoon from mid February to
mid November. Except Wednesday - Open
daily July & August from 11.00hrs. Children
under 12yrs old free entrance.
Become an expert on préhistoric
times on the tracks of Cro-magnon
•House of the Dame - Brassempouy
Visit suitable for children from 6yrs old at
14.00hrs. Special children’s workshop on
Saturdays from 13.30 -16.30hrs. Registration
required. Children must be accompanied by
an adult.
Open every afternoon from mid February to
mid November and from 10.00hrs during
July and August. Free entrance for children
under 6yrs old • Garden of the Dame - Brassempouy
Workshop of La Dame. Open daily 10.30
-12.00hrs July & August. Monday- Initiation
to ceramic modelling, Tuesday - Making
a weapon and firing. Wednesday - Art,
engraving, Thursday - archaeological digs.
Friday - making flint objects. Saturday,
making a bow (from 11yrs old). Sunday,
Carving of La Dame. When the workshop
finishes each person takes home their
objects as a souvenir of their experience.
From 14.00-19.00hrs, guided tour of gardens,
demonstrations on ancient fire lighting, flint
napping and firing a propeller. Entrance
charge.
• Museum of Chalosse – Montfort en
Chalosse
This museum reproduce the life on an
agricultural Domaine in Chalosse in the 19th
Century. It shows the home of the master,
the tenant and the outbuildings. When you
enter the Domaine de Carcher you feel as
though you have entered a place where
people are still living. There is a themed
photograph exhibition. Sales of bread freshly
made in the old style every Wednesday
afternoon.
Open from 1st April to 31st October. From
Tuesday to Friday 10.00-12.00hrs 14.0018.00hrs - Saturday & Sunday only 14.0018.00hrs. From June to August open until
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Introduction to the
Course landaise
• Tour of the Arenas (The Mecca of the
Course Landaise) - Pomarez
Enter the arena and let those passionate
about this unique sport explain and show you
their talents. Discover this traditional sport
and game, see the combat between the cows
and the trained «ecarteur» to the sound of
typical banda music.
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Wednesday and Friday 15.00hrs from 11 July
to 31 August with exception to 1,3,15 August
- Free entrance under 12yrs old.
• Ganaderia de Maynus – Saint Sever
Christian Brettes, breeds cattle especially
for the Course Landaise let him help you too
understand this local tradition.
Group visits - reservation required. Guided
tour of the ganaderia, demonstration of the
Course Landaise in the arena, Restaurant
and meeting rooms. Individual guided tours
Wednesday 15.00-17.00hrs in July 1 August.
Free entrance from 10yrs old
• Ganaderia du vert galant – Souprosse
Marie Claire and Jean Francois share their
passion for the Course Landaise. Guided
tour of the ganaderia and their herd of cattle
raised specifically for the Course Landaise A
friendly welcome awaits you and an occasion
not to be missed.
Open daily – Reservation required. Free
entrance
Fancy a treasure
hunt ???
• Historical Treasure Hunt -St Sever
St Sever was one of the most important cities
in the south west in the middle ages. Take
off to find its fine old buildings on a treasure
hunt with your kit and map and who knows….
you may find a treasure... Game for children
from 6 to 14yrs old - Collect your free
treasure hunt guide at the Tourist Office
• Tourist Office Hagetmau - Hagetmau
Discover this town while looking for
treasure. Map reading, observation and fun
for all on the programme. July and August.
Free
Discover our local
product
• Chèvres du Prince – Laurède
Jean-Luc, enthusiastic goatherd invites you
to share a late afternoon with his goats,
bringing them in from pasture, introduction
and demonstration of milking manually and
by machine, making goats cheese in the
heart of the oak forest of the Adour. Special
demonstration July & August every Monday
and Wednesday from 17.00-19.00hrs - Free
entrance
• Visit a donkey farm Turs’Ane Castelnau Tursan
For centuries the use and virtues of donkey
milk have been well known. The farm
Turs’ane uses the asses’ milk to create
products of ever lasting beauty of soaps,
creams, body milk, shampoos. Families are
welcome to visit the farm. See the milking
and discover the goodness provided by this
milk. Reservation required Thursdays in July
& August (check hours) - Free entrance.
• Wine Cellar of the vignerons Landais
Tursan Chalosse - Geaune
The vineyards of Tursan open their doors
and invite you to a truly wonderful show
case of the soil and the grwing methods in
the South West in the bastide of Geaune. The
secrets of the cellar will be explained and he
will propose wine tasting and comparisons
and explain the different wines of Tursan,
Children’s play area and quizzes. Open
Thursday (check hours) - Free entrance
Gardening fun
• l’Eco-lieu JEANOT – Rion des Landes
Share the passion of gardening enthussiastics
in unusual surroundings, which respect
the agricultural environment.
Reservation required. Open all year - Free
entrance
Guided tours free (rural tourism)
• 7th July, Arena in Larbey Celebrate the 25th old
style wheat harvest • 11th July, Hagetmau Visit to
«Palombiere» Bird Observation Point • 26th July, St
Sever Guided tour of historic town of St Sever and
discover the Berdin gardens • 30th July, Montfort en
Chalosse Gastronomic discovery and famous Course
Landaise • 1st & 8th August, Mugron Discover local
producers and meet the local villagers • 8th August,
Poudenx 15.00hrs Visit to the «Garden of Eden» •
14th August, St Sever Visit the Gardelly farm and the
historic town of St Sever. Local crafts exhibition and
evening market.
Farmers markets, 18-23hrs
• 5th July, Montfort en Chalosse • 13th July,
Hagetmau • 19th July & 2nd August, Amou • 7th
August, Tartas • 26th July, Mugron • 22 August,
Caupenne • 24th August, Hagetmau • 22nd
September, Gatronomic Festival in Pomarez
Otheres markets
• 28th July & 14th September, St Sever - 18.00hrs
Evening market • 31st July, Lac de Miramont Farmers market from Tursan followed by outdoor
cinema by the side of the lake.
Rediscover local tastes
• 9th June, St Sever : Open day visit to Gardelly farm
featuring BABACOOL the star of the Agricultural
Show. • 13th July, La Saucille Mugron : 20.00hrs
Dine in the fields followed by firework display.
• 28th July, Montfort en Chalosse : Competition
(cattles show) for the best «Boeuf en Chalosse»
• 27th July, Castelnau Tursan : 1430hrs Gouter
(afternoon tea) in local donkey milk farm - Free
entrance under 6yrs old - Reservation required
• 2nd August, Geaune : visit the wine cellar and
childrens play area Wine tasting accompanied
with local produce Admission free reservation
required • 11th - 19th August , St Sever : Craft
exhibition (45 stands) Learning classes available,
pottery for children, glassworks-adults, porcelain
painting.
Light Shows • 9th & 23rd July Gaujacq, 22.00hrs Evening visit
to Castle of Gaujacq. Traditional costumes from
the past, light show. Free under 12yrs old • 14th
July, Brassempouy : 21.00hrs Evening visit to La
Dame de Brassempouy - 22.00hrs Light show and
competitions • 14th July, St Sever : Festival on
the banks of the River Adour - Sport and comedy
entertainment Nature trail, concerts, exhibitions.
Free admission • 14th July, St Sever : Fireworks
display on the river Adour • 24th July, Pimbo :
18.30hrs Evening show at vineyard. Discover the
sounds of the night by the mill and Barene Slopes.
Free entrance under 6yrs old - Reservation required
• 27,28,29 July, Carcares Ste Croix : Son & lumière
show Remembering the land. • 5th August, Lake
ofMiramont Sensacq : 23.30hrs Fireworks display
on the lake - Free admission • 7th August, Pimbo :
18.30hrs Evening show at vineyard • 7th August,
Hagetmau : Fireworks display • 11th August, Tilh :
19.30hrs Evening visit by candlelight to Gardens of
Nigelle. Music & entertainment. Free under 14yrs
old • 15th August Brassempouy : 21.00hrs Evening
visit of Dame de Brassempouy • 13th &27th
August, Gaujacq : Evening visit to castle of Gaujacq
Traditional costumes from the past and light show.
Free under 12yrs old
Take part in Course Landaise
(Bull chase and leaping, calendar 2012 on www.
courselandaise.org or contact 05 58 97 99 40.
• 8th june, 20.30hrs : childrens Course landaise
– Pomarez – Free
Festivals
• 11th -12th May, St Sever : «Affaire a cuivre»
Concerts and entertainment in the town over 2
days. • 20th May, Amou : Festival for kids of all
ages. Puppet show circus and music. •
20th
& 21st July, Tartas : Festival Fest Afrik (African
Festival) • 14th August, Montfort en Chalosse :
Festival Folklorique. Traditional music
of the
region • 17th & 18th August, Amou : Festival.
Traditional music and songs of the region • 25th
August, Mugron : Festival 40 en Paires
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