Summer in Coteaux Béarn Madiran - Tourism and leisure activities

Yippee, it’s vacation time!

Ah, summer at last! The sun is shining brightly, the days are stretching out and the heat is enveloping us warmly. It’s the perfect time of year to savor the pleasures of outdoor living and enjoy the long summer evenings to the full.

The landscapes, bathed in light, reveal all their beauty between golden fields, lush vineyards and refreshing forests.

Whether for a nature getaway, a gourmet break or a moment of relaxation, summer is an invitation to travel.

By the way, when is summer? From June 21 to September 21.

Nature break

Enjoy a haven of coolness in the heart of our natural spaces.

Stroll through the garden at Viven castle, which has been awarded the “Remarkable Garden” label. Be curious and chat with Mickäel from Morlanne’s experimental epicurean garden.

Try to spot the European pond terrapin on the banks of the Arlas river in Serres-Castet. Discover the diversity of flora and fauna in the Vallon du Manas in Ger, the wet moorlands of the Bois de la Seube in Mazerolles or the Loumagne wetland in Garlin, via interpretation trails.

Historical treasures

Château Morlanne patrimoine visites Béarn

Château de Morlanne

Château Mascaraàs visites patrimoine Béarn

Château de Mascaraàs-Haron

Musée gallo-romain – Claracq

Villa antique – Lalonquette

Musée Jambon de Bayonne – Arzacq

Morlanne

Moncaup fontaine balade randonnée nature

Fontaines de Moncaup

Eglise Sainte-Foy – Morlaàs

Chai Doléris – Lembeye

Explore the Castle of Morlanne, built by Gaston Fébus, and the Castle of Mascaraàs, with its dozen richly decorated rooms and Italian garden.

Embark on a journey into the life of the local inhabitants during Antiquity at the Gallo-Roman Museum in Claracq, and visit the villa at Lalonquette, which is revealed through a contemporary interpretation rich in information.

Discover the museographic space at the Maison du jambon de Bayonne in Arzacq-Arraziguet, permanent exhibitions on old farming tools in Garlin, leatherworking in Pontacq, heritage collections in Morlaàs and the Micro-Folie digital museum in Montardon.

Wander through bastide towns and authentic villages.

Visit churches rich in Romanesque remains and Baroque furnishings.Sainte-Foy church in Morlaàs is a must-see.

Learn the secrets of milling at the Garos and Conchez-de-Béarn watermills.

You’ll be amazed by a 170 m-long underground cellar dug into the hillside, where old wine bottles are stored!

All the treasures of history

Vineyard land

Wines vineyards appellations Madiran Pacherenc Béarn

Did you know? At the end of June, the vine enters its flowering phase, marking the blossoming of the flowers. These gradually fade to make way for the first grapes, a phenomenon known as nouaison. Throughout the summer, two stages of growth follow one another: veraison, when the grapes take on their full color, and maturation, during which they become enriched with sugar, their acidity diminishes and their aromas fully develop. At the end of September, it’s time to harvest the dry white grapes.

Discover our exceptional vineyards, including the famous Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh, as well as the Béarn appellation and Comté Tolosan in Pyrénées-Atlantiques.

Come and meet the winemakers who welcome you to their estates for unique moments of sharing and conviviality. Enjoy guided tours of the estates, vineyards and cellars. Let yourself be seduced by wine tasting, immersive oenotourism experiences and viticultural animations.

A land of flavours

Local gastronomy has character. Take a seat on the terrace to enjoy the first rays of sunshine and a tasty dish concocted by our chefs.

Talk to producers about the flavors and authentic products of our terroir. For the little (or big) gourmets, find our top products, tested and approved by our team of gourmets.

Grab your basket and stroll through our markets, where you’ll find plenty of opportunities to meet producers. And a word of advice: choose seasonal fruit and vegetables.

gastronomy restaurants local products Madiran

Playground & recreation area

Come and explore our many hiking, mountain-biking and horse-riding trails. Choose morning outings or shady circuits. Experience Compostela on one of our pilgrimage routes, and why not meet someone you know.

Try your hand at fun activities such as Tèrra Aventura treasure hunts, Randoland treasure hunts, Zoé la Curieuse discovery game, escapes games, indoor and outdoor amusement parks, and try your hand at 9-pin bowling. Experience immersive adventures in a magical corn maze, and take part in the nocturnes by headlamp light.

Discover other leisure activities such as water sports on the Lac of Gabas and in white water, fishing in the lake or river, or horse-riding or horse-drawn carriage rides. Take to the skies with our aerial activities.

Crafts

Immerse yourself in a world where creativity and know-how come to life under the expert hands of passionate craftsmen.

From the finesse of porcelain designs to the softness of mohair and fleece, from the authenticity of pottery to the poetry of decorative objects in wood and natural materials, each piece tells a unique story.

Discover workshops in sewing, art framing and many other disciplines. Meet these inspiring craftsmen, watch demonstrations, take part in workshops or be seduced by original creations in a concept store dedicated to French craftsmanship.

crafts craftsmen decoration Béarn Madiran

Mark your calendars

Share moments with us and at our place!

June: French autocross and sprint car championships in Aydie
June: Gabas vintage club at Lac du Gabas
June: Sauvagnon under the lanterns
July: Madiran music and wine festival
July: International Chamber Music Festival in Luys en Béarn
August: Les Arts au bord de l’eau in Gomer
August: Degafest street art and music festival
August: Jazz in Conchez in Conchez-de-Béarn
September: Grape harvest festival Crouseilles castle
September: European Heritage Days
September: Transhumance
September: Salon des collections and Salon des passions et voitures anciennes in Soumoulou
All summer long: village festivals, aperitifs and winegrower’s meals, Landes races, farmers’ markets, creative workshops at Morlanne castle, the Gallo-Roman museum in Claracq, Cueillette de l’Aragnon in Montardon, Centre Alexis Peyret in Serres-Castet, Micro-Folie in Montardon…

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