Winter in Coteaux Béarn Madiran - Tourism and leisure

What do you mean there’s nothing

to do this season?

Ah, winter is here! The cold is slowly setting in, the days are getting shorter and the air is getting crisper. It’s the perfect season to enjoy nature in a new light, with its frosty landscapes and hushed atmosphere. Sleepy forests, misty hills and views of the snow-covered Pyrenees create a setting conducive to contemplation and serenity.

Whether you’re looking for an invigorating stroll, a gourmet moment with seasonal produce or a comforting break by the fire, winter invites you to slow down and savor every moment.

By the way, when is winter? From December 21 to March 19.

Nature break

Stroll along the banks of the Arlas in Serres-Castet. Discover the diversity of flora and fauna in the Vallon du Manas in Ger, the wet moors of the Bois de la Seube in Mazerolles or the Loumagne wetland in Garlin, on our interpretation trails.

Get curious and chat with Mickäel from Morlanne’s experimental epicurean garden.

Historical treasures

Musée gallo-romain – Claracq

Villa antique – Lalonquette

Musée du Jambon de Bayonne – Arzacq

Micro-Folie – Montardon

Pontacq

Sauvagnon

Eglise romane de Diusse

Chrisme – Eglise de Mont-Disse

Moulin de Sabathier – Conchez-de-Béarn

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, the permanent exhibition on leatherworking in Pontacq 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 Conchez-de-Béarn watermill.

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

Did you know? After the harvest, the vines enter their winter rest phase. Cold temperatures are beneficial. The sap flows back down to the roots and the plant rests. This is the time for pruning, essential for preparing the future harvest.

Tick tock, tick tock, it could well be that the vine’s awakening is fast approaching! As the sap rises and flows through the pruning wounds, the vine cries, the first sign that it is moving from passive to active life.

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. Enjoy a delicious 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 local restaurants Béarn Madiran

gastronomy local producers Béarn Madiran

Playground & recreation area

Come and explore our many hiking, mountain biking and horse-riding trails. Experience Compostela on one of our pilgrimage routes.

Try your hand at fun activities such as Tèrra Aventura treasure hunts, Randoland treasure hunts, Zoé la Curieuse discovery game, escapades, amusement parks and 9-pin bowling.

Discover other leisure activities such as lake and river fishing, horse riding and carriage rides. Take to the skies with our aerial activities.

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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.

Mark your calendars

Share moments with us and at our place!

December: Winter harvest at Crouseilles
December: Christmas markets
December: Soumoulou Antiques and Brocante Fair
December: workshops and activities for children during the Christmas and February vacations
February: Noust’Kbaré in Nousty
February: Salon des minéraux and Salon des fossiles et bijoux in Soumoulou
March: Béarnaise evenings in Lembeye
March: Book fair in Navailles-Angos
March: Rallye des collines 4×4 in Arzacq-Arraziguet
March: Wine and food fair in Morlaàs

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