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Montayral

Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Lot-et-Garonne

Montayral is a town of Lot-et-Garonne, in the Aquitaine region Nova, 25 km east of Villeuve-sur-Lot.

Its territory of 24 square kilometers is located on the left bank of the Lot, facing Fumel, on the right bank, the river constituting a form of link between the natural and historical regions of Quercy and Agenais. Montayral is also adjacent to the east of Lot.

Although the site was occupied in ancient times, the town has developed around medieval castles, manors small seats shared among several parishes.

As for the economy, it was long and agricultural fishmeal through dams and mills established on the Lot.

It remains today an industrial dairy and organic cheese that testify to this vocation. Tertiary companies (MGB) or commercial have settled in the twentieth century, tourism has also developed.

Over time, the urban face Montayral with nearly 2800 inhabitants has also changed. The historic center has been complemented by a new pole in 1930 and 1960 and of the large surface area also serving the city of Fumel settled more recently.

A mutation that did not affect the rich heritage and the pleasant environment of the village and its hamlets.

Geographical information

MunicipalityMontayral
Postcode47500
Latitude44.4807840 (N 44° 28’ 51”)
Longitude0.9860460 (E 0° 59’ 10”)
AltitudeFrom 57m to 227m
Surface area24.54 km²
Population2720 inhabitants
Density110 inhabitants/km²
PrefectureAgen (56 km, 58 min)
Insee code47185
IntercommunalityCC Fumel Vallée du Lot
DepartmentLot-et-Garonne
TerritoryAquitaine
RegionNew-Aquitaine

Nearest cities & towns

Fumel3.4 km (7 min)
Saint-Vite4.6 km (6 min)
Soturac4.7 km (7 min)
Monsempron-Libos5.8 km (7 min)
Mauroux6.4 km (8 min)
Condezaygues7.1 km (8 min)
Touzac8.6 km (11 min)
Saint-Georges9.1 km (13 min)
Lacapelle-Cabanac9.3 km (12 min)
Cuzorn9.6 km (12 min)
Bourlens9.6 km (10 min)
Monségur10.5 km (12 min)
Saint-Martin-le-Redon10.5 km (11 min)
Thézac11.2 km (16 min)

Things to see and do

Many sites protected as historic monuments remain on the territory, which reflect its multi-noble past and can stake out a charming walk.

These elements may include Castle Perricard, former stronghold rebuilt in the sixteenth century by Armand de Raffin. The southeast rectangular tower is the oldest part. Formerly trained main buildings surrounding a courtyard, the area was divided into two properties for agricultural purposes in the nineteenth.

To then see the castle Cézérac whose foundations date back to the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries: the first buildings remains a main building with a tower. The building was remodeled and enlarged over the centuries.

Originating in a dam built on the Lot, the Castle has Ladhuie his side was built thanks to the income from tolls paid by boatmen. The set is now associated with a modernized dairy and the old parts are being restored.

Castle Montayral, for its part, dates from the thirteenth century and expanded through a new wing in the seventeenth. Affected by fire in 1942, the medieval part was restored.

We should also mention in this decidedly rich list, Castle Ramet, the manor of Solomon, the fortified mill Garrigues well Perricard church and parish called St. Germain church church Montayral or, more recently, the hall reconstructed in interwar period...

On the recreational level, the town has the specificity of possessing an astronomical observatory managed and run by passionate volunteers who enjoy sharing their knowledge. The site has two telescopes 500 and 300 mm diameter under domes and the discovery of constellations is performed with laser guidance. Sessions are scheduled every night from 21:15 Friday reservation or other day for at least 10 people. Price: 3 and 5 euros. Information +33 5 53 70 82 81 or +33 6 89 49 69 34.

Another original feature of the resort, an aerodrome (said Fumel-Montayral) is dedicated to landscaped leisure aviation and tourism. It comprises an asphalt track of 720 m and an area reserved for ULM. The airport also has facilities for night flights and a refueling station. The flying club of the Lot Valley is based there, offering training to pilot or first flights. Information +33 5 53 40 83 42.

Montayral also highlights its banks along the Lot. The club "In time to love" and offers rental boats, canoes and kayaks to enjoy the river and admire the landscape in an original way. Tours depart from the base to Montayral from June to late September. Note also a bicycle rental point is also established at the club. Information +33 6 52 38 65 23.

However, note that swimming is not allowed in the town. But no problem for fishing enthusiasts. A jetty dedicated to fishing chair the rest available. Information at +33 5 53 71 39 53.

Rest the immense wealth in terms of possibilities for hiking or biking. Number of marked trails are built that connect the historic sites and natural the more notable. Moreover, it is easy to reach the old way of Saint-Jacques from Dordogne and that goes to Cahors (GR 6). Maps and information +33 5 53 71 13 70.

Events and festivities

In mid-July, votive festival over three days with intensive and fun events, concerts and dances.

In addition, every Saturday, the common market is an opportunity to discover the rich soil of the region (foie gras, poultry, fruits, cheeses).

Repas Dansant
Vide-Grenier
Vide Grenier
Vide-Greniers

Weather

Tuesday 19 march
Min. 9°C - Max. 21°C
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Wednesday 20 march
Min. 11°C - Max. 22°C
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Thursday 21 march
Min. 11°C - Max. 21°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Montayral is located south of the Dordogne, near the Lot valley. 1h30 south of Sarlat and Rocamadour, Saint-Cirq 1:30 Lapopie 1h Agen and Cahors, 30 minutes from Villeneuve-sur-Lot, Monpazier, 15 min from Penne-d'Agenais and Monflanquin, beautiful medieval walled towns.

6 km to visit the castle of Bonaguil.

Montayral equestrian center, airport, tennis, astronomy, canoeing, hiking and mountain biking, markets, flea market.

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Canoe, kayak, bicycle, all-terrain or mountain bike hire
Nature and the great outdoors7 € to 40 € Montayral
Visit a truffle-grower and beekeeper
Local flavours8 € Tournon-d'Agenais (9.6 km)
Barge ride in the Lot Valley
Entertainment9 € to 18 € Puy-l'Évêque (12 km)
Discover truffles with a producer
Local flavoursFreePenne-d'Agenais (15.5 km)
Ayurvedic massage in Les Bories
Well-being75 € to 100 € Barguelonne-en-Quercy (20 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
Grand tour of Duravel
HikeEasy5:25Duravel (8.5 km)
Around the fortified town of Montcabrier
HikeEasy1:30Montcabrier (9.7 km)
From the Hauts d'Albas
HikeIntermediate3:45Albas (19.9 km)
Moulin de Mandassagne
HikeEasy2:20Saint-Martin-de-Villeréal (23 km)
Montcuq in Rouillac
HikeEasy2:15Montcuq-en-Quercy-Blanc (24 km)

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