The etymology of the name could derive from Castin "castra" in Latin and the camp of his diminutive "castellum" and "castinum" (little fort, castle).
The fortified village was located 500 meters north to a place called Hamlet "village" in 1645 there were still 25 houses.
Today, there remains virtually no remnants of this first settlement site, it is likely that the current location of the village there was a castle, this part of Castin is also still called castelbielh (old castle ).
Castin obtained in 2010 at the 2nd regional competition of flower villages in bloom.
Castin is twinned with a town in northern Italy in the province of Udine. These Ruda.
SIGHTSEEING
To see the bridge built in 1900, artwork by rail.
The church of Saint-Geniez 12th century and its furniture consisting of tables and ordered statues.
Gallo-Roman statue of a headless white marble is visible on the porch of the church.
EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
The local festival is held the last weekend of August.
The Barn Arts welcomes you in a peaceful green setting, 3 km from Mirande. At your disposal comfortable rooms, a large lounge, kitchen, gardens and swimming pool during the summer ...
Located 20 km from Castin
53 € the double room
Maison de la porte fortifiée SPECIAL OFFER
Montesquiou
At the heart of the Gers, on the famous Bastide and Castelnaux, we welcome you in a surprising guest house, rated 4 ears & Charming, in the ramparts and just near the defense tower...
Located 22 km from Castin
From 100 € to 130 € the double room
Le Tournesol Chambre D'Hôte
Saint-Clar
Le Tournesol is a charming Bed and Breakfast in the heart of the Gers. Known as the French Tuscany, it is famous for its Gastronomy and rolling countryside. Armagnac, Duck confit, Foie...
This former 16th century farmhouse, a hillside and in 17 acres of woodland and grassland, dominates the valley with the Pyrenees in the background panorama. Every stone and restored...
Located 16 km from Castin
From 380 € to 890 € per week
FERME 13p piscine, sauna, tennis, lac
Castelnau-Barbarens
New for 2012: indoor tenniscourt at the spot. 'En Laurenc' is our farm in the South of France where we have 2 gîtes and Bed & Breakfast. There is one gîte for 5 persons and a maison...
Located 17.2 km from Castin
From 1390 € to 2900 € per week
La Ferme aux Chevaux
8.4
Bazian
Joint with a second cottage, a former winery is part of a horse farm with buildings of the 18th century, fully restored. The housing category 3 stars have all comfort and are regularly...
In family camping, rental cottages, cabins, bed and breakfast. Exceptional facing 2 Castles. Homes classified 3 ears Gîtes de France. A 3 km of auch, capital of Gascony, country, on-site....
Located 8.4 km from Castin
15 € per day
Yelloh ! Village Lac des 3 Vallées
Lectoure
An exceptional site in the valleys of Gascony! Space for nature and space. Locations well integrated in unspoilt countryside, a unique water park in the region: three lakes, a leisure...
Located 25 km from Castin
From 19 € to 46 € per day
Camping Aux Mêmes
9.6
Bellegarde
Near the tiny village of Bellegarde in Gascony just south of the Dordogne is this typical Gascogne farm with small family run 3* campsite having views of the Pyrenees and surrounding...
This sumptuous private castle is located in the heart of Gascony, a region also known as the French Tuscan. Chateau Les Charmettes is a haven of peace in a green jewel box, a 10-acre...
Located 3.8 km from Castin
Room from 195 €
Hôtel de France
7.7
Auch
The hotel offers services of higher quality within an amazing historical building located in the city center of the old City of Auch, the heart of Gascogne. All our rooms have a personal...
Located 5.7 km from Castin
Room from 72 €
Campanile Hotel Auch
7.8
Auch
The Campanile Hotel Auch is situated 3 kilometres from the city centre and features affordable accommodation near the industrial park in northern Auch. This 2-star hotel offers cosy...