Monflanquin

Monflanquin

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownMonflanquinLacaussade at 5.9 km (6 min)
Insee code47175Savignac-sur-Leyze at 6.4 km (7 min)
Postcode47150Laussou at 7.4 km (8 min)
Latitude44.5327480Montagnac-sur-Lède at 7.5 km (8 min)
Longitude0.7677170La Sauvetat-sur-Lède at 9 km (10 min)
AltitudeFrom 64 to 207 metersSalles at 9.4 km (10 min)
Surface62.21 km²Boudy-de-Beauregard at 9.7 km (11 min)
Population2342 inhabitantsSaint-Étienne-de-Villeréal at 10.2 km (11 min)
Density38 inhabitants/km²Saint-Aubin at 10.8 km (11 min)
National labelsGavaudun at 11.5 km (13 min)
Chief townAgen (at 49 km, 50 min)Monségur at 11.9 km (12 min)
DepartmentLot-et-GaronneVilleréal at 12.3 km (13 min)
RegionAquitaineSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Monflanquin is a picturesque country house from the 13th century, perched on his "sin", located in a hilly area, between Agen, Perigord and Quercy, by Stendhal compared to "a small Tuscany. It celebrated its 750th anniversary in 2006.

Alphonse de Poitiers, Comte de Toulouse creates Bastide in 1256 with the signing of the Charter of Customs, establishing political and civil liberties for citizens.

Communes of the Aquitaine region, located north-east of the Lot-et-Garonne, in the district of Villeneuve-sur-Lot, Monflanquin is the capital of Canton. She is a member of the Community of Communes "Bastide and Castles in Guyenne.

Its municipal area covers 6 221 hectares. There are 2 352 inhabitants according to the latest census through 2004.

The village is fortunate to have inherited from past centuries, a legacy of exceptionally well preserved, ranked one of the most beautiful villages of France and the label receiving station green holiday.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Features:
  • Place des Arcades.
  • The Church of St. Andrew.
  • Home of the Black Prince.
  • The "Carrerot" lanes reserved for pedestrians.
  • Houses (stone houses, timbered houses).
  • The museum Bastides (located in the Tourist Office) allows to understand the phenomenon of "new towns" of the 13th century. Guided tours of the museum throughout the year for groups (by reservation). Tours for individuals throughout the year.
  • A tour map will be given free to the Tourist Office to discover the country house and its history.
  • Guided tours of the bastide Monflanquin for groups (all year), by reservation. For individuals, a tour of the country house in summer.
  • For more information, contact the Tourist Office Monflanquin to +33 5 53 36 40 19.
Detailed information
Information pointsVisitor Information Centre of Monflanquin
Leisure centresRacecourse of the Allègres

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Traditional market on Thursday morning, year round (up Arcades).
  • May 8: Frequently Asked Wine and Cheese (place des Arcades).
  • June 21: Fête de la Musique (village).
  • Summer: Farmers Market Country every Thursday evening (place des Arcades).
  • The 13 and 14 July: Flea Antiques Fair (place des Arcades and angles).
  • July 14: Noon: City Hall reception hosted by the local band. The evening of July 14 balls and fireworks.
  • Mid-August (the 15 and 16): Medieval Feasts (village).
  • Late August or September: Frequently Asked regional and traditional foods (up Arcades).
  • The 1st Monday of December and the weekend preceding it: Feast of Saint Andrew (place des Arcades, corners and bottom of the village).

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Historic Sites - Museums - Other cultural sites:
  • Gavaudun Castle (12 km from Monflanquin).
  • Moulin du Cros to Montagnac sur Lede (8 km from Monflanquin).
  • Museum of Ceramics Bernard Palissy Lacapelle-Biron (14 km from Monflanquin).
  • Bonaguil Castle (20 km Monflanquin).
  • Chateau de Biron (17 km from Monflanquin).
  • Natural Site: Gavaudun Valley, World Heritage of UNESCO since 1999.
  • Hobbies and activities:
  • Accrobranche (course in the trees) to Lacapelle-Biron (14 km from Monflanquin).
  • Farm Tours (foie gras, prunes, cheese, wine ...).
  • Soaps in a place called Martinez.
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Monflanquin, place des Arcades
 
Monflanquin to church
Monflanquin, market place des Arcades
 
Museum Bastides
Monflanquin, field of rapeseed
 
Medieval Feasts of Monflanquin
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Tuesday 5 June
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RESTAURANTS 
Les remparts
Castillonnès
Welcome to the Hotel Restaurant Les Remparts Castillonnès located in the department of Lot-et-Garonne. We are located in the heart of the green valley of the Dropt on the edge of the...
Located 19.3 km from MonflanquinFrom 25 € to 50 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Château de St Paul    
10
Boudy-de-Beauregard
In the West Wing: 3 en-suite bedrooms each with a double bed and with their own en-suite bathrooms. 1 of the room is equiped with a supplementary single bed. The West Wing has a large...
Located 8.2 km from MonflanquinFrom 70 € to 105 € the double room 
Le Pré Joli, 4 chambres d'hôtes  
Beaugas
Welcome to Pretty Pre! The house is very simple view from the road, but the bypass and you discover a friendly terrace and swimming pool that opens onto a panoramic view of green rolling...
Located 11.6 km from Monflanquin50 € the double room 
Chambres d'hôtes Les Faures  
Cancon
In the undulating landscape, surrounded by the plum and hazelnut orchards, in a recently-converted ancient farm with timber framing and stone walls we have installed and furnished cosy...
Located 12.1 km from MonflanquinFrom 70 € to 75 € the double room 

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Monflanquin
Looking for a vacation idea to gather your friends and family in a friendly family atmosphere..  You like good wine, good food, castles, caves, prehistoric sites and parks, or just...
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Marcou, les figuiers de Monflanquin : 16
Monflanquin
Looking for a vacation idea to bring your family and friends in a warm, family atmosphere... If you like good wine, good food, castles, caves, prehistoric sites and parks, or just lazing...
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Gite de fargues  
10
Monflanquin
Private pool has exclusive use of this unique cottage. In an old farmhouse (restored) périgourdine 18th century charming cottage without any opposite, and ensuring the peace and the...
Located in MonflanquinFrom 300 € to 990 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping des Bastides    
9.2
Salles
Bastide campsite is a camping located at Salles (Aquitaine, France). It offers camping terraces and shady pitches. It is possible to rent tents, caravans and bungalows. The campground...
Located 9.5 km from MonflanquinFrom 15 € to 26.50 € per day 
Les catalpas    
9.5
Fumel
Located in the heart of South West between Périgord and Gascony and the first orchard in France, Positioned at the crossroads of 3 departments (Lot, Lot et Garonne and Dordogne) our...
Located 17.9 km from MonflanquinFrom 15 € to 19 € per day 
Camping municipal la ferrette  
Castillonnès
Camping located in the northern Lot-et-Garonne, 3 km from the Dordogne region rich in cultural and gastronomic pleasure cottages of france. Animation, aqua-gym, games for adults and...
Located 19.1 km from Monflanquin10.50 € per day 

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HOTELS
Chambres d'Hôtes Les Bourdeaux 
Monflanquin
Chambres d'Hôtes Les Bourdeaux is located just an 8-minute drive from the market town of Montflanquin. You can use the outdoor chess board, relax in the swimming pool or read a book...
Located in MonflanquinRoom from 70 €
Pierre & Vacances La Résidence du Lac     
8.8
Monflanquin
The residence lies in a beautiful, leafy setting on the shores of a lake in a huge landscaped park. It is made up of houses and apartments, and the architecture is based on the local...
Located in MonflanquinRoom from 29 €
Logis Hotel Monform     
7.5
Monflanquin
Situated in the heart of the South West of France, the Logis Hotel Monform is in a charming village on a hill overlooking the valley Lede. Flowered paths lead to comfortable rooms,...
Located in MonflanquinRoom from 49 €

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Le Domaine Du Golf D'albret Golf & Resort
This Domaine Du Golf is located on an 18-hole golf course in the Lot-et-Garonne countryside. It has an 2 swimming pools,...
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