Montégut

Montégut

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownMontégut
Insee code32282
Postcode32550
Latitude43.6515240
Longitude0.6455130
AltitudeFrom 135 to 257 meters
Surface11.42 km²
Population573 inhabitants
Density50 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief townAuch (at 7.2 km, 12 min)Pessan at 4.2 km (5 min)
DepartmentGersLeboulin at 4.2 km (10 min)
RegionMidi-PyrénéesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Located at the gates of Auch, Montégut is a village perched around an imposing castle. This provision places which earned him his name, it would be awarded since the Roman period or Gallo-Roman (Monte Accuto). In Gascon and Occitan language we find also: Mount Agut.

The village had to be fortified in the Middle Ages, the gate current is the former site of the drawbridge. The oldest parts of the castle date from the 13th century as the most Gascon castles (built during the Hundred Years War). It was redesigned in the 15th and 16th centuries, when the Renaissance to make it more comfortable. The 3rd and final period of renewal is the 18th and 19th to give the present appearance of a rectangular house with two square towers and extensive terraces with balustrades all surrounded by a French garden. This building is private and not open to visitors.

Nearby, on the town is Castle Roquetaillade (nineteenth century) to cover a broad slate roof comprising of teams from the 18th century. Currently this building is a pediatric rehabilitation center that belongs to the Order of Malta. The chapel is Roquetaillade aspect novel inside you may notice a font ribbed column and an ancient statue of Saint Jacques 17th century. The town is crossed by the route of the road to Arles Saint-Jacques de Compostela classified World Heritage by UNESCO.

Since the trail crosses Roquetaillade remarkable landscapes where ocean climate and Mediterranean climate are competing for influence on the flora and fauna. Four miles away, perched on a perpendicular rock, the village is taking shape at the bend of the wood fairies including a former mill is also known (turn fairies).


SIGHTSEEING

Castle Montégut, even if he did not visit, is seeing its promontory.

The church and tower of fairies.

Take the Road to Santiago.

Chapel Roquetaillade.

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Castle Montégut
 
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Saturday 25 May
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RESTAURANTS 
Campanile Auch  
7.3
  SPECIAL OFFER
Auch
Welcome to the Campanile Auch city, situated in the Gers. The hotel welcomes you in a warm atmosphere and offers an interior with more contemporary lines. Sit indoors and enjoy the...
Located 2.7 km from Montégut19 € per person 
La Table d'Oste  
7.5
Auch
The restaurant offers La Table d'Oste discover Gascon specialties around the farm products. Chef Patrick Bonnans applies to concoct creative cuisine. A pleasant, ideal for meals with...
Located 4.8 km from Montégut42 € per person 
Le Papillon  
9
Montaut-les-Créneaux
A few kilometers from Auch, Le Papillon invites you on a gastronomic time to enjoy its peaceful atmosphere. Pastel colored walls and large windows invite you to enjoy the scenery while...
Located 6.1 km from Montégut32 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Compans libou  
Lamaguère
Evelyn and Bernard are available for your holiday in the Gers, 2 guest rooms can accommodate 3 persons per room. A separate space is provided for breakfast. Weather permitting you will...
Located 19.6 km from Montégut50 € the double room 
La Grange aux arts    
9.7
Estipouy
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 23 km from Montégut53 € the double room 
Maison de la porte fortifiée  
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 27 km from MontégutFrom 100 € to 130 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Domaine En Laurenc 5p & 8p =13 total
Castelnau-Barbarens
New for 2013: indoor tenniscourt at the spot. 'En Laurenc' is our farm in the South of France where we have 2 gîtes (selfcatering guesthouses). There is one gîte for 4/5 persons and...
Located 9.4 km from MontégutFrom 1750 € to 2950 € per week 
Gite de Saint-Bent  
9.6
Boulaur
Another way zen bio and enjoy your holidays! Situated 65 km from Toulouse and 20 km from Auch, Gers in the hills overlooking the Pyrenees, on an organic property 5000sqm in lush greenery....
Located 13.6 km from MontégutFrom 600 € to 1350 € per week 
La Taupinière du Gers, gîte de caractère  
9.6
Moncorneil-Grazan
Lodging available in newly restored property for 2 or 4 people, in half-timbered house of 1740, located in picturesque gersoise countryside. Calm, cordial and homely place. Completely...
Located 22 km from MontégutFrom 290 € to 490 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping Aux Mêmes    
9.5
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...
Located 25 km from Montégut21 € 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 28 km from MontégutFrom 19 € to 46 € per day 
Flower Camping du Lac de Thoux St-Cricq    
7.8
Thoux
Holidays for all the family in the Gers countryside, 35 km from Toulouse and Auch. A 3-star camping site next to a 70-hectare lake with plenty of fish. The leisure park features a sandy...
Located 29 km from MontégutFrom 16 € to 26 € per day 

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HOTELS
Campanile Hotel Auch     
7.6
Auch
The Campanile Hotel Auch is situated 3 km from the city centre and features low-cost accommodation near the industrial park in northern Auch. Free Wi-Fi access and a TV are provided...
Located 1.5 km from MontégutRoom from 36 €
Logis Hotel Le Domaine de Baulieu     
8.8
Auch
Situated in Auch, in the Gascogne region, this former farmhouse is set in the heart of the French countryside. It offers an outdoor swimming pool and free access to a relaxation area...
Located 2.3 km from MontégutRoom from 69 €
Hôtel de France     
7.8
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 5.1 km from MontégutRoom from 72 €

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