Where To Stay And Eat In Authentic Southwest

A wide range of welcoming accommodation and superb dining options awaits in Authentic Southwest…

HOTEL

Mercure Hôtel

The cosy and authentic Mercure Hôtel in the heart of Montauban is housed in two former private mansions, and offers superior rooms from €126, while you can dine in style at Bistro Bourdelle with its weekly changing menu (three-course menu de midi, €20).

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CHAMBRES D’HOTES La Ferme de Berteillé

A chambres d’hôtes and gîte à la ferme located in Castéra-Bouzet, La Ferme de Berteillé boasts a fine rural setting where you can enjoy homemade jams and tasty fruit juices at breakfast after a stay in a guest room or the suite with a lovely swimming pool.

www.tourisme-tarnetgaronne.fr/offres/ferme-de-berteille-castera-bouzet-fr-3227328/

Le Petit Cochon

Located just two minutes’ walk from the glorious centre of Valence-sur-Baise, Le Petit Cochon is the impeccably renovated village villa where hosts Saskia and Andrew welcome guests. Enjoy a super relaxed stay with excellent home cooked cuisine.

www.lepetit-cochon.fr

GITES

Domaine de Boulède

Just a few minutes from Monflanquin, Domaine de Boulède is a charming private holiday hamlet of five gîtes (3,4 or 5 bedrooms) and two pools where guests can really escape from it all in tranquil surroundings. Hosts Rolf and Karen are on hand to make your stay enjoyable.

www.boulede.com

Penne d’Agenais Relais de Roquefereau

Charming gites and bed and breakfast that can be found in the countryside at stunning Penne d’Agenais. This 13th-century hunting lodge has been tastefully decorated by a former Parisian gallery owner who has returned to her native region.

www.lerelaisderoquefereau.com

EAT & DRINK

Chez Antoine

Two steps from Montauban’s Place Nationale, Chez Antoine, Restaurant Omnivore, combines inspired cuisine and wood-fired cooking, using seasonal, local produce. Don’t miss the dessert showcasing Arnaud’s hazelnuts.

www.antoine-omnivore.fr

Bistrot Constant

Diners arrive from far and wide to enjoy the genteel canalside setting and superb culinary offerings of Christophe Marque in Bistrot Constant, a bustling restaurant in the dapper lockkeeper’s house.

www.bistrotconstant.com

Brasserie 1,000 Colonnes

Right in the centre of Condom, opposite the cathedral, this friendly eatery offers great value menus with local Gers produce.

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Citrus, Bistrot et Atelier

Enjoy cuisine bistronomique from former Michelin-starred chef Eric Sampietro in Condom.

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Moulin du Petit Gascon

Also in Condom, with an idyllic setting by a lock on the banks of River Baïse, enjoy a gourmet meal of fresh, local, organic produce.

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Hôtel Restaurant de l’Europe

This gastronomic restaurant in the heart of the bastide Villeréal offers truly exceptional cuisine in refined surroundings. Treat yourself to the lunchtime Menu Signature (€38).

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Auberge du Brelan

Located in Anthé (between Penne d’Agenais and Bonaguil), the kitchen at this fine restaurant is run by Cedric Fantin who trained at Hôtel Plaza Athénée and Le Bristol. Splendid terrace for summer dining and exceptional pâtisserie.

www.aubergedubrelan.com

AUTHENTIC SOUTHWEST ESSENTIALS

GETTING THERE

BY TRAIN

TGV from Paris to Agen in the heart of the destination takes 3h15.

BY PLANE

Direct flights from various UK airports to Bordeaux – just one hour from Lot et Garonne-and Toulouse airports, close to Tarn-et-Garonne.

BY CAR

From Paris, take the autoroutes to Agen or Montauban (about six hours).

TOURIST INFORMATION:

www.visit-occitanie.com/en/discovering/outstanding-destinations/occitania-south-west/

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Lead photo credit : Le Moulin du Petit Gascon