We can never repeat it enough, 47 is France's vegetable garden. For what ? Because Garonne ! A nourishing river par excellence, its wide valley regularly amended by annual floods makes it a territory of opulence for all cultures. Here, between the river and the hillsides, it grows well and well...

But be careful not to call it “the Garonne”. Here, it’s just Garonne! A great lady who we call by her nickname. Whether we venerate her or fear her, she never leaves us indifferent. Of course, Garonne has her whims and her anger. But did you know that it also has its colors? Whether it is green or red, white or yellow, you must always follow your rhythm. Because in Val de Garonne, it is she who sets the LA.

This time it's decided, you are finally ready to try the adventure of a canoe trip on the waves of the Garonne. Two essential addresses: UST Kayak in Tonneins and Garonne canoes in Hure. Whether you are seasoned or Sunday sportsman, tribes or family, you are sure to find what you are looking for. 

Tomato cherry on the cake

imagine a picnic alone in the world on a sandbank in the middle of the river.

Now push the door Fools of Garonne, the most connected discovery site on the river and its valley. Mapping, virtual reality headset and 3D animation will help you discover Garonne in all its Couthures. Because it is in this charming village that our river puts on a show every year. What could be more normal to be at the top of the bill when we know that the town also serves as a showcase for International Journalism Festival of the daily newspaper Le Monde in mid-July.
A little hungry after all these adventures? 

Here, Garonne is generous and in its valley, fresh produce is king. Strawberry, tomato and kiwi fruit production is full of sunshine and benefits from the bounty of the river and its rich alluvial deposits. Only 5 fruits and vegetables per day? Little players! The Val de Garonne is the Deluxe vegetable garden!


Now that you have regained your strength, it is time to exercise again Garorock. Garo, for short, is the flagship event in Marmande. The biggest stars of the moment will meet you in the Filhole plain at the end of June. Rock, Hip-Hop, Rap, there is something for everyone. The Val de Garonne will make you move like never before!

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