Our names are Christelle, Stéphane, Solenn, Christophe and many others… We are part of the Tourist Office team and we have a real passion for our territory: the Val de Garonne! We don't just work there, we live there too... Let yourself be guided by our moods, our desires, the seasons to make you love this little piece of the South-West so endearing that we wouldn't leave for anything at all. world…
A Mondoclowns music-hall version “Parissimo”
A fan from the start... Mondoclowns has become for me one of the unmissable events in Val de Garonne which opens the year with good humor, derision and extravagance! I will always remember this day when the future Artistic Director of the future Mondoclowns Festival, Thierry Planès, came to me…
Discovery of the Parra house
After 3 ½ years of work, Maison Parra opened its doors in June 2023. Here is my feedback after visiting the place, but I will not tell you too much because it is a house which contains many secrets to discover on site! The house is located in an alley in the…
I tested the So bike!
We have already been impatiently waiting for several months for the opening of the “SO Vélo” in its entirety! This new greenway linking Marmande to Pindères in the Landes, crossing landscapes of agricultural plains then Landes forest, overlooking the Garonne then the canal, linking the pretty city of tomatoes (Alias Marmande) and…
He fell “Fous de Garonne”
How to convince a Bordeaux resident that the Middle Garonne is much more beautiful, wild and mysterious than the maritime Garonne in Bordeaux? Give him an immersive experience among the “Fous de Garonne” in Couthures-sur-Garonne! However, having lived in Marmande for several years, my companion had never yet had the opportunity to visit our…
Meeting with Adrien Matard from M’Adventure Parc
Located in Coussan (Marmande) this new park offers many activities! Paintball, pedal karts, beach volleyball, ping-pong, bowling alley... And for moments of break, relax on hammocks or on the banks of the Garonne. The M'adbar is a real plus for its snacks and evening concerts! The place…
Enjoy the Garonne canal…
Ahhh, I love this place! In the shade of the plane trees, traversing the rich heritage of the villages bordering it, green, calm and relaxing, the Garonne canal is certainly less famous than its "big brother" the Canal du Midi but frankly, it does not have to blush! From Toulouse to Castets-en-Dorthe near…
Meeting with Olivier from the Museum of Mysteries
Olivier, the curator of the Museum of Mysteries, opens his doors to you... Immerse yourself in his mysterious and thrilling universe! More information on the Museum of Mysteries in Marmande: www.mysteum.fr
A unique opportunity to see the Val de Garonne differently!
On the Easter weekend, the inhabitants of Val de Garonne had the opportunity to enjoy an exceptional show with the training of the French hot air balloon team. And of course, I took advantage of it... Everything happened between April 08 and 10, 2023, as a foretaste of what we are going to experience this summer. 10…
The 5 exceptional places to discover…
It's well known, in Val de Garonne we love to innovate and surprise! The field of possibilities is open: Rocked on the waves, immersed in the Far West, balanced on the side of quays on the Garonne or in meditation in the heart of 'a haven of peace… In Val de Garonne we have it for…
A bachelor or bachelorette party: We have everything you need!
The Val de Garonne is a lovely playground for organizing a bachelor or bachelorette party! With an ideal location in the center of the South-West, 1 hour from Bordeaux and 1 hours from Toulouse, it is an atypical destination offering a range of activities and good value for money. Here you don’t…
I tried the hike to Grateloup-Saint-Gayrand!
Hiking enthusiasts, the Val de Garonne is a lovely playground. It’s a great area to walk with the family. It's pretty, without climbing and without much difficulty. Mother of two kids aged 5 and 7, I have often restricted myself from going on long hikes in recent years. Indeed,…
7 reasons to be amazed by the Val de Garonne…
You have not yet chosen your next vacation, you are lacking inspiration, so read this article and you will no longer have any hesitation in planning your next stay. After wandering around France for 20 years, I settled down in Lot-et-Garonne again in 2021, after leaving there in 2001. It…
Meet Nathalie for foodies!
The Cap'itou Boutique located in Virazeil offers local products with local flavors. You will find there, the star of the establishment, foie gras but not only! It is also a good address for gourmet gift ideas!
Christelle's best photo spots
My 5 tips for successful photos: Choose to shoot in the morning or at the end of the day during the “golden hours”! These moments which follow or precede sunrises and sunsets. The light, the colors, the contrasts are generally TOP! The sun at your back and…
Meeting with Franck and his passion for ULM!
Franck Remazeilles, President and instructor at the Fourques-sur-Garonne ULM base, talks to you about his passion for work which has driven him for many years! This structure, located in a clear and pleasant environment, offers packages suitable for everyone. , from the first flight to the pilot's license through the discovery course. Supervision of the activity is ensured…
Meet Adelaide and her canoes on the Garonne!
Adélaïde Savoye, from the association "Les Canoës de Garonne" in Meilhan-sur-Garonne, shares her secrets with you and takes you into her world! Discover a whole and passionate personality in this interview! To find out more: www.canoesdegaronne. jimdofree.com
Meet Dominique, a female pilot!
Dominique, captain of Bateaux de Garonne, shares his passion with us: water and navigation. On the Garonne or along the Garonne Canal, 3 boarding locations are available: Couthures-sur-Garonne, Tonneins and Mas-d'Agenais. The La Couthuraine discovery walk: in July and August, Tuesday to Sunday at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 14 p.m., 15 p.m.…
Meeting with Christelle for a moment of relaxation!
Meeting with Christelle, practitioner at Harmonia well-being massage. Different services are offered to you for a moment of rest and relaxation (body oil massage, Thai foot reflexology, hot stone massage). With this weather, it's time to plan a little massage to take care of yourself... Find out more
How to plant succulent Marmande tomatoes?
Everyone knows, Marmande is the world and universal capital of tomatoes! It is part of the regional heritage, know-how jealously passed down from generation to generation. But, did you know that the Marmande tomato has three tasty varieties that differ in shape. They are ideal for cooking up a good breakfast…
Meet Théo to attack the Roches de Reculé!
Do you want to be as close as possible to nature and enjoy a unique descent by canoe or kayak, to discover the banks of the Garonne in Tonneins? With the USTCK, it's possible, several starting points are possible: Les Roches de Reculé (30 minutes), Monheurt (1 to 2 hours) and…
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