Auvillar to Lectoure
Stage 10 · Le Chemin du Puy
Auvillar → Lectoure
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Auvillar to Lectoure · 32.5 km · up 750 m, down 670 m
The route crosses the undulating Gascon countryside to the hilltop town of Lectoure. The terrain is persistently rolling through a landscape of sunflower fields, vineyards, and mixed farming.
Lectoure sits on a ridge overlooking the Gers valley. The town was an important Gallic-Roman settlement, and the Musee Archeologique houses a remarkable collection of stone bull-head altars (tauroboliques) from the temple of Cybele. The cathedral of Saint-Gervais has a fine Gothic interior. The town is known for its production of blue dye from pastel (woad).
The Gascon countryside here produces Armagnac, foie gras, and some of the finest garlic in France.
Terrain: Rolling hills, agricultural paths, exposed sections, hilltop town approach
The day, stop by stop
- 0km
Auvillar
villageA charming village above the Garonne river classified as one of the 'Plus Beaux Villages de France', with a distinctive circular market hall and panoramic views.
View town guideRestaurantCafe - 8.4kmView town guide
Saint-Antoine
village - 12.9kmView town guide
Flamarens
village - 17kmView town guide
Miradoux
village - 21.6kmView town guide
Castet-Arrouy
village - 32.5km
Lectoure
villageA stunning Gascon cathedral town on a ridge above the Gers valley. Known for its ancient thermal springs, a local tradition of blue-dyed fabrics (Bleu de Lectoure), and excellent regional cuisine.
View town guideRestaurantCafeGroceryPharmacyATMBusClinicPost Office
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