historical monuments

"Mongenan is entirely devoted to the second part of the eighteenth century. Historical documents, manuscripts, portraits, souvenirs from the French Company of the Indies, objects, precious court costumes, painted fabrics (toiles de Jouy, de Nantes and de Beautiran), plant illustrations by Jean-Jacques Rousseau, earthenware and porcelain transport the visitor to the Court of Louis XVI. A period Masonic Temple with an unusual collection of ritual objects is also accessible.

The historical site of Roquetaillade consists of two twelfth and fourteenth century fortified castles. Lived in and furnished by the same family for seven hundred years, you can admire the medieval keeps and Renaissance fireplaces, and most of all the extraordinary interior decorations by Viollet-le-Duc. You can also visit the farming museum, a 150 year old Bazadais farmhouse, and take a stroll through the park with its ancient trees. Listed as a historical monument 1840.

Authentic medieval castle from 1305.As soon as he was elected as a Pope (in 1305), Bertrand de Goth had this fortified castle built where he was born in Villandraut. His new residence combined elaborate systems of defense with refined elements of living conditions. Cultural events take place in the heart of this outstanding building. Classified historical monument.

Located near Bordeaux, this former residence of the Kings of Navarre was at one time owned by King Henri IV of France and Queen Margot. Well worth a visit : the royal apartments with period furniture, the famous medieval underground caves where prestigious Bordeaux wine is left to age, the troglodyte caves under the chateau, and various exhibitions (sarcophagi, ancient coins, weapons, parchments, etc...). There are also beautiful grounds with trees all along the famous Ciron gorges.

Cru Classé of the Graves appellation for its white wines and red wines with a 58hectares wine estate. Seigneury of the 12th century which was the hunting relay of the Dark Prince and the house of the Marie Lassere, grand mother of Montesquieu.