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In
the
tracks
of
Henri IV

124 km

Today's destination is the Albret country, a fiefdom of the " Gallant Green Knight " situated between the Armagnac vineyards and the Rivers Baïse and Gélise. You will discover a rich and diverse heritage, from fortified villages to Renaissance castles.



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	Leave Agen via Le Passage then take the D656 towards Roquefort. After 15 km, turn left on the D294 towards Saumont and then the D137 to Francescas (25 km), a Bastide founded in 1286 by Edward I of England. It has retained its medieval appearance, with its square and covered arcades and half-timbered houses. Here are also the remains of the seat of La Hire, the lord of the area and the celebrated companion of Joan of Arc.
	The 13th century church with its beautiful galleries. . The Metal Box Museum. Tel :05.53.65.40.04
	Le Relais de la Hire. Tel :05.53.65.41.59 Restaurant de la Paix. Tel :05.53.65.41.41

	Continue on the D137r After 5 km, fork right to Moncrabeau (9 km). A site famous for its annual " Festival of Lies " (first Sunday in August). A signposted 40 minute tour explains the " Liers' Academy ", which was founded in the 18th century.
	Restaurant Le Phare. Tel :05.53.65.42.08

	Carry on until you meet the D930. Take the D219 ahead and then after 3 km turn right towards Artigues. Carry straight on to Le Fréchou (13 km). Panoramic views.
	The 13th century castle and the 13th century church which houses a 16th century painted figure of Christ.

	Return to the D149. Turn right to Mézin (11 km). The birthplace of Armand Fallières (1841-1931), President of the Republic (1906-1913) and President of the Senate (1899). Staging post on the road to Santiago de Compostella. Shops. Bar / Restaurant.
	the church of St. Jean Baptiste (12th century). Attractive springs. The Cork Museum, archaeological section. Tel :05.53.65.68.16
	Wine, Floc (a fortified, sweet aperitif wine) and Armagnac. The Cooperative Wine Cellars, Tel :05.53.65.53.55 Local produce, Farmhouse Floc and Armagnac. M. Tadieu, Tel :05.53.65.73.76. Panoramic view with a map. Restaurant Les Sept Princes, Tel :05.53.65.83.04

	Continue on the D656 to Poudenas (4 km). A charming village alongside the River Gélise. Superb tree-filled park.
	the 13th century church, the restored mill. 13th century castle restored in the 16th century. Tel :05.53.65.78.86

	Continue on the D656 to Sos (6 km). A picturesque village of half-timbered houses on a promontory. Archaeological garden at the Mairie. Panoramic views over the Landes forest. Shops. Bar / Restaurant.
	Restaurant Le Postillon, Tel :05.53.65.60.27 Wine, Floc, Armagnac : Domaine de Campet, Tel :05.53.65.63.60

	Carry on the D109 to Barbaste (20 km). Shops. Bar / Restaurant. The mill here was the origin of one of Henri IV's nicknames " The Miller of Barbaste ". Bar / Restaurant. Landscaped lake.
	The Mill of the 4 Towers (13th century), an interesting fortified construction next to a Romanesque bridge.
	La Table du Meunier, Tel :05.53.97.06.60
	Harpsicord maker. M. Humeau, Tel :05.53.65.57.24 Bookbinding. Mme Lamolle, Tel :05.53.65.51.56

	Take the D930 to Nérac (6 km). This charming town on the banks of the Baïse was the fiefdom of the Albret family. Here Henri of Navarre, the future Henri IV, passed his childhood and he returned here in 1576. Under the influence of the " Gallant Green Knight's " mother and grandmother, the town became an important Protestant spiritual and cultural centre in the 16th century. Signposted pedestrian historical tour. Shops. Bar / Restaurant.Mooring facilities.
	The Renaissance castle housing the Albret Museum. Tel :05.53.65.21.11 The Garenne Royal Park, enlarged by Queen Margot, with its ancient trees. The 18th century church of St Nicolas. The Lecture Rooms, the House of Romase
	Wine, Floc, Armagnac. Château du Frandat. Tel :05.53.65.23.83 Château Pierron. 05.53.65.05.52 Restaurant du Château. Tel :05.53.65.09.05 Restaurant Aux Délices du Roy. Tel :05.53.65.81.12 La Cigale chocolate manufacturers. Tel :05.53.65.15.73 La Maison du Canard. Tel :05.53.65.01.01 Ducks. Aux Contes d'Albret. Tel :05.53.65.18.73
	" Cruou " Arts in Porcelaine . Tel :05.53.65.34.31

Return to Agen on the D656 (30 km).

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