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BOOK AN OFFICIAL GUIDE TO VISIT LECTOURE

Lectoure is a picturesque town located in the Gers, in the Occitanie region, which seduces with its historic charm and bucolic setting. Overlooking the Garonne valley, Lectoure offers a magnificent panorama of the surrounding hills and its agricultural land. Accompanied by a guide, you can stroll through its cobbled streets and discover its rich architectural heritage, notably the Saint-Gervais-et-Saint-Protais cathedral, dating from the 13th century, as well as its half-timbered houses and private mansions. The guide will tell you the fascinating history of this ancient episcopal city, once a strategic place in the Middle Ages, and will introduce you to curiosities such as the remains of its ramparts and its restored windmill. In addition, a guided tour will allow you to better understand local traditions, in particular the production of Armagnac, the region’s specialty, and to discover local artisans. Lectoure is also an excellent starting point for exploring the Gers countryside, with its sunflower fields, bastides and authentic villages. A local guide will enrich your experience by sharing with you anecdotes and well-kept secrets of this beautiful Gers city.