exploring
We love
the authentic neighbouring Gascon
villages, their little streets
and buildings full of history
Markets
L'Isle-en-Dodon, located halfway between Toulouse and the Pyrenees, is an authentic village in the heart of Comminges and an 11th century fortified town with its pretty houses, awnings and half-timbered buildings; typical of the Gascon region. From La Rivière you can easily follow La Save into town to explore the small historic center, have a drink on a café terrace or shop for local produce at the Saturday market. A hilly region worth exploring to discover the authentic Gascon villages nearby, with beautiful little streets and magnificent views of the Pyrenees. There are several walks to choose from that leave directly from the house, on foot or by bike.
A multitude of pretty little villages to explore full of charm and history.
Markets
Monday : SAMATAN 15 minutes from La Rivière Vacances : One of the largest markets in the South West, known as "Marché au Gras" in the heart of the historic centre of Samatan. You can then head to our favourite restaurant, "La Table d'Olivier" where in summer, its shaded terrace awaits (booking several weeks in advance is essential)..
Tuesday : AURIGNAC 35 minutes away - pretty town with mountain views, good restaurants and remnants of a castle that can be visited. Also home to the Musée de l’Aurignacien home to some of the earliest evidence of modern humans in Europe who lived in this region in the Upper Paleolithic period.MASSEUBE25 minutes away
Wednesday : BOULOGNE-SUR-GESSE 20 minutes away, GIMONT 35 minutes away
Thursday : RIEUMES 35 minutes away, AUCH 50 minutes away (plenty of things to see here if you want to make a day of it!)
Saturday : L'ISLE-EN-DODON, L'ISLE-JOURDAIN, CASTELNAU-MAGNOAC 30 minutes away