From the Belvédère at Place François Dupaya, at an elevation of 110 metres, the view stretches across the hills of the Chalosse to the distant pine forest of the Landes. This viewpoint offers a direct way to experience the landscape around Montfort-en-Chalosse. There is also local history, a museum, a traditional market and trails to explore according to your interests.
Views and trails around Montfort-en-Chalosse
The Circuit du Louts starts in Montfort-en-Chalosse and is 10.8 kilometres long. It is designated as an easy two-hour hike; as a mountain biking route, it is rated very easy and listed as taking 30 minutes. These figures refer to different activities and time estimates, so you can consider the hike and mountain bike ride separately when planning. The Circuit du Louts follows the Voie Verte de Chalosse for 1.6 kilometres. This figure describes the section along the Voie Verte, while 10.8 kilometres is the total length of the circuit. Trail conditions and signage may change; check them before setting out.
Bastide, church and Fontaine des Cent marches
The orthogonal layout of Montfort-en-Chalosse suggests that it is a bastide. Bastides are newly founded towns that have been established in southern France since the 13th century. The discovery trail through the bastide of Montfort also leads to the Eglise Saint-Pierre de Josse, stop 5 on the route. The church is fully listed in the supplementary inventory of historical monuments.
Another place with historical significance is the Fontaine des Cent marches. The path leads through a bamboo grove to the fountain via the “Cent marches.” Water used to be collected there for the old washhouse. This brings together a stopping point and its former everyday purpose: the site was connected to the washhouse’s water supply.
Musée de la Chalosse and life in the 19th century
The Musée de la Chalosse presents a 19th-century estate typical of the Chalosse. It includes a traditional home, furniture, everyday objects and tools, as well as techniques and traditional skills. This offers a different way to explore local history than the walk through the bastide: the focus here is on a historic estate and the objects, techniques and knowledge of everyday life at the time.
The Musée de la Chalosse also presents the 19th-century estate on the Domaine de Carcher, typical of the Chalosse and centred on agriculture and winegrowing. The museum offers guided tours, exhibitions and activities for the whole family. The programme may change, so check it when planning your visit.
Market under the covered market hall
The traditional market in Montfort-en-Chalosse takes place on Wednesday mornings under the covered market hall. Stalls offer fruit, vegetables, fish, cured meats, pastries and takeaway meals. Alongside cultural and landscape attractions, it is also a convenient place to buy food and a meal to take away. Wednesday morning is a useful guide when planning your day; check the latest schedule before you arrive.
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Discover more destinations: Sainte-Eulalie-En-Born, Capbreton, Lévignacq, Bordères-et-Lamensans, Josse, Monget, Nassiet, Saint-Cricq-Chalosse.
For the main travel guide: Landes.
