In Taller, you can choose between focusing on local history and taking a tour through the pine forest. The fortified Church of Saint-Barthélémy and other historic buildings give the first option its character; the Lo Camin de Hè circular route offers a specific distance and two possible ways to travel for the second. The Via Turonensis also shapes the area’s identity: Taller lies on a section of this pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela.
Church and architectural history in Taller
The Church of Saint-Barthélémy was built in the 13th century. Its fortifications can be seen in the loopholes on the south façade of the nave and in the bell tower; its solid, square form also defines the building. This means the fortified design can be viewed through several specific features, rather than being identified by just one detail.
The washhouse is in the village center, near the church on the banks of the Palue. It was probably built in the 19th century. Its oval basin of smoothed concrete is unique in the Landes département. The washhouse is no longer in use, but it is still supplied with water and maintained as a reminder of the past. As its condition may change, it is best to check before your visit.
Other buildings add to the picture: the Salle des réunions in Taller is an Art Nouveau building erected around 1910 by architect Pomade. Opposite the church, the former Art Deco presbytery bears a plaque in honor of Abbé Victor Doussy. The different architectural styles and periods offer another way to explore local history, beyond the fortified church.
Fountains, tradition, and a walking tour
The Fontaine Saint Eutrope has been documented since 1863. Historically, people sought Saint Eutrope’s help there for rheumatism. Until 1920, a procession took place on April 30 or the following Sunday, traveling from the church to the Fontaine. The fountain and procession therefore also reflect a religious tradition that is part of the village’s history.
The Circuit du Patrimoine de Taller passes nine local heritage sites, each presented on an information board. If you plan to take this tour, it is best to check access arrangements before your visit. The nine stops make the tour a way to bring together several aspects of the local heritage.
Lo Camin de Hè and the Landes forest
The Lo Camin de Hè circular route in Taller is 9.5 km long, can be covered on foot or by bicycle, and winds through pine forest. It offers a specific alternative to focusing your stay on the buildings and local heritage. The route and activities are clearly described; check the route information locally, as details may change.
The Lo Camin de Hè greenway, called “Le Chemin de Fer” in Gascon, follows the former Landes railway line between Vielle-Saint-Girons and Taller, passing through Linxe and Castets. The name refers to the former railway track; its current description as a greenway and circular route offers a different way to experience the landscape. Along with the Via Turonensis, these provide two distinct route connections: a pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela and a route along a former railway line.
Plan your stay
A self-catering group gîte with a maximum capacity of five is available year-round at Taller Town Hall. If you are considering this accommodation, check the arrangements before your trip. Its limited capacity is an important planning factor; at the same time, Taller—with its local history and 9.5 km circular route—offers options for different types of stay.
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See the regional travel overview: Landes.
