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Fortified Villages - Sightseeing
Bastides in the Gers, France

The Gers in South-West France is known for its historic fortified villages, or 'Bastides' as they are called here. Here you will find some of the most beautiful bastides in the Gers (Gascony), some of which are situated nearby Camping La Brouquere making them excellent tourist sightseeing destinations.

Fources: a beautiful example of bastides in the Gers (Gascon), France...The oldest bastide in the Gers is the fortified village of Montréal-du-Gers build in 1255. In the 13th century many more bastides were build in the Gers, each with its own atmosphere and presence. These magnificent examples of ancient construction are certainly worth visiting!

The map below shows a selection of these bastides in the Gers (Gascony) in France. Click on a link to learn more about that tourist sightseeing destination...

Fortified villages: bastides in the Gers (Gascony), France.....
Fortified Villages - Bastides in the Gers (Gascony) - France
Larressingle Medieval fortified village.....In this small fortified village you can really feel the medieval atmosphere. Outside the fortress some ancient medieval warfare machinery is demonstrated. Take the guided tour and stroll along small shops and the little museum.
Fourcès Small circular bastide in the Gers.....The architecture of this 14th century bastide in the Gers is still very well preserved. This fortified village is almost perfectly circular and is located just some 15km north of Camping La Brouquere. Although very small, this tourist sightseeing destination is highly recommended, especially when there is a local market.