Discover Captieux

Captieux is a stopping point on the Way of St. James and an integral part of the Landes de Gascogne Regional Natural Park. This brings together a range of themes to consider when planning a trip: the pilgrimage route, trails through the countryside, markets and culture. If you’re looking for a hotel in Captieux, start by thinking about the focus of your stay: will the route, an outing to the lake, the market or a cultural event be the deciding factor? The places and activities below show the different ways to enjoy a stay in the area.

Weekly market and local life

The weekly market takes place on Monday mornings in Place de l’église. Stalls sell wine, poultry, fruit and vegetables. As the schedule and mix of products may change, check the latest information if you’re planning your visit around it.

The selection also includes a variety of fresh fish, seasonal catches and local trout from Ferme du Ciron. This is a more recent addition; check its current availability before your visit.

Nature trails at Lac de Taste and across the plateaus

Lac de Taste is 2 km from the village of Captieux. A circular trail goes around the lake and includes a purpose-built fitness trail for walking or running. There is a small beach by the lake, suitable for a quiet picnic. Swimming is prohibited to protect this natural setting. You can therefore plan a walk and a peaceful break on the beach, but swimming is not an option.

The Route des Airials offers a different perspective on the landscape. This discovery trail crosses the plateaus of Gironde and showcases traditional airials, with their open settlement layout. It starts at Captieux town hall square, opposite the church. The contrast with Lac de Taste is clear: there, the focus is on the lakeside trail and fitness route; here, it’s the traditional settlement pattern of the plateaus.

Art, culture and events

“Le Pavillon” by Didier Marcel is work no. 17 in the Forêt d’Art Contemporain, located on the A65 in Captieux. Set between the forest and the motorway, it connects the perspectives of motorists and walkers. Three solid shafts support a scaled-down Canadian tent. The unusual difference in scale defines the work’s form, setting it apart from the landscape and pilgrimage routes that also characterise Captieux.

Captieux also has a cinema and a cultural centre. The cultural centre hosts numerous performances, although the programme may change. If you’d like to include a performance in your travel plans, check what’s scheduled for your dates. The “Rugby y toros” Feria is held regularly in Captieux in June; the exact dates may vary from year to year. It’s also worth checking the dates in advance for your planned trip.

Discover more destinations: Saint-Philippe-D'aiguille, Bellefond, Le Haillan, Les Billaux, Abzac, Saint-Médard-En-Jalles, Saint-Germain-de-la-Rivière, Queyrac.

For the broader travel overview: Gironde.