Saint-Colomb-De-Lauzun: Heritage and Lac des Graoussettes

Saint-Colomb-de-Lauzun brings together heritage, hiking and activities on the water. When planning your stay, the historic buildings and Lac des Graoussettes offer two distinct focal points: the church, town hall and Chartreuse each tell a different story of architecture and use, while the lake is a place for fishing and outdoor trails. Other options include a hiking event, a mountain-bike circuit that starts at the car park, and seasonal farm-gate sales of vegetables. You can decide whether to focus your hotel stay on culture, outdoor activities or both.

Heritage from the church to the Chartreuse

The Église Saint-Colomban dates from the 11th and 13th centuries and was listed as a historic monument by decree on 22 February 1927. The church houses three paintings of the sanctuary, created by the local painter Tartas in the 19th century. Here, medieval building history meets later religious art. The church is open for free visits year-round until 6 p.m. As visiting arrangements may change, check locally before you travel.

The town hall is housed in an 18th-century half-timbered barn; a dovecote belonging to the town hall dates from the same period. The Chartreuse Montplaisir offers a different historical perspective: the building dates from the 17th century, was originally referred to as a château, and has been converted into tourist accommodation. Together, the three buildings offer different perspectives on the history of the town: a religious building and art, a town hall in a half-timbered building, and the transformation of a building originally referred to as a château.

Hiking and cycling

The Randonnée du Patrimoine combines a heritage theme with a specific hike. In its 2025 edition, the route covered about 3.5 kilometres and offered the chance to discover the commune’s main heritage sites. It has become a traditional gathering for hiking enthusiasts; dates vary. If you want to plan your stay around it, check the dates for the relevant edition. The distance given refers to the 2025 edition.

At Lac des Graoussettes

Lac des Graoussettes covers 32.8 hectares and is classified as a second-category fishing lake. You can fish for zander, pike and largemouth bass there; night fishing for carp is also permitted. Seasonal regulations apply, so take them into account when planning a fishing trip. A marked hiking trail runs around the lake. The Circuit VTT 9 – Le Lac des Graoussettes starts at the car park at Lac des Graoussettes in Saint-Colomb-de-Lauzun; check the route details before setting off. For choosing between walking and mountain biking, there are different points of reference: the marked trail around the lake or the mountain-bike route’s starting point at the car park.

Seasonal produce from the farm

La Ferme du Laulanet sells seasonal vegetables directly from the producer to consumers and offers farm-gate sales. The farm is open year-round, with opening hours varying by season. As the vegetables on offer depend on the season, a visit to the farm shop could be a separate activity if you would like to include local produce in your stay. Check the opening hours before visiting.

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For the broader travel overview: Lot Et Garonne.