Discover Pellefigue: Lake, Hiking and Heritage

Lac de la Marcaoue lies at the foot of Pellefigue and is an irrigation lake. There is also a hiking route that passes through Pellefigue, and the Église Saint-Antoine, with several datable architectural and artistic works. If you are looking for a hotel for a stay in Pellefigue, these local features offer different points of reference: fishing comes with specific rules, the route has a stated timeframe, and the church brings together different historical periods.

Lake and fishing

Pellefigue is included in the type 2 ZNIEFF “Cours de la Gimone et de la Marcaoue.” The INPN data sheet for it is available in an edition dated June 12, 2024. The lake description and the area designation have different scopes: Lac de la Marcaoue is the specific irrigation lake at the foot of Pellefigue; the ZNIEFF designation refers to Pellefigue as a municipality within the named zone.

Fishing at Lac de la Marcaoue is subject to clear restrictions: fishing is prohibited from the dam. When fishing from a boat, a maximum of two fishing rods per angler is allowed. The rules therefore cover different aspects: the fishing location and the number of rods per person. Check the current fishing regulations before you fish, as they may change.

Église Saint-Antoine: portal, tower and paintings

The Église Saint-Antoine offers several specific points of interest for those interested in cultural history. Its entrance portal, dating from the 14th century, survived the Huguenot destruction of 1570. The tower received a spire in 1870. Behind the altar is also a signed painting by Lagarde from 1809: it depicts the Crucifixion with the Virgin Mary and Saint Anthony and is listed in the inventory of historic monuments.

The dates refer to different features and events: the portal dates from the 14th century, the destruction followed in 1570, the painting was created in 1809, and the spire was added in 1870. This makes it possible to distinguish the church’s older fabric, a historical event and later additions. The combination of architecture and religious art makes it a subject in its own right, alongside the lake and hiking route.

Hiking route through Pellefigue

The Coteaux et Vallée de l’Esquinson hiking trail passes through Pellefigue. It is 17 kilometres long, takes five hours and is of moderate difficulty. The distance, duration and difficulty rating offer different points of reference for planning: the duration gives you a sense of the time involved, while the distance identifies it as a longer hike. The stated moderate difficulty rating adds another planning detail.

Farm shop sales

Ferme du Parladère sells its products locally and directly. If you plan to visit the farm shop, check availability with the farm before you go. This adds a practical connection to regional produce alongside the nature, hiking and cultural attractions described, without requiring you to follow a particular itinerary.

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