Captieux is a stage town on the Way of St. James and an integral part of the Landes de Gascogne Regional Nature Park. Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Captieux will choose accommodation based on the town.
Market and Local Products
Captieux’s weekly market takes place on Monday mornings at Place de l’église. Wine, poultry, fruit and vegetables are sold there. The market also offers fresh and varied fish, seasonal catches and local trout from Ferme du Ciron.
Culture
“Le Pavillon” by Didier Marcel is work no. 17 of the Forêt d’Art Contemporain on the A65 in Captieux. The work is located between the forest and the motorway and connects the perceptions of motorists and walkers. It consists of three solid shafts topped by a scaled-down Canadian tent.
Nature and Trails
Lac de Taste is located 2 km from the village of Captieux. A path leads around Lac de Taste and includes a landscaped sports trail for walking or running. There is a small beach by the lake, suitable for a peaceful picnic. Swimming in Lac de Taste is prohibited to protect this natural setting.
The Route des Airials is a discovery loop through the plateaus of Gironde and introduces traditional airials with an open settlement structure. It starts at the town hall square in Captieux, opposite the church.
Events and History
The “Rugby y toros” feria takes place regularly in Captieux in June. The “Fête des Bœufs Gras” takes place in Captieux in February. Captieux also has a cinema and a cultural centre where numerous performances are held. The historic Ville of Captieux was an old settlement subordinate to the castle, of the fortified castle-settlement type.
