Cauvignac has been inhabited since antiquity. Roman coins and traces of a villa have been discovered here.
Renting a holiday apartment in Cauvignac can be part of planning your stay.
Culture
The Église Saint-Aignan forms the heart of Cauvignac’s medieval village. The church is documented as having been built in the 12th century. Its chevet is partially protected as a historic monument; the listing was made by decree dated 21 November 1925.
Nature
The ZNIEFF Coteaux calcaires du Lisos is located within the municipality of Cauvignac. Dry orchid grasslands are found in this area; the ZNIEFF is also designated under the Habitats Directive. The Lysos valley near Cauvignac is wooded.
Things to Do
The Le long du Lysos route begins in the centre of Cauvignac. It is 26.6 km long, takes 3 hours, and has a moderate difficulty level. Along the way, it offers views of the landscapes of southern Gironde.
Another named route is the Route de la transhumance, which stops in the village of Cauvignac every year.
