The bastide of Mauvezin d'Armagnac was founded in 1280 through a paréage agreement signed by the English King Edward I and Guillaume de Mauvezin. Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Mauvezin-d'Armagnac can add the town to their list of travel destinations.
History and Architectural Heritage
The street bastide of Mauvezin-d'Armagnac has half-timbered houses and preserves an ancient feudal motte.
The Église Saint-Pierre is also known as Notre-Dame. Its foundation dates back to 1026; it was rebuilt in the 18th century, while older architectural elements have been preserved.
The Château de Briat is located near the bastide of Mauvezin d'Armagnac. It was built by the d'Albret family and visited several times by Henri IV.
Armagnac and the Surrounding Area
The Domaine d'Espérance in Mauvezin d'Armagnac produces Armagnac and offers reception, tastings and tours throughout the year at the stated times; at weekends, these are available by appointment.
Mauvezin-d'Armagnac lies in the Bas-Armagnac production area; vineyards can be found in the surrounding area.
Trails
The Voie Verte du Marsan et de l'Armagnac passes through Mauvezin-d'Armagnac. The Circuit du Château de Briat loop trail also starts in Mauvezin-d'Armagnac.
Other town pages in the same directory: Tartas, Cauna, Magescq, Cassen, Saint-Pierre-Du-Mont, Bélus, Léon, Audignon
