Espas: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes
Accommodation in Espas
The Château d'Espas is a small Gascon fortified castle from the 13th century. Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Espas can use this local page for travel planning.
Culture and History
The original keep of the Château d'Espas was made of wood or earth and was later replaced by a brick keep for defensive reasons.
The Château d'Espas has a keep, four square towers and buttresses, thereby preserving its austere character.
The Fontaine miraculeuse de Castéron is located in Espas. Visits to the Château d'Espas are free every afternoon from Easter to All Saints' Day.
Nature
The Étang du Moura was probably created in the 19th century for fish farming and for the mill operation associated with the mill.
The Étang du Moura is classified as an Espace Naturel Sensible and is managed by the Conseil Départemental du Gers.
The Étang du Moura belongs to the Natura 2000 site Étangs de l'Armagnac. With an area of 16 hectares, it is one of the largest ponds in the area.
Geographical Context
The Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste is located outside the village of Espas. It is situated in 32370 Espas; tourist information is available for it.
In the wider regional surroundings of Espas are the Abbaye de Flaran, a monastery, and the Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste d'Aire, a church.
For the higher-level travel overview: Gers.
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