North Béarn Tourist Office / Madiran vineyard - Arzacq-Arraziguet office Coteaux Béarn Madiran: vineyards, heritage and nature

Located in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, the Coteaux Béarn Madiran territory, with its rolling landscapes, plains, vineyards and panoramic views of the Pyrenees mountain range, invites you to stroll!

Rich in heritage, the Coteaux Béarn Madiran region is brimming with unmissable gems! Curious visitors, delve into the history of the Château de Morlanne and the Château de Mascaraàs (Mascaraàs-Haron), both listed as Historical Monuments. Discover the Gallo-Roman museum of Claracq with its ancient villa in Lalonquette, the Bayonne Ham Museum in Arzacq, the Museum of Old Tools – Arasclet in Garlin, or the Pottery Museum in Garos. Stroll through our bastides, towns, and authentic villages with their distinctly Béarn character: the bastides of Arzacq, Garlin, and Lembeye; the medieval village of Morlanne; the village of Conchez-de-Béarn; the village of fountains in Moncaup; Morlaàs, the former historical capital of Béarn; and the Béarnese town of Pontacq. Admire the Romanesque church of Saint-Foy in Morlaàs with its magnificent portal. Discover several natural sites, such as the remarkable garden of the Château de Viven, the epicurean garden in Morlanne, the banks of the Arlas in Serres-Castet and the Manas valley in Ger.

For food lovers, you'll be captivated by the charm of our vineyards producing Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh, as well as Béarn and Comté Tolosan. The cooperative winery and independent winemakers welcome you to their estates for moments of sharing and conviviality: guided tours of the vineyards and cellars; discovery of their expertise, their passion for wine and the terroir; wine tastings…
A land of Béarnese gastronomy and conviviality, the restaurants in the Coteaux Béarn Madiran region will delight you with their local specialties: garbure (a hearty vegetable and meat stew), poule au pot (chicken in a pot), magret and confit de canard (duck breast and confit), omelette aux cèpes (porcini mushroom omelet)... Come and meet the producers, who sometimes offer farm tours, or discover the gourmet shops. Savor delicious products: foie gras, pork, chocolates and confectionery, Pastis d'Amélie (a local liqueur), jams, snails, spirulina... Stroll through our markets, unmissable events not to be missed!

Adventurers, the Coteaux Béarn Madiran region is a vast playground for all kinds of outdoor activities and leisure pursuits! Explore the area on foot, by mountain bike, or on horseback via 71 hiking trails, 36 mountain biking trails, and 8 equestrian trails. The Coteaux Béarn Madiran region is crossed by two routes of the Way of St. James (Camino de Santiago), those from Arles and Le Puy-en-Velay. Try the unique "sketch-hike" experience in the department, with its drawing stations designed to teach you how to sketch the local heritage and landscapes.
Around the water, try paddleboarding or sailing on Lake Gabas, fishing on our many lakes and fishing trails or take a dip in our outdoor pools.
If you're keen on fun activities to enjoy with family or friends, try the Tèrra Aventura geocaching trail in Lembeye, Morlanne and Pontacq, escape games at the Château de Crouseilles and outdoors in Arzacq, the Randoland trails in Garlin and Arzacq, Loisirs O'd'Espoey with its mini-golf, go-karting and laser tag, the magical corn maze in Nousty, vintage moped rides in Moncaup, sand activities with Grains de sport (beach volleyball, beach tennis…), take a ride on a donkey, carriage or pony… Finally, for the most daring, get your adrenaline pumping with aerial activities such as freefall, a hot air balloon flight or a plane ride!

The Coteaux Béarn Madiran region is lively throughout the year with numerous wine, food, cultural, heritage, and sporting events…

It's the ideal destination for your holidays and weekends with family, friends, or simply for a day getaway.