Discover Auvillar, one of France’s most beautiful villages
A stopover on the road to Santiago de Compostela
Discover Auvillar, one of the “Most Beautiful Villages in France”, and immerse yourself in its picturesque charm. Easily identified by its striking circular grain market in the heart of the village, Auvillar offers a warm and special atmosphere thanks to its traditional red brick and white stone dwellings.
Be sure to visit the museum of earthenware and boating, presenting the local history, and the arts and crafts galleries, showcasing local talents. Many restaurants invite you to savour the region’s gastronomy, and don’t forget the lovely Wednesday evening organic market (once a month) and the weekly Sunday morning market, where you can enjoy our local delicacies.
Access to the village is free, even during the summer. Several car parks are at your disposal: at the port along the Garonne, near the pharmacy, near the village hall, Promenade des Moines, etc.
New : fun tour of the village!
The Deux Rives Tourist Information Centre is using the Baludik application, which offers an original way to visit our territory thanks to fun walks.
One of them takes place in Auvillar. To carry out this mystery tour, download this free application to your phone and activate geolocation.
Featherwork exhibition : “Sur le bout des plumes”, l’art plumassier”
From April to the end of September 2024, the Deux Rives Tourist Information Centre showcase an exceptional exhibition about featherwork. 4 French craftsmen and artists, who perpetuate this art, exhibit magical, poetic, aerial and colorful works in the former Ursuline chapel. Free entrance, open every day from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. (7 p.m. in July/August).
