Founded in 1270 by Lieutenant Roger de Leyburn, the fortified harbour town of Libourne, located at the confluence of the Dordogne and the Isle, enjoyed a rich history linked to the trade in wool, wine, salt and wood, which has left it with an interesting heritage. It's a nice place to explore, with its stopping place for boats, its docks, its Grand Port tower and its arcaded square, Place Abel Surchamp! The latter, both vast and elegant, is surrounded by ancient façades, among which stands the 15th-century town hall, which was extended in the late 19th century. On the second floor of this beautiful building is the Museum of Fine Arts, whose collections consist of paintings, sculptures and decorative arts.
To stock up on fresh produce, the town of Libourne has no fewer than three markets a week, which all take place on the big arcaded square on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday mornings!
Located in the heart of the vineyards of Saint Emilion and Pomerol, in the department of Gironde, Libourne is an ideal place for tourism and discovery of the Aquitaine culture. Ancient walled town founded in the thirteenth century, the city that lies at the confluence of the Isle and the Dordogne, today offers visitors an important and varied history rich in its heritage.
One that was long under English rule, is a true haven of peace in the middle of Libourne. Dream landscapes, vineyards out of sight, or impressive architecture, the city has no shortage of attractions to entice visitors passing.
The relaxed lifestyle of Libourne also requires its gastronomy, rich and full of flavor. How to miss the tricandille, the stew of pigeons, or porcini mushrooms that grow in abundance in the area surrounding the city. The blonde d'Aquitaine beef and beef Bazas dishes are also high in Libourne kitchen.
Rich with an important and glorious past, Libourne does not lack of sites to visit and monuments to be discovered at the mercy of walks in the streets of the city.
Classified as historical monuments, the tower of the great port, the last vestige of the fortifications of the city in the Middle Ages, and the town hall built in the sixteenth century, are high places of Libourne. The latter houses the Museum of Fine Arts of the city, labeled a museum of France, and which possesses beautiful collections of works by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Albrecht Dürer or Auguste Rodin.
Built in 1822, the stone bridge of Libourne, still in place, testifies to the rich and luxurious past of the city.
There are plenty of historical monuments in Libourne, starting with the castle of Sales, built in the 17th century, and the 18th century Pintey castle and pigeon house. Not to be missed is the Saint-Jean church, rebuilt in the 19th century in a neo-Gothic style and with a 14th-century choir.
The remains of the church of the former convent of the Cordeliers, the Carmel chapel, today the cultural center, or the synagogue of the nineteenth century are also essential passages when one wishes to admire all the architectural heritage of Libourne.
The city still houses the gendarmerie school, which replaces the reserve officers school of the Armed Forces Health Service. Although the latter can not be visited, it nevertheless has a very beautiful façade to admire.
The port is not lacking in charm, with its many boats docked. Once a commercial port, it is today a marina with an important tourist aim. Along the water, restaurants and coffee terraces make for a pleasant time.
For some years, Libourne is home to a leisure plain, Libourne-Beach. Located on the shores of Lake Dagueys, it offers various activities such as a children's pool, beach volleyball courts, a mini-basketball court, or even picnic areas.
Libourne knows how to be beautiful and attract visitors through cultural events that animate its streets and venues.
In April, up to the fair to flowers and honey, an opportunity to buy flowers, shrubs, or garden decorations. The fair takes place on Palm Sunday in the same period, with a market and a funfair.
The main cultural attraction is the famous Fest'Arts Libourne. This street theater festival takes place every year in August and allows to attend many shows. Artists from all walks take place in the streets of the city and offer dance, juggling, theater and music to passing visitors.
In November, the city hosts the fair of St. Martin, with different stalls of traders mouth or craft, and a funfair.
Throughout the year, Libourne hosts various markets. The open-air market takes place Tuesday, Friday and Sunday morning, while a covered market offers many traders from Tuesday to Sunday morning.
Concours de Tarot
- From 22 to 23 june 2024
- 54 rue max linder, salle des charruauds
- Open deal tarot competition open to all. 4 rounds of 50 minutes. Registration from 8pm. Starting positions drawn at 8:45pm. 1 prize for each participant. 1 additional prize for the 1st lady
