The Local Area:
The department of the Hautes Pyrénées is part of the relatively undiscovered
and tranquil south west of France also known as Gascony. The small village of Vidou
is situated just 3.5 kilometres from the 13th century bastide market town of Trie
sur Baïse, which offers all day to day requirements, with banks, bakers, supermarkets,
butcheries, pharmacies, doctors, dentists and tourist information bureau. A bustling
market takes place every Tuesday. Trie has a varied programme of events including
classical music concerts in the 13th century monastery, antique and night markets
and a week long fête in August, with a range of entertainment. The surrounding countryside
offers spectacular scenery, walking, cycling, horse riding.
Attractions:
There are many attractions which can be visited within approximately
one hours drive, ranging from outdoor sporting pursuits, the Pyrénean National Park,
caves, castles, fortified churches and bastide towns to name a few. Places to visit
for a day trip include Lourdes, Toulouse, Pau, the medieval town of Carcassonne,
Biarritz and the sandy beaches of the Atlantic coast. An hours drive will take the
tourist across the border and into Spain.
Travel Accessibility:
The area is well
served with motorway links to the Channel Ports; Santander and Bilboa are an approximate
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