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Art of living in the Gers

The Gers is a region that knows how to cultivate and share the richness of its land.
From the pleasures of its rich gastronomy to the performing arts, the beauty of its architectural and natural heritage and the wealth of talent of the men and women who live here, the Gers reveals a host of treasures to anyone prepared to take the time to discover them.

Gastronomy

Its delicious cuisine and fragrant beverages are the expression of an exceptional way of life that is unique to the Gers. The Gers cuisine has remained authentic thanks to the production of traditional agriculture and timeless methods handed down from one generation to the next.

Vineyards

It was the Romans who planted the first vineyards in the Gers and grapes have been grown in the region ever since. Armagnac, Floc and the many quality wines, including Madiran, Saint-Mont, Côtes-de-Gascogne and Tarriquet, all illustrate the wealth and diversity of the wines produced in the Gers.

Heritage

The Gers is home to a host of historical jewels: fortified towns, castles and walled villages, some of the most beautiful villages in France, the routes to Compostella, Flaran abbey, Auch cathedral, the priory at La Romieu and the Artigue bridge, which are classified as UNESCO World Heritage sites.

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The heritage of the Gers

Living together

While single workers are, by definition, professionally independent, they still have a normal social life! This activity is essential to remain well balanced.
Carnivals, festivals, attractions and events of all kinds punctuate the everyday life of the Gers. A host of public and private institutions and associations contribute to the wealth of social, cultural, sports and leisure initiatives.

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Leisure and culture
 

The Gers is home to many music festivals: jazz, salsa, country, Gascon music and cultural festivals. You can enjoy a broad repertoire of different forms of music under the star-lit sky - very special moments, shared by the artists and the public in a magical setting.

The Gers is close to Spain and has a strong bull-fighting tradition. The afternoons of local aficionados are spent enjoying French and Spanish bullfights, accompanied by the music of the local bandas. At night, the streets come to life with song and dance. You are in the heart of the "Feria".

The following is a list of the websites of some of the biggest events in the Gers :

• Corridas Vic-Fezensac
• Jazz In Marciac
• Tempo Latino
• Mirande Country Music
• Condom bandas
• The Fleurance Astronomy Festival

A selection of forthcoming events

(Source: Local tourist and leisure committee – Web site)