What to do with children in Lot-et-Garonne?

Lot-et-Garonne is brimming with little treasures to discover as a family. Animals to delight the youngest visitors, leisure parks for fun-filled adventures, discovery activities for learning and creating lasting memories, and natural spaces for family relaxation... We'll try to cater to all tastes and ages. Here are a few ideas to keep children entertained in Lot-et-Garonne, for little ones and big kids alike!

10 activities to discover as a family in Lot-et-Garonne

The castle of Duras

The Château de Duras will delight your children, as the visit alternates between the Renaissance and Medieval periods, reflecting the architecture and various alterations. It's a fun visit for everyone, with exhibits adapted for children, games (including an escape room and workshops during the season), and shows. Around the château, you'll enjoy exploring the Duras region, which is also home to wine estates grouped under the Bergerac and Duras wine appellation.

The Stelsia, a fairytale castle

Once upon a time, in the Lot Valley, there was a magical castle... It seemed to have come from the imagination of a fairy, designed by magicians, and created solely for the pleasure of children.

Transformed under the guidance of Philippe Ginestet, this 19th-century château has traded its old stones for a rainbow-hued facade, becoming a veritable open-air work of art. Nestled within a 21-hectare park, between hanging gardens with sculpted boxwood and the largest mini-golf course in Europe, the estate offers an enchanting escape where the luxury of a 4-star hotel meets the magic of childhood. A truly unique visual and playful experience that we invite you to savor as soon as possible.

The Lastournelle Cave, an underground beauty

In Sainte-Colombe-de-Villeneuve, you can venture into the bowels of the earth, into the Lastournelle cave. With a flashlight tour, treasure hunt, and paleontology workshops, the guides know how to capture the attention of children who will emerge from this adventure with wide eyes, amazed by so much sparkle.

The Water Lily Garden, a bucolic place

An exceptional collection of over 250 species of water lilies awaits you at Latour-Marliac. The museum staff will explain everything you need to know before you explore the various areas: exotic greenhouses, ponds and fountains, a bamboo grove, a small pond, and a charming Japanese bridge. A refreshing and tranquil atmosphere awaits, perfect for enjoying the warmer months.

The Prune Farm and Museum

Head to Laffite-sur-Lot to meet the real growers of the traditional Ente plum, which produces the famous Agen prune. In the Prune Farm and Museum shop, you'll find all sorts of products made from these delicious, melt-in-your-mouth, and soft artisanal prunes, straight from the farm. Mmm... The visit will delight children, as there's a fun and educational trail where they can experience what it's like to be a 19th-century prune producer.

Adults can equip themselves with an audio guide to learn about all the stages of production and everything there is to know about prunes, with seasonal activities too!

Go tree climbing for a blast and let loose in the trees

We're heading to the Pays du Dropt region, near the ancient medieval fortified town of Duras. You'll gain some altitude and climb towards the treetops at the Des-chênes-toi Aventure treetop adventure park. 16 courses, 200 challenges, and 2 ziplines await you for a fun-filled family adventure, accessible from age 3 and in complete safety.

Lake Lougratte and its leisure centre

After sports, relaxation awaits! Between Castillonès and Cancon, two beautiful villages, lies Lake Lougratte. Enjoy a relaxing time with supervised swimming, a sandy beach for playing, fishing, a playground, volleyball courts, pétanque, and a fitness trail. You can picnic on-site and use the provided barbecues. There's also a snack bar.

The Bastides Museum: an immersion in the Middle Ages

There are many fortified towns (bastides) to visit in the region. But what were they used for? What was daily life like in a bastide during the Middle Ages?... The Bastide Museum in Monflanquin will answer all your questions, young and old, on this subject. The visit is fun and engaging, with models, a booklet with questions, an interactive game, and activities for children.

A discovery bike ride

Rent a bike with the kids for a pleasant ride on the mostly flat paths of Lot-et-Garonne. In Buzet-sur-Baïse, for example, Cycles Sud-Ouest offers bike rentals for exploring the Canal de Garonne. Perfect for little ones!

Set off on the Voie Verte, a former towpath that is now completely safe and shaded, ideal for a peaceful bike ride. Along the way, let yourself be charmed by the ballet of boats passing through the locks and take the opportunity to enjoy a delicious break by the water. Between pedal strokes in the cool air of the plains, it's the perfect chance to share a family picnic and savor the gentle pace of life in Lot-et-Garonne, at the rhythm of children and nature.

Griffon Park

The Griffon Park offers 4 hectares of natural beauty where you can discover animals in a fun and educational way. From familiar animals to more unusual species, you'll find all the information you need to know them better and, above all, to protect them. Children love this park, which also features giant play areas, zip lines, trampolines, inflatable games, and water games and slides that are especially enjoyable in the summer.

There are so many family activities to do in Lot-et-Garonne that we cannot be exhaustive, but we hope we have given you some good ideas to fully enjoy your stay.

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