Founded in the Middle Ages around its three rivers on the way to Vézelay on the way to Santiago de Compostela, Mont-de-Marsan was the main fortified town of the Landes. Its history has left vestiges that still decorate the city center today: example with the Lacataye keep, which houses a museum of sculptures.
– Bernard Tessier
Another must-see place in Mont de Marsan: the Plumaçon arenas. With a capacity of 7,100 seats, they host events regularly throughout the year.
– Bernard Tessier
Among the assets of Mont de Marsan, its confluence: if the Midou and the Douze have their source in the department of Gers, the junction of the 2 rivers is in the heart of the capital of the Landes. The historic center of Mont-de-Marsan is both bounded and protected by these “three rivers”. The town’s former flour mill, now an art gallery, is located at this confluence.
– Bernard Tessier
Mont de Marsan is also a sports town. The Montois omnisports stadium has existed since 1908. The club has around thirty sections. Among these, the Stade Montois Rugby. The club was champion of France in 1963 and also vice-champion of Europe in 1964. It evolves in Pro D2.
– Bernard Tessier
Finally, Mont de Marsan is a festive town, with, for example, its Feria de la Madeleine every summer. It is organized every year in July. In 2022, you have an appointment from July 20 to 24. Among the events, the cavalcade and the handing over of the keys to the city at the launch of the feria.
– FF