Monday 27 july from 17:00 to 18:00

Guided Tour: Lahontan, A Small Village with Great Men

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Devant la mairie de Lahontan, 64270 Lahontan

Description

Explore the village of Lahontan with Jean, your guide, and discover the three famous men who left their mark on its history as you stroll through streets lined with traditional Béarnaise houses. Learn about Michel de Montaigne, who owned land in Lahontan and mentions its inhabitants in The Essays. Discover the story of the Baron de Lahontan, who ruined himself trying to make the Gave River navigable as far as Bayonne. Finally, hear about General Gilbert-Julien Vinot, one of Napoleon’s army generals, who was wounded in battle and came to Lahontan to recover, where he died on 6 June 1838. A fascinating journey through time, filled with memorable stories and local anecdotes!

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Opening times

On 27 July 2026
  • 17:00 at 18:00

Location

Guided Tour: Lahontan, A Small Village with Great Men
Devant la mairie de Lahontan, 64270 Lahontan

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