Saint-Sever – Montfort-en-Chalosse
Saint-Sever, a medieval stronghold, is situated on the “Cap de Gascogne”, overlooking the forested plains of the Landes. The small town is best known for its abbey church, one of the architectural gems listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site that dot the famous Way of St James.
It’s easy to get into the Chalosse region, thanks to a rustic, shaded cycle path that runs all the way to Montfort-en-Chalosse.
Do take the opportunity to stop for a tasty break and sample the local specialities: poultry from Saint-Sever, Chalosse beef, Coteau de Chalosse IGP wines, the famous tourtières, and Landais pastis – which, incidentally, isn’t an aniseed-flavoured spirit but a puff pastry cake!
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Alternative itinerary, recommended by CTE
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Shortly after crossing the railway line, turn left to join the greenway (there is a picnic area with a water tap on site). The greenway is unpaved but shaded and offers numerous views of the surrounding farmland. Please note a local peculiarity: the annual closure of the Montaut-Toulouzette section during the hunting season, from September to March. You should take the small local tracks via Toulouzette before reaching Montfort-en-Chalosse.
