Tourneuve station

From Allons take the route de Losse past the maisonette (local name for level crossing) towards Tourneuve. The "Gare" and "Accueil Paysan" signs are in front of the house. Ring the bell; Maya will bark to warn us.

A railway heritage brought back to life

Tourneuve railway station bears witness to a bygone era when railroads linked our countryside to the rest of the world. This former station was part of the Marmande - Mont-de-Marsan line, inaugurated on December 14, 1875, a strategic rail route that crossed the whole of south-west France.

For those of you who knew the station from the days when trains still passed through and, a little later, hunters used to meet here, you won't recognize it. This heritage-friendly metamorphosis has transformed an abandoned site into a family haven.

The soul of a place preserved

Our station has retained its authentic character: the generous volumes of the railway buildings, the typical architecture of the late 19th century, and that special atmosphere that emanates from places steeped in history. On the first floor, a very large and welcoming room recalls the days when passengers and railwaymen would meet in this "salle des pas perdus", and we have preserved the glass roof of the ticket offices.

A green setting in the heart of Les Landes

Located in the heart of Allons, the department's largest forested commune with 76,000 hectares, our station is bathed in an ocean of greenery. The former platforms are now overgrown with lush vegetation, creating a wild garden where nature has reclaimed its rights. The proximity of the Tourneuve stronghold adds a further historical dimension to our surroundings.

Between heritage and modernity

The refurbishment of the station has combined respect for heritage with modern comfort. Today, this family-run residence offers an exceptional living environment where the history of the railways meets the tranquility of the Lot-et-Garonne countryside.

A living memorial

More than just a place to stay, our station is an open-air history book. Every stone tells the epic story of the rural railroad, the revolution that opened up our countryside. The old train timetables still resonate in the imagination, evoking a time when time had a different rhythm, more human, more contemplative.

This is the spirit in which we welcome you: with the generosity of former railwaymen and the passion of those who know that the most beautiful journeys begin with an authentic encounter. For the curious, I'll tell you why the station is in the middle of the woods, 5km from the village...

Our environment: an unspoilt natural setting

La Gare de Tourneuve, a place steeped in history: We live in the old Tourneuve station, which we've restored, an authentic place where trains still passed through and where hunters used to meet. This unique setting, between railway heritage and wilderness, offers a special atmosphere that leaves no one indifferent.

Allons: in the heart of the world's largest forest commune

Allons is the largest rural commune in the département, with 76,000 hectares of forest, bordering the Gironde and Landes regions and crossed by the Ciron river, which supplies water to the Sauterne region. Here, nature reigns supreme: Landes de Saint-Cyr, de Bellevue, de Pouchicaut, de Luxurguey or de Piquemousque, there are many toponyms to name the plots of cultivated forest.

A rich and little-known heritage

Our territory is full of treasures: Église de Goûts et d'Allons, Chapelle de Lubans, Château de Capchichot, Luxurguey and Tourneuve. These places steeped in history, often overlooked by tourist guides, deserve to be discovered with a curious eye, and I could add to that all the legends of Henri IV...

The riches of Lot-et-Garonne at your fingertips

A department with a thousand facets

Lot-et-Garonne offers exceptional diversity: a land of bastides and castles, rural and river tourism (200km of waterways), orchards and a host of outdoor activities. We're ideally located for exploring these treasures, with Casteljaloux 18km away, Poudenas 27km and Bazas 25km...

Gastronomy and local produce

It's impossible to come here without discovering the department's gastronomic specialties, such as Agen prunes, foie gras and walnuts. I'll help you discover the best local producers!

My activity tips

In fine weather

• Forest walks: explore the secret paths of our 76,000 hectares of forest.
• Stroll along the Ciron: this mysterious river offers magical landscapes.
• Discover the bastides: Villeréal, Monflanquin... these medieval villages will fascinate you.
• Cycling on the old railroad line: follow in the footsteps of the Tourneuve train
• Fishing and canoeing: take advantage of the many waterways
• Mushroom hunting (in season): our forests abound with treasures.

Rain or shine

• Visit castles: Chateau Royal de Cazeneuve, Malagar, Malromay, Duras, Bonaguil, Gavaudun... sheltered by history!
• Discover Agen: museums, architecture and prune tasting
• Discovery workshops: introduction to natural gardening in my Chef de Gare garden
• Readings by the fireside: I offer books on the region, and on Tuesday afternoons the little Losse library is open to all.
• Local cuisine: learn traditional or more recent recipes in my kitchen.
• Markets : Roquefort(40), Bazas, Langon, Marmande, Sainte Livrade, Villandrau, Nérac for local produce.

In case of heatwave

• Cool undergrowth: forests offer a natural refuge from the heat
• Secret baths: I know a few discreet spots...
• Siesta in the shade of century-old plane trees: our giant trees are natural air-conditioners.
• Visit the caves: Lastournelle offers a constant temperature
• Picnic in the cool hours: sunrise and sunset in the forest
• Relax in the garden: under the oaks by the well
• In September, see the Transumance festival in Allons