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Agen, Administrative center in Lot-et-Garonne, France

The municipality extends along both sides of the Garonne River, connected by multiple bridges and featuring a network of pedestrian-friendly streets and squares.

The settlement evolved from a Roman military outpost named Aginnum into a medieval stronghold, becoming the capital of Lot-et-Garonne department in 1790.

The Fine Arts Museum in Agen displays collections of paintings from European masters, archaeological artifacts, and regional historical documents within four Renaissance buildings.

The central train station provides direct connections to Bordeaux and Toulouse, while the local bus network serves all major districts of the municipality.

The municipality maintains extensive prune orchards and processing facilities, producing certified Agen prunes through traditional drying methods and strict quality controls.

Location: Lot-et-Garonne

Elevation above the sea: 59 m

Shares border with: Boé, Bon-Encontre, Colayrac-Saint-Cirq, Foulayronnes, Le Passage, Pont-du-Casse

Address: Agen, France 47000 Agen

Phone: +33553694747

Email: mairie.agen@agen.fr

Website: http://agen.fr

GPS coordinates: 44.20306,0.61861

Latest update: August 11, 2025 08:23

Good Dining in Agen and Lot-et-Garonne

Restaurants offering menus of traditional and contemporary French cuisine in Lot-et-Garonne. The selected establishments are situated in varied locations, from historic city centers to renovated castles, including former priories. The restaurant menus highlight local products and French culinary techniques, with European influences in some venues. Chefs prepare dishes combining gastronomic tradition and culinary creativity, from the center of Agen to surrounding towns like Nérac, Villeneuve-sur-Lot, and Casteljaloux.

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