Labastide-d'Armagnac, Historic commune in Landes, France.
Labastide-d'Armagnac features a remarkably preserved medieval center with its Royal Square surrounded by arcades and half-timbered houses representing traditional southwestern French architecture from the 13th century.
Founded in 1291 by Count Bernard VI of Armagnac in collaboration with the King of England, this bastide demonstrates the strategic importance of the region during medieval times.
The commune holds Cittaslow certification and hosts the L'Oreille en Place festival along with Armagnac celebrations, promoting local traditions and the regional art of living through community events.
Guided tours are available year-round to explore the heritage trail marked with explanatory panels, easily accessible on foot from the Royal Square throughout the historic district.
The fortress church houses a trompe-l'oeil masterpiece created by Italian artist Céroni in 1831, producing a sumptuous interior decoration that contrasts with the austere medieval building structure.
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