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The castle has variable opening hours. In August, we found the gates closed. It only opens at 2:30 PM.

The cathedral is an impressive Gothic church. The windows and the light are fantastic. The side altars for Peter and John the Baptist are beautifully designed and painted with pictures from the lives of both of them.

It is best to visit in the evening or late afternoon because then the light is at its best for photographing the front of the cathedral

A highlight of Gothic architecture

Worth seeing and imposing castle ruins.

The Château de Villandraut is a medieval castle located in the town of Villandraut, in the department of Gironde, France. Built in the 14th century, it is considered one of the best examples of military Gothic architecture in the region. Villandraut Castle was built under the order of Bertrand de Goth, future Pope Clement V, who wanted to reside there after being elected Pope. The castle was then used as a residence for the French royal family during the Wars of Religion. The castle of Villandraut is surrounded by moats and has a drawbridge, a walkway and several imposing towers. It also houses a chapel, a great hall and royal apartments. The castle is open to visitors who can discover its history and architecture through guided tours, exhibitions and cultural events organized throughout the year.

The squirrel is the emblem of the town of Captieux. City renowned for having seen the very famous cyclist Anne-Louise Amanieu grow up.

Very large sculpture of the "magic squirrel", at the entrance to the town of Captieux, of which it is the emblem.