Sitting on the banks of the River Lot in the South West French countryside just 90 minutes from both Bordeaux and Toulouse is the idyllic village of Fongrave. Where the undulating hills blend seamlessly with lush river valleys, punctuated with picturesque villages and hilltop bastide towns.  The Lot & Garonne region, named after the two main rivers that meander through it, has been dubbed the French ‘Tuscany’ and is perfect for experiencing the real French way of life with its many weekly markets, pavement cafes and restaurants, wine tasting opportunities, antique fairs, boat trips along the rivers and ‘faux’ river beaches.

By selecting La Maison de Maitre-Fongrave for your vacation you will also be ideally located for visiting the chateaux and sites of the neighbouring regions of the Dordogne and Bordeaux. The vineyards of Buzet, Bergerac and Duras are just a short drive away where you can taste and buy some lovely wines, even Bordeaux and Saint Emillion are within reach for a day trip. Sit on the river bank behind the local Mairie and watch local and visiting fisherman try their luck in the river or even give it a go yourself. Swimming silently by are graceful swans and during the summer months with their cygnets between them. Take a trip up the river and see the natural wildlife of kingfishers, herons and dragonflies whilst overhead the soaring eagles and buzzards.