Let go to Moirax, and the educational nature park Trotte-Lapin

Moirax
Let go to Moirax, and ...

10 minutes drive from Agen, the town of Moirax worth the trip! As much for its built heritage as for its natural territory. This village is an ideal destination for nature lovers and it is also a very attractive place for children. So, whether you are alone, with friends, or with your family, you are invited to visit the streets and trails of Moirax ...!


A surprising village


Because of its rural look, Moirax contrasts with Agen (the chief town of Lot-et-Garonne). The visit of the village is quick, at the entrance you will find a car park for visitors. Opposite, stands the gigantic Priory, formerly intended for housing monks and dating from the middle of the eleventh century. Next to it is the Priory Park, which is open to the public from 9 am to 7 pm, you will discover a small path dotted with honey plants and of course many beehives!


Prieuré de Moirax

The priory

You will start by admiring "The Garden of Fairies" made by the children of the leisure center, then you will cross a meadow that will take you to a small orchard, to reach the terrace of the Priory. Do not expect a huge stroll, this trail takes less than 15 minutes, but it is very nice  to do! 


jardin des fées moirax

The fairies garden


Back at the parking, you can reach the courtyard of the Priory which is adjacent to the Notre-Dame church. In the center of the courtyard is the well, which has stood since centuries. It once fed the monastery, next to a beautiful flower meadow, perfect for making great photos! You can then stroll through the narrow streets, enjoy the quiet of a country village and cool off in the shade of a terrace.


Eglise notre dame Moirax

Church of Notre-Dame

Cour du prieuré moirax

Courtyard of the priory


Trotte-Lapin: a fun way to understand the environment

Leaving the village of Moirax (with Agen behind you) do not miss the sign on your left, indicating the nature site Trotte-Lapin.

Trotte Lapin Moirax

Don't miss it !


This little paradise is a farmhouse that has been restored and maintained by the Community of Communes of the Township of Laplume. It is a free entrance place andyou can enjoy it for  free : you can discover nature and its wonders. It will take at least 1h30 to discover everything, because during the 1 km stroll, you will have many surprises! You will find a hut with clues, the old quarry, a teaching wicker maze and in the middle of the meadow, the pond and its frogs ...

Cabane aux indices

the little house

Labyrithne pedagogique

The maze


Numerous information panels on fauna and flora for young and old are scattered on the way.


Information panels on fauna and floraSentier dans la forêt

A trail in the middle of the forest


The path is bordered by the forest and follows the stream named the "Jorle", so it is well shaded and pleasant even with the heat of the summer months. Picnic tables have been set up at various locations along the route. It's an immersion in nature, between the singing of birds and the gurgling of the stream: you will be soothed and serene!

Tables de pique-nique

Pic-nic tables

Public animations are organized on the site all year round and according to the seasons. Discover the animations on the site of Agen agglomeration (click)

Plan du site Trotte-Lapin


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Article written by Fannie Lefever for the Guide du Lot-et-Garonne


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