EYMET

The charming, historic Bastide town of Eymet is a short drive from here. History states that the Bastide town was formed around 1270. Many such towns like Eymet became fortified to counter invasion or attack. The 100 year war much later, reinforced the need for protection. It is thought that Bastide towns like Eymet and Duras with a market place central to the town, were more about commerce than protection. Some so called Bastide towns were never fortified, an example is the lovely town of Miramont-de-Guyenne, again, a short drive from us.

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For a short period around 1279, Eymet was "owned" By Edward I, King of England and the Plantagenet flag flew over the town.

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The 100 year war saw Eymet change hands a number of times. Adjacent to the market square is the Rue de L'engin, there is a plaque that states that the English entered the square here whilst the town was under siege using "an engine of war", in fact a battering ram.

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The River Dropt runs through Eymet and it is said that during one particular battle of the 100 year war, many English soldiers were drowned in The Dropt, locals used to call it the The Englishmen's hole!

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Eymet boasts many will established thriving bars and restaurants in and around the market square. A thriving, bustling atmosphere awaits in Eymet central square in the evening. We are happy to make recommendations to visit some of our favourite establishments.

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Take a moment to look up at the beautiful historic buildings that form the market square and explore the narrow streets with picturesque houses that date back centuries! 

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The town's road structure is influenced by that of  Roman towns using a grid system where possible. The square itself is surrounded  by traditional French stone arcades, again coming to life at lunchtime and evening.

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Thursday is market day stating early till around lunchtime when stallholders pack up their products.

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