The Gers is one of the most unspoilt departments in south-west France. Rolling hills, views of the Pyrenees, fortified villages and renowned gastronomy: the setting attracts a growing number of buyers looking for authenticity, less than two hours from Toulouse and from the Atlantic coast.
Chateaux for sale in the Gers come in many forms: 15th and 16th-century Gascon chateaux, 18th-century chartreuses, hotels particuliers or former hunting lodges. These properties for sale in the Gers stand out for their grounds, their outbuildings and their deep roots in Gascon history. Here is our current selection.
Chateaux and prestigious properties for sale in the Gers
Medieval chateau, classified Monument Historique, Lectoure
950 m² · 25 rooms · 9 bedrooms · 208 hectares · Swimming pool · €3,760,000
A 13th-century defensive chateau transformed during the 16th-century Gascon Renaissance, classified as a Monument Historique. The 208-hectare estate includes a park crossed by a river, 160 hectares of cultivable land, 48 hectares of woodland, a mill, a 16th-century pigeonnier and four farmhouses. The chateau retains its moats, guard tower, hexagonal keep, a Renaissance gallery, a cloister and a chapel.
17th-century hotel particulier, Lectoure
525 m² · 12 rooms · 4 bedrooms · Swimming pool · Indoor balneo pool · €1,830,000
A 17th-century hotel particulier in the heart of Lectoure, fully restored with quality materials. Entry is through a porte cochere leading to a tree-lined garden with swimming pool. The four en-suite bedrooms of 40 to 60 m² are on the upper floor, accessible by a stone staircase or lift. The lower level houses an indoor balneo pool, a vaulted wine cellar and two garages.
15th-century Gascon chateau, Fleurance
600 m² · 15 rooms · 7 bedrooms · 7 hectares · Swimming pool · €1,470,000
A 15th-century Gascon chateau located in the golden triangle of the Gers, formerly owned by the Batz family, ancestors of d’Artagnan. The estate covers 7 hectares (3 ha of wooded parkland, 4 ha of land). The 600 m² chateau retains its stone vaults, central staircase and corner tower. A guest house, pigeonnier, pool house and caretaker apartment complete the property.
18th-century chartreuse with Pyrenees views, Auch
393 m² · 10 rooms · 4 bedrooms · 3.3 hectares · Heated swimming pool · €1,400,000
A fully renovated 1750 chartreuse set within a walled 3.3-hectare estate with open views of the Pyrenees. The property retains its period features (stuccos, wall paintings, marble fountain) and includes a cour d’honneur, a French garden, a covered heated saltwater pool (6x12 m) with pool house, and a 150 m² fitted basement.
Former 1880 hunting lodge, Mauvezin
303 m² · 10 rooms · 6 bedrooms · 2 hectares · €980,000
A former 1880 hunting lodge set over 4 levels within nearly 2 hectares of woodland. The ground floor houses a hunters’ hall, a reading salon and a kitchen. The first floor features a bright reception room with fireplace and French-style ceiling. The upper floors have 6 bedrooms. An outbuilding of over 100 m² is available for conversion. 30 minutes from Blagnac.
Gascon chateau with parkland, Mauvezin
372 m² · 11 rooms · 7 bedrooms · 3 hectares · Swimming pool · €830,000
A 372 m² Gascon chateau in a calm and unspoilt setting with open views of the Gers hillside. The ground floor includes a grand reception salon, dining room, kitchen and two bedrooms. Upstairs, a library, four bedrooms with three bathrooms and a loggia. The 3-hectare grounds are suited to a family or professional project.
Frequently asked questions about buying a chateau in the Gers
Why buy a chateau in the Gers rather than elsewhere in south-west France?
The Gers offers one of the most attractive price-to-quality ratios in south-west France for character properties. Prices remain lower than in the Dordogne, the Lot or the Basque Country for equivalent properties. The department enjoys generous sunshine, renowned gastronomy (Armagnac, foie gras, local markets) and an unspoilt way of life, close to Toulouse and its air connections.
What are the additional costs when buying a chateau?
Beyond the purchase price, you should budget for notary fees (around 7 to 8% for older properties), property tax (which varies by commune and land area), maintenance costs for the exterior (parkland, roof, facades) and potentially the heating of large volumes. For properties classified as Monument Historique, public grants may cover part of the restoration work.
Can a chateau in the Gers accommodate a professional activity?
Yes, many Gers chateaux lend themselves to hospitality projects (guest rooms, gites), event hosting (weddings, receptions) or agritourism. The outbuildings, guest houses and grounds offer the space needed to develop a complementary activity. The Gers’ tourist appeal, with its bastides, festivals (Jazz in Marciac) and gastronomy, supports visitor numbers.
Are you looking to buy a chateau in the Gers and have not found the ideal property yet? Contact our real estate agency in Toulouse and share your search criteria with our consultants. We will check our database for off-market chateaux and carry out all the necessary searches to bring your project to fruition in the best conditions.
