This twin-towered medieval church is the focal point of tiny La Romieu, 12km east of Condom, founded as a priory in 1062 by two Benedictine monks returning from a pilgrimage to Rome via Toulouse (the name comes from roumieu, meaning "Roman pilgrim"). Inside the church, the sacristy is lavished with colorful decorations dating from the 19th century; ascend one of the towers (watch your step) for panoramic views of the Gers countryside.
While in La Romieu consider a visit to the Jardins de Coursiana (www.jardinsdecoursiana.com), a series of gardens containing rare plants and over 700 trees in a small arboretum.