About this place
The town hall of Les Lèves-et-Thoumeyragues, a small commune in the Gironde department, sits at the heart of Bordeaux wine country, just a short drive from Saint-Émilion. It's a modest, rural administrative building, typical of small communes in southwestern France — but its location makes it a good starting point for exploring the surrounding vineyards and the gentle hills of the Côtes de Francs area.
Where exactly is the town hall located?
The mairie building stands at 141 route d'Eynesse, right in the centre of the commune of Les Lèves-et-Thoumeyragues (postal code 33220). The commune lies in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, in the eastern part of the Gironde department, on the border with the Côtes de Francs and Bergerac appellations. That border position gives the area a mix of classic Bordeaux vineyard scenery and the slightly more rolling landscape of neighbouring Dordogne.
How big is the commune, and who runs it?
Les Lèves-et-Thoumeyragues is a small community of around 560 residents, known as the Lévois, spread across roughly 15.6 square kilometres. Alain Piroux has served as mayor since March 2023. As is typical for rural communes in Gironde, local life revolves around the town hall, the church, and the surrounding vineyards.
Why does this commune matter on the Bordeaux wine map?
Les Lèves-et-Thoumeyragues holds a distinctive place as one of the easternmost wine-growing communes within the Bordeaux appellation. It's also home to Univitis, one of the largest groups of wine producers in the Bordeaux and southwestern France region. Local vineyards grow both white and red grape varieties, producing the full range of wines typical of this part of Gironde. For visitors, that means the chance to taste wine directly from local producers, away from the busier, more touristy towns nearby.
What's worth seeing nearby?
The commune itself isn't a major tourist hub, but its location makes it a convenient base. Within a short drive, travellers will find the famous medieval town of Saint-Émilion with its underground churches and historic centre, as well as the smaller, quieter Côtes de Francs and Bergerac appellations just across the Dordogne border. The countryside around Les Lèves-et-Thoumeyragues consists of the gentle, vine-covered hills typical of this part of France, crossed by country roads well suited to cycling between vineyards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the town hall of Les Lèves-et-Thoumeyragues located? At 141 route d'Eynesse, in the centre of the commune of the same name, in the Gironde department, Nouvelle-Aquitaine region.
How many people live in the commune? Around 560 residents, known as the Lévois, across an area of just under 16 square kilometres.
Can visitors tour vineyards in the area? Yes — the commune lies within the Bordeaux appellation, close to the border with Côtes de Francs and Bergerac, and local producers, including the Univitis group, offer wine tastings.
How far is it to Saint-Émilion? Saint-Émilion is just a short drive away, making Les Lèves-et-Thoumeyragues a convenient, quieter base for visiting the famous town and its vineyards.
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