Notre Dame de Montaut, Montbrun-Bocage, France, 31310

## Overview Nestled in the small village of Montbrun-Bocage in the Haute-Garonne department of southern France, this public drinking spring has long served as a reliable source of fresh water for locals and visitors alike. The spring feeds water through a pipe that provides a steady, year-round flow — a communal resource where residents regularly come to fill their containers. Just 200 meters deeper into the surrounding woodland stands La Chapelle Notre-Dame de Montaut, a chapel that lends its name to the locality and adds a layer of historical and spiritual character to the site. The chapel and spring together suggest a long tradition of reverence for natural water sources in this corner of the French Pyrenean foothills — a region where springs have been valued for centuries. Montbrun-Bocage itself is a quiet, picturesque commune situated in the rolling countryside southwest of Toulouse, offering a peaceful rural atmosphere. The water has been reported to be fresh and of good drinking quality, and locals have historically used it as a daily source of drinking water. However, as with any natural spring, water quality can vary and independent testing is always advisable. ## Directions The spring is located near the junction of roads D114 and D86, just off the main route on a small unpaved road. GPS coordinates: **43.11347, 1.279945**. 1. **From the north:** Take road **D116** heading south toward Montbrun-Bocage. 2. **From the south:** Take road **D86** heading north toward the village. 3. Proceed to the point where **D114** and **D86** meet. 4. At this junction, turn onto the **unpaved road heading east**. 5. Follow this track into the small locality — the spring will be found along this road. 6. La Chapelle Notre-Dame de Montaut is approximately **200 meters further into the woods** from the spring, if you wish to visit. *Note: The final stretch is an unconstructed (unpaved) road, so a vehicle with reasonable ground clearance is recommended, especially in wet conditions.* ## What to Expect The spring itself is a piped water source — water flows steadily from a pipe at a consistent, moderate rate throughout the year, including during drier summer months. The setup is straightforward and practical, designed to allow easy filling of bottles and containers. The surrounding area is rural and tranquil, with the village of Montbrun-Bocage offering a quintessentially southern French countryside setting. The nearby Chapelle Notre-Dame de Montaut is worth a short walk through the woods — the chapel sits in a shaded, atmospheric clearing and provides a pleasant complement to a visit to the spring. The access road is unpaved, so wear sturdy footwear, particularly if it has rained recently. The area is not heavily touristed, so expect a quiet, unhurried experience. There are no facilities at the spring itself, so bring your own containers if you plan to collect water.