Casteljaloux

Casteljaloux is a French town with 4678 inhabitants (as of January 1, 2011 ) in the department of Lot- et- Garonne in the Aquitaine region. It is the capital of the canton of the same name and located on the banks of the river Avance.

History

At the beginning of the Second World War in 1939, many residents were evacuated Kunheims in Alsace after Casteljaloux.

Economy

In Casteljaloux are food, wood, paper, wax and candle factory located. Tourism also plays an important role, among other things exist Camping, an 18 - hole golf course. The local lake covers 17 hectares, the Spa of Casteljaloux specializes in the treatment of rheumatism. Agriculture in the area that specializes in the cultivation of maize and wheat.

Personalities

• Marie Ephrem Garrelon (1827-1873); Catholic Titular Bishop and Vicar Apostolic in India, as well as Founder and participated in the First Vatican Council.