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Avensan walks
Moulis en Médoc circular loop via the Moulin de Tiquetorte
Visorando Member
6.27 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Moulis-en-Médoc (Gironde)
An easy walk through the vineyards; you will pass near the Jalle de Tiquetorte, where the Moulin de Tiquetorte is located.
Listrac-Médoc circular route via the Châteaux Lestage and Fonréaud
5.96 mi
+105 ft
-105 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Listrac-Médoc (Gironde)
This easy circular route through the vineyards with little tarmac road takes you past Château Lestage, a ruined windmill and Château Fonréaud.
Circular of Arsac
7.49 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Arsac (Gironde)
A pleasant route to discover the former gravel pits of Arsac, now transformed into lakes and ponds, the gravel pits of Avensan and the woods adjacent to them. The hike is on good, soft sandy paths. It offers a variety of landscapes and a great moment of nature after passing through the peaceful neighbourhoods of Arsac. The starting point is near the beautiful Saint-Germain church.
Loop around the lakes starting from Arsac
7.14 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Arsac (Gironde)
An easy route near the vineyards, then through the forest and around two lakes.
Circular Arsac towards Guiton and the Cordet estate
5.15 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Arsac (Gironde)
An easy circular through the forest to reach the old gravel pits. You will pass close to Montbrison Castle.
Around Lamarque
4.83 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Lamarque (Gironde)
A pleasant walk exploring the town of Lamarque, its surroundings and the ferry landing stage with its view over the Garonne. As this route offers little shade, you should bring suitable protection from the sun during hot weather, as well as water.
Lamarque loop via the ports of Lamarque and Arcins
5.90 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Lamarque (Gironde)
Lamarque is located in the Médoc region, in the heart of the great wine appellations, south of the prestigious Saint-Julien Beychevelle and Pauillac appellations, and less than 10km north of Margaux.
The village is unique in that it has the highest point on the Médoc peninsula. The dome of the church, perched at a height of 35 metres, offers a unique and breathtaking view of the great wine region.
Circular of Avensan - Departure from the chapel of Saint-Raphael
5.14 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Avensan (Gironde)
An easy hike through the woods on forest tracks.
Châteaux around Cantenac and Margaux
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.60 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Cantenac (Gironde)
Easy hike around the châteaux of Margaux. The hike takes in the prestigious châteaux of Margaux, passing through the vineyards that surround them.
Circular Labarde loop via the marsh and Château Giscours
5.66 mi
+66 ft
-52 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Labarde (Gironde)
A very pleasant walk through the marsh and then the vineyards, taking you past pidgeon hunting huts.The marsh consists of floodplain woodland on peaty soil.These stands consist of willows, black alders, ash trees, poplars and pedunculate oaks, with a understorey of deadwood such as hawthorn and blackthorn.The flora includes summer snowflakes and marsh irises.
Route patrimoniale de Plassac
8.77 mi
+659 ft
-650 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Plassac (Gironde) (Gironde)
Plassac offers an exceptional view of the Gironde estuary and a rare and varied heritage. From the banks and the port of Plassac, you set off on a route that takes you through the countryside, past historic sites and heritage landmarks
Loop around Plassac
6.37 mi
+413 ft
-413 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Plassac (Gironde) (Gironde)
Take a section of the Tours route on the way to Santiago de Compostela to reach the village of Plassac with its old streets and immerse yourself in antiquity as you discover the Gallo-Roman villa! Head to the banks of the Gironde, reach the marina and set off to conquer the hillsides. Shady paths, vineyard landscapes and beautiful views around the Vierge de Montuzet are all on the menu for this walk!
Bernos Fountain and Notre-Dame de Benon Church
3.37 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-Médoc (Gironde)
A pleasant family walk offering the chance to discover the beautiful fountain at Bernos and the magnificent church at Benon, as well as the pretty houses in Bernos and Benon.
Around the Church of Saint-Seurin near Le Pian-Médoc
2.77 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Le Pian-Médoc (Gironde)
A pleasant route in the Lande de Mirepied, starting from Saint-Seurin Church. The route is very natural, passing through woods and alongside vineyards. A beautiful olive grove can be seen at the start of the route.
Circular Le Pian-Médoc starting from Saint-Seurin Church
5.59 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Le Pian-Médoc (Gironde)
Start near the small12th-centuryRomanesque church of Saint-Seurin.
The route takes you through vineyards and then through the forest and is not difficult.
Across the Mirepied moor from Saint-Seurin Church
5.43 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Le Pian-Médoc (Gironde)
A pleasant route in the Lande de Mirepied, starting from Saint-Seurin Church. The route is very natural, with long stretches through woodland. For a short while, it follows a small section of the GR®81. A short part of the route follows the Jalle de Ludon.
Blaye Loop - Vineyards in the citadel
8.24 mi
+174 ft
-177 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Blaye (Gironde)
Formed by the confluence of the Garonne and Dordogne rivers, the Gironde Estuary is the largest estuary in Western Europe (600 km²) and the best preserved in terms of landscape and environment. Bordered by the vineyards of Médoc and Côtes de Blaye, this estuary is home to many inhabited and uninhabited islands that are well worth visiting.
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