Baron (Gironde) walks

Bucolic route: undergrowth, meadows, very few vineyards, cereal fields and small, quiet roads with accessible verges. Several castles and beautiful residences, not to mention the church and its magnificent 11th-century crypt

A circular starting from Croignon, with five châteaux on the itinerary: Rivalan, Camarsac (Prince Noir), Grand Puch, Petit Puch and Jonquières. An itinerary that allows you to discover the rich heritage and rolling landscapes of the Entre-deux-Mers region, along small roads and paths through woods and vineyards.

This is a very bucolic route through numerous pleasant woodlands, meadows and small hamlets, with lots of animals, but to enjoy it you also have to accept a few roads (fortunately very quiet ones)...

A rural route through woods, meadows, a few vineyards and quiet country roads.

Moderately hilly hike through vineyards, woods and meadows.Please note: this route is not recommended if you do not have a GPS or, better still, the Visorando app, as many sections lack signposts.Please note that descriptions (5) and (9) were modified on 19 August 2024 following two comments from a user.

This circular figure-of-eight loop around the Roger Lapébie cycle path allows you to discover the charms of the Entre-deux-Mers region and some of its beautiful heritage.

Daignac, with its 14th-century castle, vineyards, lots of undergrowth and few paved roads... Very flat route.

A slightly hilly, shortened route through woodland, meadows, a stud farm, horse paddocks and the beautiful Château de Camiac.

Very flat route: Lapébie cycle path, vineyards, woodland...

90% of the route is on quiet roads with verges, allowing you to avoid the tarmac... This can be very useful during periods of heavy rain. There are some good hills through meadows with herds of cows and farms, not to mention vineyards, of course!

A moderately hilly hike through woods, meadows and a section of the Lapébie cycle path.

A bucolic route, not very hilly but varied: very few small roads (with little traffic), meadows, undergrowth, pidgeon hunting huts, vineyards, small hamlets and castles. You may also encounter various animals. A significant part of the route is on the Lapébie cycle path (very busy at weekends). Please note that there are pidgeon hunting huts, so avoid the period from 1 October to 20 November.

Slightly hilly route, through vineyards, woodland, small hamlets and castles.

This alternative offers a shorter version of the circular Du Lyssandre à l'Engranne, where you will have the opportunity to admire rolling hills, vineyards and woodlands, offering many different views. As you explore these charming surroundings, you will discover châteaux, fortified houses and picturesque hamlets.

Throughout this hike, you will have the opportunity to contemplate varied landscapes combining hills, vineyards and forests. These bucolic settings offer a multitude of remarkable views. Along the way, you will also discover a rich architectural heritage. Castles, fortified houses and picturesque hamlets will punctuate your journey.

Just a few minutes from Libourne town centre, there are over 450 hectares of nature: meadows, vineyards, woods, the Dordogne river, but also storks, deer and wild boar (don't worry, they're not visible during the day...). Also worth seeing are a magnificent chapel, Château Videlot and its grounds. Please note that the path through the château grounds along the Dordogne may be inaccessible during high tides (coefficient > 100). This route is signposted.

Hike from Capian to Langoiran through the forest and vineyards, then near the Garonne and Estey rivers.Walk on dirt tracks and tarmac roads.Built based on advice from locals. Tested and approved on a sunny Sunday afternoon in April.

An easy route, completely flat on small, quiet roads through vineyards and along the banks of the Dordogne. The verges and vineyards mean you don't always have to walk on tarmac.

Discover a little-known part of Libourne after a few minutes' drive, leaving the traffic behind for the vineyards and then the tranquillity of the banks of the Dordogne. If it is hot and the sun is strong, you will be in the shade and cool on your return. The presence of the menhir is surprising.