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Blaye walks
Blaye Loop - Vineyards in the citadel
Visorando Member
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.
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!
The Gironde from the Port of Beychevelle
3.78 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Julien-Beychevelle (Gironde)
A pleasant hike to discover two Médoc châteaux (Beychevelle and Ducru Beaucaillou) and the estuary with its carrelets. This route, with its varied landscape and modest length, is ideal for a lovely family walk.
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.
Gauriac heritage circular
Association / Club / Walk leader
4.69 mi
+292 ft
-292 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Gauriac (Gironde)
Route suggested by the Association for the Preservation of Gauriacais Heritage.
Magnificent views of the Gironde estuary, the Bec d'Ambès, the Île du Nord and the Médoc. The route is dotted with beautiful houses belonging to sea captains, fishermen, carrelets (fishing huts) and troglodyte dwellings, all the way to the small port of Roque-de-Thau. It also crosses a protected wooded area, the Château de Thau and the church... 17 information panels provide walkers with information about the sites and structures they encounter.
Nature walk starting from Campugnan
5.37 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Campugnan (Gironde)
Nature walk organised as part of a ‘Green Challenge’: I am (re)discovering nature.
Châteaux around Cantenac and Margaux
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.
Moulis en Médoc circular loop via the Moulin de Tiquetorte
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.
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.
Northern Jalle Circular Loop
3.55 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-Médoc (Gironde)
A lovely family walk near Saint-Laurent-Médoc. The farm tracks are lined with small water channels, including a larger one, the Jalle du Nord. This walk passes through an area of significant ecological importance: the marshes in the eastern section. This area is designated as a Natura 2000 site. The ecological balance is under threat due to the abandonment of extensive wetland management in favour of the development of intensive poplar cultivation.
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.
Châteaux autour du Pouyalet
6.32 mi
+148 ft
-138 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pauillac (Gironde)
Agréable randonnée à proximité de Pauillac à la découverte de célébres châteaux du bordelais comme les châteaux Mouton Rothschild, Lafite Rothschild, Pibran et Pontet Canet. Le parcours très nature longe de belles parcelles de vignes, des bois dont certains sont pâturés par des bovins et offre de belles surprises architecturales.
A circular walk from Saint-Laurent-Médoc to Balaugue
7.12 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-Médoc (Gironde)
This walk, starting from Saint-Laurent-Médoc, gives a good insight into the western part of this commune, where rural and urban areas are in balance. The route, which is mainly through woodland, provides a good overview of the improvements made and encourages the discovery of various plant species. With a bit of luck, wild animals may be spotted (deer, etc.).
Circular Macau route to the Paloumey pond
4.80 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Macau (Gironde)
Circular route between vineyards, small copses and the Paloumey gravel pit, passing close to Château Cambon-La-Pelouse, Château Guittot-Fellonneau, Château Cantemerle and Château Paloumey. Ducks, geese and fish at the Étang de la Gravière in Paloumey.
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.
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.
Cissac-Médoc Fortified Castles Circular Tour
10.20 mi
+164 ft
-164 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Sauveur (Gironde) (Gironde)
Known for its vineyards and wines, the Médoc is a land steeped in history dating back to ancient times. This hike allows you to discover the medieval fortresses of this region.
From the commune of Saint-Sauveur, you will cross the Médoc vineyards to reach the châteaux of Breuil, Lamothe-Cissac and Fontesteau. These three properties date back to the Middle Ages and even further.
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.
