Cubzac-les-Ponts walks

A very gentle hike through woodland, meadows and vineyards...

Fellow non-motorised hikers, here’s a route designed just for you! Close to the city yet very green and peaceful, this easy walk will help you unwind, thanks to the Bordeaux-Libourne TER train dropping you off at Gorp station. You can, for example, catch this TER from Bordeaux Saint-Jean station or Cenon station (check timetables). On the way back, the tram (lines A and C) will take you easily back to your starting point.

A pleasant walk exploring the Tertre de Thouil, starting from Lugon. This route through the vineyards offers beautiful panoramic views. Furthermore, on the Tertre de Thouil, you can admire two old windmills. 

Magnificent views, weather permitting: Saint-André-de-Cubzac, Pont d'Aquitaine, etc.Passage through Mediterranean-style scrubland, not to mention some beautiful châteaux...Take care in wet weather, as there is a slippery section.

This walk will take you through woods and vineyards.

Loop between the Dordogne and the Fronsadais hills, with landscapes of marshes and hedgerows, then vineyards and hillsides. Pass through the small port of Tressac and enjoy the view of Château de La Rivière.

A pleasant, undulating route offering fine views of Château de la Rivière and the Dordogne river below. The fairly varied route passes through vineyards, farmland and small woods. During the walk, you can also see the Meney wash house, the Tourenne wash house fed by water from the underground quarries, and the quarries’ wash house. The route passes by the entrance to the quarries and offers many beautiful views.

This is a fairly varied route that combines the banks of the Dordogne and the magnificent Château la Rivière, crossing a few vineyards and taking small, quiet roads.

A slightly hilly route combining the magnificent Château de la Rivière, its viewpoint, undergrowth and vineyards.

Set off to explore the beautiful landscapes of the Fronsadais region. This walk takes you up to the hills above Saint-Aignan, through small woods and vineyards for a bucolic stroll.

O you who seek coolness! Who flee from lovers of concrete, Keep La Gardette in terror, Leave Lormont without delay, Head not far from Bordeaux, Come to Château Seguinaud, Come and stroll around Bassens And don't miss Rozin Park.

A bucolic, undulating hike through varied landscapes, vineyards and undergrowth, and a few small, quiet roads.

A slightly undulating route through the vineyards, with a few copses and quiet roads with sufficiently accessible verges.

A hilly hike between famous châteaux and their vineyards, with beautiful views of the Dordogne and charming little hamlets...

Discover the hillsides on the right bank of the Bordeaux metropolitan area as you pass through numerous parks, each with its own unique features (lakes, fountains, ponds). You’ll also enjoy remarkable views of the right bank.

In the Bordeaux metropolitan area, this original circuit combines magnificent views of the Garonne, the Chaban-Delmas and Aquitaine bridges, the Cité du Vin and, further afield, a glimpse of "old" Lormont, all in a natural setting. Please note that there are many steps (but they are in very good condition).

For many years, the municipality of Pompignac has taken great care to preserve a green, wooded area around the village, which has enabled it to create a very pleasant circular walking route, in collaboration with the Communauté de Communes des Coteaux Bordelais and the Gironde Department. The path is well signposted (follow either “Ceinture Verte” or “Circular Path of Pompignac”).

A lovely walk in a little-known area near Bordeaux. You will pass through vineyards, forest paths and narrow streets in the Médoc region, rich in vineyards, forests and châteaux.

This walk will take you through the vineyards of Saillans, a small village with beautiful views of the River Isle and Libourne.

Walk starting from the Étang de Paloumey, passing through the forest and then the vineyards. An easy route passing near the châteaux of Cantemerle and La Lagune.

A route along quiet country lanes, ideal in wet weather. You can always walk on the verges.

A circular route along the small roads starting from Moulin Charlot, ideal for walking on rainy days. The roads are quiet and pleasant. Like all circular routes, you can walk it either way.

Hike mainly through the forest along the Saye valley. The route is shaded, mainly following paths through the undergrowth. Moderator's note : route not accessible as of 09/06/2022, see reviews.

The route is slightly hilly, with a significant section in the woods, ending at the edge of a very picturesque pond. This is a particularly suitable spot for a picnic, but bring a table as the few available are often occupied by fishermen.

This urban walk aims to connect some of the green spaces in northern Bordeaux, avoiding traffic as much as possible and taking less than two hours. As Bordeaux extends far to the north, it is impossible to visit all of its green spaces. The urban walk offers a fairly comprehensive view of Bordeaux, including middle-class neighbourhoods, working-class neighbourhoods, old neighbourhoods, renovated neighbourhoods, beautiful private gardens, and public gardens that are more or less accessible and well maintained. It is possible to do the walk by bicycle, taking care.

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.

A short, easy walk accessible to all, including young children, avoiding traffic routes as much as possible and offering several panoramic views of the Bordeaux metropolitan area. Ideal for a Sunday afternoon with the family.

This fairly hilly route takes you through vineyards and castles and offers numerous viewpoints. The route was designed by the Fronsac Tourist Office and is fairly well signposted for the most part, but has been slightly modified.

Les Amis du Domaine Yves Coupon invite you to join them for a walk with family or friends in the heart of nature to discover our local heritage, the Yves Courpon estate. You will pass through various localities in the communes of Cavignac and Cézac. This is a pleasant, well-marked walk with black ADYC markings on a yellow background, just under 7 km long, through the vineyards.

We offer you a lovely walk through the undergrowth and vineyards. You will pass by a pond, wine estates and the outskirts of Tresses, Pompignac and Fargues Saint-Hilaire.

This 7.7 km circular route starts in the current village of Fargues-Saint-Hilaire, at the Sunday market square, and takes you on a tour of beautiful shaded paths. Part of the route passes through Carignan-de-Bordeaux, where you will discover an unusual place. .

Country walk through woods and vineyards.

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.

Since the construction of the Chaban-Delmas Bridge, it has been possible to take a stroll along both banks of the Garonne River. Whether you prefer a brisk or leisurely walk, you will discover the most beautiful views from the Bacalan Bastide Bridge (Chaban-Delmas) and the Place de la Bourse.

This is a circular route that allows you to discover the green spaces and parks, covering more than one hectare, in the centre-west of Bordeaux. As in many cities, the western sector is favoured because the air coming from the sea is supposed to be healthier. On this side of Bordeaux, there are many beautiful houses with private gardens and well-maintained public parks, which are closed at night.The route can be done by bicycle, taking care.

This walk connects some of the green spaces in northern Bordeaux. Only some, because Bordeaux stretches far to the north and it would be difficult to visit all the green spaces in a reasonable walking distance.The walk starts at Place des Quinconces, winds through the beautiful neighbourhoods brightened up by green spaces that are closed at night, and after Parc Marceau, takes you through the more working-class neighbourhoods of Grand-Parc, Chartrons and Bacalan, which are currently undergoing renovation, before returning along the Garonne.It is possible to do this walk by bicycle, taking care to watch out for cars and respect pedestrians.

The aim of this urban walk is to spend around two hours exploring the centre of Bordeaux, focusing on the northern part of the city, with an emphasis on public and private green spaces and avoiding traffic as much as possible. This route also takes you through some beautiful parks and both affluent and working-class neighbourhoods. The route is accessible by bicycle, but care should be taken.

This is a circular route that allows you to discover the green spaces and parks of over one hectare in the west of Bordeaux. As in many cities, the western sector is favoured because the air coming from the sea is considered to be healthier. On this side of Bordeaux, green spaces often take the form of private gardens and well-maintained public parks are closed at night.This route can be completed by bicycle at a leisurely pace.

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.

La Bastide is a neighbourhood located on the right bank of the Garonne, east of Bordeaux. This long-neglected working-class neighbourhood is undergoing rapid change, with the conversion of industrial wastelands, multiple real estate projects, new streets... The proposed route is likely to change quickly...The aim of this walk is to connect all the green spaces larger than one hectare in this neighbourhood, avoiding traffic as much as possible and offering the most beautiful views of Bordeaux from the quays. Two shortcuts are suggested to shorten the walk.I suggest starting the walk on the left bank quays, but it is also possible to start directly from the right bank, at Place Stalingrad, at the end of the Pont de Pierre bridge. The walk can also be done by bicycle, taking care to watch out for pedestrians.

The aim of this two-hour urban walk is to connect the various green spaces in this area of Bordeaux while avoiding traffic as much as possible. La Bastide is a working-class neighbourhood that has long been neglected but has been undergoing rapid change in recent years. This walk allows you to discover the two faces of La Bastide: the old neighbourhood with its streets of shops and traditional Bordeaux stone houses, and the new neighbourhood with its new buildings. The walk can also be done by bicycle, but you must remain very attentive.

This is a circular close to the Garonne which aims to connect the various green spaces of La Bastide, a neighbourhood located on the right bank of the Garonne, in two hours, avoiding traffic as much as possible. La Bastide is a former working-class neighbourhood of Bordeaux that has long been neglected and is now undergoing complete renovation. You will come across buildings from the 1950s, as well as recent futuristic buildings and old Bordeaux shops. You can easily move from one era to another, and the construction work is far from complete. It is possible to do this route by bike, taking care.

The aim of this circular is to connect the green spaces of more than one hectare in the south of Bordeaux. To the east of this area, near the station, you will find a majority of working-class neighbourhoods, often undergoing renovation, with green spaces that are open all the time. To the west of the circular are more affluent neighbourhoods with well-maintained green spaces that are closed at night.It is possible to shorten the circular at Rue Pelleport, almost in the middle of the circular.This route is suitable for cycling, but care should be taken around pedestrians and cars.

This circular, less than two-hour route allows you to discover green spaces often located near churches, avoiding road traffic as much as possible. This is a rather privileged area with many small, well-maintained squares. The route is accessible by bicycle if you take care.

A short circular centred on the green spaces, covering approximately one hectare and avoiding traffic as much as possible. Circular accessible to people with reduced mobility (no stairs). Some green spaces, which are accessible at all times, are not recommended at night.This route can be cycled at a gentle pace, taking care to avoid pedestrians.

This is a circular route of about 2 hours that avoids traffic as much as possible and tries to connect the various green spaces in this popular area surrounding the Saint-Jean train station and extending slightly into the commune of Bègles. There are many small squares and green spaces that are open all the time and are more or less well maintained. The route is accessible by bicycle if you take care.

This is a circular route that allows you to discover the green spaces of western Bordeaux, a privileged area. As in many cities, the air in the west, coming from the sea, is supposed to be healthier. This area has many quiet, shaded streets and well-maintained parks and squares that are closed at night. The route can be done by bicycle, taking care.

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.

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 10 km walk through vineyards, nature and castles. A few passages through woods, a stream to cross, vineyards and two castles, plus the Moulin Neuf, which is a superb building.

This route takes you roughly along the small River Peugue from the border between Bordeaux and Mérignac to its source in the Bois de la Princesse in Pessac. It is a well-shaded route, suitable for all seasons except during very hot weather or rainy conditions, and can be completed by mountain bike or hybrid bike (the terrain is either tarmac or clay). It is also possible on foot, but a little tedious in places (Rue des As and Rue Socrate).