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Fronsac (Gironde) walks
Fronsac, its châteaux and viewpoints
Visorando Member
5.71 mi
+381 ft
-351 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Fronsac (Gironde) (Gironde)
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.
Circular around Saint-Aignan
6.19 mi
+420 ft
-400 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Aignan (Gironde) (Gironde)
A hilly hike between famous châteaux and their vineyards, with beautiful views of the Dordogne and charming little hamlets...
Lac des Dagueys
6.90 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Libourne (Gironde)
At the edge of Lac des Dagueys and its renowned water sports centre, passing through the undergrowth.
Condat Circular
3.95 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Libourne (Gironde)
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.
Local loop in Saillans
Tourist office
3.78 mi
+220 ft
-233 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Saillans (Gironde) (Gironde)
This walk will take you through the vineyards of Saillans, a small village with beautiful views of the River Isle and Libourne.
Around Libourne – Les Billaux
4.80 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Les Billaux (Gironde)
An easy walk through gravel pits, marshes, meadows, the banks of the Isle and some woodland. Please note that this area is prone to flooding; take this into account during such periods.
On the hills above Saint-Aignan
6.30 mi
+430 ft
-407 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Germain-de-la-Rivière (Gironde)
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.
Château de la Rivière in Saint-Germain-de-la-Rivière
5.11 mi
+315 ft
-302 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Germain-de-la-Rivière (Gironde)
A slightly hilly route combining the magnificent Château de la Rivière, its viewpoint, undergrowth and vineyards.
From the banks of the Dordogne to Château La Rivière
5.26 mi
+243 ft
-233 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Germain-de-la-Rivière (Gironde)
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.
East of Saint-Germain-de-la-Rivière
4.35 mi
+367 ft
-364 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-de-la-Rivière (Gironde)
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.
From Saint-Germain-de-la-Rivière to Tressac in a loop
6.70 mi
+259 ft
-266 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Germain-de-la-Rivière (Gironde)
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.
North of Villegouge
5.78 mi
+105 ft
-102 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Villegouge (Gironde)
A slightly undulating route through the vineyards, with a few copses and quiet roads with sufficiently accessible verges.
South of Villegouge
5.29 mi
+312 ft
-318 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Villegouge (Gironde)
A bucolic, undulating hike through varied landscapes, vineyards and undergrowth, and a few small, quiet roads.
The banks of the Dordogne in Libourne
4.01 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Libourne (Gironde)
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.
Cadarsac Nérigean circular
6.67 mi
+367 ft
-364 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Cadarsac (Gironde)
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.
Lugon from the top of Tertre de Thouil
6.43 mi
+335 ft
-338 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lugon-et-l'Île-du-Carnay (Gironde)
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.
Some renowned vineyards around Néac
6.22 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Néac (Gironde)
A completely flat route through the vineyards of grand cru wines and magnificent châteaux whose reputation is well established: the 20th-century Château Siaurac, listed as a Historic Monument, and its magnificent century-old park; Pomerol; Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé; Lalande de Pomerol...
The rural hills of Génissac
6.39 mi
+446 ft
-443 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Génissac (Gironde)
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!
North-west of Galgon
6.44 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Galgon (Gironde)
A route along quiet country lanes, ideal in wet weather. You can always walk on the verges.
Circuit in Savignac-de-l'Isle
7.48 mi
+413 ft
-400 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Savignac-de-l'Isle (Gironde)
The route is fairly hilly and varied, with the banks of the Isle, vineyards, woodland, beautiful views, castles and stately homes.
Around Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens
6.02 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens (Gironde)
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.
Vérac loop
7.52 mi
+394 ft
-397 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Vérac (Gironde)
This walk will take you through woods and vineyards.
Saint-Émilion - Haut Sarpe
5.05 mi
+285 ft
-269 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Émilion (Gironde)
Just a few minutes from Saint-Émilion, this remarkable hamlet has many surprises in store.
A lodge for pilgrims on the Way of St James, an aviary, an 18th-century mill, a magnificent Petit Trianon-style château, an important and magnificent collection of iron sculptures, not to mention a beautiful view of the mountains.
Let's continue with some Grands Crus and beautiful views of the rolling hills.
The Grand Crus of Saint-Emilion
Association / Club / Walk leader9.61 mi
+230 ft
-253 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Saint-Émilion (Gironde)
This 15 km circular route, with a fairly flat route, is ideal for all wine and nature enthusiasts. You’ll catch sight of Saint-Émilion’s prestigious wine estates.
The route winds its way through the vineyards of these renowned châteaux situated on the famous limestone plateau surrounding the village.
The Escalettes Route in Saint-Émilion
0.76 mi
+108 ft
-135 ft
0h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Émilion (Gironde)
Saint-Émilion is a medieval town of great interest in many ways. But whilst its main streets are teeming with people during the peak season, don’t hesitate to venture into a more secluded part of Saint-Émilion to experience a more intimate atmosphere. This short route, taking less than an hour, allows you to explore Saint-Émilion off the beaten track and away from the town’s shopping streets.
The Bonzac route and various châteaux
5.51 mi
+292 ft
-282 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Bonzac (Gironde)
A slightly undulating route, with numerous quiet country lanes, scenic views, meadows, horses, woodland, vineyards and a few beautiful châteaux, making for a varied countryside walk.
Please note that some sections are in flood-prone areas.
La Lande-de-Fronsac circular
5.63 mi
+92 ft
-92 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from La Lande-de-Fronsac (Gironde)
A very gentle hike through woodland, meadows and vineyards...
Circular route in St-Quentin: nature and castles
7.23 mi
+233 ft
-246 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Quentin-de-Baron (Gironde)
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.
From Branne to Blasimon
32.74 mi
+1,227 ft
-1,217 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Branne (Gironde) (Gironde)
From Branne, take the picturesque little roads leading to Blasimon and let yourself be surprised, throughout this loop, by the richness of the local heritage and the views from the hillsides.
From Branne to Bellefond
21.75 mi
+915 ft
-896 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Branne (Gironde) (Gironde)
Follow part of EuroVelo 3: the Scandibérique, and explore the small roads of Brannais and Entre Deux Mers to discover charming villages, hamlets and local heritage.
Romanesque churches from Branne
16.96 mi
+499 ft
-499 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Branne (Gironde) (Gironde)
Set off on a picturesque bike ride through the Brannais region and discover its magnificent Romanesque churches. Let yourself be charmed by the architecture of these historic buildings, witnesses to a rich cultural past.
Circular Dordogne in Branne
3.94 mi
+486 ft
-489 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Branne (Gironde) (Gironde)
This pleasant walk allows you to discover the beauty of the banks of the Dordogne and the architectural heritage of Branne
Route of the hamlets south of Branne
6.57 mi
+659 ft
-676 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Branne (Gironde) (Gironde)
Through vineyards and woodland, local hamlets and villages, this undulating route takes us on a journey through the peaceful, green countryside south of Branne.
The Saint-Émilion vineyards via the Dordogne and Vignonet
5.77 mi
+66 ft
-69 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Branne (Gironde) (Gironde)
Here is a pleasant walk that starts along the water’s edge, returning further inland through the vineyards. Although it is nearly 10 km long, it is not particularly strenuous as the terrain is entirely flat. It is somewhat the western counterpart to another walk suggested to the east of the Branne bridge (Visorando no. 3895881).
Along the Dordogne and through the vineyards from Branne
5.95 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Branne (Gironde) (Gironde)
This is a pleasant walk that starts at the water's edge and returns a little further inland through the vineyards. It is not demanding, as it is on flat ground, and offers beautiful views of the hills opposite, on the left bank of the Dordogne.
06/06/2024: Hike modified between 8 and 10.
Boucle de la Dordogne depuis Branne
13.04 mi
+892 ft
-906 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Branne (Gironde) (Gironde)
Parcourez les chemins du vignoble de l’Entre-Deux-Mers et découvrez la Dordogne sous différentes facettes grâce à de nombreux points de vue sur ses méandres.
From Cabara: viewpoints and the banks of the Dordogne
5.03 mi
+207 ft
-213 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Cabara (Gironde)
A beautiful viewpoint, a stroll through the vineyards and along the banks of the Dordogne in the fields.
The Gabariers Circular Walk in Cabara
2.72 mi
+203 ft
-190 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Cabara (Gironde)
The Cabara circular walk offers beautiful views, particularly of the meandering Dordogne.
The Port of Cabara, with its old warehouses, serves as a reminder that the village was centred on river trade in the 19th century. Its port was very busy. As a testament to those prosperous times, the houses and shops of the many craftsmen and fishermen still stand on the riverbank.
Charlemagne’s Hill via Roqueblanche
3.61 mi
+318 ft
-318 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Cabara (Gironde)
This undulating and varied walk takes us from plains to hillsides, through vineyards and woodland.
From the heights, it offers beautiful panoramic views of the Dordogne or the vineyards and thrilling sensations in the dense woodland...