Galgon walks

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

The route is fairly hilly and varied, with the banks of the Isle, vineyards, woodland, beautiful views, castles and stately homes.

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

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 hike that takes you through dense undergrowth, vineyards, valleys and peaceful surroundings.

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.

At the edge of Lac des Dagueys and its renowned water sports centre, passing through the undergrowth.

This walk will take you through woods and vineyards.

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

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.

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

Magnificent views, weather permitting: Saint-André-de-Cubzac, Pont d'Aquitaine, etc. Passage through Mediterranean-style shrubbery, not to mention a few beautiful castles... Be careful in wet weather, as the path can be slippery.

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.

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.

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.

The starting point of the route, Guîtres Abbey (11th and 15th centuries) is an imposing monument located on the Way of St James. We will continue our walk through the gentle Pays Gabay (pronounced gabaye) to meet three rivers, the Isle, the Dronne and the Lary.

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

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...

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.

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.

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.

Country walk through woods and vineyards.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.