Grignols (Gironde) walks

Hike in southern Gironde, with a succession of typical rural landscapes: old farms with tobacco drying sheds, the Landes de Gascogne forest and old mills. The route follows the yellow or green departmental markings, along quiet country roads and forest paths. Not to be done during the wood pigeon hunting season (early October to 15 November).

At the very tip of the Gironde, on the border with Lot-et-Garonne, between the cantons of Auros and Grignols: a hilly, oak-wooded and very quiet area. Well worth a visit... except in October and November during the wood pigeon hunting season.

Circular route through the countryside, alternating between undergrowth and open spaces, with a few short sections on roads.

The route has been beautifully redeveloped; it is pleasant and tree-lined. An ideal walk for nature lovers.

On either side of the Beuve Valley, the Bazadais region is cut by numerous steep-sided valleys. The woods form a jigsaw puzzle with the cultivated fields and meadows brought to life by herds of cows, horses and sheep. This beautiful walk will take you along the small roads and forest paths of the Bazadais region.

An easy route along small country roads and through woodland.

This short walk will take you through the woods around La Réunion.

An easy route that follows the Canal de la Garonne along tarmac cycle paths.This route can also be done on foot.

Easy circular walk in the forest around Roaillan. Suitable for all. Mainly on paths.

A route through the heart of the vineyards, exploring vineyard huts, winegrowing and nature. Along the route, QR codes are available to find out more about these three themes. Starting from the town hall in Pian-sur-Garonne, the first QR code will tell you more about this walk.

Starting from the City Stade car park and the school (below the town hall of Pian-sur-Garonne), this hilly route alternates between vineyard paths, forest trails and nature trails, offering ideal terrain for trail running, but also suitable for mountain biking or, of course, hiking.Throughout the route, you will enjoy magnificent panoramic views: over the Garonne valley, with views of Saint-Macaire and Langon, the villages of Verdelais and Sainte-Croix-du-Mont, and a passage near the Château de Malromé, dear to Toulouse-Lautrec.It is a varied route that combines physical effort, nature and the discovery of the region's wine-growing heritage.

A very easy circular loop along the old Villandraut–Bazas railway line, now a tarmac cycle path. Suitable for children aged 6 and over. Largely accessible by bike; only a short section is on a dirt track. You cycle amongst oak and pine trees, crossing the River Ciron twice.

This route takes you along the banks of the Ciron from Villandraut, simply following the GR®6 trail that links the Alps to Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Shade and coolness await you on this easy, pleasant walk in summer.

A pleasant hike on forest paths around Budos and a section along the Ciron.

Circular route starting from Loupiac, in the hills of Entre Deux Mers. A mix of rural paths, farm tracks and narrow, quiet tarmac roads with passable verges. Very varied and changing hilly landscapes: vineyards, meadows, copses, little urbanisation. Stable terrain, regular ascents and descents spread throughout the route.

A lovely walk through the Loupiac vineyards, between paths and a few sections of road. The latter are always topped by an embankment for those who don't like tarmac... Located on the right bank of the Garonne, about 40 kilometres south-east of Bordeaux. Moderator update on 30/03/2021: Please note! There are private property issues between (8) and (10). It is therefore preferable to reach these two points via the D117

This walk, recommended by the Pays d’Albret Tourist Office, will allow you to discover the Pays d’Albret as seen from the heights of the left bank of the Garonne.

Easy loop starting from Lussolle and passing through the pine forest to the springs of Moncaut.

This route, starting from the renovated church in Retjons and passing through a forest of pine and other tree species, will take you to the Chapel of Lugaut, a listed historic monument, and along a pleasant path beside the Ribarrouy Stream.

This route starts in Podensac and takes you along the Garonne and its traditional fishing huts, through some wooded areas and across vineyards. The start of the walk is near the municipal estate of Chavat, built in the early 20th century by an industrialist. It features copies of ancient statues and has been designated a ‘remarkable garden’. The water tower that supplied the estate was the first building constructed in France by Le Corbusier.

Loop between pine forest and winding path along the Ribarrouy stream.