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Les Billaux walks
Around Libourne – Les Billaux
Visorando Member
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.
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.
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.
Fronsac, its châteaux and viewpoints
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.
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.
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...
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A circular route from Lugon to Les Moulins de Thouil
3.96 mi
+262 ft
-246 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Lugon-et-l'Île-du-Carnay (Gironde)
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.
Around Saint-Martin-du-Bois
5.52 mi
+233 ft
-246 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-du-Bois (Gironde)
A hike that takes you through dense undergrowth, vineyards, valleys and peaceful surroundings.
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.
Circular north of Montagne via Les Moulins de Calon
4.30 mi
+230 ft
-230 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Montagne (Gironde)
A short circular, gently undulating loop through vineyards and woodland, passing by the magnificent, perfectly restored Calon mills.
Around Montagne de Calon in Saint-Georges
5.80 mi
+276 ft
-289 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Montagne (Gironde)
This slightly hilly route takes you past the beautifully restored Moulins de Calon mills. You will cross vineyards and admire numerous châteaux and several Romanesque churches...
The difference between this route and the Des Moulins au Château des Tours route is that there is less undergrowth and more castles and viewpoints, as well as the Church of Saint-Georges.
From the Moulins de Calon to the Château des Tours
5.45 mi
+269 ft
-272 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Montagne (Gironde)
A stone’s throw from Saint-Emilion, a hilly and varied route: the windmills of Calon, scenic viewpoints, woodland and a magnificent château.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Guîtres Abbey, walk in the Gabay region
8.05 mi
+272 ft
-279 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Guîtres (Gironde)
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.
Saint-Laurent-des-Combes circular
5.10 mi
+269 ft
-272 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-des-Combes (Gironde) (Gironde)
A walk through vineyards, a 12th-century Romanesque church, châteaux renowned for their Saint-Emilion wines and woodland. Beautiful views in the hilly part.
Loop of the Châteaux of Saint-Émilion
8.52 mi
+538 ft
-509 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-des-Combes (Gironde) (Gironde)
From the old Saint-Laurent-des-Combes railway station, at a place called Barbeyron, you will climb back up towards Saint-Émilion with exceptional views of the medieval town. After skirting the town, this hike will take you through the heart of the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru vineyards.
