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Place des Quinconces walks
Short circular loop of Bordeaux city centre on the west side through green spaces
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5.44 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Bordeaux (Gironde)
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.
Long circular loop around western Bordeaux through green spaces
8.56 mi
+39 ft
-36 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Bordeaux (Gironde)
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.
Short circular loop of Bordeaux city centre on the north side through green spaces.
4.56 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Bordeaux (Gironde)
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.
Long circular loop around northern Bordeaux via green spaces
8.25 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Bordeaux (Gironde)
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.
Walks near Place des Quinconces
Along the hillsides of Bordeaux
8.90 mi
+1,010 ft
-1,161 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Lormont (Gironde)
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.
The Peugue ascent
7.93 mi
+112 ft
-7 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Mérignac (Gironde) (Gironde)
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).
Chemin du temps in the Bois de Thouars
0.90 mi
+10 ft
-20 ft
0h 25
Easy
Departure from Talence (Gironde)
A unique trail in France that takes you on a journey through the history of our universe. The Path of Time: each metre travelled represents 10 million years, and the 1.38 km of the Path of Time retraces the 13.8 billion years that separate us from the Big Bang. Project designed by the University of Bordeaux and its Bordeaux Astrophysics Laboratory (LAB) as part of the "Science with and for society" label and in partnership with the city of Talence.
The University of Bordeaux’s Path of Time
8.70 mi
+33 ft
-131 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Gradignan (Gironde)
A unique trail in France offering a journey through the history of our universe! The Path of Time: every metre covered represents 1 million years, and the 13.8 km of the Path of Time retrace the 13.8 billion years separating us from the Big Bang. This project was designed by the University of Bordeaux and its Bordeaux Astrophysics Laboratory (LAB) as part of the “Science with and for Society” initiative. It passes through the towns of Gradignan, Pessac and Talence, as well as the University of Bordeaux and the University of Bordeaux-Montaigne. This route also follows the GR® Bordeaux Métropole trail markings for several kilometres.
A straight, car-free route near Bordeaux
4.57 mi
+240 ft
-105 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Ambarès-et-Lagrave (Gironde)
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.