Saillans (Gironde) walks

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

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

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.

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 walk will take you through woods and vineyards.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bucolic route: undergrowth, meadows, very few vineyards, cereal fields and small, quiet roads with accessible verges. Several castles and beautiful residences, not to mention the church and its magnificent 11th-century crypt

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.

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.

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.

Daignac, with its 14th-century castle, vineyards, lots of undergrowth and few paved roads... Very flat route.

A rural route through woods, meadows, a few vineyards and quiet country roads.

A moderately hilly hike through woods, meadows and a section of the Lapébie cycle path.

A slightly hilly, shortened route through woodland, meadows, a stud farm, horse paddocks and the beautiful Château de Camiac.

Very flat route: Lapébie cycle path, vineyards, woodland...

Created and offered by the Sainte-Florence Animation association during their annual "Vintage Bike Ride" event. Enjoy this 30 km ride in the heart of nature, between hills and rivers, to (re)discover our local landscapes.

Created and offered by the Sainte-Florence Animationassociation during their annual "Vintage Bike Ride" event. Enjoy this 43 km ride in the heart of nature, between hills and rivers, to (re)discover our local landscapes.

Follow and admire the Dordogne from both banks as you pass through the villages and hamlets that surround it.

Starting from the quays of Castillon-la-Bataille, this alternative route takes you to the hillsides of Castillonnais, offering breathtaking views of the Dordogne valley. Explore the valleys and admire the panorama.

The commune, through which the Ruisseau du Courbut flows, is made up of two plateaux that slope down towards the Dordogne. You can enjoy a peaceful and pleasant atmosphere, surrounded by the magnificent surrounding countryside of vineyards and forests.