Sainte-Colombe (Gironde) walks

A pleasant route through vineyards and châteaux, slightly hilly with numerous viewpoints. The church at Sainte-Colombe is almost always visible, which may reassure some people.

A fairly hilly route around the famous Château Castagens, with numerous viewpoints, undergrowth, vineyards and small hamlets.

You are in Castillon-la-Bataille, where the Hundred Years' War between the French and the English ended in 1453. In this historic region, this walk will take you to the hills overlooking the town and the Dordogne River.

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

Take this route on your mountain bike through the vineyards, which will lead you from the quays of Castillon-la-Bataille to Blasimon and its abbey. Finish this route at the Blasimon leisure centre.

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.

Hike through a varied and hilly landscape of vineyards, meadows, woods and ponds. A few castles and beautiful houses. The roads used, which are few in number, are very quiet.

A gently undulating, shaded walk along the ponds, then through vineyards and past castles, with few small, very quiet roads.

A short, fairly hilly walk with some lovely views over the valley, a few famous castles and a steep climb.

A 5-star golf course, designed by one of the world’s leading architects, the American Tom Doak. A unique walk offering numerous views of the greens as well as the beautiful Romanesque churches of Saint-Philippe-d'Aiguille and Gardegan. Option to shorten the route to 6km; see § Practical Information.

A gently undulating walk through vineyards and hamlets. The roads used are mostly quiet, and the wide verges mean you can avoid walking on the tarmac.

A walk through vineyards, a 12th-century Romanesque church, châteaux renowned for their Saint-Emilion wines and woodland. Beautiful views in the hilly part.

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.

Starting from Saint-Ferdinand Church, discover the commune of Mouliets-et-Villemartin on this 11 km loop.

A fairly hilly route through vineyards, woods, hamlets and famous châteaux.The few sections on the road (which are quiet) can be walked on the verges.

A moderately hilly “adventure” route comprising:Quiet country lanes with accessible verges.Numerous sections through woodland.

A hilly, rural hike through vineyards, hamlets, viewpoints and castles, including the iconic "Puyfromage" and its dovecote, not to mention that of Monbadon...

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.

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.

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.

A stone’s throw from Saint-Emilion, a hilly and varied route: the windmills of Calon, scenic viewpoints, woodland and a magnificent château.

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.

A short circular, gently undulating loop through vineyards and woodland, passing by the magnificent, perfectly restored Calon mills.

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.

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.

A bucolic, hilly hike with beautiful views. It starts with a steep climb, but once you reach the top, you'll be rewarded with a beautiful view of the Dordogne valley and Castillon-la-Bataille. The route takes you through vineyards, woods and meadows, with little tarmac. It ends with another steep climb, but less steep than the one at the start.

From Lac de la Cadie, wind your way through vineyards towards the hills and the picturesque village of Pujols, where you can discover its castle, church and heritage.

This hike winds its way near the Château de Montaigne, located in the commune of Saint-Michel-de-Montaigne. It is a 14th-century fortified house that was the family home of the Renaissance philosopher and thinker Michel de Montaigne. The vineyard is part of the Bergerac appellation d'origine contrôlée (AOC).

Come and explore and visit a wine-growing and historical heritage site in the heart of the Lussac vineyards; a ten-kilometre circular route to marvel at this region where man has built his history and culture. This circular, accessible to all, can meet your individual or group sporting or leisure objectives.The route is marked with posts that give you information on travel times, for hiking or Nordic walking, or the places you pass through, by scanning the QR code.Directional arrows complete this route.

A bucolic, slightly hilly hike through vineyards, woods and castles. The few sections on roads have accessible hard shoulders and are not very busy.

As you walk along this route, keep your eyes open! Around a bend in the path or beyond a fence, you will discover traces of the past: wells, dovecotes and mills. You may also meet winegrowers who will tell you about their passion and offer you a taste of their wines.

Come and discover the highest flood levels in the Dordogne since 1840! You'll be amazed... Follow the banks for 3 km in peaceful surroundings. Then, ride through vineyards and charming little hamlets. The route is completely flat, on small roads with very little traffic. Please note: in the event of high tides, some areas may be flooded.

The Cabara circular walk offers beautiful views, particularly of the meandering Dordogne. The Port of Cabara, with its old warehouses, serves as a reminder that the village was centred on river trade in the 19th century. Its port was very busy. As a testament to those prosperous times, the houses and shops of the many craftsmen and fishermen still stand on the riverbank.

This undulating and varied walk takes us from plains to hillsides, through vineyards and woodland. From the heights, it offers beautiful panoramic views of the Dordogne or the vineyards and thrilling sensations in the dense woodland...

A beautiful viewpoint, a stroll through the vineyards and along the banks of the Dordogne in the fields.

Follow in the footsteps of Pierre Loti in the charming village of Flaujagues, where he used to visit his in-laws. Then, from the heights of Juillac, discover a breathtaking view of the Entre-Deux-Mers vineyards.

This village and its monastery date back to the Middle Ages. It was probably founded by monks attracted by the presence of a fountain. In this wine-growing commune, you will enjoy a very pleasant walk through rolling countryside.

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.

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.

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.

Walk starting from Doulezon. The village boasts a remarkable medieval church and is crossed by two streams, the Lestage and the Pédayne.

Randonnée au départ de Doulezon. Le village est riche d'une remarquable église du Moyen Âge et est traversé par deux ruisseaux, le Lestage et le Pédayne.

This is a pleasant walk that starts at the water's edge and returns a little further inland through the vineyards. It is not demanding, as it is on flat ground, and offers beautiful views of the hills opposite, on the left bank of the Dordogne. 06/06/2024: Hike modified between 8 and 10.

Here is a pleasant walk that starts along the water’s edge, returning further inland through the vineyards. Although it is nearly 10 km long, it is not particularly strenuous as the terrain is entirely flat. It is somewhat the western counterpart to another walk suggested to the east of the Branne bridge (Visorando no. 3895881).

Through vineyards and woodland, local hamlets and villages, this undulating route takes us on a journey through the peaceful, green countryside south of Branne.

Parcourez les chemins du vignoble de l’Entre-Deux-Mers et découvrez la Dordogne sous différentes facettes grâce à de nombreux points de vue sur ses méandres.

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...

The circular red trail in Saint-Aubin-de-Branne offers you the chance to immerse yourself in the heart of a rolling landscape, amidst the vineyards. Throughout this route, you can admire beautiful panoramic views and set off to discover heritage treasures.

The circular loop in Saint-Aubin-de-Branne allows you to stroll through a hilly wine-growing landscape. Viewpoints and heritage features punctuate the route.

The route is slightly hilly and quite varied, taking in a riding centre, castles, vineyards, viewpoints and charming little hamlets.

Make the most of this pleasant walk to discover the charming village of Rauzan, its history, its vineyards and its rolling countryside.

From the moat of Rauzan Castle, this path winds its way through rows of vines stretching as far as the eye can see. Continuing towards Jugazan, the landscape transforms into rolling hills offering magnificent panoramic views of the Engranne Valley.

From Jugazan, enjoy the rolling countryside offering magnificent panoramic views of the Engranne valley. Continuing towards Rauzan, wind your way through the rows of vines to reach its medieval castle. Finish your hike by discovering the many Palaeolithic sites in Lugasson.

A circular route in a fairly hilly landscape where you can admire beautiful views, a dolmen, a Romanesque church and enjoy the undergrowth and vineyards. You can also stop at the "Cabane à Lire" (reading hut), where many books are available. Tested again on 07/02/2019, the descent after the (1) is narrow but accessible.

Enjoy the rolling countryside and panoramic views of the Engranne valley as you follow this path. You will then venture through the rows of vines to reach the village of Rauzan and its medieval castle.