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Sainte-Hélène walks
Circular of Avensan - Departure from the chapel of Saint-Raphael
Visorando Member
5.14 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Avensan (Gironde)
An easy hike through the woods on forest tracks.
Circular along the Guitard stream from Issac
5.80 mi
+59 ft
-62 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Médard-en-Jalles (Gironde)
An easy circular path through the shaded forest, following two tributaries of the Jalle de Martignas.
Moulis en Médoc circular loop via the Moulin de Tiquetorte
6.27 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Moulis-en-Médoc (Gironde)
An easy walk through the vineyards; you will pass near the Jalle de Tiquetorte, where the Moulin de Tiquetorte is located.
Listrac-Médoc circular route via the Châteaux Lestage and Fonréaud
5.96 mi
+105 ft
-105 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Listrac-Médoc (Gironde)
This easy circular route through the vineyards with little tarmac road takes you past Château Lestage, a ruined windmill and Château Fonréaud.
Loop around the lakes starting from Arsac
7.14 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Arsac (Gironde)
An easy route near the vineyards, then through the forest and around two lakes.
Circular Arsac towards Guiton and the Cordet estate
5.15 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Arsac (Gironde)
An easy circular through the forest to reach the old gravel pits. You will pass close to Montbrison Castle.
Circular of Arsac
7.49 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Arsac (Gironde)
A pleasant route to discover the former gravel pits of Arsac, now transformed into lakes and ponds, the gravel pits of Avensan and the woods adjacent to them. The hike is on good, soft sandy paths. It offers a variety of landscapes and a great moment of nature after passing through the peaceful neighbourhoods of Arsac. The starting point is near the beautiful Saint-Germain church.
Martignas-sur-Jalle - Magudas circular route via the Soldat bridge
5.94 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Martignas-sur-Jalle (Gironde)
This hike follows the course of the Jalle. You will cross the Soldat bridge and then walk along a stone path
without any difficulty.
Between pine trees and lakes in Martignas-sur-Jalle
5.56 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Martignas-sur-Jalle (Gironde)
A lovely outing, close to the Bordeaux metropolitan area without the drawbacks of the Arcachon Basin.
Bernos Fountain and Notre-Dame de Benon Church
3.37 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-Médoc (Gironde)
A pleasant family walk offering the chance to discover the beautiful fountain at Bernos and the magnificent church at Benon, as well as the pretty houses in Bernos and Benon.
Circular Le Pian-Médoc starting from Saint-Seurin Church
5.59 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Le Pian-Médoc (Gironde)
Start near the small12th-centuryRomanesque church of Saint-Seurin.
The route takes you through vineyards and then through the forest and is not difficult.
Along the mountain streams from Cantinolle
4.68 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Eysines (Gironde)
Hike along the banks of the Jalle du Tailan and then the Jalle d'Eysines via Majolan Park.
Châteaux around Cantenac and Margaux
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.60 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Cantenac (Gironde)
Easy hike around the châteaux of Margaux. The hike takes in the prestigious châteaux of Margaux, passing through the vineyards that surround them.
Lamarque loop via the ports of Lamarque and Arcins
5.90 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Lamarque (Gironde)
Lamarque is located in the Médoc region, in the heart of the great wine appellations, south of the prestigious Saint-Julien Beychevelle and Pauillac appellations, and less than 10km north of Margaux.
The village is unique in that it has the highest point on the Médoc peninsula. The dome of the church, perched at a height of 35 metres, offers a unique and breathtaking view of the great wine region.
Northern Jalle Circular Loop
3.55 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-Médoc (Gironde)
A lovely family walk near Saint-Laurent-Médoc. The farm tracks are lined with small water channels, including a larger one, the Jalle du Nord. This walk passes through an area of significant ecological importance: the marshes in the eastern section. This area is designated as a Natura 2000 site. The ecological balance is under threat due to the abandonment of extensive wetland management in favour of the development of intensive poplar cultivation.
A circular walk from Saint-Laurent-Médoc to Balaugue
7.12 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-Médoc (Gironde)
This walk, starting from Saint-Laurent-Médoc, gives a good insight into the western part of this commune, where rural and urban areas are in balance. The route, which is mainly through woodland, provides a good overview of the improvements made and encourages the discovery of various plant species. With a bit of luck, wild animals may be spotted (deer, etc.).
Fitness trail in the Bourghail Forest
4.33 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Pessac (Gironde)
An easy 7 km walk, with no significant elevation gain, through the Bourghail forest and the Cap de Bos basin.
The Gironde from the Port of Beychevelle
3.78 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Julien-Beychevelle (Gironde)
A pleasant hike to discover two Médoc châteaux (Beychevelle and Ducru Beaucaillou) and the estuary with its carrelets. This route, with its varied landscape and modest length, is ideal for a lovely family walk.
Route patrimoniale de Plassac
8.77 mi
+659 ft
-650 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Plassac (Gironde) (Gironde)
Plassac offers an exceptional view of the Gironde estuary and a rare and varied heritage. From the banks and the port of Plassac, you set off on a route that takes you through the countryside, past historic sites and heritage landmarks
Loop around Plassac
6.37 mi
+413 ft
-413 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Plassac (Gironde) (Gironde)
Take a section of the Tours route on the way to Santiago de Compostela to reach the village of Plassac with its old streets and immerse yourself in antiquity as you discover the Gallo-Roman villa! Head to the banks of the Gironde, reach the marina and set off to conquer the hillsides. Shady paths, vineyard landscapes and beautiful views around the Vierge de Montuzet are all on the menu for this walk!
Cap de Bos and Bourgailh Parks in Pessac
4.86 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Pessac (Gironde)
Here is a short walk on the edge of the urban area of Pessac, in a tamed but no less pleasant natural setting where you can gain a bit of height thanks to cleverly placed viewing points. A walk you can do with your children, who will find plenty of opportunities to let off steam in a fun way.
Blaye Loop - Vineyards in the citadel
8.24 mi
+174 ft
-177 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Blaye (Gironde)
Formed by the confluence of the Garonne and Dordogne rivers, the Gironde Estuary is the largest estuary in Western Europe (600 km²) and the best preserved in terms of landscape and environment. Bordered by the vineyards of Médoc and Côtes de Blaye, this estuary is home to many inhabited and uninhabited islands that are well worth visiting.
Lachanau Northern Circular Route
4.28 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Hourtin (Gironde)
On the shores of Lake Hourtin, the hamlet of Lachanau, situated 2 km from the village of Hourtin, consists of small plots of land on which makeshift structures have been built. People from Bordeaux used to rent properties here to be close to the lake. Now, permanent buildings and beautiful wooden houses have been added on the shores of a lovely beach by France’s largest natural lake, set amidst the primeval forest.