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Valeyrac walks
Circulars between Port de Goulée and Richard Lighthouse
Visorando Member
10.07 mi
+20 ft
-16 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Valeyrac (Gironde)
This walk takes you from the charming port of Goulée to the picturesque site of Richard Lighthouse via the port of Richard. It alternates between paths, quiet roads and natural areas. Along this easy route, you will discover all aspects of the estuary: ports, marshes, vineyards and historical heritage.
Begadan circular walk through vineyards and woodland
6.45 mi
+20 ft
-23 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Bégadan (Gironde)
Bégadan, a small village in the heart of the Médoc. Walks amongst the vineyards, pastures and woods. Wildlife spotting (a wide variety of birds) whilst passing by the Étang de Bagneau.
The Tour de By circular in Bégadan
3.50 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Bégadan (Gironde)
Bégadan is a very old commune, both a wine-growing area and facing the Gironde estuary. This walking route, running alongside the vineyards and the estuary, offers some truly beautiful panoramic views. In particular, when open, the climb to the top of the Tour de By offers a most fascinating 360° view.
Warning: do not use this route during spring tides, as part of it runs very close to the Gironde.
Circular route around the Port and Richard Lighthouse
7.83 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Gironde
This circular route starts at the lighthouse and runs along the estuary and its many fishing huts. It passes through small hamlets with stone houses. Return via the port, the estey, and the estuary dyke again.
Castillon Viscounty Circular
9.29 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Yzans-de-Médoc (Gironde)
Starting from the church in Saint-Izan-de-Médoc, this circular route takes you around the former viscountcy of Castillon, which in the Middle Ages had the privilege and exclusive right to trade wine from the Médoc to England. It will allow you to appreciate the unique natural features of this part of the Médoc.
Circular Route of the Palus from Ordonnac
8.57 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ordonnac (Gironde)
Offering a chance to explore a wetland area in the Médoc, featuring the Chenal de la Maréchale and the marshes, this route also allows you to discover some beautiful architectural heritage, such as the church at Ordonnac, the old gate to the vicarage, historic windmills, and Château Coufran.
Circular walk around Château d’Escot
6.02 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Lesparre-Médoc (Gironde)
From Château d’Escot, a route through vineyards, pastures and woods, and alongside streams.
From the port to the cliffs of Mortagne-sur-Gironde
4.96 mi
+256 ft
-240 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Mortagne-sur-Gironde (Charente-Maritime)
There is a beautiful view of the Gironde estuary and, to the west, on a clear day, you can see the Beaumont tower, which is still used today as a navigation marker.
From Saint-Germain d’Esteuil to Miqueu
8.06 mi
+79 ft
-75 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-d'Esteuil (Gironde)
A pleasant walk through varied terrain, alternating between areas of vineyards, pastures, some farmland and small woods. There are numerous points of interest along the route: the archaeological site at Brion, beautiful mansions reflecting a rich architectural heritage, and wine estates such as Château Hauterive, Brie, Château Livran, Château Castéra and Château Peylaby. This area also boasts a rich biodiversity: flora, fauna, butterflies, birds, etc.
Circular route from the hamlet of Blanc to Gaillan-en-Médoc
5.24 mi
+26 ft
-23 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Gaillan-en-Médoc (Gironde)
Starting from the hamlet of Blanc in the commune of Gaillan-en-Médoc, take the road from Lesparre to Pin Sec beach.
Explore the local flora and fauna, as well as the isolated farms of the Médoc, via the paths and trails.
From the banks of the Gironde to Saint-Fort-sur-Gironde
12.33 mi
+610 ft
-614 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Mortagne-sur-Gironde (Charente-Maritime)
A circular route through the hillsides, valleys and marshes along the estuary banks, with beautiful views, returning via the marshes. The route follows part ofthe GR®360, which circles the Saintonge region.
Port des Monards - Talmont-sur-Gironde
8.02 mi
+207 ft
-200 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Barzan (Charente-Maritime)
A very refreshing hike along the Gironde estuary.
Circular starting from Port des Monards
5.03 mi
+213 ft
-190 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Chenac-Saint-Seurin-d'Uzet (Charente-Maritime)
South-east of Royan, near the famous village of Talmont, this is a lovely, easy route to enjoy with friends or family.
Don't miss the old Monards flour mill, Chenac Church and the views of the Gironde estuary.
Via the archaeological site of Brion in Saint-Germain-d'Esteuil
9.90 mi
+79 ft
-79 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-d'Esteuil (Gironde)
With the only Gallo-Roman theatre south of the Garonne, the archaeological site of Brion is unique and unmissable. This hike will allow you to tour the commune of Saint-Germain-d'Esteuil and discover the ruins and Roman theatre of the Brion site.
Around the Gallo-Roman Theatre in Brion
5.40 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Germain-d'Esteuil (Gironde)
An unusual route along dykes in a floodplain marshland area, taking in the archaeological site of the Gallo-Roman Theatre at Brion, before returning through vineyards and small woodlands. This area, with its settlements on the hills and knolls, offers beautiful scenery.
Talmont-sur-Gironde via the Caillaud cliffs, starting from Barzan
3.68 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Barzan (Charente-Maritime)
"Muddy waters"! With its muddy waters, the Gironde estuary is every bit as impressive as the Mississippi. On the edge of this austere expanse sits one of the most beautiful villages in France, Talmont-sur-Gironde.
The banks of the Gironde, the Talmont marshes and the Gallo-Roman ruins at Le Fâ
7.10 mi
+240 ft
-236 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Barzan (Charente-Maritime)
Don’t miss, at a place called Le Caillaud, the row of fishing huts on the banks of the Gironde estuary and a superb view of the village of Talmont-sur-Gironde, nestled on its rocky promontory. You’ll pass by the foot of a ‘amer’, a fixed landmark that was used for navigation on the Gironde estuary, and you’ll cross the Fâ, a major Gallo-Roman archaeological site.
Around Saint-Fort-sur-Gironde
Tourist office6.49 mi
+417 ft
-400 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Fort-sur-Gironde (Charente-Maritime)
The vine-covered hillsides of the Gironde are dotted with small hills planted with various crops and vines. The landscapes open up along the paths leading to the estuary. The marshes can be seen from the Beaumont hill. There you will discover a cone-shaped tower dating from the 19th century, but whose first constructions probably date back to the Middle Ages. Even today, the Beaumont Tower still serves as a navigation landmark.