Gironde: secrets of stone and vines
When we hear Gironde, we often think of vineyards and castles. But what if the stones could speak to you? Listen to their murmurs as they tell you their secrets, as you discover a wealth of heritage, from prehistory to the present day. This tour of the wine-growing lands of Saint-Emilion and Pomerol is sure to impress your palate too. Let yourself be carried away by the charm of the hillsides, but also by the meandering Isle, Dordogne and Garonne rivers, ending up with your feet in the Atlantic!
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Saint Médard de Guizières
Kilometer 0
To discover
Cette première étape prend place au nord de la Gironde. Situé au bord de la rivière l’Isle, Saint Médard de Guizière offre un cadre paisible propice à la détente.
A faire :
- Pêcher au bord de l’Isle pour un moment de détente nature.
- Partir à la rencontre de la famille Borderie et de son vignoble.
- Visiter le Moulin de Porchères, une minoterie située dans un espace naturel labellisé Natura 2000 et Réserve Man et Biosphère par l’UNESCO.
- Pagayer sur l’Isle en canoë kayak à Saint-Seurin-sur-l’Isle, les plus sportifs pourront s’y rendre à vélo depuis le Camping de mon Village de Saint Médard de Guizières.
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Piscine Municipale de Saint Médard de Guizières
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Vignobles Borderie
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Aire CAMPING-CAR PARK
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from 01/07/2021
to 31/12/2025
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Offer:
On presentation of your PASS'ETAPES card, get free access to the swimming pool.
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from 17/08/2021
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Reserved for customers
Offer:
On presentation of your PASS'ETAPES card, enjoy a free tasting.
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Offer:
For stays of between 7 and 21 consecutive days, receive a 10% discount on the total amount of your stay (excluding tourist tax).
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Lussac
Kilometer 9
To discover
Located in the Grand Saint-Emilionnais region, Lussac has a few hidden treasures among the vines. The village takes its name from the Gallo-Roman villa of Luccius, the remains of which can still be seen today at the heart of a vineyard estate.
What to do:
- Taste the Lussac-Saint-Emilion red wine produced in the commune, a satellite wine of the Saint-Emilion Grand Cru.
- Discover the Gallic megalith of the Picampeau mound, also known as the Pierre-des-martyrs.
- Pedal along the “Churches and castles in Lussacais” cycling trail, a 30km ride lasting around 3 hours.
- Visit the Maison du Vin et du Tourisme, once a town hall, police station, court house, school and theater.
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Château du Bois Dumas
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Château Tour Guillotin
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from 01/09/2022
to 31/12/2024
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Offer:
Bénéficiez d'une dégustation offerte, sur présentation de votre carte PASS'ETAPES.
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Saint Sulpice de Faleyrens
Kilometer 23
To discover
It's impossible not to take a break at the Saint Sulpice de Faleyrens service area without visiting this village, part of the Grand Saint Emilionnais. The stones will take you back in time to prehistoric times.
What to do :
- Measure yourself against the 5-metre stone giant that is the Pierrefitte menhir, the largest in Gironde.
- Visit the 11th- and 12th-century church of Saint Sulpice.
- Stroll through the medieval streets of Saint-Emilion and discover this architectural gem, unique in France, with its church carved out of the rock.
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Libourne
Kilometer 29
To discover
Situated at the crossroads of the Dordogne and Isle rivers, Libourne has many faces. A wine-producing town that was once a port, you'll be seduced by its medieval streets that bear witness to a bastide town. The stones have many stories to tell you!
Things to do :
- Stroll through the historic town center and visit the Musée des Beaux-Arts.
- Play gourmet and fall for Libourne macaroons!
- Take time to taste the great Saint-Emilion and Pomerol wines: legendary nectar Petrus, Gazin, La Conseillante, L'Evangile, Beauregard, Nenin, Clinet, Sales...
- Experience a unique moment on the Bateau Barbecue for a convivial moment on the Isle.
- Wakeboard on Lac des Dagueys.
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Château Tour Guillotin
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Arès
Kilometer 110
To discover
Welcome to the Bay of Arcachon! Dream beaches, fragrant pine forests, grandiose dunes, islets and white sand: come and admire all the natural beauty all around you! Arès, located on the eastern coast of the Basin, lets you take full advantage of the tidal phenomenon, where the sea recedes entirely every 6 hours: not to be missed!
Things to do :
- Go for a walk in the Prés Salés nature reserve and its multitude of landscapes, which makes the locals so happy!
- Go for a swim or relax in the crystal-clear waters of the Cirès river at Saint Brice.
- Stroll along the oyster port and enjoy the blue, yellow and green huts for a pleasant stroll.
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Vendays-Montalivet
Kilometer 142
To discover
This last stop takes you to the other side of the world... With its wooden cabins and wide, white-sand beach, it has an air of California on one side, and a pine forest on the other. Here you are in Vendays-Montalivet in the Médoc Regional Nature Park.
Things to do :
- Try your hand at surfing, thanks to the many surf schools in the village.
- Stroll through the Montalivet-les-Bains market and enjoy the scents of local produce.
- Enjoy the twelve outdoor activities at Parc de l'Aventure (accrobranche, sumo wrestling, go-karts, treasure hunts, mini golf and much more).
