11 trips around Bordeaux

Are you in Bordeaux and want to explore the region for a day? Here are the 11 rides around Bordeaux that we recommend!

The Belle Endormie is a city appreciated by holidaymakers like locals. With its water mirror, Sainte-Catherine Street or terraces, Bordeaux is a city where you feel well. Bordeaux is also a region rich in various and varied excursions. Wanderlix offers 11 walks around Bordeaux, to discover its hidden treasures, the time of a day.

1. Saint-Emilion

The wine lovers, this trip around Bordeaux is made for you! Saint-Emilion is world-renowned for its many vineyards, which can be easily visited around the village or even within it. The tasting is of course part of the pleasure of this trip, with moderation of course!

But what is less known is that Saint-Emilion is also one of the most beautiful medieval cities in France. Losing in its paved alleys is a dive in the past and places are absolutely magnificent. It is even possible to visit the catacombs of the commune.

2. Lacanau

We're completely changing the register with Lacanau's seaside resort. As a crowded town, the beach is 10km from the city, the traveler can prefer to spend the day at the edge of the ocean or at the lake, the Lacanau pond. The beach of Lacanau is one of the best surf spots in the region, amateurs can indulge with pleasure. As for the others, you have the time, between two baths, to keep you in the sun at the sound of the waves.

For those who prefer the pond, it is possible to make a cruise or try at the paddle. Sensations guaranteed! Numerous sports activities are also available, such as cycling lake tours. If you have time and envy, it is quite possible to make the beach and pond the same day. One of the walks around Bordeaux is all varied!

3. Bassin d’Arcachon and dune du Pilat

Arcachon is certainly one of the must-see tours around Bordeaux. The basin is famous for its Pilat dune, the highest sand dune in Europe, offering beautiful views over the basin. A beach is at the bottom of the dune... but you'll have to go back, it'll make you legs! Another beach is on the right of the dune, without you having to climb.

The city of Arcachon has the originality of being divided into four seasonal districts that have little in common. The city of winter is the one with the most charm with especially Villa Chopin. For a drink on the beach, head to the summer city! If you have children, there are three amusement parks located in Gujan, a few minutes from Arcachon: Aqualand, KID PARK and La Coccinelle.

4. Mazères and the castle of Roquetaillade

The town Mazères is known to house the castle of Roquetaillade, an imposing castle entirely renovated by Viollet-le-Duc 19th century. If there are some remains of the old castle, it is the new castle that holds our attention.

Outside and inside, it’s absolutely beautiful. It is therefore above all a visit to Bordeaux for history enthusiasts. Also Mazères is above all a residential village. Nevertheless, there are many wine cellars where the tasting can brighten your day!

5. Landes de Gascogne Regional Natural Park

For those who want to be in the middle of nature, this walk around Bordeaux is made for you. The Parc des Landes de Gascogne offers a variety of activities, from classic hiking to canoeing tours on the Leyre. Don’t miss the Marquèze Ecomusea which wants to reconstitute life in the rural Landes of the late nineteenth century.

If you go to the Leyre delta in Teich, go to the ornithological reserve, one of the most important in France and a beautiful observation if you love birds.

6. Save

This village is mainly known for the Abbey of Sauve-Majeure, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its ruins are a beautiful testimony of the religious history of the region and a beautiful visit around Bordeaux for lovers.

After the visit, you can explore the many vineyards surrounding the town and taste good Bordeaux!

7. Arès and Lège-Cap-Ferret National Natural Reserve

From the different walks around Bordeaux, here is one of the most original. This natural reserve changes in appearance by seasons and tides. At low tide, you can go on beautiful hikes looking for salicornes or cistude turtles.

The traditional and authentic oyster port of Ares is also a beautiful discovery. Finally, if the beach envy takes you, go to Lège-Cap-Ferret to enjoy one of the most beautiful in the region

8. Pauillac

Capital of the Médoc Viticole, Pauillac is, with Saint-Emilion, THE visit around Bordeaux for wine lovers. Many large wines are located around the town and it is possible to visit a large number of vineyards. This is certainly one of the best wine tastings in France!

By driving around the vineyards, you can also stop at the many castles crossed on the road. Finally, a small walk in Pauillac along the Garonne is soothing at the end of the day.

9. Blaye and the Gironde estuary

The town of Blaye is one of the best preserved citadels in France. An imposing enough, her visit is a walk alone! The view of the Gironde estuary is absolutely splendid and this is what makes this trip unique around Bordeaux.

Observing the estuary is something quite unique for those who have never had the opportunity to do so. The magic of nature in all its splendor. By taking the Blaye boat, it is possible to be close to it and, if you have time, you can visit Fort Médoc on the other side of the Garonne.

10. Nerac

This stroll around Bordeaux takes you to a beautiful village. With its Château Henri IV, the old town of Nerac plunges us into the time of the Green Galant and we love to lose ourselves in its alleys sometimes well leaned! The small bridge across the river is soothing and you can land in the Garenne Park to continue to admire the view.

If you are travelling with your family, the Lud’O Parc water park is located on the town of Nerac.

11. Bergerac

We finish our selection for a visit to Bordeaux culture. The reason is that there are two rather unique museums: the Wine Museum and the Tobacco Museum. Located in a 12th century cloister, the first traces the history of local wines. As for the second, it allows to know the culture of tobacco in the region.

The eve city offers beautiful walks in the middle of the flowery alleys and we especially love the small houses with doves. Finally, if you are vehicular, the visit of the original castle of Monbazillac, surrounded by vineyards, is not to be missed.

From now on, you only have to settle among the walks around Bordeaux. Good luck, and good visit!