Tour of Bordeaux (Gironde)

Starting from the iconic Pont de Pierre, the route heads towards the banks of Bègles and the wooded parks of Gradignan, where the banks of the Eau Bourde reveal a heritage of priories and old mills. Passing through Pessac and Mérignac, walkers encounter modern architecture and renowned vineyards before venturing into the wooded areas of Le Haillan and Saint-Médard-en-Jalles. Between Le Taillan-Médoc and Blanquefort, the landscape becomes wilder, blending château grounds with protected marshland areas in Bruges. Crossing the Garonne to the right bank marks a dramatic change in topography at Lormont, Cenon, and Floirac. Here, the limestone hillsides offer natural viewpoints with panoramic views of the Port of the Moon.

Nicknamed the "Pearl of Aquitaine," Bordeaux unfolds its classical elegance along the curves of the Garonne River, including the famous Port of the Moon. Its history, marked by maritime trade and English influence, is evident in the golden facades of 18th-century buildings and the majestic Place de la Bourse. Beyond its exceptional architectural heritage, such as the Saint-Michel spire, the city opens onto a generous natural landscape where the river dictates the scenery. Just a few kilometers away, world-renowned vineyards create horizons of orderly hillsides, while urban parks and landscaped quays offer green spaces in the heart of the city. The proximity of the Landes de Gironde and the Arcachon Basin enriches this setting with pine forests and wild dunes.