Bordeaux Area / Arcachon bay

From Bordeaux, discover the greatest vineyards of Bordeaux in 3 stages! Cross the Entre-deux-Mers and its gentle, rolling countryside to reach the medieval town of Saint-Émilion, where the quality of its wines is matched only by the majesty of its architecture. After Lalande de Pomerol, the vineyards of the Côtes de Bourg take you to Blaye and its imposing citadel. Of course, your cycle trip along the Bordeaux Wine Route would not be complete without a foray into the heart of the vast Haut-Médoc or without a glimpse of the mythical Château Margaux!

From Bordeaux, go up the estuary of the Garonne and cross the vineyards of Bordeaux. Then join the Ocean, the Bay of Arcachon by bike paths. Enjoy the lively resorts (Biscarrosse, Mimizan, Capbreton) and wild beaches, renowned for surfing then arrive in the Basque Country, with the prestigious Biarritz. The extension to Hendaye by the wild ledge offers magnificent views.

Discover the Arcachon Bay and the Pilat Dune. Ride along the ocean by bike paths in the middle of dunes and pines. Enjoy the lively cities (Biscarrosse, Mimizan, Capbreton) and wild beaches, famous for surfing. Then arrive in the Basque Country, with the prestigious Biarritz. The extension to Hendaye by the wild ledge offers magnificent views.

From the great wines of Bordeaux reach the medieval Dordogne castles.
A 7-stage cycling tour offering fascinating sceneries, from the vineyards of Bordeaux, St Émilion and Sauternes to the most impressive mediaeval fortresses of Dordogne: Beynac castle and Castelnaud castle! The meandering Dordogne river leads you through amazing landscapes to La Roque Gageac and Sarlat, the splendid capital of the Périgord Noir.

From La Rochelle harbor, using the Vélodyssée cycling path, you will ride along to coast through the pinewoods, before joining the Belle Epoque villas of Royan. Then, along the Gironde estuary, the Canal des 2 mers’ véloroute leads you in the heart of Bordeaux.

The Canal des 2 mers has been transformed, almost completely, as a green lane, from the Bordeaux’ docks to the Toulouse’ pink places. You will follow this ancient canal towpath, converted as a promenade and discovery space, to share with walkers and boaters.
Between rivers, vines and orchards, the numerous ancient fortified towns are waiting to deliver their secrets and History. You will be surrounded by quietness, easy living, conviviality and gastronomy.

Have a typical French bike experience: beautiful medieval villages, prestigious wines and terrific food. From Bordeaux, 4-bike stages to cycle into the famous St Emilion and Montbazillac vineyards before reaching the Prehistory region of the Dordogne in Les Eyzies. Stay in the superb medieval towns of Sarlat and Bergerac.
Enjoy amazing and various landscapes in one of the most beautiful of France: between famous wines, chateaux, old charming towns, picturesque abbeys … a bike ‘rendez-vous’ not to be missed for history and gastronomy lovers.

Bordeaux is known all over the world thanks to its famous vineyards.
So, that city full of cultural and historical places is the logical starting point for your cycling trip.
Get carried away by the sweet atmosphere and follow an itinerary which will guide you from the ‘Entre deux mers’ area to the land of ‘Haut Médoc’. Smell the delicate and fruity fragrances spreading from the famous wine properties bearing suggestive names, and dream about the glorious & turbulent past of the old properties you will cross.

Grab your bikes and follow the bike paths. From Bordeaux to the Atlantic Ocean, beneath shady Landes forest, calm and pines smell will be your route companions. At the end of your journey: the Arcachon Bay!
The key-word: Enjoy!

Follow the bike paths as leaving Bordeaux, stroll about accross the vineyards, ride under the shading pines’ forest! This itinerary by bike leads you from Bordeaux ‘La Belle endormie’ to the Arcachon bay. You will be enthralled by the variety of landscapes that offers the tour: Between urban heritage, vines, pines, dunes and beaches.

The ‘Canal des 2 Mers’ link up the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea. This bike itinerary leads you along the Canal de Garonne from Bordeaux to Toulouse. Then, you will join the Canal du Midi, UNESCO World Heritage, to the Mediterranean Sea. You will follow this ancient canal towpath, converted as a promenade and discovery space, to share with walkers and boaters.

Discover the Arcachon Bay by bike! With these excursions, you will be able to visit freely this little piece of heaven. The Dune du Pilat, the higher sand dune in Europe; the Cap Ferret and its oyster villages and the Delta de la Leyre and the birds park.

Take your time to walk around in the oyster ports, taste some seafood. Ride peacefully along the beaches, enjoy the waves for some bathing. Enjoy your holidays at your own rhythm!