Tour de Gironde à vélo : étape 15 - Blaye / Bordeaux

Enjoy the charms of the Estuary and its islands on the ferry crossing: there's still time to enjoy a stroll or a restaurant in the port of Lamarque. Then you're off on a network of quiet little roads through one of the world?s most famous vineyards: green in summer, red in autumn, the panoramas are splendid.

From Lamarque, Fort Médoc is only ten minutes away: we're sure you'll love playing soldier in this ancient fortress built by Vauban!

Expecting vineyards as far as the eye can see? Not quite. There's plenty of forest to explore too, with many lovely stops along the banks of the ponds. Each Médoc village is a source of encounters in a store or at a winegrower?s.

The atmosphere is gradually changing, and the city is getting closer: bicycles are everywhere in the Bordeaux metropolis, but keep your eyes peeled!