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The medieval city of Saint-Émilion
According to legend, Saint-Émilion was founded by a monk who found refuge in a cave in the 8th century (the Hermitage cave); his name was Emilion.
Since 1999, this medieval village has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
You will appreciate the riches of the city, including the astonishing monolithic church, the largest in Europe.
DISCOVER SAINT-EMILION IN ANOTHER WAY
- By bike, the 15 km "Boucle des premiers crus classés" winds through the vineyards of prestigious Saint-Émilion wine estates: Château Ausone, Cheval Blanc, La Dominique, and more.
- The mini-train "Des Grands Vignobles" takes you on the route of the Grand Crus, all the way to the beautiful winery of Château Rochebelle. Departure is from Saint-Émilion, at the coach parking lot.
- The Cloître des Cordeliers offers a guided tour in an electric tuk-tuk to explore the vineyards of Saint-Émilion, discover underground cellars, and learn about the production methods of sparkling wines. The tour ends with a tasting of several sparkling wines from Cordeliers.
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On the water :
- Discover the brand new 35,000m² aquatic park opened in May 2021 in Libourne: La Calinesie
- Opt for canoe trips.
- For board sports enthusiasts, come and surf the tidal bore ! The biggest spot in September is in Vayres, at the Port of Saint-Pardon.
- In idleness mode, you will opt forcommented cruises to discover the heritage of Libourne.
- And for epicureans, we recommend the aperitif cruises with tasting of Pomerol and Saint-Émilion wines.
On the ground :
- Château de Vayres , former property of King Henry IV. During the summer many activities offered, between course of puzzles and animations of cloaks and swords.
- Battle of Castillon , every summer, the war epic of English Aquitaine is reborn in the open air, with the help of 400 volunteers and 40 riders, during a grandiose sound and light show.
- Guîtres :follow the historic railway line from Guîtres station to Lapouyade… by vélorail or steam train.