Today, let's walk in the footsteps of the builder who put his knowledge at the service of the military supremacy of Louis XIV, Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban. Fort-Médoc, along with Fort-Pâté and the Citadel of Blaye, constitutes the lock of the estuary.
Difficulty: Medium
Distance: 10,5 km
Estimated time: 3 to 4 hours
Iconic to discover nearby: Fort-Medoc
The immersion begins in the fort, a place steeped in history that will bring to life in each of you the soldier of the Sun King. After your stroll through the heart of the vineyard, discover the Saint-Symphorien church in Cussac-Fort-Médoc. As for the town of Lamarque, it lives to the rhythm of the wine-growing seasons. the Lamarque Castle has long marked the history of the town, take advantage of its park and its long path of plane trees to observe this monument from another time. On the way back, I advise you to admire the Saint-Seurin church and climb to its summit to admire the view of the Gironde estuary, its islands and the Médoc vineyards. Before leaving Fort-Médoc to explore the Citadel of Blaye, take the time to observe the old windmills and squares, nestled on the banks of the estuary.
All you have to do is download the brochure and enjoy.
Good walk !
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