- From the Square of the Bell Tower, you can enjoy an unmatched view over Saint-Emilion. The upper town’s town arms surround the original cavity. The Dordogne valley stretches over about seven kilometres (4.5 miles) wide beyond the town and leads to the Entre-deux-Mers hills in the distance.
- Take in the spectacle of the church and the adjoining courtyard.
- The King’s Keep served as a medieval surveillance tower. Join us to understand its construction process.
- According to Émilion’s 8th-century legend, the same water source which erupted in the Hermitage feeds the 19th-century public basins. The laundromats put up a spectacle while washing or rather, rinsing their clothes here. The Fontaine du Roi, the larger and only roofed washhouse at the time, catered to the rich neighbourhood’s laundries, thereby protecting them from inclement weather. The working-class neighbourhood’s fountains had reserved the smaller, roofless Fontaine de la Place to prevent laundry water from intermixing between the two neighbourhoods. Now, the washhouses act as a pleasing, flower-adorned and refreshing halt in the lower city’s lanes.
- Witness the striking gateway leading into Saint-Emilion
- Pause to marvel at the quaint old medieval market place
- One of the oldest and most well-maintained in France, this Romanesque wall narrates the prosperity and clout of Saint-Emilion’s citizens. It highlights the town as the second most influential during the 13th-century golden era in the Bordeaux region.
- Embark on a vineyard tour featuring a wine tasting session of chateau wines, followed by a picnic.
- Trek from the village to Chateau Godeau
- Trek back to Saint- Emilion village
- Wine tastings included
- English speaking guide
- Bicycle use
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Immerse yourself in the captivating rural landscape and sprawling vineyards with this tranquil half-day stroll around Saint-Emilion and surrounding vineyards.
Begin your journey in the renowned medieval city with a one-hour guided tour, where you’ll get to know about the esteemed monk, Emilion and the rich past of this timeless historical city.
Next, accompany your guide on a serene 45-minute walk (2.3km) to a locally owned castle, where a vineyard excursion and tasting session of the castle’s wines await you. Enhancing this experience, you will also have a picnic lunch amidst the vineyard, where you can appreciate some awe-inspiring sceneries.
It’s then time to return to Saint-Emilion by foot, all the while marveling at some of the most picturesque rural landscapes in France.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
