The Scandibérique, the French part of EuroVelo 3 - the route linking Trondheim (Norway) to Cape Fisterra (Spain) - passes through the Gironde and our beautiful village of Saint-Emilion. This route offers the freedom to experience simple, essential pleasures, to make a host of urban and heritage discoveries, and to satisfy a quest for well-being and reconnection...
In Gironde, the 180km route passes through the Libournais, Entre-Deux-Mers, Bordeaux and Sud Gironde regions.
Let yourself be seduced by these UNESCO World Heritage landscapes, a fabulous architectural jewel framed by vineyards producing world-renowned grands crus. It's a must-see on this itinerary!
Come by bike:
The more sporty among you can venture into the Greater Saint-Emilion area by bike.
For your own safety, be sure to use national or regional signposted routes, as well as hiking trails.
From Bordeaux, you can come via Lormont, Vayres, Libourne - or Latresne, Créon, Branne.
Coming by train from Bordeaux or Paris:
The SNCF offers regular transfers between Bordeaux, Libourne and Saint-Émilion. You can take your bike with you on the TGV.
There are more than 33 daily return flights between Paris and Bordeaux, 18.5 of which are direct.
Tickets start at €25.
Find the TGV Bordeaux - Paris timetable here
Find the TGV Paris - Bordeaux timetable here
Bring enough water for your needs, as there are no water points available at the station.
Bring €0.50 coins to use the public toilets, on the left as you leave the station.
Get ready to breathe in the fresh air, admire breathtaking panoramas and feel the freedom that comes with exploring by bike.
In this brochure, we offer an inspiring selection of cycling routes to suit all levels and tastes.
You can also find out about cycling activities, which can be booked directly via our online ticketing service.
The Accueil Vélo label is a national mark guaranteeing a welcome, services and specific facilities tailored to the needs of cycling tourists along France's cycle routes:
- Close to a cycle route
- Provision of useful facilities: secure bicycle shelter, repair kit, electrical socket for recharging the battery, etc.
- A warm, personalised welcome
With Accueil Vélo, enjoy a calm and pleasant experience in the Greater Saint-Emilion area!
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Grand Saint-Emilionnais Tourist Office
Le Doyenné - Place des Créneaux
33330 SAINT-EMILION
