Over one weekend every July, the very best horsemen besiege the ditches of the Citadelle built by Vauban.
Obstacle jumping contest.
Contributing stage of the world cup.
The chance to see one (...)
Over one weekend every July, the very best horsemen besiege the ditches of the Citadelle built by Vauban. Obstacle jumping contest. Contributing stage of the world cup. The chance to see one of the biggest fireworks displays in the region and local dance in the public gardens.
Contact : Office de Tourisme de Blaye Tel. +33 (0)5 57 42 12 09 Email :info@tourisme-blaye.com Web :www.tourisme-blaye.com Opening information : July Start date : 12/07/2012 End date : 15/07/2012
Côtes-de-Bordeaux Blaye marathon
Going through more than 12 estates and 14 communes in the appellation, the Blaye côtes-de-bordeaux marathon really shows you the Blaye region with its hillsides, all to the rhythm of musical (...)
Going through more than 12 estates and 14 communes in the appellation, the Blaye côtes-de-bordeaux marathon really shows you the Blaye region with its hillsides, all to the rhythm of musical performances and with tastings of premières-côtes -de-blaye in the châteaux that welcome you during the run.
You are welcome to come in fancy dress.
The arrival is on a red carpet in Blaye Citadel, listed as World Heritage by UNESCO. The marathon takes place in May each year.
Address :
Les Augirons
33820 Saint-Ciers-sur-Gironde
Contact : Association du Marathon de Blaye Cotes de Bordeaux Tel. +33 (0)5 57 32 63 10 ou +33 (0)6 75 02 99 34 Web :www.marathon-cotes-de-blaye.com Start date : 12/05/2011
Côtes-de-Bourg châteaux hiking
Location Enjoy the charm of the Bourg en Gironde region, the Little Switzerland of the Gironde just a few kilometres from Blaye, listed by UNESCO. For an original way to discover the wines of (...)
Enjoy the charm of the Bourg en Gironde region, the Little Switzerland of the Gironde just a few kilometres from Blaye, listed by UNESCO. For an original way to discover the wines of Côtes-de-Bourg, take part in the walk organised each June by the "Association Chemins et Paysages en Bourgeais".
Atmosphere
Put on your best walking shoes and choose the circuit that suits you: 25 km (leaving at 9.30) or 15 km (leaving at 10.30). At the end of the walk, meet the rest of the walkers for a drink served in the citadel castle along with a souvenir gift. The booking (at the Tourist Office in Bourg) includes the walk of your choice, breakfast, supplies, wine tasting sessions and the drink in the evening.