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Medieval City p.4

Family p.6 Culture & Heritage p.8

Gastronomy & Tasting p.10

Wine & Vineyard p.12

Unusual discovery of the vineyard p.16

Nature & Outdoor activities p.19

Excursions p.22

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ContentsMedieval City

Underground Saint-Émilion ........................................p4Saint-Émilion by night ................................................p4Saint-Émilion, city tour ...............................................p5Saint-Émilion, a night under the revolution ...............p5

FamilyA treasure hunt with Robin .........................................p6A walk at Château Soutard .........................................p6Tell me about Saint-Émilion .......................................p7The winemaker apprentices .......................................p7

Culture & HeritageThe Village of Books ...................................................p8Nature Getaway ..........................................................p8Château and Tower of Montaigne ...............................p9Jardins de Sardy .........................................................p9

Gastronomy & TastingWine and food harmony lunches ..............................p10Cooking at the Chateau ............................................p10Tasting Lounge, La Maison du Vin de Saint-Émilion ...p11Wine School at La Maison du Vin de Saint-Émilion .....p11

Wine & VineyardWine road in private ..................................................p12The Cordeliers’ Cloister ............................................p12Walk on the wine road ..............................................p13Château Villemaurine ...............................................p13I make my wine .........................................................p14EscapeWine ...............................................................p14Blind Taste ................................................................p15Sensations and tasting at Château Saint-Georges ....p15

Unusual discovery of the vineyardSaint-Émilion Tuk-Tuk Tour......................................p16Wine Bike Tour ..........................................................p16The great vineyard train ............................................p17Segway and E-Bike Tour Saint-Émilion ...................p17Hot-air balloon flight ................................................p18Hélipropassion ..........................................................p18

Nature & Outdoor activitiesBike rental .................................................................p19La Ferme à Roulettes ...............................................p19The Garden of the Lamprey ......................................p20Le Cabestan, the farm of the lamprey fisher ...........p20Canoe of Castillon Tours ...........................................p21Grand Saint-Émilionnais Golf Club ..........................p21

Excursions (Half-day or one-day trip)Bordeaux & Saint-Émilion Grands Crus UNESCO ...p22Rustic Vines ..............................................................p22Wine Saturdays .........................................................p23Wine and Bike Tour in Saint-Émilion’s vineyards ......p23

CAPTION

Guided tour

Free tour

Without reservation

With reservation

By foot

By bike

With your car

By bus

Unusual way of locomotion

Ticket sale at the Tourist Office

Ticket sale online

Bilingual tour in French and English

Tours every day Please contact us No tours

LEGAL INFORMATIONInformation published in this guide are given by our members under their responsibility. Alcohol abuse is dangerous for health. Please drink in moderation. All mentioned prices are indicative for 2018 and are not binding. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Editorial team: Saint-Émilion Tourisme • Design: agence eden - [email protected] Photo credits: Saint-Émilion Tourisme, Steve Le Clech, Anne Lanta, Heurisko, Guillaume Le Baube, X • Cover: Château Bernateau Copywriting: Saint-Émilion Tourisme • Translation: Saint-Émilion Tourisme • Advertising agency: Mediatourisme • Printing: Imprimerie Laplante

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MEDIEVAL CITY MEDIEVAL CITYUNDERGROUND SAINT-ÉMILIONThe largest monolithic church in EuropeThe true treasure of the region lies beneath the ground, so don’t miss this immersion into the heart of the limestone rock. It offers an exclusive discovery of the lesser known side of the town, an utterly extraordinary place.

From the story of monk Émilion to the carving of the surprising monolithic church, the guide will lead you through 4 monuments: Émilion’s hermitage, the Trinity Chapel, remarkable for its medieval paintings, the catacombs and the underground church. +

∙ A guide is needed to see these doors unlocked. ∙ Émilion’s cave conceals a fertility chair, well-known for its efficacy!

SAINT-ÉMILION BY NIGHTThe medieval city by the night watchman’s lantern lightAt twilight, meet our night watchman at the bell tower of the monolithic church and leave for a discovery of the medieval city of Saint-Émilion by the light of a lantern!

Between light and shadow you’ll be told the history of the village. Along the narrow streets to the famous underground monuments, the mysteries of the village will be revealed to you during this ideal summer night stroll.

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the crowds! ∙ It includes all the monuments

of the Underground Saint-Émilion tour, even more dazzling by night.

∙ Challenge the other visitors during the quiz and get a reward at the end of the tour!

SAINT-ÉMILION, CITY TOURRelive Saint-Émilion’s heyday!Now world-famous for its wines, Saint-Émilion boasts a very long and rich history from a pilgrimage site to a powerful economic town.

This guided walking tour will tell you more about the main development stages of the city, from its origins to our times. From tertres to escalettes, wander along the city walls, imagine the monks’ life through the remains of the monasteries and immerse yourself into the secrets of the stone quarries.

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the best panoramic views. ∙ The tour includes the 4 monuments

of the Underground Saint-Émilion tour. ∙ A tour with no more than 25 people.

PracticalTour departure from the Monolithic Church square Duration: 45 to 60 min • Every day, detailed schedule on our websiteA paper translation is available in several languages (German, English, Chinese, Spanish, Dutch, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian and Ukrainian) on requestat the tourist office before the visit.

From 1 to 50 peopleRates Adult: €9 • Free for children under 10 • Reduced: €6.50 (teenagers from 10 to 17, students, job seekers, monks/nuns, disabled people) End of ticket sale 5 min before departure.

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PracticalTour departure from the Tourist Office Duration: 1:30 to 2:00 at 9:30pm Every Tuesday from July 12th to August 30th From 1 to 30 people Rates Adult: €15 • Free for children under 10 Reduced: €11 (teenagers from 10 to 17, students)


PracticalTour departure from the Tourist Office Duration: 1:30 • English tour every week-end at 11:00am from 21/04 to 04/11/18 and every day

from 16/07 to 17/08/18.• French tour every day from Monday to Saturday at 2:30pm for the Easter

weekend and from 07/04 to 04/11/18.

From 1 to 25 peopleRates Adult: €13 • Free for children under 10 Reduced: €10 (teenagers from 10 to 17, students)


PracticalTour departure from the Tourist Office Duration: 1:30 to 2:00 at 9:30pm Every Thursday from July 12th to August 30th From 1 to 30 peopleRates Adult: €15 • Free for children under 10 Reduced: €11 (teenagers from 10 to 17, students)


SAINT-ÉMILION: A NIGHT UNDER THE REVOLUTIONGet on a dramatized tour by night! Dear visitors: welcome to Émilion la Montagne! Mr or Mrs Bouquey will tell you about his/her life, city and struggles during the French Revolution of 1789 through an entertaining visit of Saint-Émilion. Our local revolutionary will take you from the city streets and squares

to the underground monuments, a hideout during those troubled times of French history.

In the light of the lanterns, enjoy the anecdotes of your costumed guide and above all watch out: spies are everywhere!

+∙ Warning! Vibrant fun tour! ∙ French History is staged by Marinette and Robert, our local revolutionaries.

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A WALK AT CHÂTEAU SOUTARDEnjoy a beautiful family walk in the vineyards and let yourself be guided!A fun path, with explanatory panels, will teach you more about our environment, biodiversity and our cultural practices.

The nature trail of Château Soutard is an ideal and informative tour, while enjoying the quiet spaces of the property.

A booklet for children is on sale at the shop.

PracticalFree and not guided tour. Please register at your arrival at the shop of Château Soutard.Phone: +33 (0)5 57 24 32 36 • Email: [email protected] Website: www.chateau-soutard.com It’s better to wear walking shoes.


FAMILY

PracticalCome and ask for your road book at the Tourist Office Duration: 1:00 • From 3 to 15 years More information on www.saint-emilion-tourisme.com Heading “What to do” and “Family outings”

Rates Free


PracticalBooking at Coraline Moreaud-Mc Allan Château Cormeil Figeac: Phone: +33 (0)5 57 24 70 53 Email: [email protected] Duration: 1:30 at 4:00pm Every Sunday (except on September, October and November)

From 1 to 15 people Rates Adult: €5 • Children from 3 to 15: €10 Free for children under 3 • Family: €35 (2 adults & 3 or 4 children)


A TREASURE HUNT WITH ROBINHave fun in Saint-Émilion Little explorer Robin invites your children to stroll through the medieval city while answering some riddles.

Nature, heritage or gastronomy: choose your theme! Your companion Robin will lead you to discover the treasures of Saint-Émilion thanks to a booklet provided by the Tourist Office.

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∙ A scavenger hunt designed for children from 3 to 15, with 4 different levels of difficulty according to your child’s age.

∙ A gift is given to each child at the end of the treasure hunt!

∙ Adult and child come out and play! Let’s explore every corner of the village to help little Robin.

THE WINEMAKER APPRENTICESA special visit for childrenDuring 1:30, Coraline animates a workshop for children from 3 to 15 years to introduce them to the vine and vinification at Château Cormeil Figeac, a family wine estate located 5 minutes from the center of Saint-Émilion.

To begin with, each child takes his basket to harvest grapes, leaves, pebbles in the vineyards... in order to recreate a lively vine!

Then, the youngest learn to taste grape juice like pros: observation, tasting and spitting! Finally, all children choose a bottle to label and capsulate it with the machine of the wine estate. During this time, parents can enjoy 2 wines from Château Cormeil Fiegac.

TELL ME ABOUT SAINT-ÉMILIONMyths and legends for children from 5 to 123 visits, 3 themes for an educational initiation to the heritage of the medieval village.

Pierre, the stonemason: Through Pierre’s story you’ll discover the life of a child in the Middle Ages and the role of freestones and fortifications.

Underground investigation: A real treasure hunt in the 4 underground monuments thanks to a booklet illustrated by Nina Luec! Children must know how to write for this visit.

Lie detector: A stroll through the city where truths and tricks mingle. Will you be able to discover the tricks of your guide?

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∙ Caution! These tours can reveal callings to become a detective, a monster hunter or a tenor.

∙ Family outing!

PracticalTour departure from the Tourist Office or from the Monolithic Church square for “Underground investigation”. Duration: 1:00 at 11:00am From Monday to Friday from July 10th to August 25th and only on Wednesdays during the other French Holidays. From 1 to 20 peopleRates Adult: €6 • Family: €18 (4 people minimum, 2 of whom must be

children under 12) • Children under 12 years: €6 Unaccompanied children not allowed.End of ticket sale 5 min before departure.


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NATURE GETAWAY A wetland in Saint-ÉmilionLocated next to Saint-Émilion, the Château de Lescours takes you on a guided walk of about 1 hour. You will discover the park of the Château and its splendid statues made of stone and bronze, its traditionally cultivated vines and its wet zone.

Ponds, hunting huts and duck nest boxes will be the occasion to apprehend the word biodiversity and how man and nature are coexisting for hundreds of years... for the preservation of this space.

Home area of several species of animals, you may have the chance to come face to face with purple herons, great egrets or even cistudes.

Your walk will of course end with the visit of the cellars and a tasting of the wines of the property.

PracticalInformation and booking at Mrs Chariol - Château de Lescours Phone: +33 (0)6 81 93 39 84 Email: [email protected] Website: www.chateaudelescours.com Duration: 1:00 (without tasting) at 4:00pm Period: on Mondays from April to October From 4 to 10 peopleRates Adult: €8 • Children under 12: €5


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PracticalInformation at The Village of Books Laubardemont - 33910 Sablons • Phone: +33 (0)5 57 41 14 11 Email: [email protected] Website: www.levillagedulivre.comRates Adult: €8 • Groups over 25 people: €6.50 Free for children under 14


PracticalBooking at Jardins de Sardy: Sardy, Route de Sardy - 24230 VélinesPhone: +33 (0)5 53 27 51 45 • Email: [email protected] Website: www.jardinsdesardy.comOpen from 31/03 to 27/04 and from 01/10 to 31/10: booking in advance (by phone or email) is requested.Open from 28/04 to 30/09: every day from 10:00am to 6:00pm.

Rates Adult: €7 • Reduced: €4 (students / unemployed) Free under 12Group of adults (10 adults min and 40 max): €5 / adult Group of children: €3 /child


THE VILLAGE OF BOOKS Safeguarding paper heritage: the link between books, objects and collections.Your imagination bookshop, located in a place out of the ordinary charged with five centuries of history, preserves our paper heritage; books, photos, stamps, maps and so much more! You will find there a little of yourself.Bookstores invite you to search, discover and explore the treasures

of our heritage with curiosity. Discoveries and wonderment are guaranteed at the edge of the Isle and the Dronne!During your visit, you will be able to acquire a fragment of this heritage and you will contribute to its safeguard.

JARDINS DE SARDY A romantic garden in the DordogneTwenty-five kilometers from Saint-Émilion, discover these English and Italian gardens classified Remarquable Gardens. Those gardens go along the 18th century house.Facing the house, the perspective of the long basin framed by hedges and vertical cypresses evokes Tuscany. Rock gardens and pastel flower beds offer the charm of English gardens.Our tea room with a shaded terrace offers a panoramic view and awaits you after your walk for some refreshments.

CHÂTEAU AND TOWER OF MONTAIGNE Visit of an exceptional site 15 min away from Saint-ÉmilionThe stately Chateau and Tower de Montaigne await you less than 20 km north of Saint-Émilion, on the way to Bergerac.

The Tower, now a listed monument from the 14th century, inspired philosopher Michel de Montaigne for the writing of his “Essais”. The 19th century castle, inspired by Violet-Le-Duc, has a unique architecture, with a mixture of medieval, Renaissance and neo-Gothic styles. It is now open to the public by reservation. The park will be a perfect setting for your picnics and family walks.

The 20 hectares of the Montaigne lands also include vineyards. Take advantage of your visit to discover the rich history of the estate thanks to the guided tours and end them with a tasting of the wines of Michel de Montaigne!

PracticalBooking at Château de Montaigne Open every day during the summer • 24230 St-Michel-de-Montaigne Phone: +33 (0)5 53 58 63 93 • Email: [email protected] Website: www.chateau-montaigne.comRates Free visit of the parc: €5 / adult and €3/child Visit of the Tower or the Chateau: €9 (by appointment), €6 for 10/15 years and students • Free for children under 10 €7 for groups (more than 15 people) Discovery Pack: €16 (Tower, Castle) Curious Pack: €20 (Tower, Castle & tasting in the Castle) Gourmet Pack: €70 (Tower, Castle & lunch/cocktail in the Castle) Epicurean Pack: €110 (Tower, Castle & gastronomic dinner in the Castle)


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COOKING AT THE CHATEAUCooking workshop at Château Ambe Tour Pourret Become a chef in the heart of Chateau Ambe Tour Pourret kitchens. Like a professional chef behind your preparation area and your own cooking table, share a very convivial moment and let yourself be guided by the advice of our chef.

Enjoy a menu featuring seasonal regional products and taste them in association with the wines of the Lannoye family.

The cooking course includes a visit of the Chateau, the meal, three glasses of wine, mineral water, coffee and a Saint-Émilion macaroon. The recipes will be sent to you by email after the class.

PracticalWorkshop at Château Ambe Tour Pourret D243 - 2 Pourret - 33330 Saint-Émilion Duration: 3:00 from 10:00am to 1:00pm and from 6:00pm to 9:00pm No workshops on Thursdays middays. From 2 to 12 peopleRates Adult: €150 /people for 2 to 4 people

€115/people for 5 to 12 peopleWorkshop not accessible to minors. End of ticket sale 5 days before the workshop. In case of allergies or food intolerances, contact the castle at +33 (0) 6 84 71 02 13 or email: [email protected]


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PracticalList of the Chateaux on www.castillon-cotesdebordeaux.com Duration: 3:30 from 12:30pm to 3:30pm From 4 to 20 peopleRates Adult (from 12 years on): €33


PracticalWorkshop at La Maison du Vin de Saint-Émilion 1 place Pierre Meyrat - 33330 Saint-Émilion Duration: 1:30 at 11:00am From 1 to 34 peopleRates Adult: €25 (Workshop not accessible to minors)End of ticket sale 5 minutes before the workshop.


WINE AND FOOD HARMONY LUNCHESTickle your taste buds and share a friendly moment! Every 3rd Sunday of the month, come and savour lunch with excellent refined and original food and wine in a Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux Chateau.

From appetizers to desserts, you will be guided by the advice of Chef Jean-Christophe Loste, who offers a different and fun theme for each new lunch.

Explore the local wines differently with a personalized visit and a convivial gourmet meal accompanied by the winemaker.

WINE SCHOOL AT LA MAISON DU VIN DE SAINT-ÉMILIONDiscovery and initiation to the wines of Saint-Émilion! The Maison du Vin of Saint-Émilion Wine School invites you to an introduction to wine-tasting in French and English where each participant has his own tasting space. For the general public: introductory sessions to wine-tasting every day from 11:00am to 12:30pm from mid-July to end of August and every Saturday from April to November.

TASTING LOUNGE, LA MAISON DU VIN DE SAINT-ÉMILIONIn a cozy atmosphere, like being at home, come and discover the richness of the wines of Saint-ÉmilionIn warm and comfortable surroundings, the Maison du Vin welcomes you in the heart of the village of Saint-Émilion. A new area conceived and furnished to allow you to discover the Saint-Émilion, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, Lussac Saint-Émilion and Puisseguin Saint-Émilion appellations in a convivial ambiance favouring conversation and exchange of views.

Our sommelier-trainer welcomes you to share his passion for wine and will provide you with the keys to tasting thanks to 4 thematized modules. 40 minutes to discover the specificities of our wines, taste wines from 3 different terroirs, try a blind tasting or savour 3 Grands Crus Classés.

PracticalWorkshops La Maison du Vin de Saint-Émilion 1 place Pierre Meyrat - 33330 Saint-Émilion Detailed schedule on www.saint-emilion-tourisme.com From 5 to 20 peopleRates Discovery module: €20/people - 40 min The Terroirs: 3 wines, 3 terroirs: €20/people - 40 min Blind tasting: €20/people - 40 min The Grands Crus Classés: €28/people - 40 min Workshop not accessible to minors.End of ticket sale 5 minutes before the beginning of the workshop.


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THE CORDELIERS’ CLOISTER, TOUR AND TASTINGA cloister and sparkling wines in Saint-ÉmilionImmerse yourself in the history of the medieval city of Saint-Émilion by visiting the Cordeliers’ cloister, listed as a Historic Monument, that mixes the architecture of the Romanesque, Gothic and modern era. During the tour, explore the galleries and underground cellars to 17 meters deep to apprehend the traditional method of elaboration of Crémant de Bordeaux Cordeliers. The visit is followed by a presentation

of the whole range of effervescent wines of the Cordeliers and a tasting (grapes juice for minors). +

∙ Discover another underground monument in the medieval village.

∙ Crémant de Bordeaux in Saint-Émilion: an exception!

PracticalTour departure from the Cordeliers’ Cloister 2 bis rue de la Porte Brunet - 33330 Saint-Émilion• 30 to 45 min english tour at 5:30pm every day from July 7th to August 26th.• 30 to 45min french tour at 4:30pm from 1/03 to 11/11/18: on weekends

from 31/03 to 22/04 and from 01/10 to 11/11 as well as everyday from 28/04 to 30/09/18 (paper translations in english and spanish can be given).

From 1 to 19 people Rates Adult: €11 • Reduced: €8.50 (teenagers from 10 to 17, students) Free for children under 10 (without tasting) End of ticket sale 5 min before departure.


WALK ON THE WINE ROADLeisurely stroll to discover a winery Strolling around the vineyard is very pleasant, but it’s even better with a guide! From stunning views to hidden paths around Saint-Émilion, the walk is about 30 minutes long. A gold mine of information about appellations, classification, beautiful wineries… Then, you’ll meet a winemaker who will share his passion with you. He will explain viticulture, the wine making process, the aging from the vines to the cellar before completing the tour by a tasting of his wines.

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• Who else than the winemaker can host a tasting and talk about wine?

• This tour is accessible to all, you don’t need to be a good hiker.

PracticalTour departure from the Tourist Office Duration: 2 to 2:30 hours (according to the distance of the chateau) at 2:00pm • On weekends and Bank Holidays from March 31st to November 11th In summer, in case of hot weather, remember to take a bottle of water and something to protect from the sun.

From 1 to 20 peopleRates Adult: €14 • Free for children under 10 (without wine-tasting) Reduced: €9 (teenagers from 10 to 17 - without wine-tasting)


PracticalDeparture of the visits at Château Villemaurine Lieu-dit Villemaurine - 33330 Saint-Émilion Duration: 1:00 • Closed from mid-December to mid-January and during the “Primeurs Week”From 1 to 20 peopleRates of the Heritage Tour Adult: €12 • Free for children under 12 Reduced: €6 (from 12 to 17 years) End of ticket sale 5 minutes before the beginning of the visit.


CHÂTEAU VILLEMAURINEThrough a sound and light visit, come and listen to the voice of VillemaurineA few steps away from the medieval city of Saint-Émilion, Château Villemaurine, Grand Cru Classé, combines heritage and modernity. Accompanied by a guide, you will leave for a discovery of the unsuspected network of quarries during this Heritage Tour.

This lively walk invites everyone to explore the depths of the quarries which stretch over 7 hectares and on 4 levels under the vineyards of the wine property located at the entrance of the village of Saint-Émilion. This tour ends with a tasting of 2 wines.

The Château Villemaurine also offers a visit “ From the vine to the glass ” and “ Privilege Tour ” to book directly at the Chateau.

PracticalTour departure from the Tourist Office Two different tours are scheduled from Monday to Friday (except Bank Holidays) from May 14th to November 9th:• in the morning at 11:00am: 2:00 to 2:30 hours in the vineyards

of the Greater Saint-Émilion Area to visit one wine estate. • in the afternoon at 2:00pm: 3:00 to 3:30 hours in the vineyards

of the Greater Saint-Émilion Area to visit two wine estates. From 1 to 8 peopleRates Morning: €25/adult • Afternoon: €35/adultVisit not accessible to minors.End of ticket sale 5 min before departure. For this tour, the transportation by minibus is offered by the Tourist Office.


WINE ROAD IN PRIVATEA bucolic getaway in the vineyard by minibus Let our guide drive you through the hilly region of Saint-Émilion to enjoy its beautiful chateaux. This landscape has been listed by UNESCO in 1999. Beyond the lavish ride around the scenic valleys and the hidden heritage.

Last but not least, the tour includes visits of two different wineries: after those two tastings, Saint-Émilion will no longer hold any secret for you!

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• Thanks to the minibus, take a ride off the beaten track without getting lost.

• Up to a maximum of 8 persons, friendliness is really the key word of this tour.

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ESCAPEWINE® Escape Game & introduction to oenology in Saint-ÉmilionYour escape game mission: Find the special batch of the wine estate and its oenological secret!

Search and foil the logical and sensory puzzles and find the code that will release the oenological secret.

Then participate in an introduction to oenology with the tasting of a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru for grown ups, syrup for children and delicate chocolate.

PracticalBooking at Mélissa Bodereau Château Pas de l’Ane - Lieu-dit Le Cros - 33330 Saint-Émilion Phone: +33 (0)6 31 82 43 66 • Email: [email protected] Website: www.oenanim.fr / www.chateau-pasdelane.com Schedules of the EscapeWine®: 11:00am to 1:00pm / 2:00pm to 4:00pm / 3:30pm to 5:30pm / 5:00pm to 7:00pmFrom 2 to 6 peopleRatesAdult: €30/people Degressive rates: €27 for 3 to 5 people / €25 for 6 peopleDuo: €60 - Children: €15 (from 10 to 18)


PracticalBooking at Coraline Moreaud-Mc Allan Château Cormeil Figeac: Phone: +33 (0)5 57 24 70 53 Email: [email protected] Duration: 1:30 at 14:00pm Period: Every Sunday (except on September, October and November)

From 1 to 15 people Rates Adult: €25 • Duo: €45 Reduced: €20 (students, unemployed)


PracticalBooking until the day before at Château Saint-Georges Château Saint-Georges - 33570 Montagne Phone: +33 (0)5 57 74 79 70 or +33 (0)5 57 74 62 11 Website: www.chateau-saint-georges.com Duration: 1:00 to 1:15 from Tuesday to Friday at 3:15pm by appointment only From 2 to 15 people Rates Family: €30 (2 adults and 3 children maximum) Adult: €12 • Child: €5 (from 6 to under 18) and €2 (under 6 years)


I MAKE MY WINEBlending workshopHave you always dreamed of knowing how winemakers make their wine? Château Cormeil-Figeac opens its doors every Sunday to share this know-how with you during a blending workshop in company of the winemaker Coraline Moreaud-Mc Allan.To start the workshop, you put on an apron and take several samples of the wine of the year from the barrels and the vat. You then create your own blend, more or less wooded, according to your tastes.Once your optimal creation obtained, you will label and encapsulate your sample before bringing it home... to be tasted with family or friends!

SENSATIONS AND TASTING AT CHÂTEAU SAINT-GEORGESA playful approach of the world of wineFrom the discovery of the flavours of the garden’s aromatic herbs, red fruits and black fruits, to the different stages of winemaking, the secrets of wine will be revealed to you.

New: A season “ ring ” will reveal you the evolution of the scents of bottled wine through 4 fragrant “ petals ” composed of different plants.

So whether you are a family or just curious, you will discover what makes wine so rich by learning how to use your senses. A visit of the winery with blind tasting of 2 vintages is included; fruit juice is provided for children.

BLIND TASTELet yourself be guided by your sensesWhether you are a wine lover or a neophyte, Château La Dominique invites you to live a staggering experience in an unusual place: a blind tasting!

After a visit to discover the new winery designed by architect Jean Nouvel, your guide will lead you to the private cellar of the Chateau located in the basement.

Sheltered from view, sounds and scents, let yourself be guided by your senses without being disturbed by the outside world. Share a privileged moment out of time in a small committee and try to find the color of the wine, its grape variety or its vintage. You will be introduced to the great principles of blind tasting.

PracticalBooking at Château La Dominique Lieu-dit La Dominique - 33330 Saint-Émilion Phone: +33 (0)5 57 55 20 73 Email: [email protected] Website: www.chateau-ladominique.com Duration: 1:30 at 10:00am From 4 to 10 peopleRates Adult: €30 • Reduced: €10 (16/18 years)

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WINE BIKE TOUR Side car rideDiscover Saint-Émilion aboard the vintage-style sidecars of Wine Bike Tour!

Wine Bike Tour is a state of mind that combines the pleasure of driving in a sidecar alone or two, to see landscapes, places and extraordinary men. Comfortably installed behind or next to your driver, you will enjoy one of the 4 existing tours or a custom-made tour: discovery tour, “ 40 TOUR ”, “ 90 TOUR ”, “ BIG TOUR ” all accompanied by a little tasting.

Wine Bike Tour was born from a love story between one of its founders, Olivier and Bordeaux, its region, its wine and by extension the men and formidable resources that compose it.

PracticalTour departure next to the Maison du Vin of Saint-ÉmilionBooking at Wine Bike Tour Phone: +33 (0)6 50 68 58 30 - Website: www.winebiketour.com Duration: from 15 min to 1 day ∙ From 1 to 2 people in a sidecarRatesDiscovery Tour: around 15 min - €20 / adult - €40 2 adults - €15 / children from 6 to 15 End of ticket sale 5 min before departure.

40 Tour: around 45 min - €85 / 2 adults90 Tour: around 1:30 - €145 / 2 adultsBig Tour: around 3:00 - €349 / 2 adultsTours on demand at Wine Bike Tour

www.winebiketour.com - +33 (0)6 50 68 58 30


PracticalTour departure from Espace Villemaurine Duration: 50 min • Departure every 15 min non-stop from 10:00am onwardsFrom 2 to 6 people Train station shuttle and information: +33 (0)6 40 83 62 60 Website: www.tuktourevents.comRates Adult: €12 • Children: €8 • Not accessible to children under 3 years.End of ticket sale at the Tourist Office 15 min before the departure. Possibility to buy your ticket directly from the driver if some seats are still available.


PracticalBooking at Segway Tour Saint-Émilion Phone: +33 (0)6 71 91 77 37 / +33 (0) 57 50 57 59 Email: [email protected] departure from Le Maine 33330 Saint-Laurent-des-CombesRates €25 for 1:00 (Between the vineyards and the Dordogne river) €39 for 2:00 (Escapades in Saint-Émilion)

Not accessible to children under 10 years.


SAINT-ÉMILION TUK-TUK TOURAn original way to discover the medieval city, the vineyard and taste the wines of a renowned Chateau Explore the historic heart of Saint-Émilion or the vineyard in an unusual way on board of our electric and silent tuk-tuk. Comfortably seated, you will share a convivial and unforgettable moment during our commented tour. Thanks to its proximity, our bilingual driver (French / English) will make you enjoy a playful and personalized visit, during which you will discover the medieval city or the vineyard from another point of view. The various stops programmed at the key points of the city or the vineyard will allow you to enjoy Saint-Émilion.

SEGWAY AND E-BIKE TOUR SAINT-ÉMILIONDiscover the landscapes of Saint-Émilion differentlyPlayful and intuitive without prior learning, the Giropode Segway® and/or electrical bike tours will make you discover the landscapes of Saint-Émilion in a different way during a 100 % ecological and 100 % fun activity.

Two guided tours are offered:• Between the vineyards and the Dordogne river: a one hour stroll through vineyards

to discover a vineyard hut and the banks of the Dordogne river.• Escapades in Saint-Émilion: two hours discovery of the landscapes of Saint-Émilion,

the vineyards of the great chateaux (Pavie, Ausone, Barde-Haut etc...) and the combes.

Each Giropode Segway® Tour can be followed by a visit of a cellar and a tasting at Château La Renommée.

THE GREAT VINEYARD TRAINAn unforgettable, entertaining and educational discovery of Saint-Émilion’s 1ers Grands Crus Classés At the unhurried pace of the tourist train, you will discover three Premiers Grands Crus Classés A, twelve Premiers Grands Crus Classés B and three Grands Crus Classés. Tours available in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, Dutch, and Portuguese.

Along the way and subject to availability, you may visit Château Rochebelle, Grand Cru Classé, and its stunning, beautifully lit monolithic cellars. Wine-tasting included.

PracticalBooking at Train des Grands Vignobles Phone: +33 (0)5 57 51 30 71 • Email: [email protected] Website: www.oenotourisme-saintemilion.comTour departure and ticket sale at Espace Villemaurine Schedule: 10:30am - 11:15am - 12:00pm - 2:00pm - 2:45pm 3:30pm - 4:15pm - 5:00pm - 5:45pm - 6:30pm Duration: 35min (single tour) to 1:20 (tour with tasting) unless for the departures of 12:00pm and 6:30pmRates Adult: €6.50 (single tour) / €10 (tour with tasting) Children: €5.50 for 4/-12 years old and free under 3 (single tour) / Free under 12 (tour with tasting)


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HÉLIPROPASSIONDiscover the region with a little height!Take a seat on one of our helicopters and let your pilot guide you. You will share a unique experience: rising slowly in the air, then faster, as if in a flying sofa and offering you a breathtaking view over the vineyards!

Three circuits will make you discover the vineyards of Lussac-Saint-Émilion, Saint-Émilion or Pomerol and Lalande de Pomerol from above as well as many prestigious chateaux. So board a flight that will leave you an unforgettable memory of your visit of the Greater Saint-Émilion Area!

PracticalBooking at HéliProPassion Phone: +33 (0)7 61 68 64 98 • Email: [email protected] Website: www.helipropassion.comFlight departure from the Libourne 3266 Route de Lyon - 33570 Les Artigues-de-LussacRates Le temps des fleurs: from €59/pers. - 12 min À bord du Bell 206: €250/4 people - 15 min À bord du Bell 206 “ Duo ”: €139/2 people - 10 minTour accessible to children from 4 years accompanied by their parents. Unique rates. Animals not accepted.


PracticalBooking at La Ferme du Ciel Phone: +33 (0)5 57 33 52 60 / +33 (06) 08 84 84 08 Email: [email protected] Website: www.lafermeduciel.eu Meeting point determined the day before according to weather conditions.

Rates Vineyard Flight: starting at €250/people Grand Cru Flight: starting at €350/people Children rate from 10 to 15: €150/child No children under 10 years old. From 10 to 15 years old, children must be accompanied by an adult.


LA FERME DU CIEL VOLS EN MONTGOLFIÈRE“ Vineyard ” Flight: Flight over the Saint-Émilion vineyard. The crew picks you up at your place of residence (within 20 km around Saint-Émilion). After the flight, a picnic is served with a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru and local products.

“ Exclusive Grand Cru ” Flight: Flight over the Saint-Émilion vineyard, with service on board: a winemaker makes you taste a great vintage! The crew picks you up at your place of residence (within 20 km around Saint-Émilion). The flight is followed by a picnic with Saint-Émilion Grand Cru and local produce.

Tailor-made Flights: We will be able to study together any request for tailor-made flights, for groups with several balloons simultaneously, for special occasions (birthday, marriage proposal) for capturing, etc.

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PracticalBooking at La Ferme à Roulettes Phone: +33 (0)6 50 07 41 75 Email: [email protected] Website: www.lafermearoulettes.frThe meeting point with La Ferme à Roulettes is specified on booking according to the activity.

For 2 to 10/15 people Duration: from 1:00 to a whole day Rates Adult: €30 to €100 Children from 2 to 14 years: €10 to €15 for a workshop and €5 to €15 discount for a stroll Free for children under 2


LA FERME À ROULETTESEducational farm and gentle roaming between the vineyardsLa Ferme à Roulettes offers outdoor activities for all ages.• At the farm: workshops to discover donkeys, animals and life on the farm.• On strolls: walks between vineyards and wine estates, accompanied by a donkey

or «on wheels» from the top of a carriage (with option: tasting or gourmet basket).• At the wine estate - in partnership with Saint-Émilion wine estates: family workshops

around the donkey and wine.All activities can be customized… Contact us!

BIKE RENTALHiking or riding paths in the heart of the vineyardRent your bike at the Tourist Office and start exploring the Greater Saint-Émilion Area at your own pace and in a nature-friendly way. Vines, wineries or rolling hills: take the time to appreciate these cultural landscapes listed by UNESCO in 1999.

About 30 hiking or riding paths, from 4.1 to 49 km, have been developed by our enthusiastic guides. They offer no major difficulty and allow you to discover the whole territory of the Greater Saint-Émilion Area.

+• A hiking and bike guide have been

created by your Tourist Office! These guides are available at the front desk for €4.50. A copy will be loaned to you for each bike rental.

• Each trail can be downloaded from our website our on “ Cirkwi ” and “ ItiAqui ” apps.

PracticalRental at the Saint-Émilion Tourism Office or at the Sainte-Terre Tourist Information Center. Rental by the day. Possibility to rent half day if some stock is remaining at the Tourist Office. Duration: variable according to the routes taken Rates Adult unisex bike: €18 (degressive rates depending to the duration) Children bike from 6 to 9: €9 (degressive rates depending to the duration)


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LE CABESTAN, THE FARM OF THE LAMPREY FISHERDiscovery of traditional local fishing and sea lamprey tastingEmbark on the wake of the lamprey and migratory fish of the Dordogne during a guided tour along the river with or without tasting. In the company of a three generations fishermen family, discover the ancient fishing techniques that vary with the tides that cradle the Dordogne.

This dive in the heart of a local tradition will also be an opportunity to enjoy a gastronomic meal: lamprey “ à la bordelaise ”!

Tasted since antiquity, lamprey - Rabelais’ favorite dish and always served nowadays on the tables of english royal family - is also appreciated with white wine or in form of rillettes. What if you taste it?

PracticalBooking at Le Cabestan, the farm of the lamprey fisher 2 port peytor - Lieu-dit Lavagnac - 33350 Sainte-TerrePhone: +33 (0)6 20 89 41 84 • Email: [email protected] Website: www.lamproie.frTours from June 1st to October 30th (by appointment the rest of the year) Duration: 30 to 45 minutesRates At 3:00pm - guided tour without tasting: free By appointment - guided tour with tasting: €15


PracticalThe Garden of the Lamprey 20 rue Charles de Gaulle • Lieu-dit Lavagnac - 33350 Sainte-TerreFree access for adults and children.Free guided tours of the Garden of the LampreyEvery day from May to early SeptemberDuration: 30 min at 2:30pm


THE GARDEN OF THE LAMPREYSainte-Terre: hometown of the lamprey!This large botanical garden, freely accessible, is home to several hundred species of waterside plants, arranged along a pebble trail that recalls the sinuosity of the Dordogne.

Your visit to Sainte-Terre will also be an opportunity to discover its emblematic animal: the lamprey. Aquatic animal of nearly 450 million years, it will not leave you indifferent!

+• A picnic area awaits you for

friendly moments and can be privatized on request.

• Workshops for children and a documentary on lamprey.

• An information desk with a nice shop and the possibility to book your visits on the territory.

PracticalInformation and booking at Grand Saint-Émilionnais Golf Club 172 Goffre - 33350 Gardegan-et-Tourtirac Phone: +33 (0)5 57 40 88 64 • Website: www.segolfclub.comRates Adult green Fee: from €65 to €105 (according to season) The green fee rates include electric cart and unlimited practice balls.


GRAND SAINT-ÉMILIONNAIS GOLF CLUB The 5th best golf in France near Saint-ÉmilionCome and discover the 18 holes of this 5 star golf course, designed by one of the best architects in the world, the American Tom Doak.

Already ranked 5th best golf in France by Golf Digest Magazine, this exceptional course takes place in a valley lined with hundred-year-old oaks, pines and vines. The golf course is located at 10 km from the village of Saint-Émilion.

This unique golf experience in France is recognized by the most important national and international medias.

The restaurant of the golf has a superb panoramic terrace and offers an authentic cuisine based on local and fresh products, selected every morning at the market.

CANOE OF CASTILLONA canoe tour on the Dordogne!Canoë Castillonnais tours allow you to discover the Dordogne, listed as Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 2007, along 3 trips ranging from 6 to 20 km starting from Eynesse, Pessac-sur-Dordogne and Lamothe-Montravel.The Canoe of Castillon is an ideal way to combine a friendly outing with family or friends with an original discovery of the territory!These excursions start from Camping des Batailleurs, which also offers various activities (mountain bike, beach sports), camping areas, a bar and on-site small catering.

PracticalBooking at Canoë Castillonnais Phone: +33 (0)7 84 20 50 52Tour departure from Au champ du Ponts 33350 Castillon-la-Bataille. Located next to the campsite La Pelouse and the pétanque pitch on the river bank.Rates Adult: €12 to €19 • Child: 50 % discount for children under 10 yearsJ F M A M J J A S O N DM T W T F S S



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RUSTIC VINESPedal through the most prestigious vineyards in the world!Join us on high-end electric bikes and cycle comfortably through the ” back streets “ of one of most famous wine regions in France. Visit 2 châteaux, taste their wines and enjoy a typical French picnic lunch.

We end the day with a guided tour through the UNESCO village of Saint-Émilion where you can experience more tastings from a local wine merchant. This is a journey through time and discovery of art, history and culture. Come and spend a fun, relaxing and informative day with your tour guide!

Highlight of the tour: approximately 25 km ride in the middle of the majestic Saint-Émilion vineyards, friendly and professional guide, walking tour of the medieval village, over 10 tastings, french food at a prestigious chateau and a lifetime of memories promised!

PracticalTour departure: 1 bis place Bouqueyre - Saint-Émilion Duration: half-day: 3:30 from 1:30pm to 5:00pm all day: 7:00 from 10:00am to 5:00pm From 2 to 8 peopleRates Adult: €60/half-day and €110/all dayStudents: €55/half-day and €100/all day


PracticalTour departure from the Tourist Office of Bordeaux at 9:30am and from the Tourist Office of Saint-Émilion at 11:30am Duration: Full-day excursion (departure at 9:30 or 11:30am - end at 5:00pm return to Bordeaux at 7:00pm)

Every Friday from May 4th to October 12th From 5 to 25 peopleRates Adult: €95 (from Saint-Émilion, without the visit of Bordeaux)

€105 (from Bordeaux, full-program)

Reduced: €30 (teenagers from 12 to 17) • End of ticket sale the day before.


PracticalDeparture from the Tourist Office Duration: Full-day excursion (11:00am to 6:00pm) From 2 to 12 peopleRates Adult: €125 • End of ticket sale the day before the tour at 6:00pm.


BORDEAUX & SAINT-ÉMILION GRANDS CRUS UNESCOA day through exceptional heritage and vineyardYour trip begins with a sightseeing bus tour in Bordeaux to know more about the development stages of this provincial capital and admire Bordeaux’s quays, a unique showcase of 18th century architecture, listed by the UNESCO in 2007.

In the afternoon, after lunch in a wine estate, you’ll discover Saint-Émilion and the whole viticultural landscape listed by UNESCO in 1999 before wandering through the medieval city and the stunning monolithic church.

+• A lunch shared with a wine-grower (and his wines) at his wine estate. • One guided day trip to discover of 2 UNESCO sites.

WINE AND BIKE TOUR IN SAINT-ÉMILION’S VINEYARDS Discover the famous vineyards of Saint-Émilion by bicycle! You will ride along the vineyards and the famous “chateaux” of this region. During the day you will visit two “chateaux”: a family-run estate and a Grand Cru Classé estate. Then, you will enjoy a guided walk in the medieval village of Saint-Émilion. In this region, Merlot is the king of the grape varieties!

The highlights of this tour: 15km ride in the middle of the stunning Saint-Émilion’s vi-neyards, visit of 2 “chateaux”, walking tour of the medieval city of Saint-Émilion, friendly and professional guide, commentaries in French and English. 4 wine tastings and a lunch in a “chateaux”.

WINE SATURDAYSWhat better place to learn more about the wine than Saint-Émilion?To start with, embark for a visit at the heart of the heritage of the medieval village which will lead you, among others, in the largest subterranean church of Europe. Then, participate in an wine tasting introductory course at the Wine School of the Maison du Vin de Saint-Émilion where a professional will guide you through the stages of the tasting. Then, to relax you, you will share a friendly meal together with your companions of the day in a wine bar of the village; excellent opportunity to taste some good wines.

Finally, to continue to put into prac-tice your fresh knowledge, you will meet a wine grower who will reveal you the secrets of his vineyard and his wine in his own wine estate.

+• A one-day program which

alternates between heritage and wine.

• A program to follow in autonomy.• For neophytes and informed

amateurs.

PracticalTour departure from the Tourist Office Duration: Full-day excursion (from 10:00am to 6:00pm) Every Saturday from April 14th to November 10th From 1 to 15 peopleRates Adult: €77 Program not accessible to minors. End of ticket sale the day before.


EXCURSIONS EXCURSIONS

You need to be in good physical condition to do this tour. Think about wearing good shoes (as snickers) and take a backpack. Let us know if you have any health problem. We provide you with water bottles.

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