Discover Listrac-Médoc, Gironde: An Unforgettable Getaway

Hide-and-seek in the Médoc is a family treasure hunt. On foot, by bike or by car, solve the riddles as you make your way through the commune, discovering some of its highlights! The aim of the game is to solve the riddles as you make your way around Listrac-Médoc. Once you've found the riddles and the password, we'll meet you at the Tourist Office, the Mairie or the library to collect your surprise. It's your turn to play!

On the Grand Riou trail in Listrac-Médoc. This easy 14 km loop leads through vineyards and forestry in Listrac, the heart of the Médoc, at the highest point of the peninsula, between Bordeaux and Lesparre from south to north, and between Lamarque and Carcans from east to west. From châteaux to hamlets, there are a few pleasant surprises along the way, which takes place mainly on vineyard paths or forest tracks.

Hide-and-seek in the Médoc is a family treasure hunt. By bike or by car, solve the riddles through the commune of Moulis-en-Médoc and discover key places! Passing by the church, the wash-house or the old pink petrol pump in the centre of the village Once you have found the riddles and the password, we will meet you at the Tourist Office, the Town Hall or the library to pick up your surprise. It's up to you!

At the start of this walk, you will admire the church of Moulis, the sarcophagi discovered by chance during work under the road, the traces of the passage of an ancient pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela and the Château Pey Berland. Then, you will discover the vineyards of the famous châteaux of the Moulis appellation: châteaux Clarke and Anthonic. Then, the curious cross of Guitignan will mark the end of this walk. The Balades à Roulettes® (BR®) are short, quiet walks, with a pushchair or a small bicycle, or adapted for people with reduced mobility (in a wheelchair), proposed by the French Federation of Rambling of the Gironde.

Fort Médoc, like the Blaye citadel and Fort Pâté, is one of three defensive elements designed by Vauban to lock down the estuary. This is the Verrou Vauban, listed as one of Vauban?s fortifications on UNESCO?s World Heritage List. Bastions, curtain walls, a few cannons, the royal guardhouse, the bakery and the chapel give visitors a glimpse of garrison life. Never attacked, Fort Médoc proudly displays its royal emblems to the glory of Louis XIV on its richly sculpted front door doorway.

Hide-and-seek in the Médoc is a family treasure hunt. By bike or by car, solve the puzzles through the town of Avensan and discover key places! Passing by the church in the centre of the village then going towards the wash-house, the Villeranque cross, the Saint-Raphaël Chapel, the sports ground or the old gravel pits. Once you have found the riddles and the password, we will meet you at the Tourist Office, the Town Hall or the library to collect your surprise. It's up to you!

Hide-and-seek in the Médoc is a family treasure hunt. On foot, by bike or by car, solve the riddles throughout the commune and discover key places! The aim of the game is to solve puzzles by going to different places in the town of Castelnau-de-Médoc. Once you have found the riddles and the password, we will meet you at the Tourist Office, the Town Hall or the library to collect your surprise. It's up to you!

The Arcins marsh is classified as a Natura 2000 area and offers rich and diverse natural environments: salt and brackish vegetation resulting from tidal movements, wet meadows and alder and ash woods. The site is suitable for the reproduction of amphibians, dragonflies and birds. A trained eye will enable you to spot some rare species: the marsh copper, the estuarine angelica, the wild orchid or the charming otter and the European mink! The Balades à Roulettes® (BR®) are short, quiet walks, with a pushchair or a small bicycle, or adapted for people with reduced mobility (in a wheelchair), offered by the French Federation of Rambling of the Gironde.

Discover the horseback loop of Saint-Laurent-Médoc Sud, accessible to carriages, part of the EquiLiberté collection: www.equiliberte.org

Discover the horseback loop of Saint-Laurent-Médoc West, accessible to carriages, part of the EquiLiberté collection: www.equiliberte.org

Château Fourcas Hosten is committed to an eco-friendly approach, which places the natural and human environment at the centre of its business model, while revealing the quality of its terroir in its wines and thus the importance of preserving it. Come and find out more about the practices we implement here and share the experience of tasting our wines.

Owned by the Pagès family for 50 years, Château Fourcas Dupré change ownership in 2019. It was in July 2019 that Gerard Jicquel, Breton entrepreneur, purchased the estate. Having always been a wine lover, his passion for Bordeaux wines is especially profound. Following in the Pagès Family’ footsteps, he gives Château Fourcas Dupré a new momentum as it becomes a benchmark within its class, known as hight-quality wine with an accessible price point. Château Fourcas Dupré is a member of « Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux », the « Académie du Vin de Bordeaux » and the « Commanderie du Bontemps du Médoc ». The 47 hectares vineyard is one of the only sites with a significant deposit of gravel from Pyrenees mountain range. This makes for one of the best terroirs of the appellation. Another advantage is that it is situated at the highest point in the Médoc region.

Facing a wooded park, the Domaine de Ludeye green gite, completely renovated, is the ideal starting point for exploring the Médoc. It features a private terrace, an enclosed small garden, a bright living room with a fully-equipped kitchen, a north-facing bedroom with a 180 x 200 double bed, and an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. It's all on one level, with no steps. You can also take advantage of the swimming pool, bikes and gym shared with the Domaine de Ludeye guest rooms.

Facing a wooded park, the fully renovated Domaine de Ludeye gite du Chai is the ideal base for exploring the Médoc. It features a private terrace, an enclosed small garden, a bright living room with fully-equipped kitchen, a south-facing bedroom with 180 x 200 double bed, and a bathroom with walk-in shower. It's all on one level, with no steps. You can also take advantage of the swimming pool, bikes and gym shared with the Domaine de Ludeye guest rooms.

The house comprises living rooms on the ground floor and three bedrooms upstairs. It is located in a very quiet hamlet amidst the Listrac vineyards. Just 30 minutes from the ocean, it's the ideal place for a vacation or short break to discover the region. The large swimming pool (heated) is surrounded by a terrace, and the small house that serves as pool house includes a barbecue and kitchen, where we like to stay in summer. In autumn and winter, our guests can use the large sauna, and enjoy a roaring log fire in the living room fireplace.

Built in 1855 by Henri de Mauvezin, the Château has an elegant facade dominated by a bell tower. Its vineyard, of approximately 42 hectares, is arranged in an amphitheater on the slopes of the “Puy de Menjon”, the highest point of the Médoc with its 43 m. Upon arrival, admire the elegance of the Château surrounded by the vines. A professional guides you through the concrete vat built by the father of the current owner, Jean Chanfreau. He then shows you the semi-underground cellars built in the 17th century and then improved over time. The visit ends with a commented tasting of red wines from the Listrac and Moulis appellation and white wine: Le Cygne du Château.

Domaine Lacour, a 5th-generation family estate, under the management of Cécile and Bastien, the new owners since 2020, both professionals in the service sector, whose management of the estate now turns to hosting events and organizing specialized tourist tours.

Château Branas Grand Poujeaux is an estate that strives for excellence. We offer a wine worthy of a great terroir. All year round, come and visit our vineyards in a 4x4 Defender to discover our estate in a different way. Get off the beaten track in our Defender, and discover our 12 parcels of land, from terroirs identical to those of Margaux, Saint-Julien and Pauillac. Along the way, learn about viticulture, grape varieties and our vineyard management methods. The tour concludes with the discovery of our cuvées, and explanations of our winemaking methods and terroir.

Château Chasse-Spleen is a prestigious winery in the Bordeaux vineyard, classified in 1932 as an Exceptional Grand Cru in the smallest appellation in the Médoc : Moulis-en Médoc The property is spreading over 103 hectares in red and 4 hectares in white. Long owners, the Gressier sold it in 1912 to a German family who made it a well-known brand in Nothern Europe. The war dispossessed them and a family of Landes foresters bought it. In 1976, Chasse-Spleen was sold to Jacques Merlaut, a well-known wholesaler. In 2000, he entrusted one of his grand daughters : Céline Villars. The aromatic expressions of the wines are expressed by silky tannins and great elegance.

The Merlaut family works for the development of the estate while ensuring respect for its history. The castle has been listed as a historical monument since 2012. Wine-cultural and fun routes are offered from 3 years old, with Alice, daughter of the owner, who is involved in developing this brand new and unique offer in the Gironde region. This year, activities will be offered in the heart of the property (cellar, park and castle) which will allow you to discover it at the same time.

The picnic area is located in the town hall park. Whether with family or friends, get together to have a pleasant and friendly time.

Château Fourcas Hosten is committed to an eco-friendly approach, which places the natural and human environment at the centre of its business model, while revealing the quality of its terroir in its wines and thus the importance of preserving it. Come and find out more about the practices we implement here and share the experience of tasting our wines.

In 1963, Marcel Chanfreau bought this estate and it is his grandchildren and great-grandchildren who today ensure the family continuity. This magnificent vineyard, installed on a slope with steep slopes on the highest point of the Médoc, has successfully crossed the 20th century. This privileged situation allows a beautiful precocity of the grapes, pledge of “greedy” wines which know how to age wonderfully. Classified Cru Bourgeois Supérieur in 1932 and 2003,and then “Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel” in 2020 Château Lestage continues to be part of this beautiful family. Always concerned with environmentally friendly viticulture, the Chanfreau family has opted for practices aimed at sustainable and reasoned viticulture inspired by the Cousinié method and has obtained the Terra Vitis and HVE certifications.

In the Medoc, 30 minutes away from Bordeaux in Listrac-Medoc Alain, & Sylvie Blasquez and their daughters Charlotte and Sophie, owners of Château Baudan welcome you to share with you their passion for the land and for wine.

Owned by the Pagès family for 50 years, Château Fourcas Dupré change ownership in 2019. It was in July 2019 that Gerard Jicquel, Breton entrepreneur, purchased the estate. Having always been a wine lover, his passion for Bordeaux wines is especially profound. Following in the Pagès Family’ footsteps, he gives Château Fourcas Dupré a new momentum as it becomes a benchmark within its class, known as hight-quality wine with an accessible price point. Château Fourcas Dupré is a member of « Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux », the « Académie du Vin de Bordeaux » and the « Commanderie du Bontemps du Médoc ». The 47 hectares vineyard is one of the only sites with a significant deposit of gravel from Pyrenees mountain range. This makes for one of the best terroirs of the appellation. Another advantage is that it is situated at the highest point in the Médoc region.

Sandra offers you her organic produce, including vegetables grown with animal traction, thanks to her faithful horse Igor! Organic vegetables and eggs sold directly from the farm on Mondays and Thursdays. Year-round subscription in the form of baskets. Registration via the Listrac-Médoc or Castelnau-de-Médoc AMAP.

production of organic and local vegetables. La ferme des équinoxes is part of the economic, ecological and benevolent mutation of agriculture. Subscription of weekly or bi-weekly vegetable baskets on site or at the AMAP of Listrac-Médoc. Distribution of baskets: Monday and Thursday from 4:30 pm to 6 pm.

Château Liouner has been a family estate for 5 generations. Throughout the year, we are at your disposal for visits, tastings, vineyard discoveries and various seasonal activities. Visit in the company of the winemaker, who will share his passion, and discover the different workings of the vineyard according to the season. Château Liouner's dynamic wine tourism team welcomes you for a fun and original tour of the vineyards and cellars, followed by a tasting session.

Built in 1855 by Henri de Mauvezin, the Château has an elegant facade dominated by a bell tower. Its vineyard, of approximately 42 hectares, is arranged in an amphitheater on the slopes of the “Puy de Menjon”, the highest point of the Médoc with its 43 m. Upon arrival, admire the elegance of the Château surrounded by the vines. A professional guides you through the concrete vat built by the father of the current owner, Jean Chanfreau. He then shows you the semi-underground cellars built in the 17th century and then improved over time. The visit ends with a commented tasting of red wines from the Listrac and Moulis appellation and white wine: Le Cygne du Château.

Family property for 5 generations

We are pleased to offer original Burgers with fresh and quality products. You will also have the possibility to taste our Paninis and Tacos just as good. A smile and a warm welcome will also be served at Marvelous B.

We propose you artisanal pizzas with a large choice to satisfy young and old.

Paiv café is a gourmet snack bar. On the spot or to take away, treat yourself to our burgers, tacos, americans and kebabs, not forgetting our gourmet desserts and refreshing ice creams. Fancy a drink? Thanks to our license 3, we can serve you both soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.

Our wine bar is ready for wine, art and garden lovers. Seating for 25. The proposals are deliberately locavore: Ham from Aldudes, sheep from the Basque Country and home-made foie gras with Sauternes. It will be easy for the wines: Château Chasse-Spleen, Blanc de Chasse-Spleen, Château Gressier Grand Poujeaux.

From April until October, our wine bar and its 25 seats will be ready to welcome wine, art and garden enthusiasts. The offer is intentionaly locavore. An easy initiative regarding our wine offer: Château Chasse-Spleen, Héritage de Chasse Spleen, Château Gressier Grand Poujeaux. As for the snacks, they come from a maximum distance of 200 kilometres (=124 miles) (the nearby departments Landes, Périgord, Charentes and Pyrénées), homemade gravlax duck breast fillet, Kintoa ham from Les Aldudes, pure duck dry sausage, walnut cheese by the Echourgnac abbey sisters, sheep’s cheese from the Basque country mountain pastures and homemade foie gras.

La Taverne du Rôtisserie offers you a wide choice of products in its delicatessen. Let yourself be tempted by its famous roasted chicken and a large choice of meats, its grilled ham, its fresh quail salads and its roasted poultry. Farm products 100% Label Rouge

I offer fast food (takeaway or eat-in) such as pizzas, burgers, American/kebabs, pastas and salads.

Artisanal pizza - homemade burger buns - available for takeaway or delivery

La Baraque à frites offers you fresh home-made fries, kebab, snacks and take-away sales. Tuesday on Listrac and Friday on Castelnau.

The Laïka cottage is a vacation home that includes 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen. Towels and bed linen are provided.

This fully renovated studio is located near the Listrac Médoc vineyards and the Médoc forest. The bright living room features a fully-equipped kitchen, a 160 x 200 bed with sheets/duvets provided, and an en-suite shower room. The kitchen is fully equipped. The studio is part of the Domaine de Ludeye and benefits from its various services: swimming pool, bike hire, gym. It's the ideal place for a relaxing stay in the Sud Médoc, or for an internship or training course.

Facing a wooded park, the Domaine de Ludeye green gite, completely renovated, is the ideal starting point for exploring the Médoc. It features a private terrace, an enclosed small garden, a bright living room with a fully-equipped kitchen, a north-facing bedroom with a 180 x 200 double bed, and an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. It's all on one level, with no steps. You can also take advantage of the swimming pool, bikes and gym shared with the Domaine de Ludeye guest rooms.

Facing a wooded park, the fully renovated Domaine de Ludeye gite du Chai is the ideal base for exploring the Médoc. It features a private terrace, an enclosed small garden, a bright living room with fully-equipped kitchen, a south-facing bedroom with 180 x 200 double bed, and a bathroom with walk-in shower. It's all on one level, with no steps. You can also take advantage of the swimming pool, bikes and gym shared with the Domaine de Ludeye guest rooms.

The house comprises living rooms on the ground floor and three bedrooms upstairs. It is located in a very quiet hamlet amidst the Listrac vineyards. Just 30 minutes from the ocean, it's the ideal place for a vacation or short break to discover the region. The large swimming pool (heated) is surrounded by a terrace, and the small house that serves as pool house includes a barbecue and kitchen, where we like to stay in summer. In autumn and winter, our guests can use the large sauna, and enjoy a roaring log fire in the living room fireplace.

In the heart of the Médoc, just a stone's throw from Bordeaux, this charming residence invites you to enjoy an unforgettable stay. A charming home in the heart of the Médoc Comfortable and spacious, it can accommodate up to 8 people all year round. With family or friends, come and share moments of conviviality in this idyllic setting.

Gîte de Bernones, ideally located at a crossroad between Lacanau's great lakes, Carcans, Hourtin and the greatest Médoc châteaux such as Margaux, Latour, Mouton-Rotschild, Laffitte, is the perfect place for a holiday on fine sand Atlantic beaches and wine-tasting experiences. Owners Hélène and Jean-Pierre, have lovingly converted these former horse-stables into a comfortable guest-house with a pretty garden. Terrace and garden furniture, 2 deck-chairs, barbecue. Large living room with closed fireplace, lounge area and fitted kitchen area. 2 bedrooms (1 double bed, 2 single beds), shower room with Italian shower, separate wc, relaxing room with wifi available. Laundry room with washer and dryer. Electrical heating. Baby furniture (bed, high chair, changing table and bath) available.

Located in the heart of the Médoc, Le Clos de Meyre will offer you to its elegant winegrowing setting from March to October. Its 9 luxurious rooms all offer you modern comfort with decoration of the most authentic character. All are decorated in warm colours and are finely furnished. You can visit the cellars and taste the Haut-Medoc wines of Château Meyre by appointment.

Located in the heart of the Médoc, on the road to the Châteaux, between Margaux and Pauillac, our gîte will be the ideal place to discover the Médoc vineyards, the Gironde estuary and also the ocean beaches of the coast. Fitted out in the old vat room of a family farm, the gîte includes a beautiful living room with high ceilings and a fully equipped kitchen, dining room and living room (sofa bed) opening onto the terrace and the garden, a bedroom with a double bed (140 cm), a sleeping area on the mezzanine (two single beds) and a bathroom (Italian shower)/wc. Reversible air conditioning. Possibility of renting sheets, towels and cleaning at the end of the stay (paying service). Semi-detached gîte with two annual rentals. Visitor's tax in supplement.