Outdoor Adventures with SEAVAN in Merignac, Gironde, Aquitaine

Corbiac is one of eight districts in the commune of Saint Médard en Jalles. Mostly residential, Corbiac is bordered by the communes of Le Haillan and Mérignac, the Saint Médard poudrerie and the Gajac district. In the past, it was used for farming and market gardening. The proposed loop is of greenery, pine and oak woods, meadows and horses horses. Balades à Roulettes® (BR®) are short, leisurely walks, with a baby carriage or small bike, or adapted for people with reduced mobility (in a wheelchair), offered by the Fédération Française de Randonnée de la Gironde

Corbiac, a predominantly residential area, is bordered by the communes of Le Haillan and Mérignac, the Saint Médard poudrerie and the Gajac district. In the past, the area was used for farming and market gardening. The proposed loop is a parcel of greenery, with pine and oak woods, meadows and horses. Balades à Roulettes® (BR®) are short, leisurely walks, with a baby carriage or small bike, or adapted for people with reduced mobility (in a wheelchair), offered by the Fédération Française de Randonnée de la Gironde.

The Bois du Dehès covers 18 hectares. A real place of discovery, the site is a Natura 2000 zone where the natural heritage species listed are preserved according to the European Habitats and Birds Directives. You can also visit the Moulinat mill and the miller's house, the fountain and the the miller's house, the pyramidal fountain of Bussac, the Jalle, the Site des Sources or the small Cistude turtle. "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".

Created around 1870 by the landscape designer Le Breton, this 17-hectare park is listed in the supplementary inventory of historical monuments. The city of Mérignac, after development work, opened it to the public in 1985. The park is made up mainly of ornamental species from the United States, Europe and Asia. The park offers a varied and unusual vegetation The Balades à Roulettes® (BR®) are short, quiet walks, with a stroller or a small bicycle, or adapted for people with reduced mobility (in a wheelchair), proposed by the French Federation of Hiking of the Gironde.

Since 1836, many horses have been running on the tracks of the Bordeaux-Le Bouscat racecourse every year. 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.

This 5-hectare site borders the racecourse and the Champ de course on one side, and the collective housing of the Lyautey district on the other. Between Nature and Culture, the Bois is a place to see, learn and discover in the midst of a preserved nature and artists' works that offer spaces for rest, games and observation. Within the framework of its program "a district, a park", the City Council of Bouscat develops the only wooded area of the commune. This site, of great natural and cultural wealth, is open to visitors all year round 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.

Located in the rural part of Blanquefort, 20 minutes from the centre of Bordeaux, the Majolan Park is a place tinged with history, where past and present cohabit. In this vast natural area, the fauna and flora are enhanced by caves and fake ruins, giving a fairy-tale aspect to the place. The third most visited park in the region and labeled "Remarkable Garden", the Majolan Park is the ideal place for nature lovers. 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.

This family bike ride takes a part of the Voir Verte Bordeaux-Lacanau. Linking Saint-Médard-en-Jalles to Saint-Aubin de Médoc, this loop will allow you to discover in all serenity a facet both historical and bucolic of this territory located at the gates of the Médoc.

The Bourgailh forest is a nature area dedicated to the environment and sustainable development, a unique site in France. It is a forest of discoveries with a nature area of 110 Ha around three major themes: nature, sport, and family. 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.

This cycling loop starting from Lacanau allows you to discover a beautiful diversity of original landscapes between ocean, dunes and forests. The route follows cycle paths, making it ideal for families. You'll find the Etang de Cousseau Nature Reserve on your route, which can be explored on foot from the bike park at the entrance to Lesperon.

Welcome to Les Séraphines, a warm and welcoming bed and breakfast with top-quality amenities in the center of Bordeaux! All year round, your host enthusiastically opens the doors of this charming guest house, inviting you to relax and unwind in the center of Bordeaux. Les Séraphines is located on a typical downtown Bordeaux street. Once you've crossed the threshold, you'll be charmed by the decor, which has preserved the soul of the building, thanks in particular to the beautiful Bordeaux staircase, while offering modern, functional facilities. Live to the rhythm of Bordeaux during your business trips, family weekends, romantic getaways or solo breaks.

Enjoy a day discovering the pleasures of the Bordeaux region: châteaux, vineyards, wine tasting and local produce! DISCOVER THE BORDEAUX REGION, ITS VINEYARDS AND CHÂTEAUX! TRY LOCAL PRODUCE AND GREAT WINES! Accompanied by your guide, this small group tour will spend a delicious morning degusting a "canelé", a bakery speciality from Bordeaux. After these tasty morsels, you will visit a cheese and meet factories, and you will be invited to a lunch in a charming 18th century apartment. Enjoy produce purchased that morning and try cannelés, a Bordelais speciality! Lunch will be obviously accompanied by wines of Bordeaux! In the afternoon, you will leave for Médoc. Your guide will give you lots of information about the wine region of Bordeaux. You will visit a magnificent family property in the region, where you learn more about wine making from the vine to the bottle. Next, you will visit a prestigious Grand Cru Classé nestled in the vineyards of Médoc, in its cellars, where one of the greatest wines of Bordeaux is made, you will taste wine with local produce! Choose this gourmet day-tour to discover local high quality producers, visit châteaux of the Bordeaux region and taste great wines!

VISIT THIS UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE AND GO 135 METRES DOWN TO DISCOVER THE CELLARS AND GALLERIES! VISIT THIS UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE AND GO 135 METRES DOWN TO DISCOVER THE CELLARS AND GALLERIES!   Descend 378 steps and enter the galleries located 64 metres below ground to discover the traces of the former mining activity. During this tour, the mine will reveal its underground lakes, salt sculptures, and even its bar, restaurant and cathedral, all dug into the salt. If you wish, you can have a drink in the bar or even send a postcard from the mine! Your tour ends 135 metres below ground, from where you return by lift. Discover the Wieliczka salt mine, one of the oldest in Europe.

Discover the vineyards of the Médoc in an afternoon! Taste the wines and visit the châteaux and the vineyards which produce the famous wines! DON'T MISS THIS SMALL GROUP TOUR, DISCOVER THE VINEYARDS OF THE MÉDOC IN AN AFTERNOON. Guided tour of the vineyards of the Médoc, your guide will offer lots of information about the wine region of Bordeaux. Follow the famous route des châteaux, and see the prestigious appellations which forged Bordeaux's reputation for fine wines: Margaux, Saint-Julien, Pauillac... Over an afternoon, you will visit two properties: a family château and a prestigious Médoc Grand Cru Classé (1855 classification). Discover their winery and wine store house and learn more about wine making and wine tasting. Following your visit, you will enjoy an apéritif of fine French produce with the grands crus!  Choose this afternoon excursion, and discover the prestigious wines of the Médoc and its châteaux! Taste Grands Crus !

The Pey-Berland tower, a flamboyant Gothic structure built between 1440 and 1466, is the bell tower of Saint-André cathedral in Bordeaux. The spire was constructed in the 19th century and crowned in 1863 by the statue of Notre-Dame of Aquitaine. The huge eight tonne "bourdon", nicknamed Ferdinand-André, was added in 1869. Classified historical monument.

Visit Bordeaux during this private Citroen 2CV tour, admire the monuments the city has to offer and taste the Bordeaux speciality: Cannelés! Discover Bordeaux in this unique vehicle and and try a box of Cannelés, a regional treat! Climb aboard a Citroen 2CV and sit back while your private guide-driver recounts the history of Bordeaux from the Roman era to the present day! During this 1 hour journey you can enjoy the most beautiful monuments of the city from the open top car: * Colonne des Girondins * Place des Quinconces * Allées de Tourny * Notre Dame church * Cour Mably * Grand Théâtre * La Bourse and the water mirror * Porte Cailhau * Porte de Bourgogne * Grosse Cloche * The Cathédrale St André and Pey Berland Tower * Palais Rohan (Town Hall) * Place Dauphine known as Place Gambetta * Palais Gallien (Roman amphitheatre) * The Jardin Public and the beautiful Rue D'aviau There will be photo stops at the Cathedral St André and the Tour Pey Berland so you can remember this ride! You can then try the local delicacy: Cannelés! You will be given a box of 8 Cannelés! Choose this Citroen 2CV tour and enjoy a pleasant trip through the city!

Admire the monuments of Bordeaux at night time with a private Citroen 2CV tour and taste Cannelés, the Bordelais speciality. Discover Bordeaux in this unique vehicle and and try a box of Cannelés, a regional treat! Climb aboard a Citroen 2CV and sit back while your private guide-driver recounts the history of Bordeaux from the Roman era to the present day! During this 1 hour journey you can enjoy the most beautiful monuments of the city from the open top car: * Colonne des Girondins * Place des Quinconces * Allées de Tourny * Notre Dame church * Cour Mably * Grand Théâtre * La Bourse and the water mirror * Porte Cailhau * Porte de Bourgogne * Grosse Cloche * The Cathédrale St André and Pey Berland Tower * Palais Rohan (Town Hall) * Place Dauphine known as Place Gambetta * Palais Gallien (Roman amphitheatre) * The Jardin Public and the beautiful Rue D'aviau There will be photo stops at the Cathedral St André and the Tour Pey Berland so you can remember this ride! You can then try the local delicacy: Cannelés! You will be given a box of 8 Cannelés! Choose this Citroen 2CV tour and enjoy a pleasant trip through the city!

Discover the famous Médoc vineyard, during a morning tour of châteaux and wine tastings! ENJOY A MORNING IN A FAMOUS VINEYARD IN THE BORDEAUX REGION! Small group guided tour to the Médoc vineyard, which produces powerful red wines. Your escort will offer lots of information about the Bordeaux wine region. See the prestigious appellations which forged Bordeaux's reputation for fine wines! During the morning you will learn about wine making and wine tasting. Visit two châteaux: a magnificent Grand Cru Classé and a family property. Following your visit, you will enjoy an apéritif of fine French produce from the terroir with the wines from the vineyard! Choose this morning excursion to the Médoc vineyard, visit the châteaux and taste wines and local products!

Discover the prestigious wines of Saint-Emilion during an afternoon tour of this UNESCO heritage village. Visit the châteaux of the region and enjoy their world famous wines! DON'T MISS THIS SMALL GROUP TOUR, DISCOVER THE FAMOUS VINEYARDS OF SAINT-EMILION IN AN AFTERNOON. Accompanied by your guide, your small group will travel to Saint-Émilion, where you will visit a magnificent family property. You will discover the authenticity and intimacy of a private property and enjoy presentations on the development of wine from the vine to the bottle. The afternoon will continue with a visit to a prestigious Grand Cru Classé nestled in the vineyards of Saint-Emilion. There will be a tour of the property including the vineyards and the cellars where the finest wines of Bordeaux are developed. At the end of the visit you will enjoy an apéritif of fine French produce that you can taste with the wines from the château! Lastly, we will visit the medieval village of St. Emilion, which has been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1999, before returning to Bordeaux accompanied by last glass of wine! Choose this afternoon excursion in the Saint-Émilion region, where you can enjoy tastings, châteaux tours and the magnificent rolling countryside lined with rows of vines!

Discover local food producers from the Bordeaux region: bakers, chocolate makers, cheesemakers! Then end the morning with a buffet lunch! A GOURMET MORNING TO DISCOVER LOCAL PRODUCERS AND TASTE THEIR PRODUCTS! Accompanied by a guide, your small group will first eat a canelé, a bakery speciality from Bordeaux. Then, you will visit a cheese factory and you will learn how the cheeses are made and what differentiates Roquefort, Brie, Comté, etc. You will also visit a meat factory where you will learn more about Bordeaux culinary specialties. The gourmet tour ends with a picnic in a beautiful flat from the 18th century, where you can enjoy produce from the morning's visits along with speciality products from the Bordeaux region including cannelés, and of course Bordeaux wine! Opt for this gourmet tour and discover local quality food producers!

A monumental fountain in Mérignac, the Fontaine d'Arlac has a natural and constant spring. Built at the end of the 18th century, this fountain could be the work of Peixotto, the owner of the Maison Carrée d'Arlac, or of the Jurade de Bordeaux. It may have served as a large reservoir for the water destined for Bordeaux.

The architectural boldness and imagination have presided over the birth of this space located in the heart of the third largest city the Aquitaine area, Mérignac near Bordeaux. Music (symphonic, opera, jazz ...), dance (classical, contemporary, folk), theaters (boulevard, classic, contemporary) varieties, shows for children, matinees, audiovisual events ... have been proposed by Pin Galant.

L'Entrepôt offers a rich and varied programme for all audiences: theatre, dance, music, song, comedy, cinema, opera, films, lectures by Connaissance du Monde, school films and events throughout the year (Animasia, Le Haillan chanté, Supernaturel, Accords à corps, Les Cogitations, etc.).

In Eysines, this 50-hectare estate combines 22 hectares of wooded areas, playgrounds and numerous sports facilities: footpaths, orienteering courses, football pitches, winter and summer swimming pools, tennis courts, skate park, sports hall.... At the beginning of July, the park also hosts the Eysines Goes Soul festival, a summer and musical event not to be missed.

Dating from the 12th century, this Romanesque church is the oldest civil and religious monument in Mérignac. Several times damaged and restored, it is now used as an exhibition hall. It has been listed in the Supplementary Inventory of Historic Monuments since 1987. As part of its partnership with the Maison Européenne de la Photographie, the Old Church of Saint Vincent hosts high quality photo exhibitions but also other types of art Finally, every other year in October, the church, as well as other sites in the town of Mérignac (airport, town hall, media library) exhibit different works as part of the Mérignac Photographic Festival.

In the Domaine de Lescombes (itself an exhibition venue) presents a collection of over 1000 market-gardening tools, telling the story of the development of market gardening activities from manual ploughing to modern mechanised farming methods. Visits upon appointment.

Built in the 13th century and developed over the following centuries, it was the gateway to the medieval castle of the Veyrines seigniory of which it is the only vestige. With a height of 20 metres, it comprised four levels, the first of which was the entrance corridor At the end of the 14th century, it was walled at both ends and transformed into an oratory: the vaulted passage then became a chapel.

Opened in 2013 along the Hippodrome, this 5-hectare wood is a life-size educational tool to raise public awareness of nature in the city and the challenges of its preservation. The monthly calendar of events can be consulted on the Town Hall website.

It is since 1836 that many horses have been treading the tracks of the Bordeaux-Le Bouscat racecourse every year in the 3 disciplines: walk, trot, gallop. In 56 hectares of greenery, more than 32 meetings are held every year, i.e. more than 230 races, including 12 national events including 2 Quinté+. You will be able to enjoy the spectacle offered by the races free of charge, installed in one of the 600 seats in the grandstand or even as close as possible to the track, in order to taste the exhilaration of the last 100 metres. Let yourself be tempted by a horse-drawn carriage ride, and take advantage of the events organised at the racecourse for pony baptisms.

This fun and recreational park is the western entrance to the Parc des Jalles, which runs along the Vallée de la Jalle in Saint-Jean-d'Illac at its mouth with the Garonne. A large part of the site is dedicated to sports activities (rugby, football and Australian football, archery, weightlifting...). More educational, or just for the pleasure of strolling along the banks, the walk along the Jalle will lead you to the sources of the Thil and Gamarde rivers, passing through many play areas: water games, islands of plants, a plant maze, arboretum ... a little further on you will see an old grain mill, which is not open to the public Occasionally, part of the site can also be used for circuses, garage sales, the Jalles House Rock festival and other events.

Hippopotamus, the beef specialist since 1968. Since 1968, Hippopotamus has established itself as the beef specialist. Our expertise enables us to offer you a generous, gourmet menu, to enjoy on your own or to share with your family, your partner or your friends. Connoisseurs will appreciate the quality and variety of our cuts, as well as the special flavour of meat grilled to their liking. At Hippopotamus Bordeaux Mérignac, independent restaurant and Hippopotamus franchise, our dynamic teams are at your service and welcome you 7 days a week in a warm, authentic and friendly atmosphere, with a wide range of opening hours. Hippopotamus also offers a special welcome for families: high chairs, menus specially designed for children, table activities to keep them occupied and other surprises.

Come and meet us at the Chateau Pape Clément to taste by the glass our wines among a large selection of more than 200 different wines including 4 Grands Crus Classés of Bordeaux.

Zéphirine is above all a state of mind: A contemporary take on a family home! A restaurant like an Auberge Urbaine, where you can share every moment of the day. We serve contemporary bourgeois cuisine reinvented daily, told and served by the innkeepers or table hosts themselves, whose identity is reinforced by signature dishes. It's also a delicatessen and a Comptoir Gourmand to take home from home. A participatory experience to enjoy on the spot or to take away for a fixed price. No fuss! You listen, you observe, you share, you taste, you exchange, you learn recipes and tips with the chef? At Zéphirine, thanks to the slice table, the kitchen is at the heart of the service and the customer is at the heart of the kitchen: restaurant codes are turned upside down for a gastronomic experience!

Traditional restaurant in the Gambetta district offering French cuisine with a gastronomic accent.

Wine, music and delicatessen, these are the key words of this establishment both cellar with wines from all France and wine bar with absinthe as specialty.

Unique concept based on a meticulous selection of 100 wines that are renewed every month and all available for glass tasting! Each wine is unearthed among about fifty different wines tasted blind.

Wine and food pairing with top quality tapas guaranteed

Lago was inspired by Mediterranean cuisine. Using the codes of seaside cuisine, you can discover the tastes of Mediterranean-style cooking, whether over a dish, tapas or cocktails. Having cut his teeth in a number of Parisian restaurants, new chef Clément GAMBINI will introduce you to his palette of flavors through his young, sparkling cuisine. Proof of this cultural melting pot is the Neapolitan Pizze, available to eat in or take away, with its street-food twist. Facing the lake, this is the place to relax, whether indoors, with its stylish lounge-style decor, or outside on our terrace, which smells of the South.

Let yourself be transported during a Fusion snack and enjoy a real gourmet interlude. Discover exceptional teas selected directly from producers in China and enjoy a unique tasting moment. This tea time is the perfect opportunity to learn how to take your time and to let yourself relax in an intimate and peaceful setting.

In quiet garden with swimming pool, the countryside to the city Bed and breakfast in a villa in the Bordeaux Caudéran district, quiet area with a garden. Room of 35m² with shower, washbasin, toilet and queen size bed (160cm). The access to the room is totally independent. Homemade breakfast Close to bus stations with direct access to the city centre. Saint-Emilion at 42km, Bassin d'Arcachon at 46km, Mérignac Airport at 15 minutes by car, 15 minutes from the Parc des Expositions (Vinexpo, ...) Tariff of 110€ per night (breakfast included)

Located in a residential area of Bordeaux, right next to a park with century-old trees, you'll love this cosy room on the first floor of a typically Bordeaux renovated house. The Riana room has a double bed (140cm), a bathroom with bath and shower, and a separate toilet. The latter can be completed with an extra bedroom to suit your needs. You'll be able to take full advantage of all the activities for which Bordeaux, and indeed the whole of the Nouvelle Aquitaine region, is famous: wine tourism for its world-renowned grands crus and its now-famous Cité du Vin, Unesco-listed architectural heritage, not to mention the Arcachon basin, easily accessible by freeway. Minimum stay 2 nights. Tourist tax extra. Nearby parking space in secure parking lot. Local authority identification number: 3306300060951.

A guest house with a special charm and a resolute look contemporary, bathed in light. A true haven of peace located 5 minutes from the airport, between Bordeaux, the Bassin d'Arcachon, the cap Ferret peninsula and the Bordeaux vineyards. The mistress of the house, Laurence, living nearby will be available to welcome you. She is a native of the region and will be pleased to guide you to spend the stay of your dreams. Breakfast is included and will be at your disposal for the duration of the stay.

Villa Chaleemar was created in 2018 in Ste Germaine area in Bruges-Bouscat on the doorsteps of Bordeaux. Within a green area full of Mediterranean scents, Villa Chaleemar is a charming guest house bringing you comfort, quietness and peacefulness. Important: Tramway line D, Sainte Germaine station, is at 300 meters from the Villa and at 10 minutes away from Place des Quinconces and Office Tourism Center situated in the heart of Bordeaux, and at 20 minutes direct from Saint-Jean railway station. Free parking and easy. The atmosphere is calm and warming…like an island near the town.

The idea is to offer you the opportunity to stay so very quiet and personal in a private area in the heart of Bordeaux.

At the "Maison Art Déco", you'll appreciate the charm of this bed & breakfast located in a quiet street in the residential district of Bordeaux-Caudéran, a 5-minute walk from the Parc Bordelais and a 10-minute bus ride from the city center (lines 2 and 3 are 200 meters away). The bathroom is independent and spacious. Breakfast is served from 8:30 a.m. in the dining room, and you can relax with a magazine in the lounge. You can also get advice on visiting Bordeaux and its beautiful region (vineyards and the Bassin d?Arcachon). The train station and airport are easy to reach by bus (lines 9 and 1). We hope to see you soon!

TRADITIONAL HOUSE situated downtown the village. 4 bedrooms for 2 persons (2 double beds 140cm, 2 single bed 90cm, 1 double bed 180cm), 1 bedroom for 3 persons (1 double bed 160cm, 1 single bed 90cm), bathroom or shower room with WC, internet suckets, WI.FI. 1 sitting room ground floor with fire place, 1 sitting room first floor, colour TV. Kitchen and laundry room (micro wave, washing machine, tumble dryer) on site. 2 extra beds on request. Garden. Parking.