Blaye

Blaye

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownBlayeSaint-Martin-Lacaussade at 2.6 km
Insee code33058Plassac at 3.1 km
Postcode33390Cars at 3.4 km
Latitude45.1268410Saint-Genès-de-Blaye at 4.2 km
Longitude-0.6629410Saint-Seurin-de-Cursac at 4.7 km
AltitudeFrom 0 to 41 metersSaint-Paul at 5.3 km
Surface6.42 km²Mazion at 5.4 km
Population4894 inhabitantsCussac-Fort-Médoc at 5.5 km
Density730 inhabitants/km²Lamarque at 5.5 km
Chief townBordeaux (at 51 km, 50 min)Villeneuve at 5.6 km
DepartmentGirondeFours at 5.8 km
RegionAquitaineSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Located on the right bank of the Gironde estuary, Blaye boast of being the cradle of a great vineyard. Its wines are recognized worldwide.


SIGHTSEEING

Vauban Blaye with one of the most beautiful castles he created. The citadel of Blaye is now listed as World Heritage by UNESCO. Admission is free and the site is always open. For guided tours of the fortress and its dungeons, we recommend you contact the Office of Tourism. To see only the citadel, the Office of Tourism offers the Great Game of the Citadel learning history fun. Sunsets on the largest estuary in Europe, ramparts, moats are gigantic!

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Blaye
Leisure centresMuseum of Art and History of the Pays Blayais
MonumentsCastle of the Rudel,   Citadel of Blaye,   Fort Paté
Natural sitesIsland Nouvelle,   Island of the Paté

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Every Wednesday and Saturday mornings, downtown comes alive Blaye around a typical market of the region and its Blayaise good life. Lamprey, shad, asparagus and other local products to the delight of visitors.

In April, come taste the wine Blaye Cotes de Bordeaux in the citadel during the Spring Wine.

In May, encourage athletes who run in the vineyard to win Blaye Marathon.

Around July 14, vibrate to the rhythm of the Jumping International in the moat of the citadel.

In August, attend the Festival Theatre and the estuary.

Finally, in December the Book Fair welcomes you.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

The farm llamas Brandacot welcomes you to St. Paul for you to discover this extraordinary animals.

A 5 km south of Blaye, you can also find the site of Gallo-Roman villa and museum in the village of Plassac.

And for those who prefer the medieval period, the fortified house in Boisset Berson welcomes you from June to September. A Berson, you can also practice windsurfing association with Baeabatô.

In season, the clubs and equestrian Cartelègue St. Androny offer horseback riding to explore the vineyards and across the country. The Tourist Office also offers cruises on the Gironde estuary and its islands to discover.

PHOTOS
Blaye and its citadel
 
The Citadel Blaye
Sunset on the Estuary
 
The Citadel
Inside the citadel
 
Overview from the citadel of Blaye
The Estuary
 
Old house in the citadel
The Citadel for from port
 
Spring wines Blaye
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WEATHER
Monday 13 February
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Min. -1°C - Max. 3°C
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. -4°C - Max. 7°C
Wednesday 15 February
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RESTAURANTS 
Brasserie du lac
Margaux
The Relais de Margaux's brasserie will offer a magical view on the golf course and Gironde river. It is open every day for lunches and diners from 12noon until 10pm.
Located 7.9 km from BlayeFrom 20 € to 50 € per person 
Lorelei
Pugnac
Family kitchen, rustic, located along the RD 137.
Located 12.1 km from BlayeFrom 10 € to 15 € per person 
Le pont bernet
Le Pian-Médoc
« La Table des Sommeliers », propose a traditional cuisine elaborated from fresh and local products. The restaurant room, recently renoved, can welcome 60 persons. For biggest events...
Located 19.4 km from BlayeFrom 15 € to 40 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Chambres d'hôtes del Camino    
9.6
Moulis-en-Médoc
Rooms very comfortable, quiet, in the heart of the Medoc wine and 20 minutes from the Atlantic Ocean. You'll feel right at home. Desis and Brigitte welcome you into their country house...
Located 11.3 km from Blaye50 € the double room 
Le Lys Blanc  
Moulis-en-Médoc
The guest house white lily has a capacity of 10 persons with 4 rooms. Started this business in 2000, receives tourists from all over France and around the world who stay several days...
Located 13.8 km from BlayeFrom 50 € to 60 € the double room 
123 chemin du bord de l'eau  
Macau
Come visit a dreamland, 15 minutes from Bordeaux, at the gate of the Medoc, facing the Gironde estuary: Le 123 chemin du bord de l'eau. Stéphanie and Serge Tchekhov welcome you to their...
Located 15.9 km from BlayeFrom 90 € to 250 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
2 gites (pour 8) au calme avec piscine.
Saugon
The farmhouse is situated in the wine-producing region of Blaye on the Gironde estuary, 40 minutes north of Bordeaux. The 2 gites sleep 8 each. Both face south across the garden and...
Located 12.7 km from BlayeFrom 500 € to 1225 € per week 
La Maison des Vignes  
10
Saint-Caprais-de-Blaye
Country house composed of 2 gites (4 people or 6 people). They can become 1 larger gite in order to accomodate families or groups up to 10 people. In each gite : fully equiped kitchen,...
Located 23 km from Blaye400 € per week 
Gîte rural au bois joli  
9.4
Bussac-Forêt
In nice house Charentaise of 1875, rural cottage adjoining the house. Bungalow. Kitchen / living room. Chauffage. Éléctrique included. Bathroom toilet. 1 room (1 bed for 2 people, 1...
Located 25 km from BlayeFrom 350 € to 450 € per week 

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HOTELS
Villa Prémayac    
8.8
Blaye
This 18th-century villa is located on the bank of the Gironde Estuary, 40 km from Bordeaux. It features a Roman garden and individually-decorated rooms with free Wi-Fi access. The soundproofed...
Located in BlayeRoom from 98 €
Logis Hôtel La Citadelle     
8
Blaye
At the gateway to the region of Bordeaux, the logis la Citadelle is situated in Blaye, a picturesque walled town. The logis la Citadelle looking onto the river, provides accommodation...
Located in BlayeRoom from 90 €
Chateau Rousselle    
7.9
Saint-Ciers-de-Canesse
Surrounded by vineyards, Chateau Rouselle is located in the village of Saint-Ciers-de-Canesse, 45 minutes from the centre of Bordeaux. The chateau offers wine tasting tours and has...
Located 4.8 km from BlayeRoom from 60 €

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