Saint-Laurent-Médoc

Saint-Laurent-Médoc

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownSaint-Laurent-MédocSaint-Sauveur at 5.9 km
Insee code33424Saint-Julien-Beychevelle at 6.6 km
Postcode33112Pauillac at 8 km
Latitude45.1512410Cussac-Fort-Médoc at 8.3 km
Longitude-0.8220920Cissac-Médoc at 8.7 km
AltitudeFrom 4 to 41 metersListrac-Médoc at 8.9 km
Surface136.55 km²Lamarque at 10.3 km
Population3774 inhabitantsMoulis-en-Médoc at 11 km
Density27 inhabitants/km²Vertheuil at 11.1 km
Chief townBordeaux (at 45 km, 59 min)Arcins at 11.4 km
DepartmentGirondeBlaye at 12.8 km
RegionAquitaineSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Saint-Laurent-Médoc is located between Bordeaux and the Pointe de Grave, nestled among the most prestigious wines Médoc wine. Its area is about 13 600 hectares, of which 7 800 hectares of forest. It includes 32 villages over three houses grouped and 27 places. Its population is around 4 000.

Even before the capture of Jerusalem, the Order of St. John who participated in many crusades to Benon built a hospital and chapel can be visited.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The Church of Benon 12th and 13th centuries:
  • A 5 kilometers west of Saint-Laurent-Médoc is Benon Church, an historic monument in 1972.
  • The history of this church as we know it today, is closely related to the first Commandery hospital located in the Médoc. The Hospitallers around 1155, built the Commandery provided with a hospital (now defunct) to accommodate the pilgrims and to the west of the chapel.
  • This monument is an outstanding example of architecture of the military orders. It is subject to restoration under the leadership of the Association of Friends of Notre-Dame de Benon, who was able to revive this place, which still sees pass today the pilgrims of Saint-Jacques.
  • The Fountain Bernos back to Celtic times. It is surrounded by many legends.
  • The estates, at number 20 on 500 hectares of vineyards.
Detailed information
Information pointsVisitor Information Centre of Saint-Laurent-Médoc
MonumentsChurch Notre-Dame de Benon,   Church Saint-Laurent

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Market every Friday morning instead of church.
  • Two associations, the Twinning Committee Saint-Laurent - Manage and Grenier Médoc, to get together every two years in August, the delegation of the Order of Saint Lawrence Manage, city of Belgium with which is a match.
PHOTOS
The church Benon 12th and 13th centuries
 
Exterior Benon Church
Church of Saint-Laurent
  
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. -2°C - Max. 8°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. -1°C - Max. 9°C
Friday 17 February
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Min. 2°C - Max. 9°C
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 16.8 km from Saint-Laurent-MédocFrom 20 € to 50 € 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 24 km from Saint-Laurent-MédocFrom 15 € to 40 € per person 
Lorelei
Pugnac
Family kitchen, rustic, located along the RD 137.
Located 25 km from Saint-Laurent-MédocFrom 10 € to 15 € 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 10.8 km from Saint-Laurent-Médoc50 € 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 11.8 km from Saint-Laurent-MédocFrom 50 € to 60 € the double room 
Le clos de la palmeraie    
8
Ordonnac
Located on the road to the prestigious chateaux of the Medoc, Le Clos de la Palmeraie, remains of the eighteenth century, welcomes you for a stay of escape in the middle of vignes....
Located 18.4 km from Saint-Laurent-Médoc70 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Hourtin  
8.4
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Hourtin
Hourtin located in Gironde Aquitaine. Au Coeur du Medoc blue. Lake between 2 km and 10 km Ocean: Single 70 m² comfortable (new bedding), 2 bedrooms, 1 bed 1.4 O. Bunk bed and 1 0.90....
Located 18.7 km from Saint-Laurent-MédocFrom 245 € to 575 € per week 
Chalet 4 personnes hourtin 33
Hourtin
Cottage for 4 people 31m², wooden terrace, garden, fenced in private residence.
Located 18.8 km from Saint-Laurent-MédocFrom 490 € to 620 € per week 
Hourtin
Hourtin
Apartment overlooking the lake hourtin 100 m from the beach and harbor.
Located 18.9 km from Saint-Laurent-MédocFrom 450 € to 550 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping Le Bon Coin    
8.8
Hourtin
On the edge of town, near the lake and 10 minutes of ocean beaches, we offer a quiet stay in a family atmosphere.
Located 17.9 km from Saint-Laurent-MédocFrom 12 € to 19 € per day 

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HOTELS
Logis Hotel De France Et D'angleterre     
6.9
Pauillac
This Logis hotel is located next to Paulliac’s Marina, in northern Aquitaine. It has a garden and en-suite guestrooms with lift access, satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. The France Et D'angleterre’s...
Located 7.9 km from Saint-Laurent-MédocRoom from 67 €
Logis Hotel Le Vignoble     
8
Pauillac
This Logis hotel is located 50 metres from the Gironde estuary in Pauillac, northern Aquitaine. It has a garden and air-conditioned guestrooms with lift access, satellite TV and free...
Located 7.9 km from Saint-Laurent-MédocRoom from 92 €
Le Relais De Listrac    
6.7
Listrac-Médoc
At the heart of the Medoc vineyard, Le Relais de Listrac is situated 35 kilometres from Bordeaux, in an old winery with a typical regional architecture. The rooms are comfortable and...
Located 9 km from Saint-Laurent-MédocRoom from 62 €

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Gironde
Grand Hotel de Bordeaux & Spa
Directly opposite the Grand Theatre, this 5-star hotel is in the heart of the historic centre of Bordeaux. It offers a concierge...
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