Blaye

Impressive Vauban fortress on the banks of the Gironde estuary. Blaye, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a monumental stop and an entrance to the vineyards of Bordeaux.

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Blaye is a French city that impresses with its majestic Citadel, a masterpiece of military architecture designed by Vauban, declared World Heritage by UNESCO. For the pilgrim of the Tour de France route, it's a monumental stopover. Walking along its walls, with views of the vast Gironde estuary, is an unforgettable experience. Inside the city, the citadel houses a village, ruins and workshops for artisans. Blaye is also the entrance to the prestigious wine region of Côtes de Blaye. It's a perfect place for a break that combines history, engineering and wine culture, before continuing on to Bordeaux.

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Viae Turonensis

Saint-Aubin-de-Blaye - Blaye

18.00 km 6.00 h Baja

Blaye - Blanquefort

19.00 km 6.33 h Alta

From: Blaye

To: Blanquefort

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