The Canal des Deux Mers by bike from Royan to Bordeaux

Cycling from Royan to Bordeaux.

This bike trip from Royan to Bordeaux takes you along the Gironde estuary to discover southern Charente Maritime and northern Gironde. This bike tour follows the famous “Canal des 2 Mers” cycle route.

A wide variety of cycling routes, first on the right bank, then on the left bank of the estuary. First, the right bank from Royan. You’ll cycle along the limestone cliffs overlooking the many net-fishing huts on stilts known as carrelets. Pass through charming fishing villages and the remarkable fortified bastide town of Talmont sur Gironde overlooking the estuary.

Further south, after Mortagne sur Gironde, you’ll come to the large marshes where exceptional wildlife lives and breeds: storks, white spoonbills, otters, harriers and grey herons… to be observed in the Terres d’Oiseaux bird sanctuary. A pleasant daily bike ride through the heart of this wild area, then along a quiet cycle path through the Côtes de Blaye” vineyards to the Citadelle of Blaye, built by Vauban.

After crossing the estuary by boat, your final stage on the left bank of the river takes you through the famous vineyards of Moulis and Margaux, two of the Médoc’s best-known appellations, before entering the beautiful city of Bordeaux. You’ll then cycle along the majestic quays of the Garonne in the heart of the city, a UNESCO World Heritage site, to your hotel.

You’ll be warmly welcomed every evening in 3-star hotels and charming bed & breakfasts.