When you are a big fan of cycling, any opportunity is good to indulge in a nice hike. All the trails, in the city and on the outskirts, are playgrounds where you can cycle, while enjoying the beauty of the surroundings. If your next landing point is the Médoc, get ready to discover many cycle paths on the Atlantic coast in complete safety and serenity.
Ride the famous Vélodysée route
During your vacation at the Vieux Moulin campsite in Vensac, enjoy a sensational cycle ride, which you can do alone or as a couple for maximum pleasure. After having driven through every corner of this beautiful village, why not take the road towards the neighboring towns, including Royan, Arcachon and Lacanau-Océan. Being magnificent towns, these destinations will know how to reward your efforts in more ways. These kilometers of hikes allow you to access magnificent sites and many of them demonstrate all their riches and beauty.
The Velodyssée is a cycle route that connects Brittany to the Basque Coast. More than 1,200 kilometers long, it allows you to cross 3 regions and 9 departments on marked and secure routes. It is one of the most beautiful cycle paths in Gironde.
By embarking on the Vélodyssée Royan/Montalivet route, you will have the pleasure of seeing magnificent territories, from the entrance to the Gironde to Soulac, passing through Verdon-sur-Mer.
Duration: Approximately 2 hours
Kilometers: 30.02 km
This route is ideal for beginners and families and connects the tip of Médoc to the town of Montalivet via Soulac-sur-Mer or Verdon-sur-Mer. If you arrive from Royan you will have to take the ferry which offers several rotations per day to take you to Pointe de Grave.
For your Vélodysée route from Montalivet-les-Bains to Hourtin plage, allow around 1h20 for a family trip between the coast and the vineyards.
Duration: approximately 1h20
Kilometers: 20.03 km
You will reach Hourtin and its lake through the forest. A beautiful walk awaits you.
We strongly advise you to take these 2 cycle paths in Gironde to discover it. Our campsite is located at the junction of these 2 routes. So you can do each of them on 2 different days. These routes are recommended for families. If you decide to do the route further south which links Hourtin-Plage to Lacanau-Océan, be aware that the level becomes more difficult and may be less suitable if you have children.
Explore the Médoc and Carcans on the handlebars of a bike
For this bike ride, you can opt for mountain biking, fat biking or even motorized cycling. Whatever your choice, these two-wheelers will allow you to explore the entire Médoc, including the superb town of Carcans. The latter has a whole host of activities in store for you. You can, among other things, indulge in surfing on its most spectacular spots. If in addition to being a cycling enthusiast, you are also a big fan of good, long moments in the sun, these superb beaches will surely lift your heart. Furthermore, Carcans invites you to discover its beautiful museum of Arts and popular traditions.
Storm the Médoc vineyards
Its vast wine-growing lands, its gastronomic specialties and above all its lush nature are all reasons that encourage tourists to ride on its multiple cycle paths. If a day of cycling isn’t enough for you, you can pack your bags at the Vieux Moulin campsite to fully enjoy all the magnificence of this region like no other. This structure offers you, in addition to these accommodations at several levels of comfort, a whole host of activities and entertainment suitable for all ages. The site provides you with pétanque and volleyball courts to help you exercise. Its outdoor swimming pool will allow you to enjoy a refreshing moment with your family.
Otherwise, this campsite allows you to indulge in a nice game of ping-pong or even badminton. Without forgetting the visits to the surrounding area to enrich your stay at this campsite. The beach, not far from there, is simply perfect for swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking and canoeing. In short, the list is long. Spending your vacation in this place means ensuring a truly successful stay. For your children, the site is equipped with a children’s area allowing your little ones to have fun and be entertained at their ease, in complete safety.
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