Cycling trip in France: Tour de France through the vineyards of Bordeaux
Slow travel in French: Climate-friendly and enjoyable, cycling through one of the world's most famous wine regions. You experience a cultural landscape that could change, however.
Alexis Charrier, a 40-year-old winemaker, runs his family business in the village of Bommes, where wine production has been taking place for over two centuries. The region of Bordeaux is home to various wine production areas, including Sauternes, Médoc, and Saint-Émilion. Despite the thriving tourist industry, the wine sector is in crisis, with declining sales and exports, and winemakers are diversifying their activities to include gastronomy, art, and tourism.
Wine enthusiasts can explore the region by bike, visiting wineries such as Château La Gaffelière, Château Fleur de Lisse, and Château de Cérons, which offer wine tastings and unique experiences. The Bordeaux region, which spans 86,000 hectares, is accessible by train or car, and offers various accommodations, including wine châteaux and cyclist-friendly hotels.
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