Family Ride with Longtail Bike

🚲 Bordeaux by Bike – Stones, Wine, and Canelé

Urban Loop Starting from Talence

Want to discover Bordeaux differently than on foot… without getting stuck in a tram?

This self-guided route takes you on a 4-hour leisurely bike ride, between heritage sights, majestic quays, alternative right bank, and highly strategic gourmet breaks.

Departure and arrival at Talence, heading towards the historic heart of Bordeaux, its iconic monuments, bridges, and, above all, its local specialties.

Spoiler: yes, there will be wine. And canelé. 🍷🍮

🗺️ The Route, in a Few Pedal Strokes

From Talence, we gently reach Bordeaux via bike paths, to warm up without upsetting your calves.

On the agenda:

Place de la Victoire and its monumental gate

La Grosse Cloche (it rings less loudly than it looks)

Saint-André Cathedral & Pey-Berland Tower

Porte Cailhau, worthy of a movie set

Place de la Bourse & Water Mirror (mandatory photo)

Les Quinconces, XXL version

After so much culture, it's time for serious matters:

👉 Break at CIBV, to talk about terroir, grape varieties… and fill glasses in moderation.

We then continue with a sweet stop at La Toque Cuivrée, because a Bordelais without canelé is like a bike without a saddle.

The ride continues across the Pont de Pierre to reach the right bank, discover Darwin, its street art, alternative vibe, and free spirit, before following the quays and slowly returning to Talence.

⏱️ Practical Information

Duration: ~4h (including breaks)

Distance: ~22–25 km

Level: easy

Terrain: bike paths & smooth urban roads

Type of Outing: autonomy, pleasure, curiosity

✅ What's Included

✔️ An optimized GPX route

✔️ A balanced loop between culture, relaxation, and gourmet delights

✔️ Predominantly bike paths (your tires will thank you)

✔️ Iconic points of interest in Bordeaux

✔️ The freedom to go at your own pace (and get a second canelé if needed)

✔️ A Longtail type bike to explore the city with your children

❌ What's Not Included

❌ Purchases at CIBV and La Toque Cuivrée

❌ A guide telling dubious anecdotes (here, you're the maestro)

❌ Guaranteed 100% sunshine (we are in Bordeaux, after all)

💡 Good to Know

Route ideal for both e-bikes and regular bikes

Perfect for a first discovery of Bordeaux

Compatible with solo, couple, friends, colleagues, or hotel guests

Helmet recommended, canelé suggested