Discovery Tour of the City of Bordeaux

🚲 Bordeaux by Bike – Stones, Wine, and Canelé

Urban loop starting from Talence

Want to explore Bordeaux differently than on foot... and without getting stuck on a tram?

This self-guided tour takes you on a 4-hour cool bike ride, exploring heritage sites, majestic quays, alternative right bank, and highly strategic gourmet breaks.

Start and end in Talence, heading towards the historical heart of Bordeaux, its iconic monuments, bridges, and especially 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 lanes, getting into the groove without upsetting your calves.

On the agenda:

Place de la Victoire and its monumental gate

La Grosse Cloche (it sounds quieter than it looks)

Saint-André Cathedral & Pey-Berland Tower

Porte Cailhau, worthy of a film set

Place de la Bourse & Water Mirror (mandatory photo)

Les Quinconces, XXL version

After so much culture, it’s time to get serious:

👉 Break at CIBV, to chat about terroir, grape varieties... and fill glasses responsibly.

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

The ride continues over the Pont de Pierre, to reach the right bank, discover Darwin, its street art, alternative vibe, and free spirit, before strolling along the quays and leisurely returning to Talence.

⏱️ Practical Information

Duration: ~4h (pauses included)

Distance: ~22–25 km

Level: easy

Terrain: cycling paths & smooth urban lanes

Type of outing: autonomy, pleasure, curiosity

✅ What’s included

✔️ An optimized GPX route (created on Komoot)
✔️ A balanced loop between culture, relaxation, and gourmet experiences
✔️ Predominantly cycling paths (your tires will thank you)
✔️ Iconic points of interest in Bordeaux
✔️ The freedom to go at your own pace (and grab another canelé if needed)

❌ What’s not included

❌ Bike rental (but we can help 😉)
❌ Consumptions at CIBV and La Toque Cuivrée
❌ A guide telling dubious anecdotes (here, you’re the conductor)
❌ Guaranteed sunshine 100% (we are in Bordeaux, after all)

💡 Good to know

Ideal for both e-bikes and muscle bikes

Perfect for a first discovery of Bordeaux

Compatible for solo outings, couples, friends, colleagues, or hotel guests

Helmet recommended, canelé is a must