Saint-Émilion is the perfect day-trip from Bordeaux city and a great way to sample the best of the region – the wine! We took the train out on a stunning winter’s day and had fun biking around on a self-guided (and only slightly wobbly) tour.
Booze and Beauty in Bordeaux
Bordeaux is known for its booze but its beauty is just as impressive. Its beautifully-preserved 18th century architecture has earned it Unesco heritage status, and it has a lovely riverfront to promenade along and admire. If you can tear yourself away from the river, then there’s plenty more to see in its narrow winding streets and photogenic avenues. Read on!