Cussac-Fort-Médoc Towns and Villages in Cussac-Fort-Médoc

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Location : In the countryside

Province : Médoc and Haut Médoc

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    • In the southwest of France, Cussac-Fort-Médoc offers a pleasant setting between the Gironde estuary and the Médoc vineyards.


      Why is Cussac-Fort-Médoc interesting to visit?

      Its historical heritage

      The town is known for its fort, one of the bastions that was used to enclose the Gironde in the 17th century. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a beautiful dive into the military history of the region.


      Its famous vineyard

      Cussac-Fort-Médoc is nestled in the heart of the Haut-Médoc vineyard, famous for its quality wines. Wine lovers can visit châteaux and taste local wines (in moderation!).


      Its preserved nature

      The park of the Château Lanessan, in Cussac-Fort-Médoc, is an ideal green space to recharge your batteries far from the hustle and bustle of the city. Don't miss its Horse Museum for a leap back in time. The Gironde estuary, nearby, is also a popular place for walking.


      The essentials of Cussac-Fort-Médoc


      • Fort Médoc : visit this historic site and discover its role in the defense of the estuary.
      • Château Lanessan : before or after your walk, explore the wine estate if you wish.
      • Blaye and its citadel : take the pier to cross the estuary and stroll in the lively port of Blaye. The citadel of Blaye is like the Fort de Cussac, listed as a UNESCO world heritage site.
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Ride around

Chemin d'Amadour : étape 5 de Cussac-Fort-Médoc à Le Pian-Médoc

Chemin d'Amadour : étape 5 de Cussac-Fort-Médoc à Le Pian-Médoc
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627 m - Cussac-Fort-Médoc

Walking

Chemin de Saint Jacques Compostelle, Voie de Tours

Chemin de Saint Jacques Compostelle, Voie de Tours
Chemin de Saint Jacques Compostelle, Voie de Tours

3,3 km - Lamarque

Walking

Iconiques à vélo : le Fort Médoc

Iconiques à vélo : le Fort Médoc
Iconiques à vélo : le Fort Médoc

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Lanessan Castle Park

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Fort Médoc

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L'Estuaire de la Gironde et ses îles

L'Estuaire de la Gironde et ses îles
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The Gironde estuary comes from the meeting between the rivers Dordogne and Garonne at the level of Bec d'Ambès, and ...

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Citadel of Blaye

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Blaye

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Cussac-Fort-Médoc

Address

33460 Cussac-Fort-Médoc

Contacts

Phone : 05 57 88 85 00

GPS coordinates

45° 6'51.84"N, 0° 43'50.77"W

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Bourg-sur-Gironde

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