Visit the surrounding area
The town of Saint-Émilion
Château de la Vieille Chapelle is just a 20-minute drive from Saint-Émilion, the wine capital. Winery tours, vineyard walks, and wine tastings are all part of your itinerary in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
We also recommend you take a stroll through this picturesque little medieval village in Gironde and discover all its secrets: the catacombs and the Hermitage cave. The alleys of the city center are lined with restaurants and cafes where you will enjoy taking a break before continuing your visit.
The city of Bordeaux
In a 30-minute drive, you'll be in the center of Bordeaux. This city of art and history boasts a rich and diverse heritage. Stroll through the city center and discover all the city's monuments and treasures, such as the Place de la Bourse and the Miroir d'eau, the Grand Théâtre, the Basilica of Saint-Michel, the Cathedral of Saint-André, the Cité du Vin, and the Darwin Ecosystem. Stroll through the streets of the center, then sit down in a café or restaurant along the Garonne River.
The Garden of the Gold Fund
In the heart of the Lugonais vineyards, discover a haven of peace and greenery, the Jardin du Fond de l'Or. A beautiful afternoon awaits you with family, friends, or as a couple. You'll stroll among the rose bushes and tall shrubs. Take the time to appreciate the beauty of nature and the landscape.
Blaye and its citadel
Drive for about 45 minutes and reach the fortified town of Blaye, located between vineyards and the Garonne River. The town is famous for its citadel, which was built by Vauban in the 17th century. Don't miss the remains of the city fortified by the Romans in the 1st century.
The River Castle
A defensive fortress on the borders of Charlemagne's empire, which came under English domination, a feudal issue, an object of alliances and vassalage, the Château de La Rivière is a magnificent property overlooking the Dordogne valley and the eponymous river.
The Pair-non-Pair Cave
In the town of Prignac-et-Marcamps, about an hour's drive from the Château de la Vieille Chapelle, visit one of the most remarkable prehistoric decorated caves, the Grotte de Pair-non-Pair. Its engravings and drawings date back more than 30,000 years. You'll discover horses, ibex, deer, mammoths, and cattle.