La Garonne although it may be the shortest French river (575 km), it remains an inexhaustible source of inspiration for lovers of pure nature. Peckish ? Its taverns and its beautiful tables have no equal. Desire to escape ? Its course is just waiting for you rental boat. Two days ahead of you? The ride promises to be good with our weekend idea 100% Garonne !
Day 1, Step 1: The nautical stopover
Nothing better to get to know a river than to share its bed! With 1, 2 or 3 passengers, we board in mode canoe Kayak for a morning dedicated to paddling. Beginners more than welcome!
A vest and a few safety instructions later, you are sailing peacefully on the Garonne, through green landscapes.
Day 1, Stage 3: Le Tertre
After the effort and the comfort, the panorama of the valley! Highlight of the walking race Marmande-Meilhan, the Mound has in store for you a magnificent point of view on the laces of the Garonne and the Canal. Our little pleasure?
Follow its course in the morning light and watch it disappear into the horizon between fields and orchards.
Day 1, Stage 4: Bike rental in Tonneins
Its service is a hit on site: it is obviously the rental of two wheels in the Tonneins Tourist Office!
Mountain bikes or electrically assisted bikes, get your fill of sound advice and choose the new companion for your 100% Garonne weekend. Slow mode activated.
Day 1, Stage 5: Walk to Roches de Reulé and return to the quays
Moving forward or backward? This is the question in front of this superb bar of black rock which hinders the tumultuous Garonne. Once feared by boats, this spot, very popular with locals, is now a delight for kayakers and hikers.
Day 1, Step 6: Meal at the Balcon des Dames
You can't take your eyes off her either? With her plunging view of the Garonne, the 3* hotel Côté Garonne – Le Balcon des Dames prolongs the pleasure for a bistronomic dinner.
On the menu: regional products with intense flavors, homemade cuisine respectful of the seasons and a lounge atmosphere.
Day 2, Stage 7: Fous de Garonne
Who would have believed it? Despite its deviations and excesses, Garonne remains the good mother of the Val de Garonnais. The proof with this unusual village entirely dedicated to the river and its history.
Giant video show, 3D nature cabin or even tactile aquarium : a fun and immersive visit for the whole family.
Day 2, Stage 8: Garonne boats
Impossible to live a 100% Garonne weekend without treating yourself to a getaway on the water! Discover the history of this typical village of the middle Garonne which lives according to the floods of the river.
This walk is also an opportunity to contemplate the wild nature and to see Migrator birds.
Day 2, Stage 9: Tèrra Aventura
Catch them all ! Today, the hunt for treasures Terra Aventura invites itself to the banks of the river.
Investigate in family and go through the different puzzles on your route until you reach the cache of Poï'z, mischievous little geniuses. Ready, set, search!
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