Pilgrims and Wine: A Self-Guided Tour of Saint Émilion’s Secrets

Overview

Saint-Émilion rises from a limestone plateau where medieval pilgrims once sought miracles and modern visitors hunt down the perfect glass of wine. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll find out how an 8th century hermit’s cave became the foundation for Europe’s most extraordinary underground church and the world’s first UNESCO World Heritage wine region. The tour starts at the iconic Monolithic Church of Saint-Emilion, a cathedral-sized hollow carved directly into the cliff, where you’ll trace the area’s evolution from a spiritual retreat to a prosperous medieval commune. You'll also Saint-Émilion Collegial Catholic Church at Saint-Émilion, where canons once lived, prayed, and shaped the town’s spiritual life. I’ll show you about Saint-Émilion’s dual identity, with over 800 wineries occupying the same terroir that sustained medieval monasteries. The tour ends at the peaceful ruins of the Cloître des Cordeliers, where sparkling wine ages in limestone caves three kilometers deep.

Itinerary

1. Chateau Ausone

   You’ll catch a glimpse of Château Ausone, a prestigious Saint-Émilion estate renowned for its exceptional Bordeaux wines. Please note that admission to the château and any tastings or activities are not included in this tour.

   · Non-stop passage

2. La Tour du Chateau du Roy

   You’ll pass by the Tour du Roy, a historic stone tower in Saint-Émilion once used for defensive and ceremonial purposes. Please note that admission to the tower is not included in this tour.

   · Non-stop passage

3. Couvent Des Jacobins

   You’ll pass by the Couvent des Jacobins, a historic Dominican convent in Saint-Émilion now known for its vineyard and wine production. Please note that admission to the convent and any related activities are not included in this tour.

   · Non-stop passage

4. Les Cordeliers

   You’ll catch a glimpse of the Cloître des Cordeliers, a former Franciscan monastery in Saint-Émilion now famed for its sparkling wines and peaceful gardens. Please note that admission and any related activities are not included in this tour.

   · Non-stop passage

How to use your ticket

Ticket handed over by the operator on site

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Meeting and end point

What to know before you go

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

Product code: 110804P980

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