Tourism Saint-Émilion
Located in south-western France, not far from the Aquitaine coast, Saint-Emilion is at the heart of the Libourne region.
This medieval town has become a must-see tourist destination in the Gironde. From our 3-star campsite in the Dordogne, you’re just 30 km from Saint Emilion.
Campsite 35min from Saint-Émilion
Ideally located on the banks of the Isle river in the Périgord Blanc region, La Cigaline campsite offers you the chance to stay in an environment dominated by forests and ponds, while enjoying the proximity of France’s most famous vineyards: those of Bordeaux to the west, and Bergerac and Monbazillac to the southeast.
This location, at the crossroads of different regions, means you can look forward to a packed family vacation full of rich and varied discoveries!
The legendary village of Saint-Émilion is just a 35-minute drive from La Cigaline: an excursion not to be missed during your stay.
Enjoy the charm and liveliness of the medieval village, as well as visits to renowned wineries, including vineyard and winemaking tours, and a much-anticipated wine or grape juice tasting.
As you can see, our campsite near Saint Emilion has everything to seduce you.
Visit the Saint-Émilion vineyards
The first vineyard to be listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, Saint-Émilion has a long and rich history: its prosperity was confirmed in the 12th century, under the occupation of Jean Sans Terre, when the Jurade, responsible for guaranteeing the quality of the town’s wine production, was created.
Now world-renowned, Saint-Émilion’s red wines are renowned for their exceptional quality, and are classified into two main appellations: Saint-Émilion and Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, including the “grands crus classés”. The Maison du Vin in Saint-Émilion is an interactive museum, a wine school, a tasting room and the official wine store for the Saint-Emilion appellation.
Here you can choose from over 450 crus and vintages sold at estate prices. You can also take an estate tour to discover the wine-making process from vine to cellar, and taste and buy wines directly from the estate.
At the campsite near Saint-Emilion, the vineyards will become a real tourist attraction during your stay, so don’t wait any longer!
What to see and do on vacation in Saint-Émilion
At the heart of a classified vineyard landscape, Saint-Emilion is also a medieval village with an extraordinarily rich built heritage. Some of the sites not to be missed during your stay in Saint-Emilion are the intact Romanesque keep of the Tour du Roy, the underground monolithic church and its bell tower, the collegiate church and cloister of the Cordeliers, the Cardinal palace and the market hall.
Stroll through the old town to discover its many other treasures: fortified gates, mounds, cobbled streets and washhouses. Guided tours of the UNESCO city ensure you don’t miss a thing. Outside the village, a visit to the château with wine tasting is a must.
You can turn to those with the most impressive underground quarries, such as Châteaux Villemaurine and Franc Mayne, or to châteaux with the most remarkable architecture, such as Pressac or Faugeres. Saint-Émilion is also home to craftsmen, art galleries, wine merchants and a host of boutiques to simply stroll between!
Our campsite near Saint Emilion welcomes you and your family for your next vacation in south-west France.
Stay
near Saint-Emilion
When you stay at the 3-star La Cigaline campsite near Gironde, the must-visit village, whether you’re a wine lover or not, is Saint Emilion. Indeed, Saint Emilion’s location west of the Dordogne allows you to visit the many vineyards of the Bordeaux and Libourne regions.
Saint Emilion, Lalande de Pomerol, Pomerol, Puisseguin Saint Emilion and Fronsac are the most prestigious names. Saint Emilion is one of the most famous, and this village is well worth a visit for both its vineyards and its architectural heritage.Wander through the cobbled streets of this ancient medieval town and its remains.
Climb the 118 steps of the Tour du Roy dungeon and discover the underground monolithic church.
For gift ideas and souvenirs, you’ll find delicious Bordeaux cannelés and macaroons in the village’s small boutiques.
the surrounding area of the Dordogne campsite
