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Le Pas des Aigles is situated in a very peaceful, rural setting and a 20 minute walk from the village of Saugon, with butcher, baker, grocer, café and church.  

An ideal all year round base for touring the southwest of France. We are within driving distance of the superb Atlantic coast as well as being convenient for the cities of Bordeaux and Cognac and their surrounding vineyards - Blaye, Bourg, Médoc and St Emilion.  The prestigious styles of wines copied around the world - not always successfully! 

The nearest large town is Blaye (15 kms away) which is situated on the Gironde estuary.  It has a famous citadel, hypermarket, numerous restaurants and a daily car ferry to the Médoc.  In the heart of one of France's main wine producing regions there are literally hundreds of local châteaux, the nearest being 1km away. 

Bordeaux is easily accessible by car or train (nearest railway station 11kms) and it is well worth a visit.  It has something for everyone, from designer shops to historic buildings, parks and restaurants.  There is a new walkway which takes you along the rejuvenated banks of the Garonne, which is traffic free and safe for kids.  The efficient new tram system whisks you from the excellent value 'park and ride'  just off the motorway right to the centre of the action.

The Atlantic beaches include the 'surfer's paradise' at Carcans and Lacanau or the seafood and dunes of Arcachon - all south of the Gironde estuary.  On the north side are the sandy beaches of St-George-de-Didonne and Royan (the capital of the Cote de Beauté), a little town with a busy, working harbour and marina.  The market and modern church being particular attractions.

Bordeaux International airport is only a 45 minutes drive away and the Atlantic beaches are one hour away.

The historic town of Blaye is a 15 minute drive from Saugon.

Blaye is famous for two things - it's citadel which overlooks the Gironde and it's wine, the "Premieres Côtes de Blaye".  Red, white and rosé wines of Bordeaux from the right bank of the estuary. 

Blaye already had an economic and an important strategic position in the gallo-Roman time but it was during the reign of Louis XIV, with the construction in 1689 of the citadel by military engineer Vauban, that it became what it is today. 

The citadel of Blaye has a spectacular view over the Gironde estuary.  You can get a feel of the town by strolling through the streets and you will get a full appreciation of its position, overlooking the Gironde, by walking around the walls.  An orientation table is located on the top of the keep. There is a wide panoramic view of the estuary overlooking the sea, the eastern part of the citadel and the Porte Royale.

Town of Blaye provides entertainment and a wonderful market every Saturday and Wednesday.

There is also a ferry (BAC) from the town to the other side of the Gironde Estuary, home to the famous Medoc wines and great surfing. 

“Les Lacs de Moulin Blanc” are situated only a 5 minute drive from the gites on the way to St Savin.

You will find there a fishing lake and the only swimming lake in the Haute Gironde.  Spend a pleasant day in the shade of the pines whilst the kids play in the water, make sandcastles on the beach, or make friends in the playground.  The lake has a lifeguard in July and August and there are changing and toilet facilities by the parking area.

The “Cap33”, a programme organised by the council, has various activities on offer in the high season, including beach volley, beach soccer, water games and archery.  Also available on the site are pony rides and pedalos. Nearby, the "Nat & A" or nature and adventure park offers zip wires, paintball and other activities.

The lake has a popular restaurant (closed Mondays) with a terrace overlooking the water. 

There are many fishing lakes in the area and this one is the closest.  Tourist and other short term permits are available at the tabac in St Christoly.

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