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Erin & Alex

September 19, 2025

Erin & Alex

September 19, 2025

Things to Do

Saint-Émilion, France

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Saint-Émilion is a medieval village in the Bordeaux wine region of France that dates back to the 8th century. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its world-famous wineries, several Michelin star restaurants, architecture, and monuments. 


Eglise Monolithe de Saint-Emilion

Picture of Eglise Monolithe de Saint-Emilion
Place du Marche, 33330 Saint-Emilion France Reach
The monolithic church is an underground religious building dug at the beginning of the 12th century in impressive proportions (38m long and 12m high)
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Cloître des Cordeliers Winery

Picture of Cloître des Cordeliers Winery
2 bis Rue de la Porte-Brunet, 33330 Saint-Emilion France Reach
The Cordeliers Cloister site is famous for its underground tunnels and the making of sparkling wine!

Wine

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You will be in Bordeaux, wine country so be sure to see a few of the many beautiful wineries surrounding Saint Emilion! There are several options for individual, part day, or full day wine tours! Take a look online for a tour that fits your preferences.

Wineries

Château Cantenac

Château Laniote

Chateau Guadet

Château Coutet

Château Montlabert

Tours

Small Group Tour

https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g187079-d13816244-Saint_Emilion_Wine_Tour_Half_Day-Bordeaux_Gironde_Nouvelle_Aquitaine.html


Electric Bike Wine Tasting Tour

https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g187079-d13225400-Saint_Emilion_Electric_Bike_Day_Tour_with_Wine_Tastings_Lunch-Bordeaux_Gironde_Nou.html


3 Wineries Tour

https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g488277-d24024402-Visit_and_Tasting_Chateau_Saint_Georges_Cote_Pavie_Grand_Cru_Classe-Saint_Emilion_.html

Restaurants

Pizzéria du Vieux Lavoir- pizza inside a cave
Comptoir des Arte
Chai Pascal
L'Envers du Decor
Les trois fontaines
Sous la Robe - Wine Lounge *open late*
La Côte Braisée

Local Events

Heritage Fest Saturday 20-21!

Jurade torchlight parade programme:
- 5.30pm to 11pm: Free musical entertainment, small fountain, large fountain, Monolith Church square and Bell Tower square

- From 8pm: video show/projection mapping at Monolith Church square

- 10:15 p.m.: Jurade torchlight procession through the city's narrow streets

- 10:45 p.m.: Presentation of the Jurade at the Tour du Roy

- 11 p.m.: Grand sound and light show ‘Mille ans encore’ (A Thousand Years More) with fireworks from the Tour du Roy

https://www.saint-emilion-tourisme.com/en/