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Welcome to Saint-Vivien-de-Médoc, young adventurers! Ready to explore the hidden treasures of this charming commune? A short, fun itinerary awaits you, specially designed to arouse your curiosity and help you discover the secrets of Saint-Vivien-de-Médoc. Before starting your adventure, drop in to the Tourist Office to pick up your explorer's booklet. This fun guide will take you through the narrow streets and emblematic buildings of the commune, with questions and riddles to solve at each stage. Once you've written down all your answers, come back to the Tourist Office to check your answers and, if you've got it right, a reward will be waiting for you!
Let's get started! The tour starts at the Tourist Office! From the Tourist Office, head towards the church and walk around it to the apse, the semi-circular part opposite the bell tower. Question: How many stained glass windows are there in this apse?
Plus de détailsTake the Cours du Docteur Jacques Noël on your right. Stop at number 23. Question : This building was once used by a farrier. What animal head can you see on the façade?
Plus de détailsKeep going and stop at the crossroads with Impasse Gauvin. The building you can see here is the local village hall, where a number of events are held. Question: Look closely at the building. What do you see written on its façade?
Plus de détailsGo to 25 cours Pierre Lassalle. The building opposite you originally had a special function. Question : What was its role?
Plus de détailsNow go around the fire and rescue centre and cross the René Véluzan stadium. Walk along the basketball court to reach the small gate that will allow you to leave the stadium. Turn right onto Avenue Lazare Carnot and stop at the gymnasium. Question: From here you can see the steeple of the church of Saint-Vivien-de-Médoc. How high do you think it is?
Plus de détailsNow head back towards the Place du 11 Novembre to look at the Virgin Mary, erected in 1876. Question: What part(s) of her body are missing?
Plus de détailsOne of the biggest markets in the area has been held here all year round on Wednesday mornings for over 100 years. In summer, the artists' market also takes place here on Sunday mornings. It is nicknamed the ‘Little Montmartre’. Question: Before returning to the Tourist Office, could you find the coat of arms of Saint-Vivien-de-Médoc among the following 3?
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- Pets are welcome
There is nothing like a good walk to recharge your batteries! Come and enjoy the hiking trails, itineraries and marked trails. Breathe in the fresh air of the nature reserves, take the path to Soulac-sur-Mer or take a walk through the Médoc vineyards, just follow the guide!