The fortress of Blaye was built by Vauban in the 17th Century. King of France Louis XIV wanted to protect the city of Bordeaux from a possible attack. Therefore, Vauban decided to improve the medieval fortifications and in order to completely close the estuary, he also built Fort Pâté on an island facing the Citadel of Blaye and Fort Médoc on the opposite bank. These three forts and the Vauban's system of defence are listed as World Heritage by the UNESCO.
The citadel is always a good idea, to walk along the streets and meet the artists, walk around the shops and take a break in a restaurant. Do not hesitate to follow one of our guides to really understand the history of the Citadel and enter into the underground.
Guided tours of the citadel through the underground passages every day, except December 25 and January 1. Departure at 2:30 p.m. in February, November and December. In March, April, May, October, until June 18 and from September 20, departure at 2:30 p.m. every day + a departure at 4:00 p.m. on weekends and bank holidays. From June 19 to September 19, departures at 11 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Téléphone : +33 5 57 42 12 09
From the 7th of July (except from the 14th to the 18th of July) to the 22nd of August
Daily at 11am (only inside the citadel of Blaye), 2:15 pm, and 3:45 pm + 5:15 pm in August
Téléphone : +33 5 57 42 12 09
Téléphone : +33 5 57 42 12 09
Open year round
Téléphone : +33 5 57 42 94 20
Open year round, by reservation only.
1 March to 28 November, Monday to Friday, 10-11 am
Téléphone : +33 5 57 42 12 09
Téléphone : +33 5 57 42 12 09
Téléphone : +33 5 57 42 80 96
