Cestas offers a glimpse of life in the French countryside. The town is set on the Eau Bourde River and is surrounded by rolling vineyards and pine forests. Swim and sunbathe at hidden forest lakes and winery-hop around the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, or day trip to Bordeaux to visit museums, galleries and cultural attractions.
Things to do in Cestas
Even the smallest taverns and bistros in Cestas boast excellent wine lists. Expect to see wines from iconic Nouvelle-Aquitaine regions like Bordeaux. You’ll love the bold, complex reds with notes of red berries, cocoa and leather.
Cestas is an excellent base for wine tours around the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. Whether you’re an amateur or an aficionado, you’ll love visiting boutique vineyards and learning more about the centuries-old winemaking traditions.
The Church of Cestas towers over the town centre and features a decorative façade made from wood and bronze. It dates back to 1873 and boasts original stained-glass windows. The old town hall is another historic gem.
Spend the day exploring Parc Forestier du Lac Bleu, which is set around an emerald-green lake fringed by pine trees and ferns. Relax on the white-pebble beach, swim in the lake and enjoy a picnic in the shade. Fill your basket with local specialties like “ossau-iraty” sheep’s milk cheese, ruby-red strawberries and “pralines de blaye” almond candies. Don’t forget a bottle of Bordeaux wine.
Fast road and rail connections make it easy to sightsee in Bordeaux. Visit magnificent Cathédrale Saint-André built in the Gothic style and attend an opera recital at the lavish Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux. La Ciudad del Vino charts the long history of winemaking in the region.
Getting around Cestas
Cestas is easy to get around on foot or by bicycle. The town is a 30-minute drive from Bordeaux. Rental cars offer the freedom to explore the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region at your own pace. Bordeaux Airport is a 15-minute drive away.