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Citadel of Blaye

Blaye, France

History

A Vauban citadel on the east bank of the Gironde, free to walk around, with shops and views across the wide estuary. The Lamarque–Blaye car ferry crosses in about 25 minutes.

Nearest town
Blaye, France
Category
History & culture
GPS
45.1287, -0.6632

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Campsites nearby

  • Château Marquis de VaubanMotorhome stopover
    1 km from Citadel of Blaye · 30 pitches
    CaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposal
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  • Camping municipal GabarreysCampsite
    9 km from Citadel of Blaye · 58 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
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  • Aire de camping-car Saint-LaurentMotorhome stopover
    13 km from Citadel of Blaye · 7 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalFree
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  • Aire de camping-cars d’AzacMotorhome stopover
    14 km from Citadel of Blaye · 12 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalFree
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  • Aire Saint-Caprais-de-BlayeMotorhome stopover
    20 km from Citadel of Blaye · 9 pitches
    MotorhomesDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposalFree
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  • Camping Chez GendronCampsite
    21 km from Citadel of Blaye
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesShowersToilets
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