By the time you walk into Le Barp, your feet will feel heavy, but your mind will be empty and calm. That’s what this day does to you. You started among the stones of Bordeaux and you end in a village in the middle of the forest.
There are hardly any hills, and the road is almost completely flat. The hard part is the distance: around 37 kilometres, more than 9 hours of walking. First you work your way out of the city, then the pine forest takes over. Straight paths, plenty of shade, very little variety. It’s peaceful, but also monotonous. It asks for patience, not strength.
So start early, especially if you plan to take breaks. That way you’ll walk into Le Barp in daylight.