LOVELEC 33: electric bike hire to explore the Gironde from the Domaine du Dahu

Discovering the Gironde by electric bike is undoubtedly the finest way to take the pulse of this region: you ride to the rhythm of the vines, you stop as the villages tempt you, you follow the Dordogne without hurrying. During your stay at the Domaine du Dahu, in Sablons, the ideal partner for this adventure is LOVELEC 33, a specialist in electrically assisted bike hire in Libourne and across the Gironde. The great advantage: the bikes can be booked and delivered directly to the estate, so you can set off on your adventure first thing in the morning with no logistical hassle.

Electric bikes designed for rides in the Gironde

LOVELEC 33 provides quality electrically assisted bikes, built to ride long distances comfortably. Their long range makes it possible to plan real days of exploration without fear of a flat battery, even on the longest routes. The electric assistance smooths out the difficulties of the terrain — the slopes of the Libournais are no longer an obstacle — and makes a ride accessible to everyone, whatever their fitness level.

Several bike sizes are available, so that every member of the group finds a suitable ride, and accessories complete the equipment: everything is provided to make the outing comfortable and safe. Whether you are a couple on a romantic getaway or a group of friends, the formula adapts easily to your programme.

Bikes delivered directly to the Domaine du Dahu

This is the asset that changes everything for holidaymakers: there is no need to travel into town to collect your equipment. LOVELEC 33 offers delivery of the bikes directly to the estate. You book in advance, the bikes are waiting for you on site, and all that is left to do is climb into the saddle as you step out of your floating chalet. At the end of the hire, returning the bikes is just as simple.

For a stay at the Domaine du Dahu, this guarantees smooth organisation: you enjoy the calm of the lake in the morning, set off to explore the region in the afternoon, and return in the evening to the serenity of the water. No car to load, no pointless trips back and forth — just the pleasure of riding.

Tourist routes at the heart of the vineyards

LOVELEC 33 also offers tourist routes, to be ridden independently or accompanied by a guide. It is a chance to discover the Gironde at its very best:

• The vineyards of the Libournais, with their rows of vines as far as the eye can see and their human-scale estates.
• The villages full of character, including Saint-Émilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to be discovered along the country lanes.
• The banks of the Dordogne, perfect for a peaceful ride along the water, in the shade of the trees.

Riding independently, you follow your own rhythm and improvise your stops; with a guide, you benefit from a local perspective and anecdotes about the terroir. In either case, the electric bike lets you cover good distances while keeping the energy to enjoy your visits.

The electric bike, the ideal activity during your stay

The location of the Domaine du Dahu makes it an ideal starting point for a day on the bike. Sablons is less than 40 minutes from Bordeaux, about 20 minutes from Libourne and less than 25 minutes from Saint-Émilion: from the estate, vineyards, villages and the banks of the Dordogne are all within riding distance. The electric bike is an activity that appeals to the widest range of people — couples on a getaway, families, groups of friends — and combines perfectly with a nature stay beside the lake.

To plan your visit, discover our floating chalets and, if you are organising a weekend with friends, our article on ideas for a hen or stag activity in the Gironde is full of suggestions to pair with a bike outing. A question about organising your stay? The estate team will reply via the contact page within 24 hours.

To find out which models are available, the delivery arrangements to the estate and the current prices, the best option is to contact LOVELEC 33 directly and book your bikes before your arrival.

Prices for LOVELEC 33 electric bike hire

As a guide, here are the hire rates offered by LOVELEC 33:

• Electric bike hire: from €29.
• Tapered rates depending on duration (half-day, full day, several days) — the longer the hire, the lower the daily rate.

These prices are given as a guide and are subject to change. For up-to-date prices and to book your bikes with delivery to the Domaine du Dahu, contact LOVELEC 33 directly.