Bordeaux

Bordeaux

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Bordeaux		Le Bouscat at 3.4 km
Insee code	33063		Talence at 4 km
Postcode	33300		Bègles at 4 km
Latitude	44.8377890		Floirac at 4.1 km
Longitude	-0.5791800		Cenon at 4.4 km
Altitude	From 1 to 42 meters		Artigues-près-Bordeaux at 5.1 km
Surface	49.36 km²		Pessac at 5.4 km
Population	235178 inhabitants		Bruges at 5.6 km
Density	4778 inhabitants/km²		Mérignac at 6.1 km
National labels			Lormont at 6.5 km
Department	Gironde		Bouliac at 6.5 km
Region	Aquitaine		Search another town

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Great city of history and trading, Bordeaux enjoys both an amazing architectural heritage and the friendliness characteristic of commercial cities. Designed by the centuries, it alternates facades and sumptuous buildings, the quaint shops and gardens Carthusian bourgeois revisited cellars and warehouses, new facilities and buildings for architects. If his metamorphosis Bordeaux treats his pace, swallowing its facades, creating new green spaces, by illuminating monuments, by choosing a streetcar powered by the ground, she does not forget the irreplaceable value of businesses proximity of the open-air markets, venues and sports associations and recreational areas and pedestrian paths.

On June 28, 2007, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has included Bordeaux, Port of the Moon on the World Heritage List under exceptional urban ensemble. The distinction of this vast area of 1810 hectares is a first. The World Heritage Committee of UNESCO had never honored an urban complex of this magnitude.

• Emblematic places of the city: the Place de la Bourse (palace, fountain and reflecting pool), the Esplanade des Quinconces (Monument aux Girondins, rostral columns and colossal statues of Montaigne and Montesquieu), Parliament Square (facades and fountain), Place de la Comedie (Bordeaux opera, a masterpiece of European architecture), Place Pey Berland (Palace, and Cathedral School) ...
• Proposed activities:

• Guided heritage registered to UNESCO
• Visit the port by boat
• Introduction to wine tasting Bordeaux
• Workshops tasting wine Bordeaux

• Bordeaux the River Festival (odd years)
• Antiques Fair (January / October)
• Jumping International (February)
• The call of the Book (April)
• International Fair Bordeaux (May)
• International Rowing Regatta (May)
• Cinema concerts (May / June)
• The Epicuriales (June)
• Bordeaux Wine Festival (even years in June)
• Storytelling Festival (June)
• Jazz Festival (June / November)
• Festival of Gardens (June)
• Market Creators (June)
• Golf International Open (June)
• International Organ Festival (July / August)
• Summer Music Festival (July)
• Cycling Criterium International (Summer)
• Tennis Open Gaz de France (September)
• Novartis (November) shows contemporary multidisciplinary

... nearly 60 major international events

• Sightseeing in the vineyards with tastings
• Cruises on the River with lunch

The front of the dock (Photo credit: T. Sanson)		The stone bridge (Credit: F. Poincet)
The Grand Theater Bordeaux (Credit: F. Poincet)		door Cailhau (Credit: F. Poincet )
A former Dominican convent (Credit: F. Poincet)		Pey Berland tower, tower of the cathedral (Credit: F. Poincet)

Tuesday 14 February Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 6°C

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. -4°C - Max. 6°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. -1°C - Max. 9°C

Le Bateau Lavoir Le Bouscat Le Bateau Lavoir. Is the culmination of two great careers in luxury hotels and catering. Valerie and Laurent Costes enfn have realized their dream, creating a place harmoniously blending... Located 3.1 km from Bordeaux From 40 € to 65 € per person

La Table de Ken Mérignac In a cozy lounge very ken table offers a menu full of enticing flavors granted the pleasure of the Chief. Whether it's menus: ocean, land and sea or the map or the menu discovery, seduced... Located 6.7 km from Bordeaux From 25 € to 60 € per person

Espace Tillac Le JB Ambarès-et-Lagrave Restaurant open all year. For lunch every day. The evening from Thursday to Saturday (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday by appointment only) - refined and inventive cuisine prepared by Jacques... Located 10.9 km from Bordeaux From 25 € to 55 € per person

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Les seraphines     8.3 Bordeaux A few steps from the tram, from the heart of city, its monuments and restaurants, in a quiet street, Les Seraphines welcome you. Our house, offers you in the business district Mériadeck,... Located in Bordeaux From 93 € to 98 € the double room

Bordeaux Cosy B&B   Bordeaux Bordeaux also called typical home shop located in Bordeaux. Put your car in our garage and enjoy the city and its surroundings on foot, by tram or bike. 4 guest rooms including 1 suite.... Located in Bordeaux From 60 € to 90 € the double room

La Halte Montaigne     9.5 Bordeaux 5 rooms of charm ideally situated in the center of Bordeaux, including 2 bedroom suites. Contemporary decor done by an artist from Bordeaux. Equipped kitchen at your dipostion. Patio... Located in Bordeaux From 70 € to 90 € the double room

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Bordeaux Tondu Bordeaux 3 charming apartments for 2 to 4 people with all modern comforts, located in the city center 5 minutes from the cathedral, in a building private, quiet, easy parking, terminal velo... Located in Bordeaux From 390 € to 430 € per week

Git'Inn Bordeaux Bordeaux Discover the charm of this beautiful renovated apartment located in the heart of Old Bordeaux on a pedestrian street in the inner city, Saint James, at the foot of the Great Bell. It... Located in Bordeaux From 380 € to 480 € per week

Appartement meublé avec terrasse privati Bordeaux Ideally located, Very peaceful, Tastefully decorated, large terrace of 8m², completely renovated, near a large park, the town center, the docks of Bordeaux. Bed linen and towels pr... Located in Bordeaux 550 € per week

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Grand Hotel de Bordeaux & Spa      8.9 Bordeaux Directly opposite the Grand Theatre, this 5-star hotel is in the heart of the historic centre of Bordeaux. It offers a concierge service, gourmet restaurants and a 1000m² spa and wellness... Located in Bordeaux Room from 232 €

Hotel Continental      7.7 Bordeaux Hotel Continental has a warm atmosphere and central location in the heart of Bordeaux. It offers comfortable rooms, free breakfast buffet, free Wi-Fi, welcome drink and a lunch box.... Located in Bordeaux Room from 86 €

Quality Hotel Sainte Catherine Bordeaux      8.7 Bordeaux The Quality Hotel Sainte Catherine Bordeaux is located near the lively Saint Pierre district, surrounded by restaurants and boutiques. It offers modern rooms with red and white tones... Located in Bordeaux Room from 94 €

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