Visit the South of France – Head to Bordeaux
The next time you book a trip to France, make sure you go on holiday to Bordeaux. Found in the South West of France in the region of Aquitaine, you will have a great holiday here as there is a lot to see and do in this port city.
Accommodation in Bordeaux - Hit the Wine Regions!
As the city of Bordeaux is also known as the global wine capital, you should definitely plan a tour of a vineyard or a wine tasting class during your stay in Bordeaux accommodation. With various vineyards to choose from, the Bordeaux 360 is one of the more popular as the tour guides here have had expertise in the wine region for years and you even get to sample some of the popular wines produced here! Head to the Bordeaux Magnum, a wine shop and pick yourself up a bottle or two to take back to your holiday apartment. The Côte d'Or region in France also produces many wines so if you wish to visit further vineyards for your next holiday, plan a trip here! Although Germany is developing in the wine stakes, Bordeaux is still the king!
Holiday homes in Bordeaux - Explore the other sights of the city
A holiday here is perfect for those who enjoy beach holidays. The beaches and coastline rivals that of Saint Tropez here! As the coastline is just over an hour away, why not rent a car and drive over and enjoy the beautiful French sunshine! The beaches here are magnificent with their golden sands in Lacanau and Lanton and overlooking the beautiful, clear waters of Bay of Biscay, you will feel like you are in your own paradise! Or why not take a day trip south to Basque Country and see all that picturesque Saint Jean de Luz has to offer? If you would prefer to remain in the city, make sure you hit the high street here as the shops and boutiques here offer great outlets so make sure you purchase something to remember your great trip to Bordeaux. Afterwards, why not head to one of the many restaurants in the city and try the local cuisine. Everything from basil salmon terrine to the various French soups or the wonderful French cheeses with a warm baguette can be found in the streets. Enjoy this wonderful place with a holiday home in Bordeaux!
Delights for the palate in Bordeaux
Wine connoisseurs are probably not surprised that the university city of Bordeaux also has its own wine school, the École du Vin de Bordeaux. During an evening at the wine institute, you can taste the fine wines from the region and learn how to enjoy wine with all your senses.
On Sundays, the Marché Colbert market takes place on the Quai des Chartrons. In addition to delicious delicacies from the Bordeaux area, you can also sample exquisite oysters from the Bay of Arcachon there.
The classicism in Bordeaux
In Bordeaux, about 5,000 houses can be assigned to classicism. You can study the architectural style particularly impressively at the almost mile-long row of houses on Quai Richelieu. The defining characteristic of classicist architecture is perfect symmetry. In addition to the Place de la Bourse, you can also marvel at these at the Place de la Comédie, where the old Palais Bordelais is reflected in the façade of the opera house.
Another characteristic of neoclassical urbanism are dead-straight streets. You can enjoy a magnificent overview of Bordeaux's street network from the 374-foot-high tower of the Basilica of St. Michel. The citizens of Bordeaux also call it Flèche (arrow) because of its free-standing shape.
The sights of Bordeaux
Place Royale - Place de la Bourse
In 1730, the remodeling of the city began at Place Royale, once dedicated to King Louis XV. Today, the magnificent square, renamed Place de la Bourse, with its neoclassical perimeter buildings, looks like a fairy-tale theater setting.
Miroir d'eau
If you look from the banks of the Garonne to the Place de la Bourse, you can see one and the same facade in quadruplicate. Indeed, in the fountain called Miroir d'eau by the Bordelais, the fronts of the old stock exchange and the former customs office, built symmetrically to it, are reflected
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Opera of Bordeaux
The opera house of Bordeaux - Le Grand Théâtre - was built in 1780 in the historic center of the city. Its glass-domed foyer and double-flight staircase were models for the later construction of the Paris Opera.
Cathedral of St-André
The origins of the Gothic Cathedral of St-André date back to the 3rd century. The most beautiful view of the church, which at the time was only a makeshift for a masterpiece that was not realized due to lack of funds, can be enjoyed from its bell tower.
Garonne Bridge Pont de Pierre
The Pont de Pierre (stone bridge) spans the nearly 1640 feet wide Garonne River in 17 arches. Commissioned by Emperor Napoleon, it was initially completed in wood in 1822 and remained the only bridge over the river until 1965.
What are the most popular accommodations in Bordeaux?
The most in-demand accommodations in Bordeaux are apartment rental and bed and breakfast rental. With 126 offers in Bordeaux, we always find the perfect accommodation for you.
What does it cost to rent a holiday home in Bordeaux?
Prices start at just £70 per night. Most bed and breakfast rental in Bordeaux are 31 m² and apartment rental are 66 m².
Do you offer pet-friendly apartment rental in Bordeaux?
When travelling with your dog in Bordeaux, condo are recommended. These are the most common type of pet-friendly accommodations and cost an average of £102 per night.
Do you also offer accommodations that are suitable for groups in Bordeaux ?
We have a great range of accommodations for groups in Bordeaux. On average, the apartment rental has space for 4 guests.