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Information about Bordeaux
Trip Preparation
Customs / Visa
European EU citizens can travel to France with an identity card or passport. Travellers from outside the European Union must have a valid passport for the border.
Climate
Situated in south west France on the river Garonne. The Bordeaux region is said to have an oceanic climate although it has warm summers and Fairley mild winters. The rainfall during summer stops it being classified as a Mediterranean climate.
Language
As in the rest on France, French is the main language, but you will find people that speak English. There is also a sizable part of the population from Italy, Spain, Portugal and Turkey.
European EU citizens can travel to France with an identity card or passport. Travellers from outside the European Union must have a valid passport for the border.
Climate
Situated in south west France on the river Garonne. The Bordeaux region is said to have an oceanic climate although it has warm summers and Fairley mild winters. The rainfall during summer stops it being classified as a Mediterranean climate.
Language
As in the rest on France, French is the main language, but you will find people that speak English. There is also a sizable part of the population from Italy, Spain, Portugal and Turkey.
Country and People
Customs / Culture
As one of the most famous wine producing regions in the world. Wine and food forms a large part of the culture in this area. Although the city has a long history, which is reflected in its architecture, the large student population means the city has a lively feeling.
For reference most shops are closed on Sundays and Bank holidays.
Religion
The main religion in the area is Catholicism, followed by Protestants and Muslims.
As one of the most famous wine producing regions in the world. Wine and food forms a large part of the culture in this area. Although the city has a long history, which is reflected in its architecture, the large student population means the city has a lively feeling.
For reference most shops are closed on Sundays and Bank holidays.
Religion
The main religion in the area is Catholicism, followed by Protestants and Muslims.
Getting Around
Airports/ Car rental
Bordeaux has an international airport; Aéroport de Bordeaux Mérignac located 8km from the city center. Hire cars can be easily rented from the airport and main train station.
Public Transport
The city is well connected by public transport. From the main train station you can reach Paris in 3 hours via high speed train, connecting with trains to the major European cities and the Eurostar to London. There are also many regional trains that tourists can take advantage of to get around the region.
Public transport within the city consists of trams, buses (including night buses), an electric bus shuttle and boats on the river.
Taxis are widely available in the city from one of the taxi ranks.
Bordeaux has an international airport; Aéroport de Bordeaux Mérignac located 8km from the city center. Hire cars can be easily rented from the airport and main train station.
Public Transport
The city is well connected by public transport. From the main train station you can reach Paris in 3 hours via high speed train, connecting with trains to the major European cities and the Eurostar to London. There are also many regional trains that tourists can take advantage of to get around the region.
Public transport within the city consists of trams, buses (including night buses), an electric bus shuttle and boats on the river.
Taxis are widely available in the city from one of the taxi ranks.
Discover and Enjoy
Latest version edited by Fran Davis
EventsThe city holds lots of festivals and events throughout the year including:
January - Salon des Antiquaires – antiques fair.
February – International show jumping.
March - Escale du Livre- well renowned book fair.
April - Bordeaux Spring Fair.
May- Nuit des Musées – Museems are open for free.
July - Bastille Day.
November – Autumn fair.
December – Bi Annual car festival.
Culinary Specialities
Probably the most important thing to mention here is the wine. The area produces about 850 million bottles of wine every year. The area produces a range of wines from everyday wines to some of the world’s most expensive bottles. The area has 5 premier Cru red wines. Both red and white wines are generally made from a combination of grapes including: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit verdot, and Malbec .
Of course to accompany the famous wines Bordeaux offers a range of foods and fine dining. The most well know speciality is perhaps the Bordelaise sauce, made with red wine and shallots. Often eaten with steaks. Lamb and sea food are found on most menus inn the city’s restaurants. Oysters, may not be something to everyone’s taste, but are worth trying on a visit to the area.
Sights
The city has many museums and buildings displaying fine architecture. The Musée des Beaux Arts is one of the most beautiful painting galleries in France. The botanical gardens of Bordeaux are also worth a visit. The main shopping street in the city, Rue Sainte-Catherine is the place to be seen. This pedestrian zone is full on shops cafes and bars.
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Hotel reviews for hotels in Bordeaux
After booking I read all the hotel comments and was not sure if I made the right decision. The reception was very nice and breakfast was perfekt. I do not know what people execpt from a French hotel with this standard.
typical French standard and everything what you need
very nice employees and were very helpful
please note that the restaurant is closed on weekends
This was the only negative point. The hotel is not in the city center of Bordeaux but with the public transporation (station in ... Read more
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Raphaela, Age 36-40, Solo/single
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