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Bordeaux

A cultural city with historical sights

When you visit Bordeaux, you’re guaranteed to see a lot of lovely squares, statues and fountains. You can enjoy a wonderful glass of wine on a terrace by the banks of the Garonne River, or splash out on a dinner in one of the city’s many star restaurants. Wine connoisseurs will certainly want to visit a wine bar. You can go from one vineyard to the next by bicycle and the enthusiastic winegrowers will only be too happy to let you sample their wines. With Transavia Holidays, you can put together your own holiday. Book a flight or choose the freedom of a rental car. Whether you prefer a luxury hotel or more modest accommodation, the choice is all yours. Pack your suitcases and enjoy the wonderful city of Bordeaux.

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Walk through an open-air museum

Make sure you have your camera at the ready! Wander through the wonderful old city and check out the city’s famous landmark, Place de la Bourse. This square on the banks of the Garonne River is flanked by impressive buildings. In this square you will see the Fontaine des Trois Grâces and also Miroir d’eau, a reflecting pool that is a spectacular sight. If you like photography, Bordeaux is the right place for you. Another sight that you simply cannot miss is the Grand Théâtre. It is one of the city’s most stunning buildings, both from the outside and on the inside. The gold trimming and blue painting gives the ceilings a magical appearance.

“You’ll enjoy history and culture in Bordeaux, accompanied by tasty food and a good glass of wine. It’s a perfect combination.”

Soak up culture in Bordeaux

If you want to dive deeper into history, visit one of the numerous museums in Bordeaux. At Musée d'Aquitaine, you can explore the region’s history and see objects from Roman times. If you love art, you should visit the CAPC museum. You’ll also enjoy Palais Gallien. This amphitheatre is Bordeaux’s oldest relic from the past where gladiators used to battle with wild animals. This impressive structure is dilapidated but the rounded arches give a good impression of the ancient Roman architecture.

The very best wine

Your city break to Bordeaux will not be complete if you do not sample the local wines. It’s not a problem if you’re a beginner, you can go to a wine tasting! Not only will you get to try a variety of wines, but you’ll also learn to recognise different flavours and analyse colours. It means you’ll know exactly which wines go best with which dishes. Alternatively, why not spend a day picking grapes with a winegrower? This is an unforgettable experience and also very pleasurable. Once you’ve picked some grapes, you’ll be given full information about how to make wine and naturally you’ll be able to sample a few wines too! If you’re still not tired of your favourite drink, round off the day in a wine barrel. Near to the vineyards of Saint Emilion, you can find two huge wine casks which are normally used as fermentation barrels. These original wine casks have been transformed into a guesthouse and provide a unique experience.