20 Unmissable Attractions in Bordeaux
Welcome to Bordeaux! A city with such an amazing quality of life, so many places to visit and lots of hidden gems to discover; you’re sure have a wonderful time. Get your camera ready, here are the 20 attractions you should definitively visit during your trip in Bordeaux.
1. Porte Cailhau
Architectural Landmark, Historical Landmark
The Porte Cailhau is one of the city’s gates and commemorates King Charles VII’s victory over the Italians at Fornoue. This defensive gate from the Middle Ages offers a sublime panorama of the docks.
2. Saint André Cathedral
Cathedral, Church
Located on Place Pey Berland, the Saint André Cathedral is Bordeaux’s biggest religious edifice. Since 1998, it was recognized as a UNESCO’s Monument Historique.
3. La Cité du Vin
Wine Seller, European
La Cité du Vin is a unique venue in the Baccalan neighborhood – devoted to wine tastings and cultural events around wine.
4. Jacques Chaban Delmas Bridge
Bridge
Finished in 2013, the Jacques Chaban Delmas Bridge is a drawbridge that will certainly surprise you for its astonishing architecture. It is ideal for a romantic walk at night and to enjoy the outstanding view over the Garonne river.
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