BORDEAUX
An outstanding architectural heritage, great wines, and fantastic shopping
Welcom to bordeaux, listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO
Located 1 hour from Paris by plane and 3 hours by TGV high speed train, the Bordeaux area has 750,000 inhabitants. The capital of Southwest France, Bordeaux features exceptional 18th century architecture complemented by tasteful and harmonious urban development. The city is also recognised for its gastronomy, wines, and elegant shops – all a stone's thrown from the world's most prestigious wine country!

Two-thousand years of History, and many sites monuments to see
Nicknamed "Le Petit Paris" in the 18th century, Bordeaux has preserved much of its architectural heritage, and its prestigious monuments are now sumptuously floodlit at night. Thanks to the beauty and unity of style of Bordeaux's buildings, the city was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The Tourist Office invites you to discover the city, its museums, historic sites, and monuments on tours given by bilingual guides.

An enviable lifestyle
While Bordeaux is admired around the world for its vineyards and fine wines, the local gastronomy is also well worth discovering. Furthermore, did you know that Bordeaux has a number of shops offering all the top French luxury brands: Vuitton, Hermès, Cartier, Chanel, Dior, Givenchy, Lacroix, Saint-Laurent, etc.? This is also part of the Bordeaux art of living!

An outstanding location
Less than one hour away by car:

• The wine country, with its historic châteaux and medieval villages, such as Saint-Émilion, a thousand year old town, whose vineyards are also a UNESCO World Heritage Site,
• A string of lakes in the heart of the largest pine forest in Europe, surrounded by outstanding golf courses and spas (thalasso therapy and vino therapy) for a relaxing, healthy holiday,
• The Atlantic Ocean and its sandy beaches overlooked by the tallest dune in Europe.

WHAT’S ON...

The week end of grands amateurs
2009 – May 16 to 17
The Weekend des Grands Amateurs is devoted to people who love the Grands Crus of Bordeaux and wish to taste them in the world capital of wine. This weekend features an extraordinary tasting of over 100 Grands Crus as well as dinners at famous châteaux with the owner and a unique wine tourism opportunity.
The Week-End des Grands Amateurs is a wonderful way of unlocking the secrets of the great wines of Bordeaux, meeting the people who make them, and enjoying an eminently pleasurable experience!
http://www.wga-ugcb.com

Bordeaux river festival
2009 – June 20 and 21
People who love wine, food, and culture are able to share these pleasures on the banks of the Garonne, in an atmosphere of celebration and conviviality.
www.bordeaux-fete-le-fleuve.com

SPECIAL OFFERS

Bordeaux Discovery Package
2009 – January 1 to December 31
2 nights from 98€ per person, including breakfast a guided tour of Bordeaux, a guided tour in the vineyard, free access to sites, monuments and museums, free travel on urban public transportation lines, free bottle of wine, free wine tasting per person, free glass of Champagne per person, and option car park (transportation to and from Bordeaux, meals, and all others services not included)

Hôtel 2* from 98 euros
Hôtel 3*from 134 euros
Hôtel 4* from 205 euros
Hôtel 4* from 402 euros
Bed& Breakfast from 205 euros
Guesthouse furnished from 98 euros
http://www.bordeaux-tourisme.com
Office de Tourisme de Bordeaux / 12 cours du XXX juillet F 33000 BORDEAUX / 33 5 56 00 66 00 / 33 5 56 00 66 01 / bvg@bordeaux-tourisme.com
http://www.bordeaux-tourisme.com

Transport Partner
Eurostar

Home of delicious wine, sun and beautiful landscapes, Bordeaux is easy to connect to with the Eurostar taking you direct to Paris and connections available on local regional trains from there, all from just £99 return.
For more information, visit eurostar.com