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Bordeaux, in southwestern France, is renowned for its wine and elegant 18th-century architecture. The Place de la Bourse and its reflective Miroir d’eau are iconic landmarks, while the Cité du Vin offers a modern exploration of wine culture. Bordeaux’s riverside setting, culinary delights, and historic charm make it a captivating destination for gourmets and history buffs alike.

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Bordeaux train holidays

  • Along the Atlantic

    Bordeaux, Santander, San Sebastián

    Watch the sun rise as you dock into Santander on Spain’s north coast after a serene overnight sailing from Portsmouth.

  • Bay of Biscay

    Bordeaux, Biarritz, San Sebastián, Santander

    Sprawling beaches, failsafe surf and one of the best coastal food scenes around. Sit back on a cross-border journey around Biscay from France to Spain.

  • UNESCO Bordeaux

    Bordeaux

    Explore honey-hued streets, art museums and bustling wine bars. Take a day trip to the seaside, Europe's largest dune and the cool waters of the Arcachon Basin.

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  • Retro sidecar tour

    Traverse through Bordeaux’s vineyards and historic city in an authentic retro motorbike and sidecar, with the company of an expert tour guide.

  • River Garonne

    Bisecting Bordeaux, a leisurely stroll alongside the River Garonne (or a river cruise along it) takes you past the city’s main monuments, including the huge reflecting pool at Place de la Bourse.

  • Jardin Public

    Take a leisurely stroll around the Jardin Public, the public gardens of Bordeaux. The park was designed for locals as a green getaway from the inner city. Why not pack a picnic, hire a bike and make a day of it?

  • Musée d'Aquitaine

    Learn about the regional history of Bordeaux from the Iron Age through to the 21st century at the Musée d'Aquitaine.

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