Bordeaux bike tour "The Best of Bordeaux"

Overview

Accompanied by a real local guide, you will discover the most beautiful neighborhoods and monuments of the city, along a magnificent route of approximately 13km, perfectly secure and suitable for bicycles. The bikes provided are beautiful Beach Cruisers that are super comfortable and perfect for the city. Our groups are limited to 10 people to ensure maximum comfort and safety. We provide you with stainless steel water bottles with insulated bags to keep them cool (summer is particularly hot in Bordeaux). We offer you a local specialty to taste during a break in the public garden. Ponchos are also provided in case of risk of showers. Our reception point has a toilet.

Itinerary

1. Bordeaux

   You will be welcomed by a real local guide. After 10 minutes devoted to safety instructions, we will set off to discover Bordeaux, along a magnificent course of approximately 13km, perfectly secure and suitable for bicycles. We will discover the unmissable places of the city, Saint Michel and its incredible bell tower, we will cross the Garonne via the magnificent stone bridge to go and admire the facade of the quays from the walk in the park of the angels. We will see the “Darwin” eco-district before taking the impressive “Jacques Chaban-Delmas” opening bridge. We continue the walk through the Chartrons district famous for its Bordeaux wine trade, then towards the public garden before going through the historic center of the city with its cobbled streets and pretty little squares filled with terraces. Finally we will pass in front of the essential water mirror and the pretty Cailhau gate before returning to the starting point.

   · 10 min

2. Grosse Cloche

   Stop in front of the big bell, the oldest city gate dating from the 13th century.

   · 10 min

3. La Flèche Saint-Michel

   Discovery of the popular district of the city with the Saint-Michel basilica and the spire which culminates at 114 meters high.

   · 10 min

4. Pont de Pierre

   Passage on the magnificent stone bridge, the oldest bridge in the city to admire the view from the right bank

   · 10 min

5. Parc aux Angeliques

   Pause for a panoramic view of the magnificent 18th century facade of the city. The history of Bordeaux will be told to you before setting off again along the Garonne in the direction of Darwin.

   · 15 min

6. Darwin

   Discovery of Darwin, the eco-district, a surprising and unique alternative place in Bordeaux.

   · 10 min

7. Pont Jacques Chaban Delmas Bordeaux

   Crossing the Garonne by the majestic Jacques Chaban-Delmas bridge, a real technological feat that allows boats to enter the port of Bordeaux.

   · 10 min

8. Eglise St Louis des Chartrons

   Passage through the heart of the Chartrons, a former famous Bordeaux wine trading district. Discovery of the old cellars then passage in the pretty rue Notre Dame with its pretty antique shops.

   · 10 min

9. Jardin Public Bordeaux

   Tasting break of a local specialty in the magnificent Public Garden of Bordeaux

   · 10 min

10. Monument aux Girondins Bordeaux

    Discovery of the monument to the Girondins and its beautiful fountains on the Esplanade des Quinconces

    · 10 min

11. Grand Théâtre Bordeaux

    Passage in front of the Theatre, crossing the Golden Triangle and the Place des Grands Hommes.

    · 10 min

12. Place Pey-Berland

    View of the Saint-André cathedral, the town hall and the Pey-Berlan tower dating from the 15th century.

    · 10 min

13. Bordeaux

    Crossing the historic center of the city with its small squares, terraces and cobbled streets. the pretty Place Camille Julian and its old church which has become a cinema, the charming little Square Vinet and its green wall, Place Saint Pierre then the magnificent Place du Parlement.

    · 10 min

14. Miroir d'Eau

    Passage to the water mirror opposite the Place de la Bourse..

    · 10 min

15. Porte Cailhau Bordeaux

    Discovery of the magnificent Cailhau gate dating from the 15th century.

    · 10 min

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What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Please select the desired language if available

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

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