Embark on a NICE & ENJOYABLE walking tour through Bordeaux’s charming neighbourhood of Chartrons with our in-house sommelier. Discover UNESCO wine merchant streets, learn about grape varieties, wine regions, 1855 classification, and more. End the tour with wine and cheese tasting. Book now!
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64 Quai des Chartrons - We start our tour in the heart of Chartrons also known as Old Wine Merchant street. Situated on the “Port de la lune” (the french name for Port of Moon) also a pet name of Bordeaux dating back from the 17th Century. Today they are all World Unesco heritage.
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Quais De Bordeaux - Enjoy the beatiful view on the river garonne, while learning about its port and wine trade.
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Pont de Pierre - While standing at the river side you will see from distance one of the oldest bridges of Bordeaux “Pont de Pierre”, it was constructed for Napoleon Bonaparte, dating back to the early 19 century. We will learn the connection of wine and kings. Please note that the monument will not be visited from close.
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Pont Jacques Chaban Delmas - Looking towards the north of Bordeaux we can spot from a distance another important bridge. You will be surprised to know the amazing technology used behind to create this awesome looking bridge. Here we will also learn about new technologies used in making wines. Please note that the monument will not be visited from close.
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Eglise St Louis des Chartrons - One of the most iconic churches in Bordeaux. You will see the beauty of the church and learn the history behind it.
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La Cité du Vin - We will be able to spot as well the biggest world wine exposition Museum up the river to the north. Here you will learn about the wine regions and grape varieties while admiring the beauty of the 21st century Museum in a distance. Please note that the monument will not be visited from close.
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29 Quai des Chartrons - We will see a “Maisons Jumelles” twin house in English. Once lived by a foreign wine merchant. The importance of foreigners in the Bordeaux wine trade.
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Chartrons - Be prepared for a Blind Wine Tasting, this is the time to open up your senses and start sniffing & sipping the luscious wines of Bordeaux paired with different cheese and baguette. Your guide will explain and guide you through this experience in a local wine bar.
- Tasting of four distinct Bordeaux wines
- Paired with a curated selection of cheeses
ENJOY A DELIGHTFUL WALKING TOUR TO DISCOVER THE CHARMING BORDEAUX NEIGHBOURHOOD WITH OUR IN-HOUSE SOMMELIER, FEATURING WINE & CHEESE TASTING.
This tour is curated by our in-house Sommelier & Wine Expert. He will guide you through the historic UNESCO wine merchant streets, some of which date back 300 years. Over the course of an hour, we will explore the Chartrons neighbourhood and the Bordeaux riverside, delving into the various grape varieties used in Bordeaux, the key wine regions, tips for selecting a bottle in a supermarket or restaurant, the significance of the 1855 classification, how to read a wine label like a pro, the district’s historical landmarks, and much more!
At the tour’s conclusion, we’ll apply all the theoretical knowledge in a practical “learning by tasting” session… Cheers!
PS - We also offer other tours such as the “Bordeaux Organic Food Tour (French Apéro style) in the Saint Michel area” and the “Best of Bordeaux Walking Tour in the City Centre.” Check them out.
- Travel time is included in the tour duration.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
