Bordeaux is the 2nd city after Paris which holds the most monuments classified or listed as historical monuments in France. World capital of wine with her castles and prestigious vineyards of Bordeaux, the city is also considered as one of the centers of gastronomy and business tourism for the organization of international congresses.
Historical fact that few people know, on November 28, 1615, it was in Bordeaux that Louis XIII married the Infanta of Spain, Anne of Austria. This metropolis of the New Aquitaine region offers a complete French luxury experience. Whether you are a fan of castles, Michelin-starred restaurants, 5-star hotels or her exceptional architectural and cultural heritage, you can plan a remarkable wedding in Bordeaux, like several historical and even current personalities.
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Type of wedding in Bordeaux
The richness of Bordeaux is that she offers different facets that allow you to enjoy a very chatelaine and refined atmosphere, or rather a totally glamorous and jet set atmosphere by the sea : Bassin d’Arcachon, Cap Ferret, the possibilities are many.
So, ready for an immersion in Bordeaux?
PLAN YOUR WEDDING IN BORDEAUX
It is customary to say that we should start the planning at least a year and a half in advance or even two. Usually, you can have a wedding there in about ten months. Indeed, the first step to getting married in Bordeaux is to hire a qualified wedding planner. The different choices offered by Bordeaux and her surroundings can confuse you with the vast possibilities of this city. Did you just get engaged ? Here is what to eat for your wedding in Bordeaux.
Once your Wedding Planner has been chosen, you can together find the best places to get married in Bordeaux, establish the budget and start selecting each service provider who will take care of building your wedding detail after detail.
THE IDEAL TIME TO GET MARRIED IN BORDEAUX
You can’t wait to celebrate your wedding in Bordeaux and I understand you, the best time of the year is from April to October due to the mild weather. However, winter weddings are also popular, especially in the cellars or orange groves of Bordeaux châteaux. It should be noted that some reception venues with vineyards have certain dates in the spring which are totally reserved for wine-growing activity. Bordeaux is a city that lives to the rhythm of her festivities. her festive and cultural events are not lacking, for the happiness of her inhabitants and her tourists. Certain festivals and festivities punctuate the Bordeaux calendar such as:
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In march : The carnival of the Two Shores, the Escale du livre, the pleasure fair (funfair on the Place des Quinquonces presents the first 3 weeks of March and the last 3 weeks of October)
In april : The short film festival: “cut short”
In may : The Bordeaux International Fair and the Bordeaux Jazz Festival
In June : Chahuts (storytelling festival), the wine festival, the river festival (world music and boat parades), the Epicuriales Art Chartrons (Contemporary Art trail, also in November), swimming across Bordeaux, Dansons on the quays, the international organ festival. During odd-numbered years, just after Vinexpo, the city of Bordeaux celebrates the river festival for 4 days, from June 21 to 24.
In July : Attend the concerts of the classical music festival: Les Grands Crus musicals
In October : The International Women’s Film Festival
In November : The Novart Festival offers shows and exhibitions, Bordeaux River Festival
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VENUES TO GET MARRIED IN BORDEAUX
Looking for the ideal venue for your wedding in Bordeaux? Bordeaux and in the broad sense the New Aquitaine region, offers Châteaux, estates, hotels, villas, to celebrate your wedding. Your wedding in Bordeaux can take place over several days, or even over a week depending on your budget. If this is your desire, this city is made for you! Here is 15 BREATHTAKING CASTLES for a wedding in New Aquitaine.
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Destination Bordeaux
Here are some possible routes to get to Bordeaux :
- Plane: Bordeaux-Mérignac airport is barely 12 km from Bordeaux.
- Train: The trip from Paris to Bordeaux takes about two and a half hours with an average daily rotation of 22 trains. From Biarritz the journey is approximately 02H09. If you are in Belgium, you can take direct trains from Brussels in about 04H44. You can get there from Milan, or from Barcelona by train or plane. Regular bus shuttles make the connection between the GARE -ST JEAN and Mérignac. The whole of France at your fingertips!
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ACCOMMODATION IN BORDEAUX
Choosing your accommodation is one of the most important steps in planning a destination wedding. And your guests must be informed as soon as possible so that they can make their arrangements. There are concierge services having a well equipped private villa portfolio for entertaining. Or rather 4 and 5 star hotels that are simply perfect for your guests. I advise you :
- Le Palais Gallien hôtel & Spa : Located in the heart of the historic center of <Bordeaux. The hotel has been renamed Le Palais Gallien in homage to the life of the neighborhood during the Gallo-Roman era. The Palais Gallien Hotel & Spa immerses you in an elegant and refined universe. A cocoon that interweaves contemporary design and the prestige of the old. Its restaurant, La Table Montaigne, is a reference in Bordeaux gastronomy. As its name suggests, you can enjoy the hotel’s superb spa.
- L’InterContinental Bordeaux -Le Grand hôtel, gastronomic hotel in the heart of Bordeaux: With an old-style French decoration and an architecture classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the InterContinental Bordeaux – Le Grand Hotel will be the ideal place to discover Bordeaux life as well as its flavors at the Pressoir d’Argent, its gourmet restaurant inspired by Gordon Ramsay. You can also relax in its indoor swimming pool or book a massage in its Spa Guerlain.
- La Villa Foch, a five-star hotel combining luxury and elegance with French refinement. Exceptional architectural ensemble in a city listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This private mansion is the very essence of the majesty of this city. Take the time to escape to Ferdinand, its bar whose cocktails and wines will offer you a guaranteed immersion.
- Le Yndō hôtel : private mansion transformed with preciousness into a 5-star hotel, the Yndo hotel reinvents the codes, a singular luxury hotel in the heart of Bordeaux city center. Its restaurant, La table d’Agnès offers a choice of quality and seasonal products that will delight your taste buds. Everything served is homemade. The table is exclusively reserved for hotel guests.
- The hotel has a 13th bedroom, On the port of Piraillan, near the beach, this former fishermen’s hut has been completely redesigned by Agnès Guiot. Neither holiday villa nor hotel but an intimate and simple haven where each object, each piece of furniture enriches by their presence the happiness of being here as at home. An authentic and unique experience for nature lovers!
WHAT TO DO IN BORDEAUX
Bordeaux is one of the best places in the world to have a complete epicurean experience. You a wide range of Michelin star restaurants. If you and your guests are wine lovers, you can opt for a wine tasting experience. In addition, shopping is a must in the region with Sainte Catherine Street which brings together all the biggest fashion and luxury brands that the region has to offer. we love. If you like art and culture, you have a few options to visit, such as the Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux, the Bassin des Lumières or the Aquitaine Museum and the Porte Caillhau. Beautiful boat trips are also enjoyable.
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Gastronomy in Bordeaux
Tasting local specialties is an integral part of the trip. From lamprey à la Bordelaise, to Bazas beef or even oysters from Arcachon and the Médoc granary, the specialties of the region are numerous. The star of Bordeaux tables for dessert is of course the canelé! This cupcake traditionally baked in copper molds is a pure delight. You can find the best canelés at Baillardran and La toque Cuivré the two specialists in succulent canelés.
The city of Bordeaux has opened up to you and welcomes you with open arms for a most unforgettable wedding experience. The ultimate is to prepare this memorable day accompanied by an experienced wedding planner who will advise and guide you for a totally enriched and maximized experience.
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