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Travel Guide 2 > Europe > France > Towns and Cities > Bordeaux

Bordeaux

Located near the Atlantic Coast on the River Garonne in southwestern France, Bordeaux is the capital city of both the Aquitaine region and the prefecture of the Gironde department. As of 2010, the city had a population of 239,157, with 1,127,776 people living in the city's metropolitan area.

Key Facts about Bordeaux

Here are some facts about Bordeaux:

Bordeaux is a port city in southwestern France.
Bordeaux is located on the Rver Garonne near the Atlantic Coast.
Bordeaux is the capital city of both the Aquitaine region and the prefecture of the Gironde department.
As of 2010, Bordeaux had a population of 239,157, with 1,127,776 people living in the metropolitan area.
People who live in Bordeaux are known as "Bordelais" (men) or "Bordelaises" (women).
Bordeaux's nicknames are "La perle d'Aquitaine" (the pearl of Aquitaine), and "La Belle Endormie" (the Sleeping Beauty). The latter nickname refers to the center of city, which was once blackened by pollution (although this is in fact no longer the case).
Bordeaux is known as a key city in the wine industry:
- Bordeaux wine has been produced in the region since at least the 8th century.
- Bordeaux is home to the world's largest wine fair, Vinexpo.
- Wine is a major contributor to Bordeaux's economy. It has been estimated it contributes 14.5 billion euro's to the city's economy each year.
The historic part of Bordeaux is listed a UNESCOM World Heritage Site for its 18th century buildings.

Weather in Bordeaux

Bordeaux is generally considered to have an oceanic climate, although Winters can be milder (because of westerly winds from the Atlantic), and Summers warmer (because of the influence of the nearby Bay of Biscay), than many other areas classified similarly.

For current weather information, we recommend:

BBC Weather forecast for Bordeaux, France

Books about Bordeaux

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Lonely Planet Pocket Bordeaux 2 (Pocket Guide)

By Nicola Williams

Lonely Planet
Released: August 2nd, 2022
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Format: Folded Map
Edition: 2
Number of Pages: 160
Author: Nicola Williams
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Size: 6.1 inches by 4.25 inches by 0.375 inches
Weight: 0.3637627323 pounds

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DK Eyewitness Dordogne, Bordeaux and the Southwest Coast (Travel Guide)

By DK Eyewitness

DK Eyewitness Travel
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ISBN: 0241409349
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Number of Pages: 272
Author: DK Eyewitness
Publication Date: March 17th, 2020
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DK Eyewitness Dordogne, Bordeaux and the Southwest Coast (Travel Guide)

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ISBN: 0241615135
EAN: 9780241615133
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Number of Pages: 272
Author: DK Eyewitness
Publication Date: May 30th, 2023
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Size: 8.5 inches by 5.0 inches by 0.66 inches
Weight: 0.8157103694 pounds
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DK Eyewitness Dordogne, Bordeaux and the Southwest Coast (Travel Guide)

By DK Eyewitness

Dk Pub
Released: July 19th, 2016
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Brand: Dk Pub
ISBNs: 9781465440969, 1465440968
EAN: 9781465440969

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Edition: Revised
Number of Pages: 320
Author: DK Eyewitness
Publication Date: July 19th, 2016
Release Date: July 19th, 2016

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Size: 8.75 inches by 5.13 inches by 0.72 inches
Weight: 1.2 pounds

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Lonely Planet Pocket Bordeaux 1 (Pocket Guide)

By Nicola Williams

Lonely Planet
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ISBN: 1787016900
EAN: 9781787016903
PartNumber: 54160446

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Paperback
Format: Folded Map
Edition: 1
Number of Pages: 160
Author: Nicola Williams
Publication Date: April 16th, 2019
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Size: 6.05 Inches by 4.35 Inches by 0.375 Inches
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Bordeaux Travel Highlights: Best Attractions & Experiences

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BORDEAUX TRAVEL GUIDE 2023-2024: Your Ultimate Travel Companion to Experiencing The Beauty of Bordeaux, France- Discover Best Attractions, Day Trips, Food, Festivals & More with this Tour Book

By Annette E. Riley

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EAN: 9798860529656

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Author: Annette E. Riley
Publication Date: September 6th, 2023
Release Date: September 6th, 2023

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Size: 9.0 inches by 6.0 inches by 0.31 inches

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