Bordeaux and its region : major events
Discover the major annual events occurring in Bordeaux and its region
Spring wines
Each year, more than 10,000 visitors come in the heart of the beautiful Citadel of Blaye to taste the best wines of the appellation Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux. This festive event became popular for wine lovers. This year, 80 winemakers Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux welcome you inside the Citadel of Blaye for you to sample their different vintages. Conviviality and tradition await you in an exceptional site,listed as World Heritage by UNESCO.
Bordeaux Métropole Marathon
This annual nocturnal marathon crosses through several towns of the Bordeaux metropolitan area as well as Bordeaux city centre listed a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Stone Bridge, the Cailhau Gateway, the St. Michael Basilica... both runners and spectators will enjoy an excellent route steeped in history. While a sporting event, the Marathon is also a festive and popular occasion with a circuit dotted with activities.
Grands Crus Weekend
For over 10 years, the Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux offers wine enthusiasts an exceptional weekend. In the heart of Bordeaux, visitors are invited to sample more than 120 great wines of Bordeaux while chatting with landowners and wine experts.
Bordeaux River Festival
Liners in stopover, river outings and shuttles, a swim across the river Garonne and regattas... plenty to dip your toe in at this splendid biennial. A popular festival during which the many visitors can savour the gastronomy and products of the river during the mild days of late spring.
Bordeaux Wine Festival
The leading wine tourism event in Europe, the biennial features a wine route, live performances and numerous activities along Bordeaux's waterfront.
Jumping international
For 4 days, riders of all levels compete during this jumping in the exceptional setting of the moats of the citadel of Blaye, World Heritage of UNESCO. Atmosphere and friendliness are together for this sporting event that combines performance and heritage for over 30 years. During the event, various animations, food stands and promotion of regional products.
Un Violon sur le Sable
Un Violon sur le Sable is a key event of the tourist season in Royan, which takes place at La Grande Conche beach. This music festival is an opportunity for everybody to sit in the sand, facing the ocean, and take a chance to enjoy the most beautiful classical songs ever heard in this place.
Saint-Emilion Jazz Festival
The Saint-Emilion Jazz Festival is a key annual event for every fan of jazz / soul / funk. This musical event is also an opportunity to taste the great wines of Saint-Emilion and sample the numerous specialties of the region.