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The city of Bordeaux France



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Places to visit in Bordeaux


The port of Bordeaux is a city in the Aquitaine region of France.

The city is in two parts divided by the Garonne river.

There are 4 road bridges across the river.

The one in the photo is the oldest built in 1820 the Pont-de-Pierre.


The Pont-de-Pierre bridge


Bordeaux bridge picture

The centre of the city still has its old terrace houses and mansions.

The centre is mainly a traffic free zone and has every kind of shop.

If you want top of the range designer goods go to Gambetta square.

There are plenty of cafes wine bars and some of the best patisseries in France.

If you want stay in Bordeaux you will find a good choice of hotels try these. Find good deals on Hotels in Bordeaux

Hotels in Bordeaux


Bordeaux has a good choice of hotels to stay at try here


The Hotel Continental is in a great location in a pedestrian street.

Leading to the Grand Hommes shopping mall with a food market at the end of the street.

It's near the city attractions

The Hotel Continental Bordeaux offers both single and double guestrooms with a total of 50 rooms available.

The duplex suite has a panoramic terrace. All of the rooms have a private bathroom with either a bath or a shower. Guests may request an extra cot or iron. Most of the rooms are air-conditioned and non-smoking rooms are available. Pets are allowed for a fee.

The 18th century building of the Hotel Continental Bordeaux was recently renovated.

Hotel Continental Bordeaux


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The port of Bordeaux



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The city and the surrounding area is most famous for its wine growing.

The region is one of the largest wine-growing area in the world.

There are several tours you can go on to visit the vineyards and taste the wine.

Bordeaux picture 2


If you would like to live in the area we saw a 3 bedroom semi some work needed for £70,000 in a village near Bordeaux.

At the other end of the market a 4 bed detached with large garden for £270,000.

A few miles to the east of the city you will find St Emilion an interesting old town. There is a link at the bottom of the page with more details.

About 40 miles away you can visit the highest sand dune in Europe. The view from the top of the sea and the pine forests is worth the climb.

You can see the Great Dune of Pyla in the photo below.

The Great Dune of Pyla


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    Recently renovated, the Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel is situated in Paris? theater district.

    A number of department stores as well as galleries and attractions are just steps from this beautiful hotel in Paris.

    From Charles de Gaulle airport, it takes about 30 minutes by car to reach the hotel.

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    Le Meridien Hotel Nice

    Le Meridien hotel Nice The Le Meridien Hotel Nice is located in the city of Nice.

    This hotel is situated right over the Baie des Anges and the Mediterranean Sea and is nearby landmarks like the Acropolis Convention Center.

    There is also a private beach across the way, as well as a nearby casino, Casino Ruhl. The Le Meridien Hotel Nice can be found at 1 Promenade des Anglais in Nice, the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur of France.

    This hotel is only six kilometers from the nearest airport.

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    A gite for rent in Brissac-Quincé, nr. Angers

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    This superb detached cottage, overlooking vineyards has an excellent interior decor and an enclosed private garden. Situated in the beautiful Loire with superb views the property is in a fantastic area with châteaux, wine tasting and museums and the culture city Angers 7.5 miles (12km) away.

    Relax in this tranquil setting or stroll around the château in Brissac, with its own weekly market. Golf and fishing available as well as walking, cycling and horse riding, and many other activities. Shops 1.25 miles (2km), café/bar and restaurant 0.75 miles.

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  • Cottage to rent

    Columbiers-du-Plessis, in the Loire Valley

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    The farmhouse and cottages of La Returais

    are part of what used to be a working hamlet

    in the 16-1700?s. This beautifully restored

    farm hamlet retains plenty of the original

    rustic charm with its old oak beams and

    huge stone fireplaces.

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    Hotel De La Vallee Dinard

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    In the heart of the charming seaside resort of Dinard, the Hotel De La Vallee is a cosy seafront hotel offering comfortable accommodation and a unique view of the Channel.

    Guest rooms are equipped with en suite facilities and present cosy and elegant spaces. Some have a balcony and others offer an unrestricted view of the sea.

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    St Malo

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    The Anthéus hotel is an a typical hotel located in Saint Malo, in the heart of Bretagne region. It combines the richness of this region's history with the comfort of modern facilities. It is a hight quality hotel which offers a pleasant welcome, a warm ambiance, and an impeccable service.

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    Hotel Duret Paris


    The Hotel Duret is ideally located between Place de l Étoile and Porte Maillot, just a few steps away from the Champs Élysées and the Palais de Congrès, in one of the most prestigious areas of Paris.

    The property is placed in a typical, calm Parisian street, and offers an elegant yet intimate atmosphere, a heaven of quietness and pleasure.

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    Hotel St. Catherine


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    Guests can relax in the lobby lounge browsing through complimentary newspapers or keep in touch with friends and family using the wireless Internet connection. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk are happy to offer guidance and provide tour assistance. After a busy day admiring the architectural curiosities and browsing through the trendy shops and artisan boutiques surrounding the hotel guests can enjoy a cocktail in the lounge before heading to the Grand Theatre to take in some opera.

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    Cottage to rent

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    It is located in a pleasant peaceful location yet is not far away from Calais. The coast is only 3.1 miles (5km) with nice beaches and high cliffs like Wissant between Cap Blanc-Nez and Cap Gris-Nez

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    Normandy Hotels

    Normandy Barriere Hotel

    The Normandy Barriere is a 4 star hotel with 291 rooms and suites in a charming half timbered house with green criss crossing beams and pinnacles, facing the sea and right in the centre of town. A covered walkway connects to the casino. Enjoy dinner andbrunch with music at La Belle Epoque restaurant, which also features theme nights and a veranda opening out onto the Normandy courtyard. The hotel also features a bar, piano lounge, tearoom, and a fitness centre with steam bath, sauna and indoor pool.

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    Hotels in the Honfleur area

    Hotel Auberge De La Claire Honfleur

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    Discover all that Honfleur has to offer with Auberge De La Claire Hotel as a base. All hotel's guestrooms have all the conveniences expected in a hotel in its class to suit guests' utmost comforts. Room amenities include non smoking rooms, television, shower.

    Services and amenities available for guests at this Honfleur accommodation consist of bar/pub, restaurant, disabled facilities, business center, pets allowed

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