Because learning French also means discovering French culture, each month we offer you the opportunity to take part in various cultural, tourist and sporting activities to discover Bordeaux and the local culture. Essential for a complete immersion !
Bordeaux tour
Visit downtown Bordeaux with a volunteer guide, who will provide you with various explanations about the history and architecture of our city and its monuments.
Free
Excursion to Saint-Emilion
Visit the medieval village of Saint-Émilion and its underground monuments, before discovering a wine château where you will be offered two glasses of wine.
Aquitaine Museum
Discover the Museum of Aquitaine, where a guide will teach you more about the history of Bordeaux in the 18th century and its role in the triangular trade.
Free
French Apéro
Come meet the students of the Alliance Française, get to know each other, and practice French in a friendly atmosphere.
Free
Sweet Gourmet Treasure Hunt
Discover the gastronomy of Bordeaux during an unusual city rally, where you’ll explore the streets while tasting its sweet specialties!
Bassins des Lumières
Come and discover the colorful worlds of Henri Matisse and Frida Kahlo in an immersive exhibition at the former submarine base in Bordeaux.
L’Etrangère
Directed by Gaya Jiji, this film tells the story of Selma’s arrival in Bordeaux after fleeing Syria, where she left behind her 6-year-old son and her missing husband.
Excursion to the Bay of Arcachon
Climb to the top of the famous Dune du Pilat, then enjoy an oyster tasting at the port of Larros, before discovering the town and beach of Arcachon.
Bordeaux tour
Visit downtown Bordeaux with a volunteer guide, who will provide you with various explanations about the history and architecture of our city and its monuments.
Free
Cheeses and wines
Taste around ten French cheeses paired with different glasses of wine, while the cheesemonger explains the characteristics of each cheese you sample.
Astroshow Open Air
Come to the Astroshow Open Air at Square Dom Bedos and enjoy a live music festival blending rock, pop, punk, and electro/DJ culture.
Free
Surfing initiation
Try your hand at surfing and enjoy the beach in Lacanau while discovering this iconic sport, especially popular in southwestern France.
Museum of Fine Arts
Accompanied by a guide, explore the Musée des Beaux-Arts of Bordeaux and discover some of the great names of French and European painting.
Free
Petanque
Come challenge your fellow students in a Pétanque tournament, a traditional sport from the south of France. A good time guaranteed!
Free
Château Pape Clément
Visit the Château Pape Clément estate in Pessac and enjoy a tasting of three glasses of wine, including one from Château Pape Clément wine.
Guinguette chez Alriq
Make the most of the fine weather by coming along to an open-air concert at La Guinguette chez Alriq, in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
What’s up in Bordeaux?
RELÂCHE FESTIVAL
From July 3 until August 20
Enjoy an eclectic musical lineup at the Festival Relâche.
A must-see event of the Bordeaux summer, the festival showcases local and international artists in a lively and festive atmosphere.
FRENCH NATIONAL DAY
Tuesday, July 14
On the occasion of the French National Day on July 14, attend the traditional fireworks display!
Enjoy numerous workshops and activities throughout the day to celebrate the French Revolution.
DANCING ON THE QUAYS
From July 14 until August 2
From July 14 until August 2, the Dancing on the Quays Festival is back to honor dancing !
Come discover beginner classes and dance performances featuring rock, samba, tango, dancehall, and many other styles along the riverfront.