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 !
Cheese tasting
Enjoy a tasting of various French cheeses paired with different glasses of wine, accompanied by explanations from the cheesemaker about the cheeses being tasted.
Cruise on the Garonne
Enjoy a breathtaking view of Bordeaux with commentary from an experienced guide, while enjoying a cannelé and a glass of Bordeaux wine.
Saint-Michel guided tour
Accompanied by our guide Jean, discover the secrets of Saint-Michel, a popular district of Bordeaux famous for its Basilica and its big Arrow.
Free
Château Pape Clément
Visit the famous Château Pape Clément winery in Pessac, then enjoy a tasting of three glasses of wine, including the excellent Château Pape Clément.
Chandeleur
Enjoy a gourmet break on Candlemas Day, savoring delicious crêpes in a friendly atmosphere, as is the French tradition.
Free
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-Émilion
Discover the medieval village of Saint-Emilion, with a tour of its underground monuments, followed by a visit to a château where you’ll be offered two glasses of wine.
Cine club : Le Théorème de Marguerite
Discover Le Théorème de Marguerite, Anna Novion’s 2023 film recounting the turbulent journey of a brilliant mathematics student.
Free
Bassins des Lumières : Henri Matisse and Frida Kahlo
Come and discover the colorful worlds of Henri Matisse and Frida Kahlo in an immersive exhibition at the former submarine base in Bordeaux.
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.
Cheese tasting
Enjoy a tasting of several French cheeses and different glasses of wine, with explanations from the cheesemaker about the origins of the cheeses being tasted.
Aquitaine Museum
With a guide, explore the Aquitaine Museum to learn more about the history of Bordeaux and the region, particularly during the 18th century.
Free
Petanque
Test your skills by participating in a pétanque tournament, a friendly French sport that is particularly popular in spring and summer.
Free
Visit of the Chartrons
With our volunteer guide Jean, stroll and discover the famous Bordeaux district of Chartrons, its Saint-Louis church and its narrow streets full of authenticity.
Free
Board games evening
Come discover different games and compete against your fellow students during this evening in the friendly atmosphere of the Atelier B game bar.
Free
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SKIBUS SHUTTLES
January 10 to March 31
Until the end of March, it is possible to treat yourself to a day on the slopes with the Skibus shuttles !
From Bordeaux in the morning to Cauterets, the package includes the bus journey and a day on the slopes.
TRENTE TRENTE FESTIVAL
January 17 to 28
From January 17 to 28, Bordeaux is hosting the Trente Trente performing arts festival.
You’ll be able to discover some twenty theater and dance performances, in 10 cultural places across the metropolis.
MERIADECK ICE RINK
From September to May
Take advantage of the month of February to go skating with friends at the Bordeaux Mériadeck ice rink !
In addition to hosting the Bordeaux Boxers’ hockey matches, it opens its doors at different times each week.