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 !
Utopia Cinema:
Le Chant des forêts
Come discover Le Chant des Forêts, a documentary by Vincent Munier that takes us deep into the forests of the Vosges and won two César Awards.
Cooking workshop
Discover new French recipes during a cooking workshop at La Cuisine de Camille, where you’ll prepare a full meal before enjoying your own creation!
French Apéro
Come and meet students from the Alliance Française and practice French or any other language of your choice over a drink at Central Pub Gambetta!
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
Petanque
Test your skills by participating in a pétanque tournament, a friendly French sport that is particularly popular in spring and summer.
Free
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.
CAPC Museum
Come and explore the world of contemporary art and discover the exhibition Jardin des neufs soleils by Trevor Yeung during a guided tour of the CAPC.
Free
What’s up in Bordeaux?
ADRENALINE FESTIVAL
From April 3 to April 5
The Adrénaline Festival is back on the Place des Quinconces for its third edition!
Two evenings dedicated to electronic music, circus arts, and artistic performances.
SALON DU VINTAGE
From April 25 to April 26
On the weekend of April 25–26, join us at Darwin Écosystème for the Vintage Fair!
Nostalgia lovers will be able to discover vintage furniture, clothing, objects, and classic cars.
BROCANTE FAIR
From April 24 to May 10
Enjoy the Spring Flea Market Fair and come browse for treasures at Place des Quinconces.
Un grand marché à ciel ouvert où l’on croise brocanteurs, antiquaires et stands de restauration.