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 !
Galette des rois
During the morning break, join us at the Alliance Française reception for a galette des rois, to celebrate Epiphany and the start of the New Year.
Free
Guided tour of Bordeaux
Visit downtown Bordeaux accompanied by a volunteer guide, who will share with you explanations of the city’s history and architecture.
Free
French Apéro
Come meet students from the Alliance Française and practice French or other languages of your choice over a drink at the Central Pub Gambetta!
Free
Museum of Fine Arts
Accompanied by a guide, explore the Bordeaux Museum of Fine Arts to discover some of the great names in French and European painting.
Free
Ice hockey match
Come watch an ice hockey game and cheer on the Bordeaux Boxers against the Briançon Red Devils at the Mériadeck Ice Rink.
Cheese tasting
Enjoy a tasting of several French cheeses with a glass of wine, with explanations from the cheesemaker on the origins of the cheeses 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.
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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.