Gironde

Nouvelle-Aquitaine

A street lined with ornate buildings and a Gothic cathedral in the background.
A bridge over a pond surrounded by lush greenery and moss-covered trees.
A variety of baguettes and other breads displayed at a bakery, with price signs in French.
A classical fountain with a statue of a woman and a child, set against a historic building with arched windows and ornate balconies.
A cobblestone street with a pub named "Frog & Rosbif".

Popular cities in Gironde

A European city street with historic buildings, cyclists, and pedestrians.
Bordeaux
Known for Shopping, Tours and Business
Cycle along the city’s network of bike paths as you taste local wines, look across the Garonne River or relax in one of the city’s many gardens and parks.

Reasons to visit

  • Rue Sainte-Catherine
  • Cité du Vin
  • Place de la Bourse
A bottle of Chateau Pernodage Saint-Louïs wine with a label featuring a knight on horseback.
Saint-Émilion
Known for Wineries, Spas and Historical
This attractive medieval hamlet is known for its Romanesque architecture and world-class wines.

Reasons to visit

  • Saint-Emilion Monolithic Church
  • Saint-Émilion Bell Tower
A large sand dune with footprints, a forested area, and a beach in the background.
Arcachon
Known for Beaches, Spas and Marinas
A magnificent, chic and family-friendly seaside resort, Arcachon is a destination full of wonders to discover.

Reasons to visit

  • Ville d’Hiver
A sandy dune landscape with a forested area in the background and a body of water to the right.
La Teste-de-Buch
Known for Lakes, Biking and Nature
Trip time! Discover the lake views, golf and beaches in La Teste-de-Buch.

Reasons to visit

  • Plage de La lagune
A sandy beach with people sunbathing and swimming, surrounded by dunes and a clear blue ocean.
Lacanau
Known for Forests, Golf and Surfing
Split your time between the lake and the ocean in this scenic haven just outside Bordeaux, filled with campgrounds, golf courses and beaches.

Reasons to visit

  • Sud Beach
A sandy beach with a wooden fence, a clear blue sky, and a group of people walking along a boardwalk.
Lège-Cap-Ferret
Known for Theme parks, Marinas and Monuments
Lège-Cap-Ferret is calling! Discover its theme park, marina, beaches and more.

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