• Bordeaux: Wine History and Slave Trade Walking Tour
  • Bordeaux: Wine History and Slave Trade Walking Tour
  • Bordeaux: Wine History and Slave Trade Walking Tour
  • Bordeaux: Wine History and Slave Trade Walking Tour

Bordeaux: Wine History and Slave Trade Walking Tour

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ID: GYG867328-1366929
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Country: France

Duration: 02:00 hours


Description

Discover the slave trading and wine history past of Bordeaux. Discover the Chartrons district to understand the triangular trade and its affect on Bordeaux.
Step into the historic heart of Bordeaux's renowned Chartrons district on this captivating 2-hour walking tour, where centuries-old stories of wine, trade, and cultural exchange come to life. Begin at the iconic Bourse Maritime and trace Bordeaux's evolution from a Roman settlement to a wine powerhouse.

Wander through streets lined with elegant 17th and 18th-century merchant homes, uncover the influence of Dutch traders and English maritime routes, and view the breathtaking facades along the Port of the Moon. Reflect on the district's complex past at landmarks like the Modeste Testas statue, and explore hidden gems, including the impressive Lainé warehouse and Saint-Louis Church.

This immersive journey highlights the Chartrons’ role in the wine industry and the global trade that shaped Bordeaux into a city of world heritage and legacy.

Highlights

  • Discover the historic heart of Bordeaux on a guided walking tour
  • Learn about the district's role in the wine industry and global trade
  • Explore the district's history and see its beautiful architecture
  • See the Modeste Testas statue and the impressive Lainé warehouse
  • Admire the facades along the Port of the Moon and Saint-Louis Church

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Your guide will have a red umbrella
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.