Quinconces Esplanade (Esplanade des Quinconces) Bordeaux

18/05/2013- Bordeaux

Bordeaux is another famous wine region of France, it is quite a large city bordering the river La Garonne.

A lot of work has been done to improve it's reputation. The former Prime minister of France, moved to Bordeaux and later became city Mayor. He instigated the installation of a new public transport network …

A one day stop in Bordeaux on our way to Sarlat is not nearly long enough to sample all this wonderful city has to offer! Built along the river Garonne, the waterfront is a pedestrian zone made for wandering, biking, or skating. Just inland from the river is the Esplanade des Quinconces with the huge Monument aux Girondins. A few more blocks to the …