Bordeaux Convention Bureau – Mai 2015

BORDEAUX YOUR MEETINGS & INCENTIVES DESTINATION

10 GOOD REASONS TO ORGANIZE AN EVENT IN BORDEAUX

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Easy access

A stimulating environment

Chic urban lifestyle

A pleasant way of life

Well-oiled logistics

Customized meeting venues

Thoroughly modern facilities

Unique reception venues

An outstanding setting

A world-renowned destination

BORDEAUX, WORLD CAPITAL OF WINE

‒ UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2007

‒ The world capital of wine

‒ 400 professional meetings per year

‒ Top 5 french congress destination

‒ 5,5 million visitors per year

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BORDEAUX, A DESTINATION WITH A RICH HERITAGE,

TURNED TO THE FUTURE

A city with a rich heritage, founded 2,000 years ago

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A CLASSICAL CITY, HEIRESS DATING TO THE

ENLIGHTENMENT WORLD HERITAGE SITE

− 350 historic monuments

− widest urban area listed as a World Heritage

Site by UNESCO (1 800 hectares)

− an 18th century architectural gem

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A CONTEMPORARY & DYNAMIC CITY – research, technology, innovation…

Modern urban transport

Bordeaux plays host to 106,000 students

in 2 universities and numerous advanced

engineering schools

• 130 R&D units within the Bordeaux

university stucture.

• 4 main industrial clusters uniting industrial

forces with researchers in areas as

diverse as aeronautics, laser

technologies, forestry and environmental

science.

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CONTEMPORARY URBAN ARCHITECTURE,

FAMOUS DESIGNERS WHO PICTURED BORDEAUX

Jean-Michel Willmotte

Jean Nouvel

Starck Bernard Tshumi

King Kong

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NEW BORDEAUX CITY PROJECTS

NOUVEAU STADE

Designed by the famous swiss architects Jacques Herzog

and Pierre De Meuron, it will host 43 500 spectators. It is one

of the main project in the renovation of the Bordeaux-Lac

district close to the congress centre.

. Opening end of May 2015

THE CITE DES CIVILISATIONS DU VIN

Neither a museum nor a theme park, but a concept which lies

somewhere in between. Visitors will explore the different facets of

wine, history, geography, geology, oenology, the arts, emotions,

experiences, sensations and dreams…

Opening in June 2016

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Le PONT PASSERELLE JEAN-JACQUES BOSC

The ‘Pont Passerelle Jean Jacques Bosc’ will offer for the ’traffic part’, one lane

for the public transport, one lane for heavy trucks and light vehicles and a space for

sustainable transportation. The originality of this OMA project is the creation of a

major public space – « a platform above the Garonne » - permitted by a 10

meters extension of the pedestrian and two-wheeler space. Opening in 2018

LA MECA

« La Meca » aims to assemble in one place three cultural agencies

of the regional council : the Frac (Fonds régional d'art contemporain),

the Oara (Office artistique de la Région Aquitaine) and the Ecla (Écrit,

cinéma, livre, audiovisuel Aquitaine). Opening in 2017

NEW BORDEAUX CITY PROJECTS

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DARWIN ECOSYSTEM

Darwin Ecosystem is a multi-dimensional project, an alternative place dedicated to responsible

and economic development, social entrepreneurship, ecological change and citizen

engagement.

On 3 hectares of ancient military wilderness in the heart of Bordeaux, DARWIN organizes the

collaboration between local actors contributing to cooperative social models.

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Co-working place, restaurant and grocery, associative spaces, permanent place for reflexive and

festive events, DARWIN will become an eco-neighbourhood.

Opened since 2013

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A RESPONSIBLE AND COMMITTED DESTINATION

For many years, the city of Bordeaux and the Urban

community of Bordeaux (CUB) have taken steps to make

the destination sustainable and haven for everyone. A

destination respectful of the environnement.

Bordeaux has been rewarded with many labels :

‒ Cit’ergie

‒ Rubans du développement durable

‒ Tourisme et Handicap

‒ Famille Plus

‒ Ville Vélotouristique

‒ Green Digital Charter

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A SAFE CITY WHERE IT FEELS GOOD TO LIVE AND TO STROLL

In 2015 Bordeaux was elected as the

Best European Destination.

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THE VINEYARDS

Chances to visit wineries, taste and discover the wines, and use the exceptional setting of the châteaux for

events, are the major assets of our destination.

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Bordeaux is the world capital of wine!

North-East Côtes de Blaye Côtes de Bourg

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East Saint-Emilion

Pomerol Fronsac

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North-West (Médoc) Margaux Pauillac

Saint-Estèphe Saint-Julien

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South-West Graves

Pessac-Léognan Sauternes Cadillac

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South-East Entre-deux-mers

Sainte-Foy-Bordeaux ...

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SAINT ÉMILION

The village of Saint-Emilion is a true medieval jewel,

inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List since 1999.

Romanesque and gothic churches, dungeons, catacombs and

an underground church lie in the middle of the most famous

vineyard in the world...

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ACCESS

BY AIR

With its international airport, Bordeaux is

connected to the rest of the world through 5 of

the biggest European hubs:

• Paris Charles de Gaulle, 6 flights per day,

820 connections, Paris Orly, 15 flights per day

• Amsterdam, 5 flights per day, 350

connections

• London, 20 flights per day, 150 connections

• Madrid and Lisbon (3 flights per day each):

connections towards South-America

• Rome : 8 flights per day, 250 connections

Bordeaux-Mérignac international airport is

12 km from the city centre and 15 km from the

convention centre. There are regular transfers

between the airport and the city: Shuttle bus: 30 minutes

City bus: 40 minutes

Taxi: 20 minutes

55 scheduled routes, 23 airlines European airports

of which 9 low cost companies are served by regular

flights European and North-African main cities.

The main company serving Bordeaux Mérignac

International Airport is Air France. It offers advantages

to congress planners for the promotion of their event

(Air France Global Meetings programme). The

company is part of the Sky Team network, serving 898

destinations in 169 countries.

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BY TRAIN

Easy access by High Speed Train (TGV)

Today Bordeaux is connected to Paris by TGV in 3 hours (25 trains/day). In 2017, the time will be reduced

to 2h20mn and Roissy Charles de Gaulle airport within 3 hours. The city centre is linked to the train

station by direct tramway.

Brussels Direct 5h30

London via Paris 4h15

Luxembourg via Paris 5h20

Geneva via Paris 6h25

Stuttgart via Paris 6h30

Amsterdam via Paris 7h

Frankfurt via Paris 7h

Madrid via Irun 7h40

From abroad

It is also possible to come to Bordeaux from

abroad by train (duration without the transfers)

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URBAN

TRANSPORTS

Bordeaux’s conurbation

is equipped with three

tramway lines, and a

network of buses.

Bordeaux’s historic

centre: famous classical

squares

990 hotel rooms

Train station

910 hotel rooms

Towards the airport

(bus & shuttle)

Chartrons, 18th-century

wine merchants’ district

750 hotel rooms

Mériadeck

business district

1350 hotel rooms

Bordeaux Lac

Congress & meeting

district (congress centre,

1 400 hotel rooms…)

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URBAN TRANSPORTS

VCUB

The VCUB is a self-service bicycle.

Autolib’

The Bluecars are self-service electric cars. An economic and

sustainable transport.

Taxis

There are more than 500 taxis in Bordeaux.

Car rental companies

– At the train station : Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Sixt, Alamo,

National Citer, Autoeurope, Ebookers, Holidayautos, Auto

Escape

‒ At the airport : Advantage, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz,

National Citer, Sixt, Vehi. TT Garage Barre

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CONGRESS VENUES

4 CONGRESS CENTRES

Palais des Congrès Cité Mondiale

Palais de la Bourse Pin Galant

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THE BORDEAUX CONGRESS CENTRE

Rebuilt in 2003 by the architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte, the Bordeaux Convention Centre is

located near the ringroad, 15 minutes away from the international airport, and is served by the

urban transportation network.

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The convention centre has a natural light

enter and create a serene work

atmosphere.

3 modulars auditoriums of 1293 seats,

350 seats and 196 seats

3,000 sqm of exhibition & catering space

THE CITÉ MONDIALE CONGRESS CENTRE

Located in the Chartrons, the 18th-century district of wine-merchants, in the

centre of the city near the wharfs of the Garonne river, this convention

centre houses has a 4* Mercure hotel with 97 rooms.

Auditorium of 300 seats, 1270 m2 of multi-purpose space, 10

committee rooms seating 20 to 238 persons, and one of the best views

over Bordeaux from the top floor. The function spaces of the Cité Mondiale

were renovated during the summer 2012.

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LE PALAIS DE LA BOURSE

Steeped in French culture and history Palais de la Bourse offers a

unique environment withy a total of 2500 m² floor space suitable for

all type of events. Ideally located on the banks of the Garonne

River, near the Opera House , its is surrounded by several fine

hotels. The four areas of the Palais de la Bourse are fully modular

and equipped with state-of-the-art technology.

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LE PIN GALANT

5 km from Bordeaux International airport and the hotel facilities from Merignac, the Pin Galant

Congress Centre is a very accessible and functional venue which can accommodate any events from

100 to 1,410 persons.

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BORDEAUX OFFERS MORE THAN 10,000 ROOMS

IN 150 HOTELS FROM 1* TO 5*

Main hotel zones

Bordeaux Lac (Convention centre and

Exhibition Hall): 1400 rooms (15 minutes

from city centre by tramway)

Chartrons: 717 rooms (5 minutes from city

centre by tramway)

Golden Triangle: 939 rooms

Bordeaux Mériadeck: 1346 rooms (5

minutes from city centre by tramway)

Train station: 930 rooms (20 minutes from

city centre by tramway)

Mérignac: 2216 rooms (30 minutes from

city centre by bus or tramway – 2 km from

the airport)

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HOTELS

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CHARMING HOTELS IN THE CITY CENTRE

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Grand Hotel de Bordeaux & Spa,

a member of Leading Hotel of the World

Hotel de Sèze

spa & golf

DESIGN HOTELS

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Burdigala MGallery Hotel

St James Hotel

Relais & châteaux

DESIGN HOTELS

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Yndo Hotel

Seeko’o Hotel

BUSINESS HOTELS (ACCOR)

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BOUTIQUE HOTELS IN THE VINEYARDS

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Les Sources de Caudalie - Well-being & spa Cordeillan Bages – Relais & Châteaux

GOLF HOTELS IN THE VINEYARDS

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Relais de Margaux: Golf and spa

Golf du Médoc: Golf and spa

VENUES FOR GALA DINNER,

RECEPTIONS…

IN THE CITY CENTRE

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Some of Bordeaux’s most elegant venues to host your event. Guests will keep

unforgettable memories of the event thanks to the unique character of the venue, the quality of the food and, of course, the finest wines.

EXCLUSIVE VENUES IN THE VINEYARDS

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Bordeaux displays prestigious venues and lovely chateaux for the most unforgettable dinners. Choose

your setting: historic monuments, romantic view over the Garonne river or “Grand Cru Classé” wine-

producing château!

UNFORGETABLE EVENTS IN WINE CHATEAUX

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DINNER CRUISE OR PICNIC ON AN ISLAND

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INCENTIVE ACTIVITIES & TEAM

BUILDING

ENJOY THE CITY

‒ Track down the local specialties of the region on a rally by taxi-bike

‒ Discover our local food markets and choose your ingredients with our chefs, before they

cook you a fabulous meal.

‒ Experience the local relaxed life of Bordeaux on a segway or on roller skates, along the

wharf promenade, through the squares and old streets of Bordeaux (UNESCO district)

Musée d’Aquitaine CAPC

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− Visit of wine-growing properties in the different vineyards

surrounding Bordeaux (Médoc, Graves, Sauternes, Entre-

Deux-Mers...)

− Introduction to wine-tasting; make your own bottle of wine

− French cafés, gastronomic restaurants and creative chefs

will tease your senses! Local specialities : cannelés, foie

gras, duck, oisters, seafood, beef from Bazas, lamb from

Pauillac, asparagus and caviar from Gironde

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FOR GOURMETS OR WINE LOVERS

Domaine de Valmont

A DAY IN THE VINEYARDS

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• Rally in classic cars on the winding roads of the vineyards. A great

way to discover the châteaux.

• Fly over the vineyards and arrive in style at the heliport of a

châteaux

• Cookery lessons on the local food with a chef

• Introduction to wine-tasting; make your own bottle of wine, the art

of blending your own wine

• Gala diner in an exclusive château

A DAY OF HISTORY AND SPORTING ACTIVITIES

In a historical castle in the middle of the vineyards

Re-live medieval times : medieval games and royal banquets, caves

and jails, falconry, horses and carriages

Boost your teams’ spirits : archery trial, mountain bike, kayaking,

quads, 4x4, initiation to acrobatic games

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ON THE ESTUARY

Climb aboard a boat for a day of

exploration of the Estuary. Stop over on

a private island, visit the lighthouse,

lunch with local and seasonal food,

finish the day by a treasure hunt in the

Vauban Citadel

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A DAY IN ARCACHON BAY

Ascension of the Pyla (the highest sand dune in

Europe).

Sail a pinasse (local boat), around the « cabanes

Tchanquées » (houses on stilts), and oyster

parks.

Stop over in a little village and taste oysters with

a fresh glass of white wine, directly at the farm in

a fisherman cabin.

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A DAY OF RELAXATION & GOLF

• ½ day of Spa in a refined

atmosphere with unique

treatments combining the

virtue of a natural hot

spring water and the

benefits of the grapes and

grapevines.

• ½ day at a golf training

center at one of the top 15th

golf courses in continental

Europe.

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BORDEAUX, YOUR NEXT EVENT DESTINATION

Everyone has heard

of Bordeaux but not

too many had the

chance to visit it.

Choose Bordeaux

for your event !

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BORDEAUX CONVENTION BUREAU THE STRAGETIC PARTNER OF YOUR PROFESSIONAL EVENT

Providing FREE unbiased advice, the Bordeaux Convention Bureau assists you with the planning of you professional event in the region.

Your first point of contact for the destination, we will provide access to the best of Bordeaux, no matter the scope or nature of your event.

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Nathalie Beale

project manager meetings & incentives

+33 (0)5 5652 5311

nathalie.beale@bordeauxconventionbureau.fr

www.bordeauxconventionbureau.fr

Amélie Déchénais

project manager congress

+33 (0)5 5652 5311

amelie.dechenais@bordeauxconventionbureau.fr

www.bordeauxconventionbureau.fr