Free self-guided walk · Bordeaux

Quays and the old town

A free self-guided walk in Bordeaux, from the Place de la Bourse and the Water Mirror through Saint-Pierre to the cathedral.

Distance
2 km
Walking time
27 min
Allow
About 1.5 hours with stops
Stops
5

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About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Bordeaux on foot.

Finish with a glass of wine.

  • Terrain: Flat.
  • Best time: Late afternoon.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Place de la Bourse

    Start facing the river.

  2. Miroir d'eau

    The Water Mirror.

  3. Place du Parlement

    An 18th-century square.

  4. Grosse Cloche

    The bell gate.

  5. Cathédrale Saint-André

    Finish at the cathedral.

Tips

  • The Water Mirror mists at intervals.
  • Climb Tour Pey-Berland for views.
  • Trams run along the quays.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.