Lovers of French wines invariably liven up at the mention of Bordeaux: the name of this city has long become synonymous with fine drinks produced in the wine-growing region of the same name and ready to boast of world-class fame and value. And the suburbs of Bordeaux are medieval castles, coastal dunes, the tidal coast of the Atlantic, pine forests and, of course, vineyards. Endless, perfectly manicured plantations stretching beyond the horizon, lovingly cultivated by real fanatics of French winemaking.
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The town of Bazas is the nearest suburb of Bordeaux. Its inhabitants are engaged in leather production, hats and wax mining. The main attraction of Bazas is the 13th century Cathedral of John the Baptist, listed by UNESCO, with magnificent sculptures and bas-reliefs, and the picturesque location of the town on a steep cliff leaves no visiting photographer indifferent.
Admire the ocean landscapes
In the suburbs of Bordeaux, there are many natural attractions that can amaze even experienced travelers. For example, Dune Saw at the Arcachon Gulf. Its height exceeds 130 meters in some places, and its width reaches half a kilometer. Dune Pyla is the largest in Europe and its amazing feature is the ability to move several meters towards the mainland every year.
But the resort suburb of Bordeaux Arcachon can offer not only visual delights. Excellent oysters are grown on the local shoals, and therefore Arcachon is often called the world oyster capital. The best places to sample the delicacies are in the coastal restaurants, after which a stroll through the Pereire Seaside Park will be especially pleasant and peaceful.
From Charlemagne
The ancient castle in the suburbs of Bordeaux has been owned by the same family for over 700 years, and its history begins in the 8th century, when the king of the Franks Charlemagne built the first wooden fortification on these lands. Replacing the walls with stone ones, Roktayad Castle became an innovative military structure - its designers and builders were able to combine defensive power with comfort for the inhabitants. Historians believe that Roctayade was the first French fortified castle-palace.
Taste the wine
You can taste the best wines in the suburbs of Bordeaux, where the main wineries are located. The commune of Pomerol produces more than 35 million bottles a year, and all of the local wines are traditionally blended and distinguished by rich color and subtle hints of truffle and black berries.
