Bordeaux: The Don'ts of Visiting Bordeaux, France

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  • @BillHicks420
    @BillHicks420 Рік тому +161

    The Bordeauxn'ts

  • @silverywhite
    @silverywhite Рік тому +20

    Lived in Bordeaux for three years and this videos brings back such fond memories!!! Food-wise don't miss out on the duck gizzard, duck confit, crème brûlée, macarons, chocolatine, canelés...getting hungry. Gotta go back some day 🤤

    • @paragchaturvedi3661
      @paragchaturvedi3661 3 місяці тому

      @@silverywhite what if I am a vegetarian?

    • @qminh97
      @qminh97 3 місяці тому

      @@paragchaturvedi3661 then don't be vegetarian lol

  • @nicolasbecavin5660
    @nicolasbecavin5660 Рік тому +12

    Nice overview ! I was born in Bordeaux and still live and work here. I'd add one Don't for your : don't forget the ocean or Bassin d'Arcachon. This is where Oysters (and other seafood like muscles and fish) are produced and you can eat them for half the price if you go to Ares harbour, or Andernos, La Teste, etc... You can rent a car for the day, it's 1h road trip .... or you can reach Arcachon by train if you want :) Cheers ! I've watched your "don'ts" from sweden and I agreee with ou as well. I've spent threee weekds there this summer :) Bonne continuation

    • @saba9527
      @saba9527 6 місяців тому

      Hello, can you please some good restaurants to try in Bordeaux? I would really appreciate it 🙏

    • @nicolasbecavin5660
      @nicolasbecavin5660 6 місяців тому

      @@saba9527 there are many :) I like those on Marche des Chartrons and quartier Saint Pierre. I'll suggest that you try Philippe Etchebest's "Le Quatrieme Mur" if you want to have high grade experience.

    • @saba9527
      @saba9527 6 місяців тому

      @@nicolasbecavin5660 Thank you so much. I'll make sure to try all of them. I've heard you've got some great duck dishes as well. Can you please let me know where I should try some?

    • @nicolasbecavin5660
      @nicolasbecavin5660 6 місяців тому

      @@saba9527 any restaurant with "magret de canard" :)

    • @nicolasbecavin5660
      @nicolasbecavin5660 6 місяців тому

      I can't remember if La Tupina is still open. This is good spot for duck and south west special dishes. Enjoy your stay! When are you visiting?

  • @michaelm5186
    @michaelm5186 Рік тому +4

    These videos made such an incredible impact on our preparation, excitement, and overall execution of our trip to France!! We can't thank you enough for all the videos about Paris, Bordeaux (kudos on the canale and oyster recs), CDG navigation/Paris metro, the train travel across the country, language tips, etc. We were completely stunned by how exceedingly kind and welcoming the French were with us having followed your advice on key phrases to start conversations. All of the tips gave us confidence on what to expect and how to approach the trip overall, ultimately reducing our anxiety about the trip and language barrier. Any time we have the opportunity to head back abroad, I know we'll be check in on this page to see Do's and Don'ts. Turly, thank you for what you are doing, for the joy, energy, kindness, and passion you put into this page, these videos, and the community of world travelers.

  • @farnaud33
    @farnaud33 Рік тому +3

    I am a local, from Bordeaux, and it feels so good to hear you praise my hometown, thanks. By the way Bordeaux is only 2hours from Paris on the TGV (fast train link)

  • @The-Traveler-And-Wanderer
    @The-Traveler-And-Wanderer Рік тому +6

    I just got back from Bordeaux after a 3 week trip through Europe. I didn't know what to expect, but I was impressed by how beautiful and clean Bordeaux is! Funny that you post this video after I was there. I can't wait to go back someday!

    • @xavierdebordeaux
      @xavierdebordeaux Рік тому

      Not clean everywhere, you're just a tourist ;) (i'm living here in Bordeaux)

    • @damienpeladan481
      @damienpeladan481 Рік тому +1

      So do I, and I've lived in other cities before : Toulouse, Lyon, Marseille, Paris. Bordeaux is hands down the cleaner one @@xavierdebordeaux

  • @huchmow
    @huchmow Рік тому +2

    Hey ! I live in Bordeaux. That's pretty accurate. Thank you man for this nice picture you've made of our city.

  • @anthonylamesa7619
    @anthonylamesa7619 Рік тому +9

    Don't forget to visit the Base sous-marine. I think a lot of the digital art exhibitions are kind of a waste of time, but it was very cool to experience one in the dramatic setting of a former World War-II submarine base.

  • @fuzzylon
    @fuzzylon Рік тому +12

    Yes, yes, yes!
    I went to Bordeaux for the first time a couple of weeks ago, but I was only there for a few hours.
    It looks fantastic. So clean and well cared for. Hardly any traffic in the city centre, but frequent trams. I'm definitely going to go back and spend more time there.
    While you're in western France you should come down and see Biarritz and Bayonne too.

    • @frenchpower193
      @frenchpower193 Рік тому +2

      @@user-od8qw7ti8k gâche pas l’optimisme des gens juste parce que tu rages de plus apprécier la beauté de cette ville

    • @tomboura8951
      @tomboura8951 Рік тому

      @@user-od8qw7ti8k Bordeaux est une ville fortement agréable, on doit pas vivre dans la même ville, c'est vrai qu'il y a des bouchons et alors ? C'est la rocade au heures de pointes, wouah il y a beaucoup de voiture donc il y a des bouchons, quel nouvelle... Les transport en communs j'en prend 2 à 4 fois par jours, tramway et bus et il y a assez peu de problème même si c'est améliorable, la perfectibilité n'existe pas chez les êtres humains, nous ne sommes pas des machines. Et puis ville sale il faut pas abuser, que les poubelles débordes c'est une chose, de là à dire sale je ne suis pas d'accord.

  • @AlbandAquino
    @AlbandAquino Рік тому +8

    So nice to see my city featured in one of your videos ! 🤩
    For reference, a public transportation ticket (TBM, "Transport Bordeaux Metropole") is roughly 2 bucks. Valid for one hour.
    During that hour you can switch transportation modes with the same ticket (start with a bus, switch to a tram, then bus again if it's within the hour same ticket).

  • @WDH59510
    @WDH59510 Рік тому +9

    Well now you've been to Bordeaux, why not try Toulouse ? I used to live there, you'll love the wine, the food, the stunning architecture, the museums (including the Cité de l'Espace), the rugby and all the great places you can get to from there (Andorra, Albi, Carcassonne, the Val d'Aran in Catalonia ...).

    • @arthurdelvalle1758
      @arthurdelvalle1758 Рік тому +3

      I was watching this and thinking the same thing
      Bordeaux and Toulouse are my two favourite places.
      Such beautiful cities.
      Im from bordeaux but I have to say people in Toulouse are incredibly nice and the rugby community is out of this world.

  • @GirlGoingGlobal
    @GirlGoingGlobal Рік тому +1

    Wowweeee looks beautiful! Thanks for these tips, excited to visit :)

  • @marclafon4420
    @marclafon4420 Рік тому +1

    I live in Bordeaux and all you are saying is top notch! I will just add that for the river you can take the "BatCub" is the city boat and it cost like a bus or tram ticket if you already have one. Don't take the ticket on the boat, it will cost you more.
    And don't skip Saint Michel district It has the highest tour in town "La Fleche Saint Michel" (Its now under renovation but it's big) and has a big open market : "Les Capucins"

  • @agnishom
    @agnishom Рік тому +1

    I lived in Bordeaux for a few months. Such a cute city

  • @geometric75
    @geometric75 4 місяці тому

    Great informative video, thank you. Taking my family next week some your video has given me plenty of ideas of where to visit. As we're not big drinkers, I'm glad there's much more than the wine

  • @greerwilson9561
    @greerwilson9561 4 місяці тому

    Super helpful friend. We’re heading to Bordeaux on Wednesday with friends!

  • @diebremerin9395
    @diebremerin9395 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the great video. Can you please tell me the name of the vineyard in minute 6:00. The house looks to beautiful.

  • @thomascook578
    @thomascook578 Рік тому +3

    Take a day trip to Arcachon too, the best oysters

  • @morotogames5332
    @morotogames5332 Рік тому +1

    I'm from bordeaux and if you liked it you should visit le bassin d'Arcachon, its just one or two hours south to bordeaux and its great too

  • @patsymejia3180
    @patsymejia3180 Рік тому +2

    I loved Bordeaux! Beautiful city and people. But Wolter, you forgot to tell them not to forget eating the canneles de Bordeaux pastry. They are delicious, and regional to Bordeaux. I can’t wait to go back ❤

  • @rachiboo14
    @rachiboo14 Рік тому

    Going at the end of August - thanks so much!!

  • @Razius33Officiel
    @Razius33Officiel Рік тому

    Love that you enjoyed our city 👍

  • @gohumberto
    @gohumberto Рік тому +2

    The Tram now goes right into the Airport but needs a simple change (close to Place de la Bourse) to get to the Train Station.
    Also Bordeaux is 2hours-20mins from Paris on the Train (TGV) and is quite cheap. It's quite something to be travelling around 200mph on a train as you fly past the cars on the Autoroutes.

  • @jennyoshea1958
    @jennyoshea1958 Рік тому

    Looks amazing. I do love fine architecture 👍🙌😊 thanks for sharing 🕊️🍇

  • @morty1988
    @morty1988 Рік тому +1

    Ever thought of going to the Czech Republic? Skip Prague, go to Brno and Morovia.
    Great wine, beer, food! Environment is beautiful! Amazing castles and not to touristy!
    But last but not least, very affordable!

  • @tobiojo6469
    @tobiojo6469 Рік тому

    Hey Mark, awesome video

  • @DikkieTicker
    @DikkieTicker Рік тому

    In two weeks I'm going to spend 3 days in Bordeaux and this video has some great to-do ideas. I've booked two 1/2 day wine tours so I'll have to squeeze 😆 all the other activities in between.

  • @RaylanGivens123
    @RaylanGivens123 Рік тому +4

    Every corner of France has so many gems

  • @MeansToTravel
    @MeansToTravel Рік тому

    I love this video!!! I’ve always wanted to go to Bordeaux and these are perfect tips! Derek and I got a little nervous about the loud bangs at the beginning, but glad you guys are A-okay haha!

  • @eddonbordeaux3192
    @eddonbordeaux3192 Рік тому +1

    I feel like it's destiny for me to visit.

  • @xavierdebordeaux
    @xavierdebordeaux Рік тому +5

    I'm from Bordeaux and we are not all winegrowers and we drink water, beer, stuff like everyone else everywhere in the world :)
    I'm not a tourist guide but I think it's really worth having a good guide to know the secrets of Bordeaux like knowing where Victor Hugo lived, Montesquieu, Montaigne, places that have a particular history. And regarding the length of service in the restaurant, it's just a European way of life and not specifically linked to Bordeaux (except Paris but that's normal, it's the capital)
    Finally, Bordeaux is a modern European city like so many others: moreover, going to Rome, the historic city center reminded me of Bordeaux

  • @TMD3453
    @TMD3453 Рік тому

    Wow, so beautiful. Don’t not go to Bordeaux! Thanks re train tickets. Love the happy don’ts. Thanks Mark! 🇺🇸🇫🇷

  • @Andrew-cg2zl
    @Andrew-cg2zl Рік тому

    awesome video

  • @FlyWestavecMD
    @FlyWestavecMD 8 місяців тому

    Thank you for this vidéo ! Don't forget to taste our famous Cannelés ( the kids will be fond of these cakes!) And just a tip for you : travelling from Paris is cheaper with Ouigo , a Tgv train less modern than Inoui but as fast and good enough for a 2hours trip ❤

  • @jaksap
    @jaksap Рік тому +2

    The best part of France to visit are departments Dordogne and Lot. Bordeaux and Toulouse are beautiful cities in the vicinity.

    • @FlyWestavecMD
      @FlyWestavecMD 8 місяців тому

      Don't forget Agen, midway between Bordeaux and Toulouse..my home town 😊

  • @pieniasmr5247
    @pieniasmr5247 Рік тому

    Feels like that most restaurants closes really early in the evening

  • @Richard2003
    @Richard2003 Рік тому

    Going there on a cruise this summer

  • @liamk6900
    @liamk6900 3 місяці тому

    Watched this and booked a flight.

  • @sonsofjohnnielemaster
    @sonsofjohnnielemaster Рік тому +1

    I spent a week in Bordeaux in 2018, and it was fantastic. Much more chill than Paris!

  • @petek5523
    @petek5523 Рік тому +3

    The service isn’t slow, we’re just too much in hurry 😅

  • @richardsingh5827
    @richardsingh5827 5 місяців тому

    I want to go there

  • @dancooper41
    @dancooper41 Рік тому

    Great video, thanks! Just spent 4 days in Bordeaux last week, my third visit. Love the city and agree with your recommendations.

  • @rickj.9202
    @rickj.9202 Рік тому

    Another masterpiece from Mark… thank you! 😊

  • @TonyR1999
    @TonyR1999 Рік тому

    Easily my favourite city in Europe

  • @barmalini
    @barmalini Рік тому +4

    When food is coming slowly, you know you're in a good place. Because it is being prepared fresh for you, not de-frosted in a microwave.

  • @user-bf8ku9ei9g
    @user-bf8ku9ei9g 2 місяці тому

    Hi is a 10 journey ticket a good idea for 5 days in Bordeaux ? We are 2 persons

  • @Fan652w
    @Fan652w Рік тому

    A quick glance at my European Rail Timetable shows that a TGV (on average) takes only only two-and-a half hours from Paris to Bourdeaux.
    I would disagree on the Citypass point. When visiting a city in Continental Europe always buy some kind of Citypass. It saves the huge bother of having to buy a ticket every time you want to a tram/bus/metro.

    • @Joshua-fi4ji
      @Joshua-fi4ji Рік тому

      Worth noting that French trains go on strike quite a lot. Just something to be aware of.

  • @traveler.abdullah90
    @traveler.abdullah90 Рік тому

    So amazing video as always ✨👏

  • @bridget7771
    @bridget7771 Рік тому +1

    Sod the wine,
    Get a pint of London Pride !! British beer at the Charles Dickins Pub near Place de la Bourse the French love it 😂 ❤

    • @nysaea
      @nysaea Рік тому

      Psh, beer is overrated, all the brits who move here would tell you 😘🤭

  • @johnt6022
    @johnt6022 9 місяців тому

    Wolter, can you confirm the names of the meat dishes covered with that delicious gravy? I love my meat and chicken. Can you some dishes ? I plan on visitng this town next month and will make my way by train from Paris.

  • @grouloulle
    @grouloulle Рік тому +1

    Does Mark have a particular accent? I understand almost everything without having to read the transcript and that's quite rare.

    • @FosterSB
      @FosterSB Рік тому +2

      Sounds like he's from Naperville Illinois to me! Perfect Midwest American 😊

    • @grouloulle
      @grouloulle Рік тому

      @@FosterSB Thanks. Could there be a
      french influence in this Illinois accent?

    • @Joshua-fi4ji
      @Joshua-fi4ji Рік тому

      ​@@grouloulle he travels a lot, so probably is just used to speaking more clearly.
      Regardless, as an Englishman I can hear his accent and tell very roughly where he is from in America by it.
      It's quite a subtle accent, so it's not surprising if a non-native English speaker struggles to pick up on it.

  • @elikabo
    @elikabo Рік тому +1

    Not sure if the city toned down the water mist. I was in Bordeaux 3 days ago and it was so disappointing compared to the shots in this video. Maybe people complained about losing sight of their kids. The place is fun, but you can see from one side to the other no problem, unlike what appears in the shots here, where people appear through the mist.

    • @nysaea
      @nysaea Рік тому

      They also may have toned it down due to water restrictions. The weather hasn't been kind to France these past few years and natural water reserves are in critical condition. I'm sure you've also heard about the wildfires near Bordeaux last year for which our neighbours in Europe sent firefighters and equipment for, and have drained a lot of the area's freshwater.

  • @SaintedWhisper
    @SaintedWhisper Рік тому +1

    Walter would love to know the further south you go how much French do you need to know. I know once I got in France not knowing any French I felt really limited. I love their country so just asking

    • @WDH59510
      @WDH59510 Рік тому +1

      The younger generation in particular will have some English. Not so much the post-60 age group but then again ... Mark will tell you that a few simple phrases of French from a phrase book will open not a few doors.

    • @patsymejia3180
      @patsymejia3180 Рік тому +1

      It was very challenging in Bordeaux. You will need to know some French, or use an app to help translate. Bordeaux is beautiful, well worth a visit! The people are friendly too.

    • @Meggimagine
      @Meggimagine Рік тому +2

      We do have an English speaking population, indirectly due to historical reasons (Aquitaine was part of the kingdom of England during most of the Middle Ages) and because the British have a love for the place. But otherwise, it won't be any different from other French cities, except perhaps for Paris

  • @anthonymorales842
    @anthonymorales842 8 місяців тому

    never been to france when i do Bordeaux is first on the list

  • @rodjones117
    @rodjones117 Рік тому +2

    Love Bordeaux wine, especially the red, especially St Emillion.

  • @marcjsolis
    @marcjsolis Рік тому +1

    Bordeaux is also the name of my favorite chocolate. Those of us from Northeast Ohio and enjoy Malley’s will know what I’m talking about.

    • @nysaea
      @nysaea Рік тому

      wait, they named chocolate after Bordeaux in Ohio? :o

    • @marcjsolis
      @marcjsolis Рік тому

      @@nysaea there’s a chocolate company in Ohio that named one of their products Bordeaux.

    • @nysaea
      @nysaea Рік тому +1

      @@marcjsolis that's pretty cool :D what kind is it?

    • @marcjsolis
      @marcjsolis Рік тому +1

      @@nysaea it’s English toffee covered in chocolate coated in crushed almonds

    • @nysaea
      @nysaea Рік тому +1

      @@marcjsolis okay that sounds yummy af

  • @SkinnyPe
    @SkinnyPe Рік тому

    How do you get a cheap chateau?
    how do you go on a wine tour?

    • @mickeencrua
      @mickeencrua Рік тому +1

      1) There's no such thing as a "cheap" chateau. Unless, of course, you're a millionaire, in which case the word "cheap" is not in your vocabulary. 😁 2) In a bus with other people? 😂🤣

  • @davidgibbs2109
    @davidgibbs2109 Рік тому +1

    Dont go to the cite du vin, go to the bar au vin, its large glasses of tasters for between 2 and 6 Euros, way way better.

  • @BillGreenAZ
    @BillGreenAZ Рік тому

    I think that's a great idea for you and Jocelyn to take a "couples trip" with another couple. You've been so great in taking the boys all over the world but occasionally it would be nice for you as a couple to go somewhere nice.
    I would love to spend 3 or 4 days in Bordeaux.

  • @Tramptraveller
    @Tramptraveller Рік тому

    👏👏👏❤👏👏👏

  • @rjh2772
    @rjh2772 2 місяці тому

    is Bordeaux a affordable place to retire

    • @woltersworld
      @woltersworld  2 місяці тому

      Its definitely cheaper than paris. Seemed average Merican prices to me

  • @luisvarona
    @luisvarona Рік тому +1

    Whats wrong with making wine a priority!

  • @user-bf8ku9ei9g
    @user-bf8ku9ei9g 2 місяці тому

    Is tax refund paid in cash at Bordeaux airport like at Paris ?

  • @Mark1405Leeds
    @Mark1405Leeds Рік тому +5

    Suspenders means something different in the UK! The thought of you in suspenders is not appealing!

    • @nysaea
      @nysaea Рік тому +1

      psh, live a little!

  • @MrMaddog1278
    @MrMaddog1278 5 місяців тому

    Did you ask them what comes out the foggy mirror

  • @danieldumas7361
    @danieldumas7361 Рік тому

    I do hope that everyone realizes that, when you mention the "don'ts", you also kind of point out the "Doe's"!!!

  • @Andrewsky347
    @Andrewsky347 Рік тому

    Bordos and Bordon'ts

  • @frankcutronijr
    @frankcutronijr Рік тому +1

    The French, Italians and Japanese as well as many other nationalities take food very seriously. Not all but the typical American does not. The French may appear to be snobs since they do not want to deal with the typical Americans bad behavior.

  • @annaartesana2622
    @annaartesana2622 10 місяців тому

    This was interesting but totally mislabelled. But maybe that means you found few real "cons", although I was actually looking for a realistic review of the city, including any true negatives.

    • @shantaeamekia
      @shantaeamekia 7 місяців тому

      Yeah, this was a "do" video. I prefer the "do" videos, but apparently the "don't " videos get more views, so that's what he's been doing, even when the points aren't really "don'ts". 🙃

  • @travelvideos
    @travelvideos Рік тому +2

    I was just thinking about going there. Not interested in their food or wine, but heading to see sand dunes.

  • @bridgerstonebrink4767
    @bridgerstonebrink4767 Рік тому

    This land belongs to the English

  • @selini52
    @selini52 Рік тому

    People fantastique? Never forget when I had no time to get my train ticket and asked in English for the train ticket! Answer: Si vous ne pouvez pas me le dire en français, vous n'obtiendrez pas de billet! No joke!

    • @oneperson5760
      @oneperson5760 11 місяців тому

      If you don't speak French, you can't get a ticket? Did I guess that correctly?

    • @mrsupremegascon
      @mrsupremegascon 10 місяців тому

      Yeah, many train controllers are assholes, to be fair, they have to deal with a lot of stupid people, but still.
      You should really take your tickets on the app, never in the station as you might end up in the situation you were in. They can give you ticket in the train, but you have to pay a fee for that.

    • @FlyWestavecMD
      @FlyWestavecMD 8 місяців тому +1

      Shame on this person😢I am French and feel so sorry for you.I hope you will come back and enjoy Bordeaux ❤

    • @selini52
      @selini52 8 місяців тому

      @@FlyWestavecMD I certainly hope so too!

  • @vermeervanbremen3306
    @vermeervanbremen3306 2 місяці тому

    Don't go to Bordeaux

  • @lucianotpin
    @lucianotpin 8 місяців тому

    So... the don'ts are none negative. This is not a "don'ts" video.

  • @pierren___
    @pierren___ Рік тому +1

    The city center is not safe after 18 💀

    • @Orudelpha
      @Orudelpha Рік тому +1

      What happens after 18? 😭

    • @pierren___
      @pierren___ Рік тому +1

      @@Orudelpha 18 hours* lots of arbs and bleks

    • @christianterraes8334
      @christianterraes8334 Рік тому

      Oui l immigration en France une catastrophe des traîtres nous gouvernent depuis 1981

    • @mickeencrua
      @mickeencrua Рік тому

      Being a maritime city that is linked to France's colonial history, who would be surprised to see a person with dark skin in Bordeaux? They've been living there for generations. Get over yourself!

    • @mickeencrua
      @mickeencrua Рік тому

      @@Orudelpha After 18, you become 19. Bonne anniversaire!

  • @jimdellavecchia4594
    @jimdellavecchia4594 Рік тому

    Don't tell them that they would be speaking German if it wasn't for the US in WWII!!
    Don't look for a WWII heroes museum because it doesn't exist!!

    • @iparipaitegianiparipaitegi4643
      @iparipaitegianiparipaitegi4643 Рік тому

      You would still be slaves of the British kings if France didn’t win its war against GB in the 1770s and 1780s

    • @Meggimagine
      @Meggimagine Рік тому

      We actually do have the Jean Moulin Resistance Museum (in Bordeaux), but it's for the French Resistance heroes...
      And no, don't tell us we would be speaking German if it wasn't for the US in WWII :))

    • @nysaea
      @nysaea Рік тому +2

      tell me you don't know the first thing about france without telling me you don't know the first thing about france lol

  • @user-bf8ku9ei9g
    @user-bf8ku9ei9g 3 місяці тому

    Is it a safe city also area around Palais 2 l'Atlantique

  • @MarieLaGuide
    @MarieLaGuide Рік тому

    Thanks for this great video and all these very good recommendations. If anyone needs a wine tour guide, would be glad to help (families are welcome!) bordeauxcognactourguide
    Forget Paris, come to Bordeaux 😊!