Bordeaux in 1492" guided tour in Bordeaux (33)

1492—undoubtedly the most famous year in history. But what was Bordeaux like at the time Christopher Columbus and the Europeans discovered America?

Your tour: “Bordeaux in 1492”:

Guided tour – 2 hours – in French

Explore the historic heart of Bordeaux and discover rare remnants from the late 15th century. You’ll be immersed in the daily life of Bordeaux’s residents in 1492.

Food, trade, pollution, and justice will be among (just a few of!) the topics covered during this walk. We’ll also pass by some of the city’s most iconic landmarks: the Grosse Cloche, Rue Saint James, and the Porte Cailhau...

A fun and unique tour, spanning the Middle Ages and the Renaissance!

The highlight of the tour:

• A stroll through Bordeaux’s oldest neighborhoods
• A historical immersion and a chance to see the city in a new light
• A fun tour for the whole family

The agency offering this tour is committed to promoting sustainable tourism. The tours are designed to highlight restaurants that use locally sourced ingredients, socially responsible winemakers, raise awareness of local environmental issues, and aim to reduce the impact of tourism in Bordeaux and the Gironde region.