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Le Petit Train de Bordeaux, City of Bordeaux

Explore this grand city from the comfort of the tourist train

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As it passes through the oldest parts of Bordeaux, making the most of the landscape, the train takes you past the most famous places and monuments of the city.

Along the docks and the famous Place de la Bourse, then into the heart of Old Bordeaux, passing through the Porte Cailhau and the longest pedestrian shopping street in Europe, the Rue Sainte Catherine. The audio commentary will ​​tell you the history and secrets of Bordeaux's exceptional heritage with simple words and stories. Did you know for example that the golden lion on top of the Great Bell turns to the river in good weather? It is common belief in Bordeaux that this is because he is thirsty...

Commentary is available in several languages, including French, German, English, Spanish, Italian, Japanese and Dutch.

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Reservation is recommended ad is necessary if you are booking for a group. You can do so at the tourist office or by using the booking enquiry link on this page.

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