The British icon plays at the Arkéa Arena next year
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The event of summer 2019 in Bordeaux has just been announced. British superstar Elton John will bring his Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour to the Arkéa Arena on June 22nd 2019.
After more than 50 years on the road, and coinciding with the 45th anniversary of his legendary Goodbye Yellow Brick Road album, Elton John has announced that he will embark on the final tour in his career starting in September 2018 and ending in 2021. “It’s time to come off the road so I can fully embrace the next important chapter of my life”, he has said.
One of his more than 300 shows across five continents will bring him to Bordeaux on June 22nd 2019. Tickets go out on sale on October 17th. Don't miss this once in a lifetime experience!
Situated on the border between Dordogne and Lot et Garonne, Le Brame’s location allows easy exploration of the towns, chȃteaux and landscapes that these two stunning regions offer. Within a 10 to 15 minute drive there are three lovely bastide towns, Villeréal, Monpazier and Monflanquin, to explore, as well as the Chȃteau de Biron which during the summer hosts concerts and light shows. Standing proudly atop a hill, this impressive castle can be seen from the terrace at Le Brame.
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Canon Villa, Lege-Cap-Ferret
Beautiful villa of 300m2 living space located on the heights of the Canon in the heart of Cap Ferret with a nice view of Arcachon Bay.
Lacanau Ocean Villa, Lacanau
Large and pleasant independent villa of 160m2 situated in the pine forest(enclosed garden) 800 metres from the beach, 1 km from shopping, 2.5 km from the golf and 5 km from the lake.
Le Clos des Chenes Villa
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Nestled in the picturesque countryside not far from the pretty bastide of Lalinde on the banks of the River Dordogne, Le Clos des Chênes is one of the most beautifully restored farmhouses and its setting one of the most restful we have come across.
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Gaume Villa, Pyla-sur-Mer
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Close to city centre this villa is located 600 metres from the beach and shopping area and 3 km from the golf.
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The majestic hall of the Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa designed by Jacques Garcia is impressive. Marble, Bordeaux stone, warm-tone fabrics (plum, mauve, deep red), 18th century-inspired furnishings, original floral creations: an invitation to peace and tranquillity.
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Clos Marcamps, Prignac-et-Marcamps
In the heart of the vineyards of Bordeaux, half an hour from Bordeaux and Saint-Emilion, or also one hour and half from the Arcachon Bay, Clos Marcamps welcomes you in a chartreuse of the 19th century, entirely renovated with the charm and the comfort of today.
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Les Sources de Caudalie, Martillac
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