Bordeaux offers an appealing and culturally diverse atmosphere, shaped by numerous influences as a port city situated on the Garonne river. With its UNESCO-listed architectural treasures, proximity to Europe’s largest dune (Dune du Pilat) and a lifestyle revolving around fine food and wine, this destination caters to all tastes.
The regional capital of south-west France, Bordeaux, is only a two-hour ride on the TGV high-speed train from Paris. It is located 45 minutes from the sea, two hours from Spain and three hours from the picturesque Pyrenees. The quality of life in Bordeaux is superb, and it’s famous for numerous tourist attractions.

Bordeaux is renowned as the world capital of wine, giving its name to France’s oldest and most prestigious wine-growing area. The wine festival takes place at the end of the conference; a perfect opportunity for those who wish to extend their stay over the weekend after the ESC!

The streets behind the magnificent 18th-century buildings along the quays reflect the city’s long history. The old port warehouses have been turned into trendy museums and breweries, which visitors can travel between on foot, bicycle or rollerblades along the riverbank footpaths. From Saint Michel to the Chartrons, from Saint Seurin to Saint Pierre, the old and the new blend in perfect harmony.