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Extra time
To experience rugby in a carnival atmosphere and surrounded by
produce from the south-west of France, hurry over to the Halles de
Bacalan, where every game of the World Cup will be screened.
What better way to discover the local cuisine and the city’s vibe!
Le Zéphirine
An urban hostel, a gourmet food counter and
a fresh take on pastries that are family favou-
rites : that’s what you can look forward to at
le Zéphirine. The Zéphirin mentality is all about
the modern re-invention of a family household.
The convivial, family-friendly vibe underlines
the importance of mealtimes as moments of
discussion, sharing and shared emotion.
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La Belle Saison
On match-day evenings, once you’ve been
for a stroll at Darwin, you need to go to a Bor-
deaux establishment steeped in rugby culture :
The Connemara Irish Club, the Blarney Stone
or, if you prefer, The House of Parliament.
The excitement levels reach fever pitch and
the fans go wild at every point scored. Fans
who have worked up an appetite can then
head over to La Belle Saison, a restaurant lo-
The wine-producing châteaux cated next to a river and run by a former rug-
by star from the French national team, Jérome
Fillol. The chef serves up authentic French cui-
Just a few minutes from the centre of Bordeaux, at the city gates, there sine, with seasonal produce ordered directly
from the best producers in the region.
are several wine-producing châteaux that can be visited, and that are
accessible by public transport (tram and city bus) or by bike : There are More info
5 wine routes that start in the city! Between modern wine cellars and historic
structures, discover the unique design and personality of these exceptional
wines. A stroll among these urban vineyards makes for a fabulous expe-
rience that blends history, nature and wine-tastings.
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