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- DictionaryGi·ronde/jəˈränd/
- 1. an estuary in southwestern France, formed at the junction of the Garonne and Dordogne rivers, north of Bordeaux. It flows northwest for 45 miles (72 km) into the Bay of Biscay.
2 days ago · Bordeaux ( / bɔːrˈdoʊ / bor-DOH, French: [bɔʁdo] ⓘ; Gascon Occitan: Bordèu [buɾˈðɛw]) is a city on the river Garonne in the Gironde department, southwestern France. A port city, it is the capital of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, as well as the prefecture of the Gironde department. Its inhabitants are called " Bordelais ...
- 49.36 km² (19.06 sq mi)
- Gironde
3 days ago · Bordeaux, city and port, capital of Gironde département, Nouvelle-Aquitaine région, southwestern France. It lies along the Garonne River 15 miles (24 km) above its junction with the Dordogne and 60 miles (96 km) from its mouth, in a plain east of the wine-growing district of Médoc. The dry soil of Médoc attracted settlement as early as the ...
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May 14, 2024 · Gironde Landmarks. 1. La Grande Dune du Pilat. The walk to the top is taken through a forrest walk and becomes 100% sand about 50% of the way up. There are steps or... 2. Place de la Bourse. Facing River Garonne this magnificent square is one of the most spectacular sights in of the most spectacular cities...
May 13, 2024 · A Weekend in Bordeaux -Day 1. Place de la Victoire. Start your day from Place de la Victoire, on the southern end of Bordeaux’s shopping street rue Sainte Catherine. The impressive square is recognized by the 18th-century arc and the marble obelisk at its center. Place de la Victoire – by Lost in Bordeaux.
6 days ago · Shallots. White Wine. Butter. Olive Oil. Salt. Black Pepper. Colin à la bordelaise is a traditional French fish dish originating from Bordeaux. The dish is usually made with a combination of hake, breadcrumbs, butter, white wine, lemon juice, garlic, shallots, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. The garlic and shallots are chopped and sautéed ...
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May 16, 2024 · The official Bordeaux viticultural region stretches for 130 kilometers (80 miles) inland from the Atlantic coast. 111,000 hectares (274,000 acres) of vineyards were recorded in 2018, a figure which had remained largely consistent over the previous decade. The number of growers has consolidated, however, and in 2018 there were about 6,000 ...
May 16, 2024 · Saint Julien is one of the legendary Bordeaux wine regions situated in Médoc. The appellation is known for its intense and complex red wines mainly made from Cabernet Sauvignon, while other permitted varieties include Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Carmenère, Petit Verdot, and Malbec. These wines are known for their power and finesse.
