Gironde Area holidays

World-class wines

With world capital of wine, Bordeaux, located at the heart of Gironde, the region is packed with vineyards, wineries and grape-grown experiences for everyone. Drive through the countryside and you’ll pass endless rows of vines, stone châteaux and roadside wine cellars welcoming visitors.

Sweeping coastlines

Packed with wide beaches, rolling dunes and surf spots for every level, the Gironde coastline is fab for every type of holidaymaker. Lacanau draws surfers and sunset-watchers, while quieter stretches near Soulac-sur-Mer are perfect for long walks and lazy afternoons. Plus, beach cafés serve oysters, grilled fish and chilled local white wine straight from nearby vineyards!

Admire the architecture

Full of elegant architecture, from grand wine châteaux hidden among the vines to honey-coloured townhouses lining historic streets, Gironde is an architectural masterpiece. In Bordeaux, wide boulevards, riverside squares and ornate buildings give the city a lively but classic feel, while smaller villages bring stone churches, old shutters and quiet lanes made for wandering.