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1 BORDEAUX MEETING DESTINATION

2 2 Wine Capital of the World 1 Gem of the 18 th Century- UNESCO World Heritage 3 Suitable to host events of all sizes 4 Magnetic city, that will increase the number of attendees 5 Easy access

3 BORDEAUX KEY NUMBERS 6 MILLION OF TOURISTS / YEAR ROOMS 200 HOTELS 65 WINE APPELLATIONS & LOCAL SPECIALITIES 700 KM OF CYCLE TRACKS 7 CONGRESS & EXHIBITION STUDENTS RESEARCHERS 5 LABELLED CLUSTERS 13 CLUSTERS 150 PUBLIC PARKS HECTARES OF NATURAL AREAS CENTRES 347 HISTORICAL MONUMENTS

4 BORDEAUX A CITY INFLUENCED BY THE ENLIGHTENMENT ERA & A WORLD HERITAGE SITE The widest urban area listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO (1 800 hectares) with 350 monuments

5 BORDEAUX CITY OF GASTRONOMY AND DELIGHTS +12 starred restaurants in Gironde (Pierre Gagnaire, Philippe Etchebest, Gordon Ramsay ) A gastronomic destination with open terraces, bistronomy and wine bars

6 BORDEAUX A CITY CONNECTED TO ITS RIVER, THE GARONNE Dinner/lunch on the Garonne river Private islands on the Estuary More than 220 European & international cruises/year

7 BORDEAUX WHERE IT FEELS GOOD TO LIVE & STROLL

8 BORDEAUX A DYNAMIC AND MODERN CITY RESEARCH, INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY students 130 R&D units aeronautics optic laser forestry 5 main industrial clusters : environmental science agriculture

o 600 extra rooms in the city centre by 2020 o Opening of a new congress &

9 A BORDEAUX CLEAR AMBITION TO DEVELOP MICE TOURISM o o Bordeaux 2h04 from Paris by train French airport with the strongest growth, serving more than 100 destinations o 600 extra rooms in the city centre by 2020 o Opening of a new congress & exhibition hall early up to participants o A tram link airport city centre by 2021

BORDEAUX, BUSINESS FACILITIES o o o o 7 congress

amenities o Congress centre up to 1 500 participants

rooms o Casino o Direct tram access (city centre &

10 BORDEAUX, BUSINESS FACILITIES o o o o 7 congress centres Bordeaux Lac, a district gathering all event amenities o Congress centre up to participants o Exhibition Hall with more than m² o 1,400 rooms o Casino o Direct tram access (city centre & station) Conference Hotels 14,000 hotel rooms 200+ hotels

11 BORDEAUX THE CITY KEEPS MOVING FORWARD EXAMPLES OF NEW AND FUTURE PROJECTS MAJOR URBAN PROJECTS

DARWIN : FRENCH ECOSYSTEM DARWIN is an alternative place in Bordeaux dedicated to

spaces for graffiti artists, an organic grocery, Le Magasin Général restaurant, co-working

12 DARWIN : FRENCH ECOSYSTEM DARWIN is an alternative place in Bordeaux dedicated to responsible economic development, social entrepreneurship, ecological transition and citizen activism. It acts as a green economy hub, featuring an urban farm, an XXL skatepark, free expression spaces for graffiti artists, an organic grocery, Le Magasin Général restaurant, co-working spaces, permanent place for festive events, a bike-polo field, and a wellness centre (Le Bivouac), with a charming "found" décor. 20,000m² of ancient military wilderness by the river

Opened since January 2018 Le Musée de la Mer et de la Marine Designed by the architect Olivier

13 NEW URBAN PROJECTS Bordeaux Métropole Arena Designed by the French architect Rudy Riccioti A gauge of 2000 to spectators for cultural performances, concerts and sporting events. Opened since January 2018 Le Musée de la Mer et de la Marine Designed by the architect Olivier Brochet. Overall surface area : sqm, 7 floors, and 45m high. Exhibition, events Opening in Spring 2019

LA MECA MAISON DE L ÉCONOMIE CRÉATIVE ET DE LA CULTURE D AQUITAINE LA MECA Aims to assemble in one place three cultural agencies of the regional council: the: the FRAC (Fonds

Opening in 2019 A bored arch This monumental building that was imagined by the famous BIG agency will be located on the garonne riverbanks on the location of the former

14 LA MECA MAISON DE L ÉCONOMIE CRÉATIVE ET DE LA CULTURE D AQUITAINE LA MECA Aims to assemble in one place three cultural agencies of the regional council: the: the FRAC (Fonds régional d Art Contemporain)), the OARA (Office Artistique de la région Aquitaine) and the ECLA (écrit, cinéma, livre, audiovisuel Aquitaine). Opening in 2019 A bored arch This monumental building that was imagined by the famous BIG agency will be located on the garonne riverbanks on the location of the former slaughterhouses. It is a strong architectural statement. As the Guggenheim museum in Bilbao, La Meca aims to become one of the main symbol of Bordeaux. Integrated in the Euratlantique project MECA has a space of sqm on the riverfront.

15 BORDEAUX A CITY AT THE HEART OF A REGION OFFERING MULTIPLE ASSETS

16 BORDEAUX VINEYARDS BORDEAUX IS THE WORLD CAPITAL OF WINE & THE FRENCH WAY OF LIFE! Major assets of our destination : Wine tasting & winery visits Discover more than 5 different wine regions in the vicinity of Bordeaux Exceptional setting (châteaux & vineyards) for gala dinners, team-building and incentive events

17 VINEYARDS BORDEAUX North-East Côtes de Blaye Côtes de Bourg North-West (Médoc) Margaux Pauillac Saint-Estèphe Saint-Julien East Saint- Emilion Pomerol Fronsac South-West Graves Pessac- Léognan Sauternes Cadillac South-East Entre-deuxmers Sainte-Foy- Bordeaux

18 SAINT-EMILION BORDEAUX o Medieval jewel built by monks o UNESCO s World Heritage in o Churches, dungeons, catacombs o Underground church in the middle of the most famous wineyard in the world.

GIRONDE BORDEAUX WORLD HERITAGE IT IS ALSO Medieval abbeys

the Enlightenment philosopher Montesquieu Bourg, Blaye

defend the garonne river s estuary against possible English

Cazeneuve s castle, the 16th century Queen margot s jail

19 GIRONDE BORDEAUX WORLD HERITAGE IT IS ALSO Medieval abbeys and cities on the roads to santiago de Compostela Castle of the Enlightenment philosopher Montesquieu Bourg, Blaye visit of the fortifications built under the 17th century to defend the garonne river s estuary against possible English invasions Boat tours of Bordeaux or of the estuary (1 day) Cazeneuve s castle, the 16th century Queen margot s jail Castles and gothic churches linked to Pope Clement V (14th century)

20 ARCACHON BORDEAUX BAY A haven to sea birds (Le Teich) Boat trip on the bay Local products & oyster tasting in a fisherman cabin The highest sand dune in Europe : Dune du Pyla 45 mins away from Bordeaux

21 BORDEAUX A CITY WITH MANY ACCESSES

ACCESS BY TRAIN High speed train (TGV) Tramway to the station Bordeaux to Paris

CITY Paris Roissy Poitiers Toulouse Nantes Marseille Lille Strasbourg LENGTH 2h

Paris 4h45 London via Paris 6h30 Luxembourg via Paris 6h Geneva via Paris 6h30

22 ACCESS BY TRAIN High speed train (TGV) Tramway to the station Bordeaux to Paris in 2 hours, and to Roissy Charles de Gaulles Airport within 3 hours. CITY Paris Roissy Poitiers Toulouse Nantes Marseille Lille Strasbourg LENGTH 2h (20 direct trains/day) 3h 50min 2h15 4h 5h 4h30 5h30 FROM ABROAD Brussels Via Paris 4h45 London via Paris 6h30 Luxembourg via Paris 6h Geneva via Paris 6h30 Stuttgart via Paris 7h Amsterdam via Paris 6h30 Frankfurt via Paris 7h Madrid via Irun 7h40

23 BY AIR International airport : Bordeaux-Mérignac connection to 5 biggest European hubs. Paris CDG Paris Orly Amsterdam London Madrid and Lisbon Rome 6 flights/day, 15 flights/day 5 flights/day, 20 flights/day, 3 flights/day, 8 flights/day, 12 km from the city centre 15 km from the convention centre Direct tram from the city to the airport 2021

shuttle) 2216 bedrooms Bordeaux Lac Congress & meeting district (congress centre, 1400 hotels bedrooms) Chartrons,

24 URBAN TRANSPORTS Bordeaux s conurbation is equiped with : 3 tramway lines, a network of buses. Direct tram from the city to the airport 2021 Mériadeck business district 1350 bedrooms Towards the airport (bus & shuttle) 2216 bedrooms Bordeaux Lac Congress & meeting district (congress centre, 1400 hotels bedrooms) Chartrons, 18th century wine merchants district 750 bedrooms Bordeaux s historic centre : famous classical squares 990 bedrooms Train station 910 bedrooms

25 CONGRESS & EXHIBITION CENTRES

26 BORDEAUX LAC AN EASILY ACCESSIBLE CONGRESS DISTRICT In a modern and green district «Bordeaux lac» close to ring road and public transports 15 minutes from Bordeaux airport rooms reachable by foot Free visitors & organisers parking 15 minutes from the City centre (by tramway)

27 BORDEAUX LAC ONE DISTRICT WITH ALL CONGRESS INFRASTRUCTURES Exhibition centre Hôtels / Casino Congress centre

28 NEW HALL 1ST SEMESTER 2019 Brand new hall of approximately m2, m2 of exhibition space reconfigurable as a plenary hall (removable walls and mobile tiers) to welcome to participants. Meeting and subcommittee rooms for an overall gauge of seats, adaptable from 100 to 400 places

29 CONGRESS CENTRE Rebuilt in 2003 by the architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte, the Congress centre is located near the ring-road, 15 minutes away from the international airport, and is served by the urban transportation network. Ground floor Lobby and 2 main entrances Auditoriums A, B, C Exhibition and catering space (3000m²) 1st floor Stairs and elevator 10 meeting rooms La Mezzanine Auditorium A balcony

CITÉ MONDIALE Located in the Chartrons, the

the centre of the city near the wharfs of the

multipurpose space 10 committee rooms seating

30 CITÉ MONDIALE Located in the Chartrons, the 18th century district of wine merchants, in the centre of the city near the wharfs of the Garonne river, this convention centre has a 4 * Mercure hotel with 97 rooms. Auditorium of 300 seats m2 of multipurpose space 10 committee rooms seating 20 to 238 participants And one of the best views over Bordeaux from the top floor

31 HANGAR 14 Set along the waterfront, in the city centre, this modern and «blanck canvas» venue allows you to create tailored-made events. Two levels : groundfloor m2 and upper floor m2 Terrace of 600 m2 with panoramic views

LE PALAIS DE LA BOURSE This convention venue is set in a 18th

modular, hall 1 500 m2 A meeting space of 260 m² 7 prestige

32 LE PALAIS DE LA BOURSE This convention venue is set in a 18th century palace on the wharfs of the Garonne river in the city centre. One of the most beautiful spots of Bordeaux for the most elegant receptions m² auditorium of 190 seats with 2 adjacents rooms 1 modular, hall m2 A meeting space of 260 m² 7 prestige reception and meeting rooms fo the 18 th century on 426 m² A large meeting room, 3 further rooms and 1 large welcome/cocktail area, with a view on the Garonne river

33 ACCOMMODATION

34 ACCOMMODATION rooms hotels large choice of hotel rooms ranging 18 to 250 rooms new rooms in the city centre

35 OPENED IN 2018 The Radisson Blu Bordeaux : 125 rooms in the heart of les Bassins à Flot district. Putting Golf, Spa, 2 restaurants, 6 meeting rooms all with natural daylight. The Hilton Garden Inn: 166 rooms and 5 meeting rooms. This four-star hotel is close to the station, overlooking the Garonne.

36 EVENT VENUES & CHATEAUX

37 VENUES IN THE CITY CENTRE Some of Bordeaux s most elegant venues to host your event. Guests will keep unforgettable memories of the event thanks to the unique character of the venue, the quality of the food and of course, the finest wines. Former Storage House River Cruise Industrial Venue 18 th century palace Cité du Vin Art gallery Art Deco restaurant Art Gallery Wine Tasting venue

38 VENUES IN THE VINEYARDS Bordeaux harbours prestigious venues and stunning chateaux with superb receptive facilities for intimate board meetings, unforgettable gala dinners, wine tasting activities, product launches

39 BORDEAUX SOME EXCURSIONS IDEAS

anecdotes into a magnificent open-air theatre!

40 EXCURSIONS BORDEAUX IN BORDEAUX Pedestrian guided tour of the city. A walk in the streets of the Gironde s capital plunges the amateur of anecdotes into a magnificent open-air theatre! A 2 hour cruise lunch enjoying quality cuisine with the colors of the Gironde Estuary Cocktail 220 pax

BLEND BORDEAUX YOUR OWN WINE WINE MAKING ACADEMY : AN INNOVATIVE AND ORIGINAL TRAM BUILDING CONCEPT, THAT WILL WAKE UP THE OENOLOGIST IN YOU Work in teams and create your own wine vintage by blending

41 BLEND BORDEAUX YOUR OWN WINE WINE MAKING ACADEMY : AN INNOVATIVE AND ORIGINAL TRAM BUILDING CONCEPT, THAT WILL WAKE UP THE OENOLOGIST IN YOU Work in teams and create your own wine vintage by blending different grape varieties. Your blending will influence your choice of commercial, marketing and strategy. Create your vintage by blending different grapevarieties Choose a name for your wine and design the label for your bottle Develop the commercial & marketing strategy for your wine Do a blind-tasting of all the participants vintages Will your vintage become a grand Cru or an undrinkable wine?

Privatise exclusive places (workshops, showrooms) Visit designer worshop that are generally

42 CREATIVE BORDEAUX / ARTISTIC WORKSHOPS Our itineraries are created especially for you according to your desires! Privatise exclusive places (workshops, showrooms) Visit designer worshop that are generally not open to the public Meet a designer; Make your own custom-piece; Participate in workshop on fashion, textiles and accessories; Preview new collections before anyone.

EXPLORE BORDEAUX THE VINEYARDS Take the time to explore the

43 EXPLORE BORDEAUX THE VINEYARDS Take the time to explore the amazing châteaux along the winding roads of the Médoc vineyards during a vintage cars rally. At each stop you will visit a château, answer a few questions and of course drink a little wine! Enjoy a relaxed tour of the vineyards riding in a side-car and arrive in superb domains for visits and wine tasting. A truly magical experience!

44 THE VINEYARDS IN A HORSE-DRAWN CARRIAGE Visit some of the most georgeous Châteaux of Bordeaux at the pace of a horse team. Taste the famous wines and picnic in some of the private gardens of the châteaux. A ½ day or full day in the vineyards guided by a professional horse team driver.

45 HISTORY & CHALLENGES IN THE SAUTERNES medieval games royal banquets in full period dress caves and jails, dance the minuet Spend a medieval day in the Sauternes vineyards in a historical castle : medieval games caves and jails, royal banquets in full period dress dance the minuet Boost your teams spirits & have a go at: archery trial, mountain bike, Quads / 4x4, initiation to acrobatic games canoeing on the Ciron River

46 A DAY IN ARCACHON BAY Discover Arcachon Bay from the sea (from p) on a sail boat Stop at an oyster village to talk to the oyster farmer and taste a nice plate of oysters with a chilled glass of white wine, wholemeal bread and butter in one of its typical wooden huts. Discover the Caviar d Aquitaine Enjoy a bike ride / a segway trip in an authentic natural site, le Cap Ferret and tempt your palates with the «Dunes Blanches» Ascend the Dune du Pyla (117 metres high), the highest sand dune in Europe,

world-famous vineyard region and close to

pletoria of activities can come to life in

47 OTHER IDEAS OF ACTIVITIES Bordeaux is extremely well-situated in the heart of a world-famous vineyard region and close to Arcachon Bay, with its oyster ports and white sandy beaches. Thanks to the diversity its landscape, a pletoria of activities can come to life in our region. I invite you to discover a few examples : Team building & Incentive ideas

THE BORDEAUX CONVENTION BUREAU THE STRATEGIC PARTNER OF INCENTIVES & MEETING PLANNERS IN BORDEAUX 33 (0) 5 56 52 53 11

48 THE BORDEAUX CONVENTION BUREAU THE STRATEGIC PARTNER OF INCENTIVES & MEETING PLANNERS IN BORDEAUX 33 (0) Nathalie BEALE Senior Project Manager - Corporate Meetings n.beale@bordeaux-tourisme.com

49 Everyone has heard of Bordeaux experience it for yourself! Increase your number of attendees from 5% to 15%, Bordeaux is MAGNETIC!

BORDEAUX RIVERBOAT CRUISE 2020

BORDEAUX RIVERBOAT CRUISE 2020 29 MARCH - 5 APRIL 2020 YES, WE HAVE SAILED IN FRANCE BUT YOU HAVEN'T BEEN TO BORDEAUX. THE AREA IS FAMOUS FOR ITS WINES AND ITS UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES.THE MOST FAMOUS