Join the party in the vineyards!
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Festivals : vineyards to the sound of music!Jazz in Bergerac, swing in Monségur in Entre-deux-Mers, the citadel theatre in Blaye, reggae or classical music in Médoc… and not forgetting the biannual Bordeaux wine festival …the art of wine mixes very easily with music!
Bordeaux
Jazz and Wine FestivalThe Jazz and Wine Festival attracts the best European and American jazz musicians to the Bordeaux region, the world’s most famous wine area. From June to September, formations set up just for the evening, with original compositions and standards, perform in some of the most emblematic wine estates in the Bordeaux region. A wine tasting follows the concert.
Contact : Festival Jazz and Wine Tel. +33 (0)5 56 51 93 28 Web : www.jazzandwine.org Start date : 30/06/11 End date : 01/09/11   ;)
Bordeaux Wine FestivalHeld on the quays, at the heart of the district listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO, all lovers of wine, gastronomy, festivals and culture are invited to share this time of jubilation and celebration. An exceptional programme for both connoisseurs and amateurs, where everyone can discover the architectural beauty of the city, its cultural riches and above all, the 57 wine appellations and multiple attractions of the region.
Contact : Office de Tourisme de Bordeaux Tel. +33 (0)5 56 00 66 00 Email : otb@bordeaux-tourisme.com Web : www.bordeaux-fete-le-vin.com Start date : 28/06/2012 End date : 01/07/2012 Médoc;)
"Reggae Sun Ska"The Reggae Sun Ska festival is now the Reggae get-together of the summer. A three-day program of Reggae, World, Electro and Hip Hop in an incredible sunny site amidst the vineyards. Also cinema, conference, exhibitions. Worth noting: Reggae Sun Ska is part of an eco-citizen movement working on sustainable development. Rates:
Contact : Association Music'action Tel. + 33 (0)5 56 73 91 14 / Fax + 33 (0)5 56 73 93 48 Email : info@reggaesunska.com Web : www.reggaesunska.com Opening information : August Start date : 05/08/2011 End date : 07/08/2011 ;)
Music festival in the MédocWinners of great international classical music competitions perform in the prestigious setting of the Médoc wine growing estates. Rate : 32€ (children - 12 years old : free)
Contact : Estivales de Musiques au Coeur du Médoc Email : president@estivales-musique-medoc.com Web : www.estivales-musique-medoc.com Opening information : 21h00 + tasting Start date : 30/06/2011 End date : 12/07/2011 |
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A trip down the River Baïse or the Garonne Canal
Old stones and gourmet delights
