Hangar 14 (Exhibition Space), Bordeaux
Operating since the 1930s as a storage facility for the harbor, Hangar 14 has been rejuvenated through an extensive urban revitalization initiative aimed at reimagining the city's iconic locations, including the historic port along the Garonne River. Elements of the original façade have been deliberately preserved and harmoniously melded with contemporary industrial design elements, resulting in a distinctive and eclectic aesthetic.
In 1999, the revitalized Hangar 14 welcomed the public, transforming into a versatile venue catering to trade shows, exhibitions, galas, and more. Spanning 5,400 square meters across two levels, the venue is infused with abundant natural light. Situated in the venerable Chartrons district, it stands as an ideal choice for hosting trade shows, professional gatherings, public events, product launches, roadshows, elegant evening affairs, as well as academic and specialized examinations. Encompassing a panoramic terrace, the venue offers a setting for events where attendees can unwind while relishing the breathtaking vistas of the Garonne River. The venue's prominence, owing to its strategic placement along a major city-center thoroughfare, positions it as a prime locale for events targeting a sizable audience.
In 1999, the revitalized Hangar 14 welcomed the public, transforming into a versatile venue catering to trade shows, exhibitions, galas, and more. Spanning 5,400 square meters across two levels, the venue is infused with abundant natural light. Situated in the venerable Chartrons district, it stands as an ideal choice for hosting trade shows, professional gatherings, public events, product launches, roadshows, elegant evening affairs, as well as academic and specialized examinations. Encompassing a panoramic terrace, the venue offers a setting for events where attendees can unwind while relishing the breathtaking vistas of the Garonne River. The venue's prominence, owing to its strategic placement along a major city-center thoroughfare, positions it as a prime locale for events targeting a sizable audience.
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Sight Name: Hangar 14 (Exhibition Space)
Sight Location: Bordeaux, France (See walking tours in Bordeaux)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Bordeaux, France (See walking tours in Bordeaux)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Bordeaux, France
Create Your Own Walk in Bordeaux
Creating your own self-guided walk in Bordeaux is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Bordeaux Food Tour
Widely acclaimed for its prestigious wines, Bordeaux is also a prominent gastronomic destination in France. The local cuisine reflects the advantages of being a port city on the Atlantic coastline (with its fish and shellfish galore) and a carnivore country.
Perhaps the best place to start your culinary adventure here is the bustling Capuchins Market (Marché des Capucins), where you can savor... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
Perhaps the best place to start your culinary adventure here is the bustling Capuchins Market (Marché des Capucins), where you can savor... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
Architectural Jewels Walking Tour
Napoleon Bonaparte referred to Bordeaux as "The Sleeping Beauty" upon seeing its classical architecture when visiting the city. In his turn, Honore de Balzac, the renowned French novelist, impressed by Bordeaux's timeless charm and elegance described it as "an extraordinary town".
Indeed, Bordeaux is one of Europe's most original architectural centers. More... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.4 Km or 1.5 Miles
Indeed, Bordeaux is one of Europe's most original architectural centers. More... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.4 Km or 1.5 Miles
Bordeaux Introduction Walking Tour
Bordeaux’s story begins long before vineyards and grand squares – its earliest name, Burdigala, suggests a Celtic origin tied to rich soil and waterways. Over time, its location on the meandering Garonne shaped both its identity and destiny. As the river curves through the city, it forms a crescent: hence Bordeaux’s poetic nickname, Port of the Moon, a name used since the Middle Ages to... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.9 Km or 2.4 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.9 Km or 2.4 Miles
Historical Churches Walking Tour
Once dubbed “The Sleeping Beauty” (La Belle au Bois Dormant), Bordeaux owes its nickname, in large part, to its impossibly beautiful religious architecture. Indeed, given the abundance of historical churches, cathedrals, and basilicas in this city, it's no wonder that a good half of Bordeaux is a UNESCO-listed Heritage Site. Let's delve into the significance of some of them.
The... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
The... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles






