The Bordeaux World Heritage site is the largest urban entity to be so honoured. It covers 1,810 hectares, or half of the city, from the outer boulevards to the banks of the Garonne. Bordeaux has been classified a “City of Art and History” and is home to one of Europe’s largest collection of 18th-Century architecture! The city boasts the largest square in Europe (Esplanade des Quinconces) and lots of amazing sights, such as Porte Cailhau, The church of St Pierre, the Cité du Vin, Pont-de-Pierre and much more.
Surrounding Bordeaux are the world-renowned vineyards and wine châteaux !