10 Things to Do in Bordeaux in June

The city of Bordeaux is considered the wine capital of France and is definitely one of the most interesting tourist destinations in Europe. Itscultural offeris very diverse throughout the year but, specifically, during the month of June, there are plenty of things to do to coincide with the beginning of summer.

Wine and wine country are two of Bordeaux's main tourist attractions, so one of the best things to do in June is to take part in a picnic at one of the region's many wineries. It has become an annual tradition that during the first weekend of this month different vineyards open their doors so that both local citizens and tourists can tour their fields for free.

The exact list of the Medoc and St Emilion wineries that participate in this cycle of open doors in June changes every year. We suggest you book a guided tour and book an excursion to St Emilion to learn about the production process behind the different appellations of the region.

In addition, you should also keep in mind that the best wine tours in Bordeaux take care of all the necessary logistics so you can enjoy the experience without worrying about transport or paying specialists in the history of these wineries.

The Le Haillan Chanté festival is an event held every year in mid-June in the district of Le Haillan. Basically, it is a week in which lovers of traditional French music can enjoy a cultural atmosphere in which up to 10 different concerts are offered.

The best thing to do is to find out if the concerts that coincide with your visit appeal to you, as ideally you can also go sightseeing in the area. For example, the Bordeaux City Pass gives you access to important musical institutions in the city such as the Bordeaux National Opera, among many others.

Oysters are part of the culinary culture of the South of France and during the month of June the Saint Augustin district celebrates its own gastronomic festival. Basically, it's a free fair where, throughout the day, different restaurants and families sell dishes in which oysters are the main ingredient. If you prefer, you can also book a gastronomic tour of the city.

The event also extends into the evening where there are usually free concerts and the whole neighbourhood turns into a kind of street party celebrating the start of summer.

In any case, you should know that the date usually chosen for this festival is the first weekend of the month, so a good way to take advantage of this date in Bordeaux is to visit the coastal town of Arcachon.

In the northern suburbs of Bordeaux lies the suburb of Blanquefort and within this beautiful community is one of the most interesting festivals of the whole month of June. It's a family event that fuses theatre, dance, circus... to bring these aspects to the youngest members of the family.

The exact location changes every year, but the most common is that over the three or four days of the festival, different parks in the neighbourhood are chosen so that tourists have the opportunity to get to know the whole area. Parc Majolan is often a favourite alternative within the organisational scheme of the event.

However, you should know that touring the residential neighbourhoods on the outskirts of Bordeaux is one of the best ways to explore the city, even if you're not really interested in the festival. In fact, it's one of those recommended things to do in Bordeaux in May, knowing that many of them have excellent cycling routes along the Garonne River, ideal for the May weather.

The châteaux of the Cadillac Côtes vineyards are one of the greatest architectural treasures of the Bordeaux region and, unfortunately, for most of the year they tend to have a rather restricted visiting itinerary. Fortunately, during the month of June this region also organises an open house weekend where they offer guided tours completely free of charge.

The event usually takes place during the first weekend of the month and around 45 different Chateaux usually open their doors during this weekend and my recommendation is to rent a car so you can explore at your leisure.

The month of June is synonymous with diversity and inclusion in many parts of the world and the LGBT Pride march usually takes place around this time in the main cities of the northern hemisphere. It usually takes place on the second or third Saturday in June.

Its starting point is always the Parc des Angeliques, until it reaches the famous Place des Quinconces and then continues the night in bars and nightclubs throughout the city.

The event is one of the most important pride marches in France and is usually part of the itinerary of many people's one-day visit to Bordeaux. Hundreds of tourists come to the city on their way through the south of France, just to enjoy this festival that celebrates diversity and inclusion of all people.

Moroe is the French word for 'cod' and, interestingly, your visit to Bordeaux in June coincides with one of Bordeaux' s best gastronomic traditions. It's a festival that takes place in Bègles, in the south of the city, where cod is the main protagonist and the festival usually takes place during the last weekend of the month.

The experience is much more entertaining than you might think because it also includes cooking workshops, academic exhibitions, free tastings and culinary conferences.

Best of all, access to the festival is completely free and can be part of the highlights of a three-day visit to Bordeaux, which is enough time to venture out into the city's suburbs to experience the authentic culture of the locals.

On June 21st, one of the most representative French traditions of the national culture takes place. It is the Fête de la Musique and it is an event that celebrates music regardless of its genre and its place of origin. In the city of Bordeaux there are clearly activities related to this special date and, therefore, throughout the day you will find different free concerts and street parties in different parts of the city.

My recommendation for you to enjoy the French-style music festival is to visit the most touristic areas of the city such as the squares of the central district or the different parks on the eastern and western banks of the Garonne River.

Enjoy the music at the free, urban concerts and then head to a bar to continue the evening is the best way to experience this if your two-day visit to Bordeaux coincides with 21 June.

As Bordeaux is considered the wine capital of France it's no surprise that there is a festival specifically dedicated to celebrating this aspect of its culture. It takes place during the end of June, almost always during the third or fourth weekend of the month.

The festival, as well as being an excellent opportunity to learn about the region's wine production, is also known for the fact that large sailing boats often dock along the banks of the Garonne River.

During the festival there are many free tastings and samplings, and it is also possible to visit the sailing boats at rates that depend on the organisation of each of the wineries that rent them.

In the forest of Cabiros in Landiras, a village about 45 minutes south of the centre of Bordeaux, there is a medieval festival which is very famous in the area.

It recreates some medieval traditions with people dressed in medieval costumes and the place is decorated for the occasion. It's definitely one of the best things to do with kids in Bordeaux.

The festival as such usually lasts two days in total and is most commonly held on the first or second weekend of the month. To get here conveniently you'll need to hire a car, although you could also use Bordeaux's public buses. Tickets for an adult on a single date of the festival cost **around 20 euros **.

Temperatures in Bordeaux during the month of June are quite favourable as highs are usually 27°C, while lows are around 18°C on cold nights. More extreme variations are possible if there is a heat wave during your visit.

The number of tourists in Bordeaux during the month of June is one of the highest of the year because it is the beginning of summer. This translates into crowded parks and monuments, so booking in advance is the safest bet for any activity.

Travelling to Bordeaux during June is also a more expensive experience as demand for accommodation and restaurants triples due to it being the most touristy time of the year.

Bordeaux tends to be quite humid when the temperatures rise, so I advise you to pack breathable clothing and plenty of sunscreen. It is also important to pack comfortable shoes, as walking along the city's streets is a necessary part of exploring the city for sightseeing.