Excursions,Cultural & Social Activities
The cultural activities offered after daily French lessons are well worth trying. They are an excellent way for individuals to discover a beautiful city and region, an experience which will broaden knowledge of the French language, culture and history. Students may choose 'à la carte,' from a wide range of activities, once at the center. All entrance fees, transportation, etc. are at additional cost.
Examples of activities include:
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Guided tour of Bordeaux 18th and 19th architecture and historical monuments
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Wine lecture and tasting
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A guided tour of the 'CAPC', Bordeaux modern art museum - an internationally renowned museum located in a spectacular warehouse
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Full day excursion to the Arcachon Bay and Dune du Pyla - the highest sand dune in Europe which offers a breathtaking view of the Atlantic ocean and pine forest
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A guided tour of the 'Aquitaine Museum' - historical regional museum, interesting for its history of the Bordeaux wine trade and commerce from 17th to 19th century
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Cheese lecture and tasting (with wine)
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Guided tour of the St André cathedral
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Full day excursion to St Emilion and vineyards
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Cookery lesson
Programs can be arranged relating to your profession, cultural tastes and personal interests, such as :
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Opera
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Theatre
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Concerts
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Visits to historical châteaux
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Guided tour of ornithological park
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Sporting activities like water-sports on the Atlantic coast, golf, horseback riding, etc.
For those who do not wish to participate the proposed cultural activities, full details regarding excursions and visits can be suggested by the school. The school also regularly informs students of free social events and activities organized in and around Bordeaux, such as concerts, festivals, exhibitions, conferences etc.
Excursions,Cultural & Social Activities
The cultural activities offered after daily French lessons are well worth trying. They are an excellent way for individuals to discover a beautiful city and region, an experience which will broaden knowledge of the French language, culture and history. Students may choose 'à la carte,' from a wide range of activities, once at the center. All entrance fees, transportation, etc. are at additional cost.