Bordeaux Wine and Slave Trade History Walking Tour

Discover Bordeaux’s Chartrons district, where wine and trade history intersect in an engaging 2-hour walking tour. Starting at the Bourse Maritime, this tour unveils Bordeaux's evolution from Roman times to a thriving 17th and 18th-century trade center, exploring how wine and colonial trade—including its challenging history—shaped the city. Wander among grand merchant houses, see landmarks like the Lainé warehouse, and visit the statue of Modeste Testas, honoring those affected by Bordeaux’s past in the transatlantic slave trade. Uncover wine innovations, hidden gems, and stories of influential figures who helped establish Bordeaux’s global wine reputation.