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Bordeaux isn’t just a wine capital; it stands as one of France’s most romantic cities.

In the world’s collective imagination, the city of love in France is undoubtedly Paris. However, couples seeking a romantic experience in France can also look southward to the famed wine capital of Bordeaux.

In fact, hotel booking platform Holidu recently ranked the most romantic cities in France, and Bordeaux took the crown! Renowned for its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, cradled by the poetic rivers Garonne and Dordogne, and adorned with distinctive architecture, museums, bars, wine cellars and especially vineyards, this enchanting blend of wine and nature serves as the perfect backdrop for a dream getaway.

For oenophiles, Bordeaux is considered the wine capital of the world. For couples, it offers an impeccable climate and romantic spaces to relish their honeymoon or vacation to the fullest. Is there a more delightful feeling than strolling hand in hand through vineyards, serenaded by birdsong, with the gentle breeze rustling your hair and the sun kissing your skin?

A walk in place Fernand-Lafargue

The Saint-Pierre area is the historical heart of Bordeaux. While charming by day, this bustling area exudes a special allure by night and becomes a hub for travelers and locals to gather. Amidst a variety of restaurants, wine bars and trendy cafes, everyone will find what they seek at Place Fernand-Lafargue, Rue Saint-James and Rue du Parlement Saint-Pierre. Most bars cluster in pedestrian zones, and you can even dance in some of them.

If you’re considering inviting your beloved for dinner, imagine the impact of entering a wine cellar and ordering a bottle of Château Beauregard (Beautiful Gaze). Poetic words, accompanied by a glass of the great estate’s 2014 vintage – a deep crimson elixir, as velvety as a rose’s delicate petal – will undoubtedly cause hearts to swoon.

Experience the finest selection of wines in Bordeaux

Declare your love at point Rouge Restaurant

If you’ve reached the point where a confession of love is imminent, the upscale Point Rouge (No.1 Quai de Paludate, 33800, Bordeaux) restaurant is your ideal destination. Present a bottle of Château la Fleur Peilhan Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2002, a red with a rich ruby hue. The profound fragrance of deep-hued dark fruits is veiled by the earthy dampness of the forest floor, the essence of cedarwood and the aroma of freshly ground coffee. The taste of black fruit on the palate exhibits an exceptional concentration, while the sensation of tannins remains robust and velvety – a perfect accompaniment to an unforgettable and romantic evening.

A romantic proposal dinner on the Garonne river

When it comes to orchestrating a marriage proposal, you might consider a dinner cruise on the Garonne River.

Like Paris’s famed Bateaux Mouche, but with a Bordelaise essence, you’ll share moments of wonder as you explore the city’s heritage. Depending on your chosen time, enjoy wine on board, followed by lunch or dinner. After a splendid sunset, you’ll see sights like Quai Richelieu and Place de la Bourse illuminated at night.

This voyage becomes a true romantic journey when it is crowned, crowned by a proposal with a bottle of Château Calon-Ségur Saint-Estèphe 2000, adorned with a heart on its label. This wine ranks as the fourth vintage in the Grand Cru Classé 1855 classification, and the year 2000 is regarded as a superb vintage by connoisseurs.