Burgundy Gate

The Porte de Bourgogne, in Bordeaux

The Porte de Bourgogne is a majestic monumental gate of the eighteenth century, at the entrance of the Pont de Pierre in Bordeaux. The Bordeaux audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this classical triumphal arch, which marks the passage between the river and old Bordeaux.

The triumphal arch at the entrance of the bridge

The Porte de Bourgogne is one of the fine monumental gates of Bordeaux, which marks the entrance of the town from the Pont de Pierre and the Garonne. Built in the eighteenth century, during the great transformation of the town by the intendants, it was designed as a triumphal arch of classical style, in the image of the grandeur that was wanted to be given to the town. Its sober and imposing architecture, adorned with motifs and topped with a pediment, makes it a majestic entrance, worthy of welcoming the travellers arriving by the river or by the bridge. The gate opens onto the old district and the historic heart of Bordeaux. A witness of the embellishment of the town in the Age of Enlightenment, the Porte de Bourgogne is a remarkable element of the heritage and a major landmark on the quays of the Garonne.

What to see

You admire the majestic monumental gate of the eighteenth century, a triumphal arch of classical style adorned with motifs and topped with a pediment, which marks the entrance of the town from the Pont de Pierre and the Garonne, opening onto the historic heart of Bordeaux. The Porte de Bourgogne is a major landmark of the quays. It is a must-see stop, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

The Porte de Bourgogne lies at the entrance of the Pont de Pierre, on the quays of the Garonne, in the heart of Bordeaux, reachable on foot and by public transport. It is an open-air monument, freely visible from the public space. You discover it during a walk along the quays.

What is the Porte de Bourgogne in Bordeaux?

A majestic monumental gate of the eighteenth century, a triumphal arch of classical style built during the great transformation of the town, which marks the entrance of Bordeaux from the Pont de Pierre and the Garonne.

Where is the Porte de Bourgogne?

At the entrance of the Pont de Pierre, on the quays of the Garonne, in the heart of Bordeaux, in France.