Shopping Bordeaux, France

Rue Sainte-Catherine

The city’s main shopping thoroughfare is also Europe’s longest pedestrian street. At the heart of Bordeaux’s commercial activities, Rue Sainte-Catherine is at its liveliest during France’s twice-yearly sales. Fashion, sport, culture, electronics... One by one for more than a kilometre, major brands proclaim their steep discounts. To combine shopping with sightseeing, start at Place de la Comédie and its neoclassic Grand Théâtre. Then continue on towards Place de la Victoire, a grand plaza lined with cafes and restaurants. Along the way, numerous terraces invite you to take a relaxing break in the calm without cars.