CHABAN PLATRERIE

Bordeaux blends centuries of wine tradition with a city that feels effortlessly alive. Historic streets, endless vineyards, and world-class reds… all in one place 🍷

Apparently it doesn't open in the winter because there aren't many cruise ships passing by. I'd love to see it open!

An amazing "drawbridge" that the whole middle section of the bridge goes up and down when ships come into port. Very cool experience to see the bridge rise and fall before and after the ship has translated.

The Pont Jacques Chaban Delmas (2013) over the Garonne River in Bordeaux, France, has a central section which can be lifted 53 meters to allow ocean-going cruise ships to sail up the river to the city center.

This bridge is HUGE! I was wondering what those four pillars are while I was still far away but then realized that its a bridge. I've yet to see this one in action like when theres a boat crossing and the bridge will lift 'the road. There is also a possibility to go up. However, I think you need special permit for that. There were a few people- I think its their field trip, that went to the top. I tried to go with them but was not allowed to.

Great for an evening run or bike. This is europes the longest span vertical lift bridge. We were lucky to see the vertical lift during our stay in Bordeaux. There was a cruise « seven seas voyager » and we caught this during the cruises departure from Bordeaux. Also you can get a good look at this bridge while taking a river cruise.

The Pont Jacques Chaban-Delmas in Bordeaux is a marvel of engineering. As the tallest vertical-lift bridge in Europe, it gracefully lifts its central span to accommodate maritime traffic on the Garonne River. The lifting mechanism, resembling a harmonious ballet, allows large vessels to pass beneath, showcasing a seamless blend of functionality and architectural elegance. Observing the Pont Jacques Chaban-Delmas in action is a testament to human ingenuity and enhances the overall allure of Bordeaux's waterfront.

Impressing architecture of a bridge (surely built to let cruise liners pass). For pedestrians there are some spaces to sit and take photos of the pylons or the view from the bridge. Offeres nice views to Cite du Vin, to Pont d'Aquitaine, and to the city of Bordeaux. Reachable by tramway or by walk along the river Garonne. Walking along the riverside vis-à-vis Bordeaux city centre leads you through former harbour areas that have been turned into parks and leisure areas (including the Botanical Garden).