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Porte Cailhau, Bordeaux

#21 among attractions in Bordeaux

City gate, Historical place
Porte Cailhau

Facts and practical information

The Porte Cailhau or Porte du Palais is a gate in the city of Bordeaux, in the French department of Gironde. It served as both a defensive gate and a triumphal arch. It is classified as a historical monument since May 28, 1883.

Alternative names: Architectural style: GothicCoordinates: 44°50'19"N, 0°34'9"W
Address

23-24 Place du PalaisHôtel de Ville QuinconcesBordeaux 33000 France

Contact
+33 9 53 92 01 44
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Day trips

Porte Cailhau – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bordeaux Cathedral, Miroir d'eau, Tour Pey Berland, Place des Quinconces.

  • bordeaux cathedral0.4 miW
  • miroir deau bordeaux~1130 ftN
  • tour pey berland bordeaux~1930 ftW
  • place des quinconces bordeaux0.5 miN
  • grand theatre bordeaux~1960 ftNW
  • basilica of st michael bordeaux~1820 ftSE
  • pont de pierre bordeaux~1680 ftE
  • palais rohan bordeaux0.5 miW
  • place de la bourse bordeaux~620 ftN
  • musee daquitaine bordeaux~1830 ftSW
  • chateau du ha bordeaux0.5 miW

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Porte Cailhau?

Nearby attractions include Place de la Bourse, Bordeaux (4 min walk), Musée national des douanes, Bordeaux (5 min walk), Parliament Square, Bordeaux (6 min walk), St. Paul's Church, Bordeaux (6 min walk).

How to get to Porte Cailhau by public transport?

The nearest stations to Porte Cailhau:

Tram
  • Place du Palais • Lines: A (2 min walk)
  • Porte de Bourgogne • Lines: A, C, D (5 min walk)

Bus
  • Salinières • Lines: 16, 24 (6 min walk)
  • Porte de Bourgogne • Lines: 16, 24, TBNight (6 min walk)

Train
  • Bordeaux-Saint-Jean (29 min walk)

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