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Square Dom Bedos
Rue Jacques d'Welles,
Square Dom Bedos in Bordeaux is a historical and cultural venue located in the heart of the city center.
Here are the main ways to get there:
By foot
Square Dom Bedos is located in the heart of the Sainte-Croix district, in close proximity to iconic landmarks such as the Sainte-Croix Abbey (Abbatiale Sainte-Croix), the TNBA (Théâtre National de Bordeaux en Aquitaine), and the Fine Arts School (École Supérieure des Beaux-Arts). It is a green space that is easily accessible on foot from Saint-Jean railway station or the riverbanks (quais).
Bike
LE VELO (self-service bikes): There are several stations near Square Dom Bedos, notably one at Sainte-Croix, another at Place Renaudel / TNBA, and at Gare Saint-Jean.
Public transport
(TBM - Transports Bordeaux Métropole)Tram :
- Lines C, D, and F: Sainte-Croix stop (just a 2-minute walk).
- Line B: Victoire stop (about a 10-minute walk).
Bus :
- Line 24: Sainte-Croix stop.
- Line 15: Capucins stop.
- Lines 1, 20, and G: Gustave Eiffel stop.
By car
Parking: The nearest parking lots are Parking Sainte-Croix and Parking André Meunier, both just a few minutes away on foot.
It is important to note that the city centre is largely pedestrianised, so traffic and parking may be limited.
By taxi or VTC Taxi
VTC services (Uber, Bolt, etc.) are available in Bordeaux and can drop you off directly nearby.
Getting to Bordeaux
Attending the Connect festival from out of town? Here are several options to easily reach the Bordeaux metropolitan area.
By Train
The main entry point by train is Gare de Bordeaux Saint-Jean, located just a 10-minute walk or a few minutes by public transit from the festival site.
- TGV InOui / Ouigo: Bordeaux is just 2 hours from Paris (Gare Montparnasse), 3 hours from Toulouse, and 4 hours 15 minutes from Lille.
- Low-carbon travel: To easily plan your train journey, you can use the Hourrail platform.
By Plane
Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (BOD) serves numerous French and European cities.
From the airport:
- Tramway: Tram Line A connects the airport directly to downtown Bordeaux.
- Bus : The Direct 30′ shuttle or Bus Line 39 provide easy connections to key spots across the metro area.
By Car / Carpooling
Bordeaux is easily accessible via several major highways:
- Road Network: A10 (from Paris/North), A62 (from Toulouse/South-East), A89 (from Lyon/East), and A63 (from Spain/South-West).
- Carpooling: Consider using carpooling platforms to lower your carbon footprint and share travel costs.
- Park & Ride (P+R): If you are arriving by car, we recommend parking at one of the many Park & Ride lots located on the outskirts of the city and continuing your journey on the TBM Tramway network.
By Long-Distance Bus
Several coach companies (FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus) serve Bordeaux.
- Main Drop-off Point: Most buses drop off passengers at Gare Saint-Jean or Quai de Paludate, allowing for quick access to Square Dom Bedos.
Accessibility
Have a question or a specific request? Contact us directly via our contact form.
Important information
- Mobility Impaired Access : The venue is fully accessible for visitors with reduced mobility (PRM).
- Equipment Available : Vibrating vests are available free of charge for the public during concerts.
- Venue Map : A detailed map will be available online very soon.