Bordeaux may be famous for its esteemed position as a wine making region, but it also punches above its weight as a destination for athletic travel. Located on the banks of sluggish Garonne River as it makes its way to emptying into the Atlantic.

Mama Shelter’s Bordeaux property maintains the riské theme, while ensuring guests have a restful stay. Expect simply bedroom with some creative finishes but a general simple aesthetic and no frustrating pillows of bed throw.

Training Notes

Bordeaux offers excellent running, cycling, and swimming options. For swimming, there’s an Olympic swimming pool at Piscine Judaïque. Runners can enjoy an athletics track at Stade Henri Danflous.

Cyclists can rent road bikes from various shops like Cool Bike and Bordeaux Bike Experience, and explore scenic routes such as the Roger Lapébie bike path.

Swimmers Piscine Judaïque on the West side of the Garonne, while Piscine Galin is more sporty and on the East bank just over two miles from Mama Shelter.

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