The European Heritage Days took place at several Bordeaux Port Authority sites, welcoming young and old alike for 3 days of discovery.
A dense program for 3 days of immersion in maritime and port issues!
- - On Friday September 19, Bordeaux's new port center opened its doors to the general public for the first time.
After a stroll through its educational rooms and the viewing of a film presenting the journey of a ship through the estuary, participants were able to enter the naval hub of the Bassins à flot (usually closed to the public) for a guided tour of the historic infrastructures still essential to the life of the river (quays, dry docks...).
- - On Saturday September 20, around a hundred visitors had the opportunity to discover the Bassens terminal and its various strategic activities for the regional economy. After a welcome at the harbor master's office, the nerve center of maritime traffic surveillance, the participants were able to see the various port installations and tools, the goods transported and stored, and learn more about the various trades essential to welcoming ships. These bus tours, organized in several departures throughout the day, offered young and old alike a unique experience exploring both the past and future of Bassens' maritime heritage.
- - And all weekend long, visitors to the Espace Culturel Jean Parès in Le Verdon-sur-Mer were able to discover or rediscover the "100 Years in 100 Photos" exhibition celebrating 100 years since the creation of the port facility.
