A landmark of Bordeaux life, the Faïencerie is the new hostess of cultural events. Right in the heart of the city center, a stone’s throw from the quays and the Jacques Chaban-Delmas bridge, this unusual and original space welcomes Bordeaux residents. In the former Chartrons mill, the Faïencerie has been manufacturing fine earthenware and glassware since 1845. An authentic jewel of the Bordeaux region, this characterful venue brings together architectural, historical and artisanal heritage.
Its location gives it an ideal position, in a modern part of the city where culture is constantly developing. It is close to the Cap Sciences museum, which is part of the best places to bring your children the Wine city for a cultural approach to Bordeaux’s specialties, and the Base Sous-Marine for unique immersive exhibitions.
Anecdotes and curiosities about La Faïencerie
1. Symbol of the Industrial Revolution
Built in 1835, this former factory played a part in the industrialization of earthenware in France, before becoming a storage facility for barrels and then a loading dock on the Garonne River. In short, it’s one of the most significant symbols of the Industrial Revolution, a testimony to the history of the Docks. A true jewel of craftsmanship, its raw, industrial architecture contrasts with its strikingly modern appearance.
2. The largest receptive space in the heart of Bordeaux
As soon as you arrive, you enter La Bibliothèque, the 200 m2 “little room” with its warm industrial charm. This is followed by the main hall, La Fabrique, with a capacity of 600 people and a surface area of 1,200 m2. That’s all there is to it! And if that wasn’t enough, La Boxes completes the space with its 170 m2 of totally soundproofed space, so you can enjoy music at the volume you want, without disturbing the neighbors!
What can you do at La Faïencerie?
This converted hangar is now used as a reception hall, and its spaces can be rented and fitted out for any type of event. If you’re planning an extravagant wedding or anniversary in the next few years, this is perfect for you! And if your boss is looking for a place to hold the next team party, you can drop him a line.
Recently, la Faïencerie also hosted artistic events, such as the Candlelight concerts and Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition. So who knows what the future holds?
24 Rue de la Faïencerie
33000 Bordeaux
It’s the nightly rendezvous for the most wide-awake music lovers in La Belle Endormie. After illuminating the mythical Church of Notre-Dame and the sumptuous Cloister of Beaulieu, the candlelight concerts took over the legendary Faïencerie Vieillard, rounding off the line-up a list of sumptuous locations to welcome Candlelight. If you missed them, don’t worry, they’ll be back..