Burdeos
France
Updated on August 28, 2025
Overview
Bordeaux is the world capital of wine and the sixth largest urban area in France, located in the southwest of the country on the banks of the Garonne River. With over one million inhabitants in its metropolitan area, it is a historic port city renowned for its 18th-century architecture, exceptional wine heritage, and vibrant cultural life. The historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Average cost of living€2,075.00
Quality of Life85/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€450.00
1-bed flat (center)€800.00
1-bed flat (outside)€650.00
3-bed flat (center)€1,500.00
3-bed flat (outside)€1,200.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€120.00
Internet€35.00
Mobile plan€25.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€1.70
Monthly pass€45.00
Taxi start€3.20
Gasoline (1 l)€1.65
Leisure
Cinema ticket€11.00
Fitness club€45.00
Education
Preschool (month)€380.00
Intl. primary (year)€6,500.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€4,200.00
sqm outside center€3,100.00
Advantages
- ✓ World wine capital with access to exceptional vineyards
- ✓ Historic architecture and rich cultural heritage
- ✓ Excellent quality of life and Mediterranean atmosphere
- ✓ Good connectivity to Paris and other European cities
- ✓ Dynamic university city with active nightlife
- ✓ Proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and beaches
- ✓ Modern public transport system with tram
Disadvantages
- × Relatively high cost of living, especially housing
- × Competitive job market outside the tourism sector
- × Humid climate with frequent winter rains
- × Congested traffic in the historic center
- × High prices in restaurants and nightlife
- × Fewer job opportunities than Paris or Lyon