If your trip to Floirac is all sorted out but your travel itinerary is a bit on the empty side, we can give you a helping hand.Sometimes short drives are enjoyable too. Just down the road, The City of Wine and Cap Sciences will keep you entertained. Want some more nearby options? Pont de Pierre is also worth a pit stop.

Bouliac and Cenon are some great places you might like to stop by. Both offer plenty to do and a decent variety of accommodations. Bouliac is 1 mile away, and Cenon is 1 mile.

Fling a bucket in the back seat and go for an outing to one of the area’s beautiful seaside stretches for some beachcombing fun. See how many fascinating treasures you can find sprinkled along the shoreline before you journey back to Floirac. Some of the top beaches to jot down are:

• Plage du Lac (4 miles away).
• Libourne plage (16 miles away).

Here on a work trip? You’ll be happy to know that Bordeaux Congress Center has some terrific hotels, restaurants and cafés close by. It’s situated 4 miles from Floirac.

Firstly, be sure the car you select for your Floirac escape will fit the whole gang and your luggage. After you’ve done that, think about where your travels will take you. If you’re going to spend most of your time in downtown Bordeaux (which is just 3 miles away), pick a smaller vehicle so you can zip in and out of the city traffic with ease. Is the open road calling you? Choose a car that offers a little more room to move.

You’ll be glad to know that there’s a great range of luxurious vehicles to rent in Floirac. What you opt for will depend on how much you’re willing to spend as well as what you plan to do. Specialty and prestige vehicles offer the best in comfort and class. If you’re splashing out, why not pick up an elite SUV, or perhaps a stylish medium-sized sedan? On the other hand, if you’re just after a car to get you around town as cheaply as possible, we can help you out with a budget compact vehicle (or something else that won’t burn a hole in your pocket).

You’ll need to stick to the right when driving in Floirac. In addition, exercise a bit of extra caution if it’s your first time on the road here. Once you have a feel for the roads, you can relax and enjoy the scenery!

With Bordeaux having a modest population of roughly 231,800, traffic isn’t a massive worry in neighborhoods like Floirac. As with most destinations, the roads are busier during the work-time commute. Try to avoid those times if you want to reach your destination faster.

It’s relatively easy to find a car space in Floirac, though it can be hard to secure a spot in the biggest and busiest streets. Booking a hotel with a parking lot is always a good idea.

The speed limits in Floirac are similar to the rest of Bordeaux, ranging from 50km/h to 130km/h. To ensure the safety of both pedestrians and drivers, a default speed limit of 50km/h applies to residential zones.

One of two things will happen. Your rental company may charge the amount stated on the fine to your credit card. This is the usual practice. Or it may pass on your contact information to local authorities so the fine is sent directly to you.

They sure are. However, there are some exceptions for vehicles used by public transportation systems.

If you have hands-free or Bluetooth functions enabled, you can lawfully use your cell phone while driving around Floirac. But be sure to keep your eyes on the road.

In Floirac, it is a fineable offence to drive with a BAC (blood alcohol content) of more than 0.05%. If you’re thinking of having a drink or two, it’d be wise to leave your rental car at your hotel.

Yes, you can turn on a red light in Floirac. However, before you do you must bring the car to a total stop. Proceed only when your way is clear of approaching traffic.