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Grosse Cloche, part of the Bordeaux city walls, later converted into a prison and now a belfry, to be seen on a guided tour

In the Middle Ages, the Grosse Cloche was part of the city walls, before undergoing numerous modifications. A rare monument from this period that Bordeaux has preserved, the place was transformed into a prison - you can see the drawings and inscriptions of the inmates who counted their days of confinement - before becoming one of the most touristic belfries in France. If you like to travel back in time, opt for a guided tour. It's best to come at night, when the Big Bell is lit up with blue lights!

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caromai
Visited in april 2017
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très beau monument, l'un des symbole de la ville qui peut se visiter
ryokan
Visited in january 2017
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La Grosse Cloche est le bâtiment emblématique de Bordeaux. Au Moyen-Âge , c'était le beffroi de la ville. On peut visiter son intérieur qui servait de prison et admirer son horloge qui marche encore.
PascalSR
Visited in may 2016
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La visite de la Grosse Cloche est possible en été, par groupe de 5 personnes, un petit panneau est installé à l'entrée. Le guide est intarissable d'explications sur ce monument et le quartier. En plus à certaines dates la Grosse Cloche se fait entendre, pour le plus grand plaisir des badauds.

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