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Tour Pey‑Berland

About

The Tour Pey‑Berland is one of Bordeaux’s most iconic landmarks, rising beside the majestic Saint‑André Cathedral. Built in the 15th century, the tower was designed as a separate bell tower to preserve the cathedral’s structure from vibrations caused by heavy bells. Its elegant Gothic architecture, adorned with intricate carvings and crowned by a statue of the Virgin Mary, reflects the city’s medieval grandeur. Standing at nearly 66 meters, the tower offers panoramic views across Bordeaux, from the historic center to the Garonne River. Over the centuries, it has served both religious and civic purposes, symbolizing resilience and continuity in the city’s history. Today, the Tour Pey‑Berland is open to visitors, who climb its winding staircase to experience breathtaking vistas and a deeper connection to Bordeaux’s heritage. It remains a proud emblem of the city, blending architectural beauty with cultural significance.

Bordeaux France
Tour Pey‑Berland
Location

The Tour Pey-Berland is located at Place Pey Berland in the heart of Bordeaux, adjacent to the Saint-André Cathedral. This 15th-century Gothic bell tower stands apart from the cathedral to protect the main structure from vibrations caused by its heavy bells. The tower offers panoramic views across the city from its terraces after climbing 233 steps. Nearby landmarks include the Saint-André Cathedral itself, the lively Place Pey Berland square, the Bordeaux City Hall (Palais Rohan), and a variety of cafés, shops, and restaurants. The tower is a central feature within Bordeaux's historic district, surrounded by important architectural and cultural sites.​

Musée d’Aquitaine Musée d’Aquitaine Museum Musée des Beaux-Arts de Bordeaux Musée des Beaux-Arts de Bordeaux Museum Musée des Arts Décoratifs et du Design Musée des Arts Décoratifs et du Design Museum CAPC – Musée d’Art Contemporain de Bordeaux CAPC – Musée d’Art Contemporain de Bordeaux Museum Muséum de Bordeaux Muséum de Bordeaux Museum Cité du Vin Cité du Vin Museum Musée national des Douanes Musée national des Douanes Museum Centre national Jean Moulin Centre national Jean Moulin Museum Musée d’Ethnographie Musée d’Ethnographie Museum Musée du Vin & Négoce Musée du Vin & Négoce Museum Musée Mer Marine Musée Mer Marine Museum Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux Theatre Théâtre national de Bordeaux en Aquitaine Théâtre national de Bordeaux en Aquitaine Theatre Théâtre Trianon Théâtre Trianon Theatre Théâtre Fémina Théâtre Fémina Theatre Glob Théâtre Glob Théâtre Theatre Théâtre des Salinières Théâtre des Salinières Theatre Théâtre des Chartrons Théâtre des Chartrons Theatre Théâtre des Beaux-Arts Théâtre des Beaux-Arts Theatre Carré d’artistes Carré d’artistes Gallery Galerie D.X Galerie D.X Gallery Galerie Guyenne Art Gascogne Galerie Guyenne Art Gascogne Gallery Bakery Art Gallery Bakery Art Gallery Gallery Galerie JAF — 78 Cours Georges Clemenceau Galerie JAF — 78 Cours Georges Clemenceau Gallery Château du Hâ Château du Hâ Historical Landmark Palais Rohan Palais Rohan Town Hall Tribunal Judiciaire Tribunal Judiciaire Landmark Theater of the Pont Tournant Theater of the Pont Tournant Theatre Cap Sciences Cap Sciences Museum Pont Jacques Chaban Delmas Pont Jacques Chaban Delmas Bridge Monument aux Girondins Monument aux Girondins Monument Place de la Bourse Place de la Bourse Historical Landmark Grosse Cloche Grosse Cloche Monument Place du Parlement Place du Parlement Square Porte Cailhau Porte Cailhau Historical Landmark Jardin public Jardin public Park Jardin Botanique de Bordeaux Jardin Botanique de Bordeaux Botanical Garden Palais du Capitole Palais du Capitole Historical Landmark Parc Bordelais Parc Bordelais Park Réserve écologique des barails Réserve écologique des barails Park Jardin Botanique du Jardin Public Jardin Botanique du Jardin Public Botanical Garden Pont de Pierre Pont de Pierre Bridge FABRIQUE POLA FABRIQUE POLA Gallery Castle Thouars Castle Thouars Castle