What makes it 90% Solo-Friendly: A solo visitor finds free street-art walks, small-group eco tours, skate sessions and coworking cafés, all easy to join alone; the open site feels safe in daytime and costs stay low if you skip extras.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Enough time to explore street art, gardens, bistro and try one activity without rushing
Self-guided street-art & garden walk:
Follow painted murals and permaculture plots at your own pace
Tip: Pick up a free map at reception to locate major murals
Guided eco-system tour:
Join a small group to learn site history, green design and social enterprises
Tip: Book online in advance (€13) to secure your spot
Skatepark session:
Watch or rent a board and helmet (€5/day) to skate the indoor wooden bowl
Tip: Arrive early on weekends to find rental gear in your size
Chocolate-making atelier at Origines:
Create bean-to-bar chocolates in a 2-hour workshop
Tip: Reserve online (€70) at least a week ahead
Organic meal at Le Magasin Général:
Enjoy seasonal, locally sourced dishes in a community bistro
Tip: Try the wood-fired pizza and order a drink on arrival to hold your table

Rachele Mezzavilla
Very nice place with lots of different activities to enjoy. There are several spots where you can have food; from a boulangerie offering local chocolate and pastries, to Italian pizza places and small wine bars. I especially recommend visiting on Sundays, when there are flea markets and other events that you won’t find during the week. It’s also a great place to just relax, as there are plenty o...
K.S. HO
Compact, eco‑minded hub with restaurants, cafés, and second‑hand shops focused on sustainability. Easy riverfront access by bike and pleasant to stroll. Lively but relaxed vibe, with enough variety to spend a couple of hours. A bit out of the center, but worth the ride for a different scene.
Victor Lluch
Really cool concept in here. There were restored warehouses where now you can find, shops, skate areas, exhibitions. The food we grabbed there was really good and the place is just stunning.
ILONA HONEY
I love this place! My friend and I go there once a week. The food tastes homemade, the coffee is delicious, and the atmosphere is amazing. Even kids find it fun and interesting.
Christy Duijvelaar
Interesting attempt for alternative urban development. Bringing together multiple small companies, with an alternative, social and/or green mission. The chocolate company is nice and smelling really good! Bakery unfortunately closed for a few weeks, which seems strange in the middle of the tourist season.... It was not mentioned on the website or at Google, which was unpleasant because I got here ...
In spring the gardens bloom vivid wildflowers. On summer Wednesdays, join free after-work events with DJs and food trucks. Winter offers quieter indoor workshops but fewer outdoor tours.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Guided eco-system tour ticket | EUR 13 |
| Skateboard & helmet rental | EUR 5 |
| Lunch or snack at bistro | EUR 15 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 33 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: 87 Quai des Queyries RDC Bâtiment Nord, 33100 Bordeaux, France
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