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1 IDENTITE DU BÂTIMENT OU DE L’ENSEMBLE

Nom usuel du bâtiment :   TOUR 2000                             

Variante du nom :  ASSEDIC – POLE EMPLOI                                                                          

Numéro et nom de la rue :  terrasse Front du Médoc  – îlot 2

Ville : Bordeaux    33000

Pays : France                                                                               

PROPRIETAIRE ACTUEL

Nom :  Bordeaux-Métropole                                                     

Adresse : esplanade Charles de Gaulle Bordeaux 33000

Téléphone :   05 56 99 84 84

ETAT DE PROTECTION

Type :   situé dans le périmètre de la ville de Bordeaux inscrit au Patrimoine Mondial de l’UNESCO

Date : 2007

Type : Plan Local d’Urbanisme de Bordeaux-Métropole

Date : 2006 modifié en 2014 fiche B9029.                                                             

ORGANISME RESPONSABLE DE LA PROTECTION

Nom :  Ville de Bordeaux                                                

Adresse :  Hôtel de Ville, place Pey-Berland 33000  Bordeaux                                            

Téléphone : 05 56 10 20 30       

2 HISTOIRE DU BÂTIMENT 

Commande S.C.I. Tour 2000

Architectes   A. Gresy , M. Vergez

Autres architectes et intervenants 

J.R.  Hébrard, V. Sigalin, J. Willerval

Contractants  Société Lampre

Date de la commande 1973

Période de conception 1973

Durée du chantier 1973 – 1976

Usage  8600 m2 de bureaux, un appartement en terrasse, 138 places de stationnement.

Etat du bâtiment   Bon

Résumé des restaurations et des autres travaux conduits, avec les dates correspondantes  

1990 : la station service située en rez-de-rue au niveau de la rue Chauffour est supprimée à la suite du départ des pétroles  BP et les travaux sont confiés à Michel Pétuaud-Létang qui redonne à la partie sur rue son aspect d’origine.

Les entrées de parking et une entrée directe dans l’immeuble viennent faciliter les différents accès.

1998 : une structure métallique est ajoutée sur la terrasse pour une installation de climatisation, masquant une partie de la forme en croix de la terrasse.

3 DESCRIPTION DU BATIMENT

C’est un des rares bâtiments de plus de 43 m NGF  (IGH de 44 m NGF) du quartier. Il est  constitué de 2 corps de bâtiments, l’un de 9 niveaux et l’autre de 13 niveaux sur dalle (14,50 m NGF), reliés par un bâtiment bas de 3 niveaux.

A l’origine le bâtiment abrite les bureaux de BP essences et l’ANPE.

Il possède sur la rue Chauffour  une station service BP qui sera supprimée en 1990.

L’escalier de secours situé sur la dalle et qui dessert le bâtiment de 13 niveaux a été dessiné en 1976 par Jean Willerval.

Les façades de l’ensemble sont revêtues de plaques de marbre blanc qui en font son originalité.

4 RAISONS JUSTIFIANT LA SELECTION EN TANT QUE BÂTIMENT DE VALEUR REMARQUABLE ET UNIVERSELLE

1 – appréciation technique .

Bâtiment dont l’agencement rationnel à l’origine n’a nécessité que peu de transformations internes au cours des diverses modernisations. L’extérieur du bâtiment a été particulièrement soigné avec un placage de dalles de pierres blanches taillées qui mériteraient un nettoyage.

L’escalier de secours extérieur traité par Jean Willerval comme une véritable création architecturale est en béton brut cannelé et semble faire la transition entre le granit utilisé pour ses façades et le béton brut utilisé par Jacques Rabinel pour les bâtiments du central téléphonique situés immédiatement à côté.

En 2018, l’artiste JL.Feugas fait en peinture une étude des lumières et perspectives sur le dôme en plastic qui permet l’accès à la rue. Le dôme est situé sur la dalle, à l’angle de la rue Claude Bonnier.

2 – appréciation artistique et esthétique 

L’extérieur du bâtiment présente un revêtement de dalles blanches en marbre très soigné.

L’escalier de secours signé Jean Willerval est remarquable.

3 – arguments sur le statut canonique (local, national, international) 

Inscrit dans le périmètre déterminé par  Jean Royer et Jean Willerval pour la Rénovation Urbaine du Quartier de l’Hôtel de Ville.

4 – évaluation du bâtiment en tant qu’édifice de référence dans l’histoire de l’architecture, en relation avec des édifices comparables 

Le bâtiment, construit sur la dalle avec sa taille de guêpe et ses formes en croix, s’inscrit dans les exigences de Jean Willerval pour le quartier. L’intérieur des bâtiments présente des détails d’aménagement en particulier dans les halls d’entrée typiques des années de la construction.

DOCUMENTS – ARCHIVES

Archives écrites, correspondance,  etc. 

Archives Municipales de la ville de Bordeaux.

Fonds moderne des archives municipales 538 O 1

Permis de construire et correspondances contenues dans le permis.

P.C. 73 Z 591 du 3 aout 1973.

Fonds Mériadeck de la Mémoire de Bordeaux.

Publication  EDF : Bordeaux Mériadeck, rénovation tout électrique, 1980.

Tour 2000 : archives Mémoire de Bordeaux

 Photographies Sauvegarder Mériadeck

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• Every Breath You Take by The Police
• Message in a Bottle by The Police
• Roxanne by The Police
• We'll Be Together
• All This Time
• Mad About You
• If I Ever Lose My Faith in You
• If You Love Somebody Set Them Free

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flâner dans les rues de bordeaux : 6 bonnes raisons de faire un tour dans le quartier de mériadeck

Certains l’apprécient, d’autres le rejettent, on le contourne ou on le fréquente avec plaisir… Le quartier moderne de Mériadeck fait encore et toujours parler de lui !

Aujourd’hui, je t’invite à le (re) découvrir pour j’espère, l’apprécier un peu plus et peut-être même y faire un tour. Après tout, il fait tout de même partie des « 111 lieux à Bordeaux à ne pas manquer  » !

mériadeck… un peu d’histoire

Assainies au XVIe siècle, les terres marécageuses du futur quartier de Mériadeck étaient à l’origine situées hors des remparts de la ville. Après la destruction de ces murs, Ferdinand Maximilien Mériadec de Rohan, archevêque de Bordeaux en 1769 (dont le quartier héritera du nom), y installe son archevêché : le palais Rohan, notre hôtel de ville aujourd’hui.

mériadeck le quartier autrefois

Petit à petit, les échoppes se multiplient et le quartier se développe, devenant un village indépendant très vivant, un lieu « à part ». Y habitent des personnes aux revenus modestes, des artisans, des ouvriers, des commerçants… Un marché aux puces anime la place principale et attire une large clientèle : les collectionneurs et antiquaires recherchant ce qu’on ne trouve nulle part ailleurs, mais aussi des bricoleurs, des familles modestes… Pour les interpeller, on leur joue de la musique sur des phonographes. La brocante prospère et devient l’activité principale du quartier. Meubles, vieux objets, métaux, papier, chiffons, fripes, ferrailles, bouteilles, boîtes de conserve… On récupère, on fabrique, on répare… Tout peut être source de revenus. Quiconque cherche à vendre quelque chose aux particuliers et industriels. De leur côté, les sans-abris fouillent les poubelles des beaux quartiers pour dénicher des objets. Et si la recherche est infructueuse, on dégote des bouts de pains pour les revendre et les transformer en chapelure.

Ce quartier populaire est miséreux, isolé et mal assaini. Les habitations se dégradent et l’insalubrité s’installe. Rares sont les habitants bénéficiant d’équipements de première nécessité, tels des sanitaires intérieurs, du chauffage ou de l’eau courante. Mais il s’est formé à Mériadeck un sentiment de liberté et, entre les habitants, un esprit de solidarité et de soutien. « La commune libre de Mériadeck », se crée et élit un maire. Cependant, la prostitution se répand et la réputation du quartier se détériore.

mériadeck la naissance d’un nouveau quartier

Pour remédier à ces maux ainsi qu’au besoin de logement, le maire de l’époque, Jacques Chaban-Delmas, décide dès 1955, de raser le quartier pour bâtir « le nouveau quartier de l’hôtel de ville ». Le premier plan, conçu par l’architecte urbaniste de la ville Jean Royer, inclut majoritairement des logements sociaux, mais, il évolue rapidement pour apporter plus de prestige au développement. En 1970 le quatrième plan est adopté. Jacques Willerval, architecte urbaniste, succèdera (après un temps de collaboration) à Jean Royer. 8 immeubles sur 45 seront des résidences tandis que le reste concentrera les administrations et activités tertiaires. Pour éviter de détruire une partie du jardin de l’hôtel de Basquiat et le déplacement de l’hôtel de Poissac, tous deux bâtis au XVIIIe siècle, l’idée initiale d’axer l’allée principale du futur quartier Mériadeck en continuité des jardins de la mairie – permettant de relier le quartier historique au quartier moderne – est abandonnée. Lorsque les travaux débutent en 1971, c’est la fin d’une époque.

Aujourd’hui, la fontaine obélisque, symbole de ce premier quartier de Mériadeck signée Charles Burguet, en est l’unique souvenir. D’abord située sur la place principale, elle fut déplacée place du Colonel Raynal devant la Galerie des Beaux-Arts. En 2004, dans son livre « L’ancien quartier Mériadeck à Bordeaux », Jean-François Fournier évoque le souvenir des gamins la décorant de pneus de vélos…

mériadeck en chiffre

– Superficie : 28 hectares

– 240 700 m2 de bureaux, avec environ 18 000 employés

– 2500 habitants

– 4 hôtels offrant 660 chambres

– 10 000 m² de commerces

les qualités architecturales de mériadeck

– Des immeubles cruciformes sur la dalle – dont un alignement de bâtiments présentant une même forme en croix sur l’esplanade Charles de Gaulle – apportent de la lumière dans l’espace.

– La taille de guêpe des bâtiments : le rétrécissement en rez-de-dalle favorise la circulation au pied des bâtiments, apporte de la perspective aux piétons et évite ainsi les sensations d’écrasements.

– Le velum et les espaces de respiration rythme cet urbanisme : la taille des immeubles en croix est pensée pour conserver le panorama de la ville basse. Les croix mesurent 30 mètres sur 30 mètres, ou, pour les doubles croix, 60 mètres sur 30 mètres. Plus on se rapproche de l’église Saint-Bruno, plus les bâtiments sont bas pour s’intégrer dans l’environnement urbain. Afin de signaliser le quartier, une exception est accordée au bâtiment de la Métropole, qui mesure 89.50 mètres de haut.

– Règle des 30 : 30 ou 60 mètres séparent chaque immeuble pour créer des espaces de respiration.

– Arcades, piliers de soutien, système de câbles sous tension suspendus, contre poids apparents… Les techniques modernes déployées par les différents architectes pour soutenir les étages en surplomb sont multiples.

Tout cela confère à Mériadeck harmonie calme et repos !

mériadeck : ensemble urbain du XXe siècle reconnu par l’unesco

Avec ses quartiers du XVIIIe et XIXe siècles intacts et l’addition de ce quartier moderne du XXe siècle, Bordeaux affiche une unité et continuité architecturale remarquable, récompensée en 2007 par un classement au patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO.

6 bonnes raisons de se balader à mériadeck

– Pour échapper à l’agitation urbaine et se détendre du côté de l’esplanade Charles de Gaulle. Sur la dalle, on est loin du bruit des voitures et on entend plutôt les oiseaux !

– Pour apprécier ce patrimoine urbain du XXe siècle, son architecture soulignant ses lignes, ses formes, ses espaces et matériaux (majoritairement béton, verre et alu) constituant pour la ville de Bordeaux, un quartier marqué par une période de son histoire urbaine.

– Pour déambuler dans un quartier vivant, côtoyant danseurs, skateurs, entourés de street art.

– Pour y dénicher les plus beaux camélias de Bordeaux, confidence de Marie-Françoise de l’association « Sauvegarder Mériadeck » !

– Pour te rafraîchir lors de canicules, car il fait toujours un peu plus frais sur la dalle.

– Pour découvrir les auvents de l’autre entrée de la bibliothèque de Bordeaux ! Dans mon guide touristique «  111 lieux à Bordeaux à ne pas manquer  », j’évoque justement ces fameux auvents décorés des reproductions d’ouvrages patrimoniaux conservés dans les fonds précieux de la bibliothèque de Bordeaux. De ce côté de la dalle se cachent le tableau Deuxième vue du port de Bordeaux de Joseph Vernet ainsi qu’une représentation de la cathédrale Saint-André et du Grand Théâtre.

Mériadeck, c’est un quartier ouvert à tous situé au cœur de Bordeaux avec des espaces verts, des jolis points de vue, des aires de jeux, des parkings, des équipements sportifs et de spectacles, des commerces, une bibliothèque… Le tout accessible à pied. Pour les résidents de Mériadeck, il fait bon vivre sur la dalle !

où se balader sur la dalle de mériadeck

– Traverse l’esplanade pour te promener du côté de l’immeuble de la Métropole et apercevoir dans le bassin la sculpture de François Cante Pacos représentant une proue de navire….

– S’ils sont ouverts, jette un œil à l’intérieur des immeubles publics ou renseigne-toi sur les possibilités de visites lors des journées du Patrimoine. Grâce au « 1% artistique » (pourcentage d’un budget d’une construction dédié à une œuvre d’art), certains d’entre eux recèlent de décors réalisés par des artistes tels le peintre Victor Vasarely, le sculpteur Pierre Sabatier ou l’architecte designer Florence Knoll Bassette, dont les réalisations reposent à la Préfecture.

– Face à la Préfecture depuis l’esplanade Charles de Gaulle, emprunte la passerelle enjambant la rue Claude Bonnier et menant à la terrasse du Front du Médoc sur laquelle sont situés les immeubles « le Guyenne », « Le Centre »… Depuis cette passerelle, découvre le panorama vers l’église Saint-Bruno et, de l’autre côté, l’alignement des immeubles en croix (Le Cardinal, résidence Le Cristal, tour Allianz) jusqu’à la nouvelle Cité Municipale de Bordeaux. Un beau point de vue !

– Quand tu seras sur la terrasse du Front du Médoc, dirige-toi vers la Tour 2000, derrière le bâtiment Pôle Emploi. Remarque l’escalier de secours qui fut ajouté après la construction du bâtiment.

– Envie d’une pause, assieds-toi au bord d’une des jardinières arrondies pour profiter de l’atmosphère de la dalle. Chaque terrasse a une ambiance différente.

– Direction la terrasse Koening. En chemin, remarque les puits de jour signés Willerval et marquant l’emplacement au sous-sol des installations sportives. Il y a d’ailleurs quelques repères visuels sur la dalle. De ce côté de Mériadeck, les jeunes investissent la terrasse.

– Si tu es fan de street art, fais un tour vers l’immeuble « Solidarité » du Département de la Gironde. Les fresques à son pied, évoquent différentes thématiques telles l’égalité homme / femme.

– Un peu plus loin sur la terrasse Rhin et Danube, se trouve la bibliothèque de Bordeaux, tu peux apercevoir les auvents marquant son entrée et vers la droite, ses puits de jour, mieux visibles depuis la rue.

– Direction la terrasse du 8 mai 1945, découvre les bouches d’aération jouxtant l’immeuble du Ponant.

– Termine ta balade sur le parking du centre commercial, fais-en le tour pour apprécier tout le long le panorama donnant sur les terrasses et bâtiments.

Lors de ta balade, regarde bien autour de toi, lève la tête, tu verras comment les bâtiments se reflètent sur les façades, les arrondis, les lignes horizontales… Amuse-toi aussi à regarder au travers des entrées des immeubles car souvent l’intérieur des bâtiments reflète l’architecture extérieure. On peut retrouver les mêmes carreaux, un même matériau comme le marbre, une même forme… Des détails à noter !

photos du quartier de mériadeck

Crédit photos David Da Silva

plan de mériadeck

Pour te repérer voici deux plans du quartier de Mériadeck :

– Plan avec les noms des bâtiments et leurs architectes.

– Plan avec les noms des bâtiments et des terrasses .

*source Sauvegarder Mériadeck

l’association sauvegarder mériadeck

Si tu t’intéresses au quartier, je te recommande vivement de faire un tour sur le site internet , ou mieux encore de rencontrer Marie-Françoise Michelet, fondatrice de l’association « Sauvegarder Mériadeck » et résidente du quartier depuis 1993.

Née en 2011, cette association se mobilise pour sauvegarder et protéger l’ensemble du quartier Mériadeck, que cela soit pour préserver ses caractéristiques architecturales ou encore alerter sur la sécurisation et l’entretien de la dalle. Car oui, il faut réembellir l’espace et le rendre convivial ! C’est d’ailleurs sous l’initiative de Marie-Françoise que le street artiste Kendo a décoré l’un des murets de la terrasse Koening ; un coin aujourd’hui très fréquenté des skateurs. Et cela fait bien plaisir à Marie-Françoise qui invite les nouvelles générations à s’approprier le quartier.

« Mériadeck a toujours été ouvert à tout le monde, il faut conserver cette vocation. Et si on veut attirer les gens à Mériadeck, il faut que l’espace soit propre, joli et convivial. On a fait des propositions… comme par exemple pour que le sol de la terrasse Koening soit plus adapté aux chorégraphies des jeunes, ou pour agrandir le parc d’enfants, rajouter des bancs, améliorer les plantations… » explique Marie-Françoise.

Mériadeck est représentatif du courant architectural de l’époque et chaque bâtiment en reflète des particularités : une mine d’or pour ceux qui s’intéressent à l’architecture ! « C’est en Europe, le seul quartier intact représentant l’architecture des années 70. Déjà en 93, je rencontrais des touristes allemands qui avaient avec eux des guides évoquant l’architecture du quartier ; ils en étaient très friands. Entre le design, la diversité des techniques développées et les matériaux utilisés, le quartier était un laboratoire d’expérimentation. J’avais d’ailleurs trouvé dans mes archives une mention de Mériadeck, dans un article de la Cimenterie Française, comme exemple d’utilisation de nouveaux bétons. » raconte Marie-Françoise.

budget participatif 2022-2023 : soutenir le projet de l’aménagement de la terrasse koening

Le projet de Sauvegarder Mériadeck et des résidents du quartier : 

« T ransformer la terrasse Koenig en lieu de rencontre, sports, pique-nique ouvert 24h/24, gratuit et pour tous âges. Profiter des constructions et jardinières pour l’acrobatie urbaine. Retirer les dalles et végétaliser partiellement le sol. Créer des allées pour les vélos d’enfants et la promenade. »

Ça serait chouette de voir le quartier évoluer positivement !

visite mériadeck avec marie-françoise

Tu veux découvrir Mériadeck ? Marie-Françoise sera ravie de t’embarquer avec elle pour t’en montrer les charmes et différentes facettes. Contacte-la pour convenir d’une visite : [email protected]

Jette aussi un coup d’œil sur le site internet de l’association « Sauvegarder Mériadeck », pour lire l’histoire de la construction du quartier ainsi que des fiches détaillant les caractéristiques de chaque immeuble . Ce travail aujourd’hui publié, représente 10 ans de recherches !

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Le Teich : balade autour du delta de la Leyre

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Les bandes dessinées de David Devigne et Carole Tison

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Bordeaux, france.

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The Meriadeck district: a curious urban planning experiment

The Meriadeck district in the French city of Bordeaux is an urban enclave that has been the subject of a curious urban planning experiment. With a rich history and planned development, Meriadeck stands out for its innovative architectural and urban design.

Its well-distributed public spaces, integration of infrastructure and use of sustainable technologies are hallmarks of this place. In addition to improving the quality of life for its residents, Meriadeck has generated employment and economic activity, as well as attracted tourism and cultural interest. For this reason, this district has become an essential stop on a Free Walking Tour of Bordeaux.

Historical background of Meriadeck

The Meriadeck district, located in the city of Bordeaux, France, has an interesting history dating back to the mid-20th century . Before becoming the innovative urban planning project it is today, this area underwent different transformations over time.

Originally, Meriadeck was a traditional residential area with narrow streets and old buildings. However, in the mid-20th century, the city of Bordeaux decided to revitalize this run-down area and give it a new purpose.

With the aim of modernizing and reviving the area, an ambitious urban renewal project was proposed and Meriadeck was created, a district that would become a unique urban planning experiment of its kind. This city is full of surprises, so it is an interesting stop if you do not know what to see in 3 days in Bordeaux.

Construction work began in the 1960s, and over several years extensive planning and design was carried out to transform the area into a modern, functional and attractive place for residents and visitors.

The reconstruction process involved the demolition of many of the existing buildings and the creation of a new infrastructure, with wider streets, open plazas and green spaces. In addition, contemporary architectural elements were incorporated, and accessibility and sustainability were prioritized.

Over time, Meriadeck became a benchmark for urban design , successfully uniting the modern with the historic and redefining the concept of an urban district. Today, it is recognized for its unique characteristics and innovative approach to urban planning.

Development of the Meriadeck district

The development of the Meriadeck district has been an impactful process in the field of urban planning, which has completely transformed this area of the city.

The urban and architectural planning of the Meriadeck district has been fundamental to its success. A thorough study of the community’s needs was carried out and clear objectives were established to optimize the use of available space.

• Wide, pedestrian-friendly streets were designed, promoting sustainable mobility and reducing vehicular congestion.
• Residential, commercial and leisure areas were strategically located to promote coexistence and community life.
• Green spaces and parks were created to allow contact with nature and provide recreational areas for residents.

Innovations in urban design

Urban design in the Meriadeck district has been noted for its innovative and cutting-edge approach. Creative solutions have been implemented to maximize the use of space and improve the quality of life for residents.

• Technology has been integrated into various aspects, such as smart lighting and efficient management of energy resources.
• Sustainable materials have been used in construction, promoting the reduction of environmental impact.
• Architectural diversity has been emphasized, combining modern and contemporary styles to create a unique and attractive aesthetic.

Urban characteristics of Meriadeck

The Meriadeck district is characterized by its innovative urban design that promotes quality of life and sustainability . The following are the main urbanistic characteristics that make this place a curious experiment in urbanism:

Infrastructure integration

• Meriadeck stands out for its modern and integrated infrastructure , which considers transportation, public facilities and basic services.
• Transportation routes are designed to be efficient and facilitate the mobility of the district’s inhabitants, with wide avenues, pedestrian streets and bicycle lanes.
• In addition, priority has been given to the implementation of essential services , such as educational centers, health centers and cultural spaces, to meet the needs of the community.

Use of sustainable technologies

• Meriadeck is committed to environmental sustainability through the use of eco-efficient technologies in the construction and management of the district.
• Renewable energy systems, such as solar panels and water recycling systems, have been implemented to reduce environmental impact and promote energy efficiency.
• The use of eco-friendly materials in the construction of the buildings is also encouraged, prioritizing the reduction of the carbon footprint and the preservation of the environment.

Socioeconomic Impact of Meriadeck

The Meriadeck district has had a significant impact in socioeconomic terms, improving the quality of life of its residents, generating employment and economic activity, and attracting tourism and cultural interest.

Improvements in quality of life

One of the highlights of the urban planning project at Meriadeck has been the improvement in the quality of life of its inhabitants. The careful design of public spaces, green areas and amenities has created a pleasant and functional living environment. Residents enjoy greater accessibility to basic services such as stores, schools and health centers, which has contributed to an overall improvement in their well-being. In addition, it is very easy to reach by Bordeaux tramway .

Tourist and cultural attraction

Meriadeck has become a renowned tourist and cultural destination, attracting visitors from different parts of the world. Its avant-garde architecture, innovative public spaces and wide and varied cultural offerings, including museums, theaters and artistic events, have positioned the district as a place of interest for lovers of art , architecture and culture in general. The influx of visitors has generated a positive impact on the local economy and the international projection of the area. It is also very close to the Rohan Palace and the Gambetta Square , which makes the district an irresistible place in Bordeaux.

Future prospects and challenges for the district

The Meriadeck District has major expansion and growth plans for the future. Ambitious projects are underway that seek to expand and improve existing infrastructure , as well as incorporate new spaces and amenities to meet the needs of the community. These projects include the construction of new residential and commercial buildings, the creation of green areas and recreational spaces, as well as improved public transport connections that make it easier to get around Bordeaux .

Sustainability and long-term maintenance

A major concern for the Meriadeck district is to ensure its long-term sustainability and maintenance. Measures are being implemented to reduce environmental impact, such as optimizing energy efficiency in buildings, promoting sustainable mobility and the proper management of natural resources. 

In addition, management strategies are being established to ensure proper administration of services and spaces, providing security and comfort to the district’s residents and users. In summary, the Meriadeck district has a clear vision for the future, focused on its expansion, sustainability and long-term maintenance. These challenges require careful planning and management, but promise to continue to make Meriadeck a curious and successful experiment in urbanism .

• Construction of new residential and commercial buildings.
• Creation of green space and recreational areas
• Improved public transportation connections
• Optimization of energy efficiency
• Promotion of sustainable mobility
• Adequate management of natural resources
• Preservation of architectural and cultural heritage
• Management strategies to provide safety and comfort

Frequently asked questions about the Meriadeck district

How did the idea for this urban planning experiment come about.

The concept of Meriadeck as an experiment in urbanism emerged in response to the need to revitalize a declining urban area . The idea was conceived through a participatory process involving architects, urban planners and local communities. The combination of different visions and experiences made it possible to shape an innovative and daring project.

How to get to Meriadeck from the center of Bordeaux?

To reach the Mériadeck district from the center of Bordeaux, several public transport options are available. We show you the bus, train and light rail lines that pass near Mériadeck:

• Bus: 1, 15, 16, 2, 4 and 5. These lines will take you close to Mériadeck, so be sure to check the exact times and stops to plan your trip.
• Train: F41, F44 and L42. You can use any of these lines to get close to the district. Be sure to check the schedules and corresponding stations.
• Light Rail: You can also opt for the A-line light rail. The light rail is a convenient option for getting around the city, and the A line passes near Mériadeck.

Remember that it is important to check for updated schedules and stops , as there may be changes. You can check the websites of Bordeaux’s public transport operators for the most accurate and up-to-date information on routes and schedules.

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Sure would appreciate someone who has taken "Best of Moscow by high speed train" from St. Petersburg could please share their impressions of this shore excursion. From the description this sounds like a very long day.

Wondering how the 4 hour train trip was in terms of accommodations, etc. Also what time did you leave the ship and what time at night did you return? Were both legs of the trip on the high speed rail (I read that slower trains also travel the same tracks)?

My wife and I are considering this excursion. We thought that if we are making all the effort to go to Russia then how could we pass up going to Moscow, walking in Red Square, seeing St. Basil, etc.

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If you are considering this on the 2015 June Baltic cruise on Voyager; my suggestion is don't. There is so much to do in St. Petersburg and although a train is one of my favorite ways to travel the time would be far better spent in St. P.

Thanks for the advice. Yes, this would be on the Voyager during the 2015 season but not yet sure exactly which cruise.

We did the Moscow excursion "on a different luxury line", but from your brief description it sounds very much like the same trip, so I will operate on that assumption. It is a VERY long day! We left the ship at 5:30 AM and returned at 12:30 AM. The highspeed train trip is comfortable, and while they call it "Business Class" it does not compare well to the equivalent class on say Rail Europe. When we did it in 2011, we did have highspeed both ways, and the trip back seemed much longer as the adrenaline and excitement had worn off!:D

Moscow itself is not that terribly different from any other big city in the world, but this Cold War kid never thought he would ever stand in Red Square, never mind walk the grounds of The Kremlin, or tour The Kremlin Palace, or see (but not visit) Lenin's Tomb, or visit The Armoury. But he did, and he loved every minute of it! Yes, it is a long day, and you barely scratch a scratch on the surface, but it is worth it. There is a tremendous amount to see in St. Petersburg, but every Baltic cruise goes to St. Petersburg, so you can go back if you choose to. Not every cruiseline offers you the chance to see Moscow.

I have not personally done this tour, but our last time in St Petersburg, the private guide that we hired for a day was leading the regent tour to Moscow on the high speed train the next day. He said it was way better than the previous alternative, which was flying to Moscow and back. He said that you actually got to Moscow faster because you didn't have to deal with airline checkin etc. it did seem like a very long day to me, and there is so much to see and do in st. Petersburg that I didn't consider doing it.

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We toured to Moscow from St. Petersburg via the hi-speed SAPSAN train last September, from a Baltic cruise on the Oceania Marina. You need to have a two-night, three day port call in St. Petersburg to take this tour because the tour typically leaves the ship around 5:00 - 5:30 AM and doesn't return until after midnight the next day. We didn't take the ship's tour; we made private arrangements with TravelAllRussia for three days of touring, the first and third days in St. Petersburg and the second day the tour to Moscow by train. Our cost for the private tour for three days was about the same as what the ship charged for the excursion to Moscow alone. There are a number of private tour agencies that operate in St. Petersburg and offer the Moscow train tours; we would strongly recommend them over the ship's tours.

All three days had private guides with car and driver. The second day, the driver picked us up at the ship and took us to the train, but we were alone on the train, and met in Moscow by the guide on the station platform. After our tour and dinner, we were brought back to the train and after the return train trip met by the driver and taken back to the ship. Because you are alone on the train you must have your own Russian visas.

If this is your first visit to St. Petersburg, I would agree there is much more to see there. We found Moscow somewhat a disappointment, particularly Red Square. The Kremlin and the cathedral in Red Square were also worth seeing. But the best thing we saw was the Moscow subway! I worked for the Washington Metro system back in the 1980s as it grew from 40 to 80 miles and although I was in the computer area, I learned a lot about the challenges of running a subway system. We used the Moscow system to get across the city from where we had dinner to the train station, and I was amazed at the cleanliness', speed of operation, the short headways maintained, and the courtesy of everyone involved. A very impressive experience!

We had been to St. Petersburg before, and so had the time to take a day and go to Moscow. Also, I really like trains, and the SAPSAN is a German train set running on Russian rails. Seats are like first class domestic air, spacious but not too plush or comfortable, but with enough room. Not too much recline, and almost 8 hours on the train in two shots is a lot for an old man. They come through and sell drinks, candy, etc. but the sellers don't speak English and no one around us helped, so we had just poor coffee once coming, and brought stuff with us for the trip back. Not too much to see from the train either, particularly on the return when it is night the whole way.

If you decide to go, take a private tour and avoid the overly expensive ship's tour. I'm glad we did it, but wouldn't bother to repeat the tour; we've seen Moscow.

Thanks so much to all of you for the thorough and thought insight. Yhe information you have provided is most helpful.

countflorida: Your detailed post is very helpful. We are not quite ready for a Baltic cruise but should do so within a year. Time enough to do our pre travel research, bookings and visa gathering.:) Thank you!

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Sure would appreciate someone who has taken "Best of Moscow by high speed train" from St. Petersburg could please share their impressions of this shore excursion. From the description this sounds like a very long day.   Wondering how the 4 hour train trip was in terms of accommodations, etc. Also what time did you leave the ship and what time at night did you return? Were both legs of the trip on the high speed rail (I read that slower trains also travel the same tracks)?   My wife and I are considering this excursion. We thought that if we are making all the effort to go to Russia then how could we pass up going to Moscow, walking in Red Square, seeing St. Basil, etc.

I did this on Seabourn. IMO DONT. Take Aeroflop (er Aeroflot). The train has non folding seats where you are literally knee to knee with your fellow passenger (facing each other). Further they don't believe in air conditioning. It's also the worlds slowed bullet train. I think I would have found more enjoyment wandering around the St. Petersburg and Moscow airports.

Countflorida,

This is a little off topic,, however we had planned a river cruise in Russia but decided we would rather stay on land and have booked about two weeks with Travel-All-Russia using the private guide and driver. I'm curious as to how you found them as a tour company.

The guides they provided were fine. We had a different guide each of the days in St. Petersburg, but both were flexible, pleasant, knowledgeable and spoke English very well, as did the guide in Moscow, incidentally. She was a bit aloof, distant, not too friendly, but otherwise fine. In fact, she was the one who suggested taking the Metro, which unexpectedly became one of the highlights of the Moscow excursion. If I have a complaint with AllTravelRussia, it is with their plan and its execution (more later).

I had requested emphasis on World War II (in Russia, the Great Patriotic War) sites and info. In scheduling us, they weren't careful about dates and a couple of the sites we wanted to see were scheduled on the third day, after we'd been to Moscow. But both sites were closed that day of the week, and that info was readily available, right on web sites describing them. Also, the included meals (lunches in St. Pete, dinner in Moscow) were not what we asked for: light meals with some choices, so we could avoid things we didn't like and choose things we did like. My request was ignored; we were given full Russian meals with a fixed menu, no choice. On the first day, a fish dish was the entre, but I am allergic to fish. Fortunately, I had the e-mail I'd sent with me and showed it to the guide, and she was able to change my entre to chicken, which was very good actually. But we didn't want a 3-4 course lunches or dinner (in Moscow). We had the guide drop the lunch the third day, although we never got any credit or refund. But, particularly in contrast to the ship's tours, the prices were so reasonable we didn't worry too much about it.

The people who were on the ship's tour to Moscow saw us boarding the same train for which they were forced to queue up and wait on the way back, and asked us what we had done. I was candid and open so they were not happy when I explained what we had arranged and particularly what it had cost. Also, when we returned to the ship, we found they had laid on a late supper for those who had gone to Moscow, so up we went and had something. Well, it turns out the late supper was supposed to be just for those on the ship's tour, but we and others on 'independent' tours, there were a dozen or more of us, crashed the party, actually got there first, and they didn't realize it until the larger group arrived and there weren't enough tables/places set. By that time, the 'independents' had all gotten served and were eating; what could they do?

A couple from the larger group sat down with us and asked us about our tour, and they were the ones I told about our arrangement and its cost. They turned to others who’d been with them and announced the details, loudly enough so the whole room heard, which started a lot of bitching and complaining. I gathered they weren't very happy with the ship's tour to begin with, and this was the straw that broke the camel's back. We finished up and beat it out of there, but overheard later that one of the excursion staff came to check on something and ran into a real mess. I caught a cold on the trip, which forced me to bed the second day following in Tallinn, so by the time we reappeared we heard about the contretemps' but apparently no one recalled who started it, thankfully.

Because of what happened to us, I would probably not use AllTravelRussia if I were to go again, or if I did, I would be sure to get confirmation of every detail of the tour. They do have good reviews generally, and we were certainly helped by their visa department and liked the guides and drivers. Their weakness, I say now with full 20:20 hindsight, is that once the sales person who plans the tour, sells it to you and collects your money, he (or she) transfers the plan to their Russia office for implementation; there is no follow-up to make sure it gets done right. And that is where our problems arose; we paid for a custom tour but got a standard package with a few destinations switched, and no one checked them out, even to see when they were open the day we were scheduled to go. If you check every detail that’s important to you, it should be OK, but that’s a hell of a way to have to do business, in my opinion.

Thank you for the 20/20 hindsight observation on your Russian tour operator, and better priced than the ship's excursion cost.

Thanks very much for the feedback.

We had the same experience as you so far as price. We originally booked a Viking Cruise but, hearing some things about the river cruises that made us unhappy, looked into other options. T-A-R cost the same or less than a cruise and had us in hotels for 11 days. We opted for the private tour. They have three tour levels, based on hotels. We originally opted for the four star as it did not cost much more than the three star hotels. Finally we decided to throw it all in and upgraded to five star. In Moscow we will be at the newly opened Kempinsky which is two blocks from Red Square. In St. Petersburg it is the Grand Hotel Europe, one of the most vaunted luxury hotels in Russia. Location is important for us as the tours use up only part of the day so being in the center of everything for our independent touring is important. As with many other cities, the less you pay, the farther out of the center of town you are.

We have been working with our salesman in D.C. and he seems to get back to us with the changes we want. He recently returned from Russia so is up on everything. When I asked they said they paid the full TA commission if I wanted so I got my usual TA on board so he is watching our back and giving us that extra level of comfort. He also set up our air, which I know pays him little or nothing, and got us business class for much less than T-A-R wanted for economy, though it took working for a while with a consolidator. He's happy to get his 10 percent on this trip without having booked it. He also took care of the trip insurance. We've been doing a lot of research on the CC sister site Trip Advisor and will write a report there. We will, I guess, become a source of info for CC members after having spent 5 days in Moscow and 6 in SP.

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Anybody considering a day trip to Moscow from St. Petersburg on the Sapsan may want to look at our travelogue filled with pictures.

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1927687

Very informative. Thanks dor sharing. Jeff

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Is the Trans-Siberian Railway expensive?

Before starting on your Trans-Siberian Railway adventure you naturally want to know what the entire trip will cost. Although this sounds like a simple question, it is pretty difficult to answer. The Trans-Siberian Railway price of travel depends on the following factors:

• Which travel class do I want to use? The price for a first class ticket is about three times the price of a 3rd class ticket
• Am I willing to buy the tickets myself and assume responsibility for the organisation of the trip?
• How many stopovers do I want to make? The more breaks, the higher the total price.
• What sort of accommodation do I want? Will it be a luxury hotel or will a hostel dormitory be sufficient?
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Basically, everything from a luxury to a budget holiday is available. If you buy yourself a 3rd Class nonstop ticket at the counter, a few hundred Euros will cover the price. All you will experience is a week on the Trans-Siberian train and will see nothing of the cities on the way. There is, however, any amount of room for upward expansion. Everyone makes different choices about which aspects they are willing to spend money on. I personally prefer to save money on accommodation and railcar class, visit as many cities and do as many trips as possible. To enable better classification of your travel expenses I have contrasted two typical traveler types. In the third column you can calculate the total cost of your own journey on the Trans-Siberian Railway. Please keep in mind that these are only rough estimations and not exact prices.

The all-in costs seem fairly high at first. However, they cover everything and it is quite a long journey taking four weeks. Many people forget to consider that when looking at the list. We should also deduct the running costs for food and leisure at home. I think most visitors to this page will classify themselves somewhere between the two categories, that is around the € 2,000 – € 2,500 range. When comparing these prices with other travel packages, you get the impression that it is hardly worthwhile travelling individually on the Trans-Siberian Railway. Please keep in mind that most packages last no more than 14 days and you are herded like cattle through the most beautiful locations.

If you spend less time on the Trans-Siberian Railway you will, of course, pay less. I chose this particular travel length because I prefer not to do things by halves. If you fulfill your dream of travelling on the Trans-Siberian Railway, enjoy it and don’t rush things. But it’s up to you, of course. Try playing around with the form a bit to find the appropriate price for your trip.

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Much of this year's attention will be on the cash prize the winning golfer will receive at this year's tournament. The purse for the 2023 Masters totaled $18 million, which was $3 million more than the purse the year before — the largest year-over-year increase in tournament history. Of that total, 2023 winner Jon Rahm took home $3.24 million .

But players aren't the only ones in line for a big payout. The winner's caddie can easily go home with a six-figure paycheck after four days of work. But snagging the four-day gig is the culmination of years spent working one-on-one with the same professional golfer, Martin said. 

Caddies develop a strong friendship with a golfer long before it's time for an elite competition like the Masters, Martin said. Fans seated in the stands, as well those watching at home, can only see the caddie handing the player a club, but in reality, there's a constant back-and-forth communication taking place between golfer and caddie during commercial breaks and while the two are walking to the next hole, he explained. Martin, who played professionally from 1982 to 2015, now teaches the sport at Keiser University in Florida. 

Aside from carrying the heavy bag, the caddie also provides input on which club to use, as well as swing technique, Martin said. That's because most caddies working PGA Tour games  are former professional players with a wealth of knowledge on the game. 

But technique is only a small part of the exchange, he added. With a strong camaraderie forged over the years, it's very likely the two spend most of time chatting like old friends, he said. 

"It's boring to talk about only golf for four to six hours," Martin said. "You're out there for a long time together so the friendship part of it plays a larger role." 

How much do caddies make at the Masters?

Caddies like Martin earn a salary from two sources during the Masters. One part is a weekly wage between $2,000 and $4,000 depending on the caddie's experience, the Association of Professional Caddies and the Caddies Network told CBS MoneyWatch. The weekly wage helps caddies recoup financially because they're required to pay their own travel to Georgia, along with hotel and food while working the tournament. 

Caddies also get a percentage of whatever their player earns after the tournament ends. The caddie of the Master's winner will get 10% of the prize money. For context, Jon Rahm won the Masters' last year and got $3.24 million. 

The caddie for the runner up at the Masters will get 7% of that player's prize winnings; every caddie after that will get 5%. 

Caddies Network CEO John von Stade told CBS MoneyWatch there are rare occasions when a caddie has a private contract with the player, in which case that person's salary will not follow the traditional setup. 

Over the past five years, caddie have seen some positive changes. PGA Tour officials have increased caddies' weekly wages and players' prize money has also climbed — potentially giving caddies a chance to bring home six figures after a tournament.

"But what hasn't changed is, if your player doesn't make the cut, there is no other source of money other than the weekly fee," von Stade said. 

Khristopher J. Brooks is a reporter for CBS MoneyWatch. He previously worked as a reporter for the Omaha World-Herald, Newsday and the Florida Times-Union. His reporting primarily focuses on the U.S. housing market, the business of sports and bankruptcy.

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Moscow Sky Lights Up With Strange Glow After Explosion at Electrical Substation: Reports

N ew footage has emerged showing bright flashes lighting up the night sky in southern Moscow during the early morning hours of November 22.

Knewz.com has learned that there was an explosion at an electrical substation on the outskirts of Russia's capital city followed by an alleged power outage in "several" homes.

Video snippets, shared on Russian news channels like ASTRA , captured a series of flashes that caused the sky to change color. Smoke could also be seen rising from a building.

Corroborating the video, several Russian Telegram accounts reported an explosion near the south of Moscow and a subsequent fire at the Lyublino electrical substation, southeast of central Moscow, per Newsweek .

The local authorities from the area have since confirmed that an explosion occurred in the village of Molokovo, but they reassured the public that all vital facilities were operating as normal.

Russian outlet MSK1.ru reported the blaze at the substation and noted “several” power outages.

The town of Lytkarino, located to the southeast of Moscow, was one of the affected areas, as reported by the independent outlet, Meduza .

Additional power failures were reported in the southern Domodedovo section of the city. However, electricity was later restored to these areas.

One local resident speculated that a drone may have been responsible for the explosion, but additional sources are yet to support this theory.

Newsweek reported that messages on the ASTRA Telegram account run by independent Russian journalists showed residents near the substation panicking. One concerned Russian called it a "nightmare."

The incident follows an attack by Russia on a power station in southwestern Ukraine that left 2,000 people without electricity .

Knewz.com reported previously:

“ Russian forces launched a total of 38 Iranian-made Shahed-136/131 drones during the later hours of November 17 and 18.

The Ukrainian Air Force Command reported that 29 of these drones were shot down [...].

One civilian was injured as a result of the attack that targeted energy infrastructure in the southwestern Odesa Oblast.”

The assault came after repeated warnings by Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky that Russia would try to cripple its power grid as winter approaches.

Ukraine's leader warned that if Russia resorted to attacking its power utilities, it would respond in kind.

Ukraine has conducted numerous long-range aerial drone strikes on Moscow since May 2023.

Most recently on November 20, it was reported that one such incursion was intercepted close to the city, per Kyiv Post .

Moscow’s Mayor Sergei Sobyanin confirmed this and elaborated that the region's air defense systems intercepted the unmanned craft over the city of Elektrostal to the east of Moscow, as well as another over the Bogorodsky district, northeast of central Moscow.

The details of the recently surfaced video footage have yet to be independently verified.

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