{"id":9440,"date":"2026-09-09T18:08:42","date_gmt":"2026-09-09T16:08:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bordeaux-citytours.com\/?p=9440"},"modified":"2026-09-11T17:16:18","modified_gmt":"2026-09-11T15:16:18","slug":"tremblez-tremblez-les-sorcieres-sont-parmi-nous-at-the-musee-daquitaine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bordeaux-citytours.com\/en\/top-picks\/tremblez-tremblez-les-sorcieres-sont-parmi-nous-at-the-musee-daquitaine\/","title":{"rendered":"“Tremblez, tremblez! Les sorci\u00e8res sont parmi nous” at the Mus\u00e9e d’Aquitaine"},"content":{"rendered":"
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At a glance<\/p>\n

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Exhibition<\/strong>“Tremblez, tremblez! Les sorci\u00e8res sont parmi nous” (witches exhibition)<\/span><\/div>\n
Location<\/strong>Mus\u00e9e d’Aquitaine<\/a>, 20 cours Pasteur, Bordeaux<\/span><\/div>\n
Dates<\/strong>15 October 2026 to 23 May 2027<\/span><\/div>\n
Admission<\/strong>\u20ac6 full price, \u20ac3.50 reduced, free for under-18s<\/span><\/div>\n
Opening hours<\/strong>open daily except Mondays, 11am to 6pm<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

What does the witches exhibition show?<\/h2>\n

The exhibition traces the complex history of the witch, from the ancient goddess Hecate and medieval healers to the great waves of persecution of the 16th and 17th centuries, notably marked by a 1609 investigation in Bordeaux. It shows how this figure was shaped over the centuries by religious and misogynistic constructions, before undergoing a spectacular resurgence in pop culture and the feminist movements of the 1970s, becoming today a genuine popular icon.<\/p>\n

The exhibition combines historical objects, artworks, and contemporary perspectives to examine what the figure of the witch reveals about our societies, past and present.<\/p>\n

What is the Bal des Sorci\u00e8res, the opening night on 16 October?<\/h2>\n

To celebrate the exhibition’s launch, the Ballet de l’Op\u00e9ra National de Bordeaux takes over the museum on Friday 16 October 2026 for a three-hour immersive evening where dance, costumes, and legends intertwine. Dancers bring to life the famous Sabbath dances that have shaped the collective imagination for centuries. Visitors are encouraged to come in costume (cloaks, mysterious robes, pointed hats, or fantastical accessories), and the Opera provides costume pieces from its own reserves for those who need them.<\/p>\n

How much time should you plan for the visit?<\/h2>\n

Allow 1 to 1.5 hours to explore the exhibition. Since the Mus\u00e9e d’Aquitaine also houses rich permanent collections on the history of Bordeaux and Nouvelle-Aquitaine, half a day lets you discover everything at a relaxed pace.<\/p>\n

Is this exhibition suitable for children?<\/h2>\n

Admission is free for under-18s, and the subject, blending legend and history, lends itself well to a family visit, though some content related to historical persecution may call for guidance with younger children.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udca1 Bordeaux City Tours’ tip<\/p>\n

The Mus\u00e9e d’Aquitaine, on cours Pasteur in the heart of Bordeaux, also hosts the “Un globe des mondes” exhibition until 13 December 2026: the perfect opportunity to combine both exhibitions in a single visit, before extending your walk nearby toward Place de la Victoire and the Saint-Michel district.<\/p>\n

The Mus\u00e9e d\u2019Aquitaine is served by the Sainte Catherine stop of our Bordeaux Visiotour Hop-on Hop-off bus, barely a 3-minute walk away, easy to combine with a stroll toward the Grosse Cloche and the Saint-Pierre district, or simply hop back on to discover another part of Bordeaux.<\/p>\n

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FAQ<\/h2>\n
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How long does the visit to the witches exhibition take?<\/h3>\n
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Allow 1 to 1.5 hours for the exhibition alone.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What does it cost, and do I need to book?<\/h3>\n
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\u20ac6 full price, \u20ac3.50 reduced, free for under-18s.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Until when can I see this exhibition in Bordeaux?<\/h3>\n
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The exhibition runs from 15 October 2026 to 23 May 2027.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What is the Bal des Sorci\u00e8res?<\/h3>\n
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An immersive evening held on 16 October 2026 by the Ballet de l’Op\u00e9ra National de Bordeaux to celebrate the exhibition’s opening, featuring Sabbath dances, with costumes encouraged.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Where exactly is the Mus\u00e9e d’Aquitaine?<\/h3>\n
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At 20 cours Pasteur, in Bordeaux, near Place de la Victoire.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n