When is the best time to plan a camping trip near Bordeaux?

To dodge the crowds and make the most of wine tasting, plan a late spring or early fall camping trip in Bordeaux—the city’s wine fairs are held in April and May, as the vines begin to flower, while September-October is harvest time. If you’re lucky, it’ll also be warm enough for a few beach days. Summer is popular along the Atlantic Coast, and campsites book up fast for July and August.