Summer is here!
AND SO ARE THE POP UP BARS!
For the best places to grab a drink on the banks of the Loire, keep reading!
Le Ponton
The Ponton, on the banks of the Loire, has brought out its best assets to live intense festive moments with you. The music, or musics, will be the link of this unusual guinguette.
The recipe : a creative, accessible, multidisciplinary, intergenerational and festive cultural programme, a menu of drinks and light meals made up mainly of local, organic and short-circuit products (craft beers, natural and organic wines, individual dishes or dishes to be shared made up of fresh products…)
Have a drink, let yourself be carried away by the musical programme or chat with friends… It’s the ideal place!
Useful Information :
Pontoon, Quai du Châtelet
Open from Thursday 25 May
Tuesday to Saturday from 4pm to midnight
Sunday from 4pm to 11pm
Closed on Monday
La plage du BDL
Located just opposite the BDL bar on the quays, the BDL beach has all the makings of a seaside guinguette in the heart of Orléans : sand, cocktails and music. All with a breathtaking view of the royal river !
Useful Information :
14 Quai du Châtelet
Tuesday to Saturday from 4pm to 1am
Sunday from 12pm for brunch
Le Boui-Boui
The Boui-Boui welcomes you this summer in a relaxed atmosphere from Monday to Sunday.
You can enjoy 100% snacking formulas with buckets of chips, chicken, fried calamari… with a breathtaking view over the Loire.
All this in a musical atmosphere of the best choice. Low prices, attentive service, a cool atmosphere, a spectacular view… the Boui-Boui has everything to seduce.
Useful Information :
La Capitainerie, Quai du Fort Alleaume
Monday to Thursday from 5pm to midnight
Friday from 3pm to midnight
Saturday and Sunday from 2pm to midnight
La Paillote
La Paillote, an open-air cultural space, a tree-lined belvedere on the banks of the Loire, offers one of the most beautiful panoramic views of the city of Orléans and the islands of the river and provides a venue for artistic and intellectual culture.
There is a convivial area with a panoramic view of Orléans and the Loire, an artistic rehearsal area, a cinema/video area, public games for children, a beach, a refreshment bar, a restaurant… In short, everything you need for a great summer in Orléans !
Useful Information :
Quai de Prague
Wednesday to Friday from 5pm to 8.30pm
Saturday from 4pm
Sunday from 4pm to 8pm
Closing on Sunday 24 September 2023
L’îlot 4
Located in the heart of the Parc de Loire opposite the supervised beach, L’îlot 4 welcomes you for a relaxing moment.
This year, you will find a lot of novelties : cocktails, tapas, petanque field, concerts on Saturdays and DJ Set on Sundays.
Useful Information :
Levée des Capucins, Ile Charlemagne, Saint-Jean-le-Blanc
Open from 6 May
Saturday from 2pm to 10pm
Sunday from 12pm to 9pm
Closed in September
L’Éphémère Café
You’ll have an uninterrupted view of the banks of the Loiret and the famous Promenade des Moulins. Just like the guinguettes of yesteryear, this little corner of paradise offers a fresh, gourmet break and boat rides on the Loiret. Don’t miss this bucolic break! Alone, with family or friends, it’s well worth the diversions.
There’s plenty to choose from at L’Éphémère Café, including snack bars, tearooms, local beers and refreshments. Everything you need for a well-deserved break!
Useful Information :
800 rue du Bac, Olivet
From February to October.
Wednesdays, Saturdays
and Sundays from 11am to 8pm.
La Bamboche
In front of the guinguette stage, on the terrace overlooking the Loiret, comfortably seated in the Théâtre de verdure or strolling through the park, make the most of summer at La Bamboche !
The Bamboche bar, with its cool drinks and light refreshments
from 4.30pm until 11.30pm. The park’s swimming pool snack bar and various food trucks complete the offer.
La Bamboche is for everyone! For families, especially with the Bambinoche shows: storytelling, entertainment and workshops are all on the programme. From Thursday to Sunday, a variety of shows and concerts will be staged on the Scène guinguette
and the Théâtre de verdure. Afterwork, weekend or holiday, come and enjoy an eclectic range of artistic events to suit all tastes! Not to be missed this year: the Frangines, Marie-Flore and the Chocomédy.
Useful Information :
Parc du Poutyl, 422 Rue du Général de Gaulle, Olivet
In July, Thursday to Sunday, 4.30pm to 11.30pm.
Wednesday: children’s day from 3pm to 6pm.
La Guinguette de l’Écluse
Located in the commune of Combleux, close to the Orléans canal, the Guinguette de l’Écluse is set in the garden of a former lock-keeper’s house, close to the Loire.
Samuel and Ludovic wait for Loire à vélo tourists on the towpath. Situated on the banks of the Canal d’Orléans in the garden of a former lock-keeper’s house, you’ll love this place for its family-style decor and serene atmosphere.
Take advantage of our snack service based on local products, wines and beers.
Useful Information :
1 bis chemin de l’Église, Combleux
June :
– Wednesday to Friday: 5pm-11pm
– Saturday and Sunday: 12pm-11pm
July and August:
– Tuesday to Friday: 5pm-11pm
– Saturday and Sunday: 12pm-11pm
September :
– Thursday and Friday: 5pm-11pm
– Saturday and Sunday: 12pm-11pm
La Guinguette du Parc
From 7 July to 26 August, the Guinguette du Parc, set in the heart of the Longues Allées park in Saint-Jean de Braye, will be offering a variety of concerts in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Refreshments and snacks at the bar. The atmosphere is decidedly family-friendly and there’s plenty of dancing at the events and concerts !
Useful Information :
Parc des Longues Allées, 25 rue de Mondésir, Saint-Jean-de-Braye
From 7 July to 26 August. Fridays and Saturdays from 7pm to 11pm, concerts at 8.30pm.
Au Piaf du Loiret
With its view over the Loiret, ducks, swans and canoeists, the guinguette offers refreshments, shaded areas and sun loungers, relaxation and, above all, a good dose of happiness!
A friendly terrace restaurant where you can enjoy a range of dishes including salads (raw vegetables, chicken, etc.), grilled meats, home fries, hot and cold drinks, ice creams, etc.
Au Piaf du Loiret has a hammock, petanque balls, colouring for children and many other leisure activities, in a musical atmosphere…
Useful Information :
350 Route de Saint-Mesmin, Saint-Pryvé-Saint-Mesmin
Open 7 days a week with a continuous service during the summer.
Guinguette du parc de Bel-Air
The friendly guinguette in Ingré, with its specially designed dance floor, is one of the only guinguettes not to be located on the banks of the Loire, but on the road to Orléans, between the Château de Bel-Air and the lake. The guinguette in the Parc de Bel-Air is run by the association Ingré Retraite Active.
Cakes, ice creams, are served in a friendly atmosphere!
In the shade of the trees and the giant marquee, the orchestra and accordion lead the dancers under the pennants in a frenzied round of tango, paso, line dancing, polka, charleston and more.
Every summer, come and enjoy a friendly dance party.
Useful Information :
Route d’Orléans, Ingré
Every Sunday in August, from 2.30pm to 7.30pm.
Members: 7 euros
Non-members: 11 euros
L’Escale du Port Arthur
L’Escale du Port Arthur is delighted to welcome you to a quiet, natural setting with a unique panoramic view over the Loiret.
While Nelly and Jérôme welcome you, Hamid Eddrief, who has a wealth of experience in some of Orléans’ top restaurants, offers a classic menu (grilled meat and fish).
Theme evenings, concerts and dinners. Orchestra on Sunday afternoons, accompanied by local musicians. Programme available on the Escale du Port Arthur website, under “Our news”.
Useful Information :
205 Rue de l’Église
45160 Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Mesmin
Open all year round. Tuesday to Thursday, by reservation, minimum group size 20. From Friday lunchtime to Sunday lunchtime, traditional catering or to order for groups.
