Floirac, commune in Gironde, France
Floirac is a commune south of Bordeaux situated on the right bank of the Garonne river, spanning just under 9 square kilometers. The town consists of older neighborhoods like Coteaux and Gambetta alongside newer residential areas and features historic structures such as the 16th-century church of Saint-Vincent.
Floirac has roots in Roman times, as archaeological finds of a Roman villa demonstrate. The town evolved from a small village into an important trading center and was a site of military and commercial activity along the Garonne in the 17th century.
The town's name likely derives from an ancient Roman family or flowers that once grew there. Local residents, called Floiracais, maintain traditions like weekly markets and neighborhood gatherings that shape community life.
The town is easily reached from Bordeaux by tram and bus, and features a train station at La Souys for further travel. The flat terrain and continuous pathways along the Garonne make exploring on foot or by bike straightforward.
The town became a significant residential area only after World War II and has grown by around 10 percent since the late 1990s. This relatively recent development shows in the contrast between older landmarks like the church and modern housing complexes that shape the townscape.
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