This is the telephone area code for Bordeaux and surrounding areas in Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, France.
How to Call Bordeaux from Overseas
- Dial your country's exit code (International Access Code)
- Dial 33 (France country code)
- Dial the area code (5 - without the leading 0)
- Dial the local phone number (8 digits)
Example: Calling Bordeaux from Australia
0011 33 5 56 12 34 56
Where:
0011 = Australia exit code
33 = France country code
5 = Bordeaux area code (05 without the 0)
56 12 34 56 = Local Bordeaux phone number
Quick Facts
Bordeaux Area Code Coverage
The 05 area code covers Bordeaux and surrounding areas in the Gironde department:
Bordeaux City
All districts including Centre, Chartrons, Saint-Michel
UNESCO Port Area
Historic Port of the Moon, waterfront districts
Quinconces & Gambetta
Major squares and commercial districts
Saint-Pierre
Historic old town with medieval streets
Bordeaux Metropole
Metropolitan area with 28 communes
Wine Country
Surrounding vineyards and wine estates
Major French Area Codes
Common Exit Codes for Calling France
When calling Bordeaux from these countries, use these exit codes:
United States
011
Australia
0011
European Union
00
Spain
00
United Kingdom
00
Canada
011