While around 200,000 people are expected in Bordeaux, for the five matches of the Rugby World Cup which will be played at Matmut Atlantique, including 60,000 Welsh and Irish from this weekend, the Gironde prefecture puts the kibosh on the alcohol consumption.
“Due to the number of visitors and spectators expected, the prefect has decided to take measures to secure this event,” she said in a press release. The possession, transport and consumption of alcohol on the public domain will be prohibited in the hypercentre of Bordeaux, on the quays of the Garonne left bank, at Bassins à flots as well as near the Matmut Atlantique stadium from noon and until the following day 6 am on September 8, 9, 10, 14, 16, 17, 21, 23, 24, 30 and October 1, 6, 7, 8, 14, 15, 20, 21 and 28. The terraces of cafes and restaurants, and the rugby village (which can accommodate up to 10,000 people) are not affected by this ban.
Avoid disturbances to public order
The sale, possession, transport and consumption of drinks in glass containers will also be prohibited in public areas and on the terraces of drinking establishments (with the exception of restaurants), the press release adds.
“The objective of these measures is to prevent gatherings on public roads and spaces during the most sensitive matches from leading to excesses or clashes, likely to cause civil disturbances. public order and public health issues. »