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Aqui.Media reported that Maxime Doreau, president of La French Tech Bordeaux, described the association as holding its third consecutive Capitale French Tech label and said 53% of its funding was private. The funding figure concerns the association, not startup funding across the region.
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Aqui.Media reported that Maxime Doreau, president of La French Tech Bordeaux, described the association as holding its third consecutive Capitale French Tech label and said 53% of its funding was private. The funding figure concerns the association, not startup funding across the region.
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Bordeaux ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #193 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
15 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Bordeaux
Investors 8
Investor
InvestorInvesting in regional SMEs and ETIs for long-term growth.
InvestorInvesting in the future of SMEs in France.
The 3 most prominent of 8. Browse all investors
Incubators 4
IncubatorSupporting innovative startups for a sustainable future.
IncubatorSupporting startups in Bordeaux with tailored assistance.
IncubatorSupporting entrepreneurs in the social economy.
The 3 most prominent of 4. Browse all incubators
Venture studios 2
Venture studioCreating and activating B2B marketing solutions.
Venture studioYour partner in operational investment for startup success.
Accelerators 1
AcceleratorAccelerating media tech startups.
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Raising in Bordeaux
Investors based here, and the programs that take teams at your stage.
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Accelerators and incubators here see the earliest teams first.
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Campuses and communities are where teams form before anyone funds them.
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What the sources say about Bordeaux
Aqui.Media reports the association president's account of its third consecutive label and private funding share.
Source: La French Tech Bordeaux, cap au large pour 2026-2028
Questions about Bordeaux
How does Bordeaux rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #193 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025).
How many startup investors are based in Bordeaux?
8 investors based in Bordeaux have a profile here, including AQUITI Gestion, Grand Sud Ouest Capital (GSO Capital) and GALIA GESTION. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Bordeaux?
Yes. Bordeaux has 1 accelerator, 4 incubators and 2 venture studios on record, including Théophraste, Pépinière Le Campement and LaChapelle.club.
Geographic proximity
Nearby cities to Bordeaux
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