Top 10 Must-Visit Festivals in France 2021

Top 10 Must-Visit Festivals in France 2021

A must-attend list of France festivals 2021 will give you primary travel goals;


 

Nice Carnival

What is better than a world-class carnival in one of the world’s best cities! It is one of the unusual winter events, rather than summer. Speak of fantastic parades and spectacular fireworks; Nice has it all. The French Riviera scenery also contributes to the festival’s charm.

Les Choregies d’Orange

The best place to go to if you are a fan of opera is this lovely summer festival. Here the semi-circular Roman Theater is renowned for its stunning seating and acoustics. The festival started in the late 1800s, making it even more fascinating.

Tour De France

Tour De France

Every sports fan dreams of once in his life of attending the Tour De France. This beautiful cycling competition began in the early 20th century and has been a great show for over 100 years. The picturesque beauty of this competition is unpredictable and unique as the route of competition varies each year. This is one of the best tailor-made France trips.

Mardi gras

Translated literally as ‘Fat Tuesday,’ the Mardi gras, or other variants thereof, are celebrated in the days leading up to Easter by Catholics worldwide. However, the celebrations in France are special when you walk the streets with gorgeous, massive masks and pancakes, excellent waffles, crepes, and omelettes every day.

La Fête de la Musique

Perhaps one of France’s largest music festivals marks the end of the summer solstice by gathering kinds – singers, musicians, and music fans. It is absolutely free to enjoy this massive celebration.

Cannes Film Festival

Probably one of the largest film festivals in Cannes, France – do we have to say more? Cannes is a spectacular event with the attention of the fashion, media, and film industry at the participation of celebrities from movie industries worldwide.

International Kite Festival

France has its kite enthusiast’s community. In Berck, a coastal commune in France’s northern region, the International Kite Festival is organized. Flying a kite on the vast sandy beach is a memorable experience.
Bastille Day

Bastille Day

Bastille Day is France’s national festival and possibly the most significant celebration. In the late seventeenth century, during the French Revolution, it commemorates the anniversary of revolutionaries who seized the Bastilles prison. Fete de la Bastille is celebrated in every region of France on a national holiday with vigour and passion. The streets are lined with parades, and the day ends with splendid fireworks. Get train tickets worldwide easily for this festival.

Paris L’été

The extravagant Paris L’été or Paris Summer Festival is another summer treat in Paris. The ultimate celebration of French arts, freedom, culture, and beauty are big circus, open-air theatre, music performances, etc. Spread across numerous venues in the area, participating in various activities is always free (or minimal costing), making it a massive highlight for tourists and locals alike.

Menton Lemon Festival

In the second month of February, the Menton Lemon Festival takes place and draws more than 2, 00,000 people every year. The festival is held at Bioves Garden in the centre of Menton for two weeks. There are huge statues, models, and paintings, composed of citrus, lemons, and oranges.

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