Escape the bustle of the busy cities and head to the Alsace region of France for the town of Guebwiller's annual wine festival. Local wineries offer free samples of some of the area’s finest wines while traditional foods and crafts are sold in the surrounding regions.
Cannes Film Festival
Cannes
May 9 - May 20, 2012
Modeled after the leading film event in Venice, this competition draws thousands of spectators each year. Come enjoy the festival amidst the numerous, excited locals!
Tour de France
Rotterdam
June 30 - July 31, 2012
This monumental event begins in Rotterdam and ends near the Champs-Elysees. This year's race features 23 categorized climbs and 3 mountain top finishes, presenting the most arduous terrain since 2005.
Bayeux Medieval Festival
Bayeux
July, 2012
This festival hosts a medieval market as well as street performances, concerts and parades. There is also a dramatic medieval ball at the commencement of the event with jesters, acrobats, jugglers, damsels, and knights enriching the city’s streets.
Bastille Day
Champs Elysées
July 14, 2012
Bastille Day is a celebration of the onset of the French Revolution and spans two days of fun. The night before offers numerous balls in various parts of the city, while the day itself offers a festive, parade, street entertainment, fireworks and more!
Pottery Festival
Malicorne
September, 2012
Each September, Malicorne's city center fills with local renowned potters as a means to display their wares and sell their works while crafty artisans give pottery and firing demonstrations to spectators.
Poitiers Heritage Days
Poitiers
September, 2012
Walk amongst the ancient ruins of Poitou, a former capital city, and view Baptistère Saint-Jean, one of the oldest churches in France, as Poitiers opens up its historic sites and monuments for this one tremendous event!
Apple Fair
Vimoutiers
October, 2012
Thousands of visitors flock to the Apple Fair to eat apples, drink cider, and enjoy all things apple. The fruit literally takes center stage in Vimoutiers, complete with a theatrical set made entirely from apples. Be sure to do as the Normans and enjoy a glass of calvados, or apple liqueur, with your evening meal! Exact dates pending for the 2012 fair.
Science Frontieres Festival
Marseilles
November, 2012
The Science Frontieres Festival is an eco-friendly event promoting clean living through the use of renewable energies. Families will learn new ways to reduce their impact on the environment as well as enjoy a vibrant festival atmosphere.
Paris International Boat Show
Porte de Versailles
December, 2012
Water activity enthusiasts flock this show featuring over 31 sectors of the boating industry. Exhibits range from wake boarders and water skiers to travelers and watery destinations.
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