2025 Francefest Itinerary, Ticket Information, and Updates: Events, Prices, and Announcements
Title: Let's Get a Taste of France in Düsseldorf's Heart
Consider this: The German-French friendship will be on full display from July 4th to 6th, as Düsseldorf plays host to the 23rd France Festival. This ain't no small shindig, fam; over 120 exhibitors are expected to converge on the city’s old town, bringing a big ol' dose of French flair to the celebration.
Now, you'll befront and center of culinary delights, craft products, music acts, breakdancing, and boules, thanks to this bash. Mark your calendars, 'cause this fest's gonna rock three prime locations: along the Rheinuferpromenade, on the Burgplatz, and in the town hall's courtyard.
Friday, July 4th, at 6 pm, the fest will kick off in the town hall's courtyard. Düsseldorf's Mayor, Stephan Keller, says, "The 23rd France Festival is an opportunity to bring diverse cultures together and strengthen lasting friendships in these challenging times."
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At the Rheinuferpromenade, savor regional French specialties at 15 mouthwatering venues. Expect Jura cheese, Brittany butter cookies, Auvergne pastries, and so much more. Cheers to that! Alongside delicious bites, handmade ceramics, stationery, accessories, travel literature, and French cookbooks will be on offer.
Following last year's success, Abdel Chouari, four-time Breakdance World Champion from Toulouse, will team up with German breakdancer Bboy Snow to once again dazzle audiences with their moves. Breakdance workshops, shows, battles, and open jam sessions are on the agenda for dance enthusiasts. Find them grooving on the Radschläger square at the Lower Rhine dock on Saturday, July 5th, from 1 pm, and on Sunday, July 6th, from 2 pm.
A new addition to the festivities: top sport will take center stage on the boule court. Multiple German champions will compete on Friday, with the weekend dedicated to boule for everyone and family-friendly sessions.
If classic cars are your jam, don't miss the "Tour de Düsseldorf," featuring around 130 classic beauties, the largest gathering of exclusively French classics in Germany. This year's tour will take place on July 5th in the left bank surroundings south of Düsseldorf.
Take a load off and groove to the stage program in the inner courtyard of the town hall. This year's acts include singer-songwriter Marie-Flore, Maxence with pop and electronic sounds, Lancelot, Lisa Pariente, Noémie Schröder, and Soline.
Wanna catch all the action? Head to www.duesseldorf-frankreichfest.de to snag the deets!
Fest alert! If you're trying to find details about the 23rd Düsseldorf France Festival this particular July, there's a slim chance you might score them from your local event calendars or by reaching out to the organizers directly. Best of luck!
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This year's France Fest is supported by numerous partners, such as Alpine, the Caravan Salon, and more. Be sure to swing by and check out the full-electric Alpine model A390 at the BOB Automobile dealership stand.
So there you have it, folks! Düsseldorf's got the goods when it comes to immersing yourself in French culture this July. Bon appétit and à bientôt!
- Immerse yourself in French lifestyle and entertainment as you stroll along the Rheinuferpromenade, where 15 mouthwatering venues offer regional specialties, or head to the Radschläger square at the Lower Rhine dock to witness dazzling breakdance performances by Abdel Chouari and Bboy Snow.
- Don't miss the chance to explore French entertainment in Düsseldorf's heart, as the town hall's courtyard hosts a stage program featuring artists like Marie-Flore, Maxence, Lancelot, Lisa Pariente, Noémémie Schröder, and Soline, while the boule court showcases top sport competition and family-friendly sessions.
