As every year, magnificent firework displays will be taking place all over France to celebrate the national holiday of July 14. But where can you go to see the best fireworks displays on July 14th? Here's a selection of the finest fireworks displays in France!
Fireworks at the Eiffel Tower
Paris 's annual fireworks display will set the Eiffel Tower ablaze. This grandiose show will take place at 11 p.m. and will last around 30 minutes. Based on the theme of "Liberty", it is eagerly awaited by millions of television viewers and thousands of Parisians who flock to the Champ-de-Mars to watch it.
Just before the fireworks, at 9.15pm, a grand symphony concert is held at the foot of the Eiffel Tower. Admission is free and no reservation is required. Broadcast live on France 2, this is one of the world's greatest classical music events.
Fireworks at Disneyland Paris
Families with children may be more tempted by a day at Disneyland Paris, followed by a marvellous fireworks display at Sleeping Beauty Castle. To the sound of the brass band and accordions, young and old alike can dance the night away while enjoying the magical world of Disney on Bastille Day. Join us at 11 p.m. for an incredible fireworks show! It will be followed by the Disney Dreams show, with the main Disney characters parading on the Château's façade.
Fireworks in Lyon
The city of Lyon will be offering three dance stages on the quays, a military parade and a grand fireworks display on the Fourvière hill.
The show will start at 10.30pm and will take place at three different points on the Fourvière hill.
Fireworks in Carcassonne
Carcassonne' s fireworks display is a worldwide event, broadcast by numerous French and foreign TV channels. Every year, hundreds of thousands of people flock to the banks of the Aude to witness this exceptional fireworks display. The City of Carcassonne invites you to join us at 10.30pm on the outskirts of the Cité for an unforgettable experience.
Fireworks in Marseille
This year's program in Marseille includes a parade, a free concert and fireworks. The July 14 fireworks will be shot off in music from the Vieux-Port and Fort d'Entrecasteaux in Marseille at around 10 pm, while the concert will start at 8 pm.
If you're on vacation in the PACA region or on the Côte d'Azur, this is the perfect opportunity to visit Marseille! We even recommend that you come in the morning to watch the traditional military parade on the Avenue du Prado, which takes place both on land and in the air.
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