Fireworks are a very popular moment for the general public. This practice, born in China in the 11th century, arrived in France much later, in the 17th century. Since then, many important moments of the calendar, shows and other festivals, are the occasion to illuminate the sky with a thousand colors and to put stars in the eyes of children and adults. Summer is the best time of the year for fireworks displays in our municipalities, because of the better weather and clear skies. For the celebration of the 14th of July or of an event of the cultural agenda, many cities in France do not hesitate to bring out the big game to put in full the sight of the spectators. You have not yet had the opportunity to see a particularly grandiose one? Here are three of the most beautiful fireworks in France
1- The Lake Festival, Annecy
It is necessary to go back to 1860 and the reception of the emperor Napoleon III and the empress Eugénie to see the first Lake Festival of Annecy being celebrated in honor of the attachment of the duchy of Savoy to France. Now organized on the first Saturday of August, the organization proceeds to thepurchase of professional fire works of high quality to create a breathtaking and totally safe show.
Lake Annecy is known for the beauty of its translucent waters and its surrounding mountainous landscapes. Well, the bay of Albigny becomes during the festival a privileged setting to attend one of the most important pyrotechnic shows in Europe. Each year, several thousands of people come to the banks of the lake, or to their privileged secret place, to observe the lights that ignite the sky and are reflected in the water. To enhance this moment so much awaited by locals and visitors alike, the Fête du Lac's organizing team creates stories, broadcasts music, uses the latest fireworks techniques and calls upon internationally renowned creators of emotions.
2- July 14th in Carcassonne
On August 14, 1898, Carcassonne organized great celebrations in honor of the arrival of the "Cadets of Gascony". Since then, the city celebrates every year on July 14th the burning of its legendary city. An extraordinary and unforgettable sound and light show during which a gigantic firework illuminates the sky, the stones and other details of its exceptional medieval citadel. Lasting 30 minutes, it reveals a multitude of shapes and colors. The launchers use the most fashionable pyrotechnic devices, while honouring the City's environmental policy, which aims to create a responsible fireworks display.
To enjoy this breathtaking spectacle, residents and visitors alike go to the banks of the Aude or the bridges that span it, to get the best possible view of the medieval city. Others prefer to settle in the heart of the surrounding vineyards to find a little more peace and quiet. In any case, you have to arrive early!
3- The Festival of Pyrotechnic Art of Cannes
Isn't the Mediterranean one of the most beautiful places to launch a firework display? On the French Riviera, the bay of Cannes hosts its unmissable Festival of Pyrotechnic Art every summer. Six evenings during which the public is amazed by the greatest international fireworkers. These masters of lights and colors do not lack imagination to create new frescoes in the sky of the town of the Alpes-Maritimes, just above the Big Blue.
The public is not the only one to enjoy the show, since a jury is also present to note the performances. In addition to unveiling some of the most beautiful fireworks in France, the Festival of Pyrotechnic Art is also a competition where participants compete for the silver vestal, a prestigious prize that allows access to the gold vestal. Another argument that certifies the high quality of these pyro-musicals.
