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A festive atmosphere with free events in the Pays Loudunais

The free events on offer in the Pays Loudunais challenge an old belief: you have to break the piggy bank to have fun. Well, think again! In the Pays Loudunais, good humour is shared… and very often, it’s free. Hugo and our two travel partners, Zoé and Maxime, spent a few days exploring the region’s free events. Between festivals, nature and unusual discoveries, we didn’t see the time go by and above all, we didn’t spend a penny to be amazed.

Storytelling at the Loudun Children's Book Festival

As soon as we arrived in Loudun, it was impossible to miss the Children’s Book Festival. The streets were buzzing with energy, the stalls overflowing with books and smiles. Zoé, who loves storytelling, got carried away in a writing workshop where she invented a story about dragons and fairies. As for Maxime, he slipped into the shoes of an illustrator, concentrating on his coloured pencils. Meanwhile, Hugo and I listened to a read-aloud by a humorous storyteller.

A friendly atmosphere, discoveries on every page: the kind of simple moment that makes you want to read even more.

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The Lug'en scène Festival will awaken your artistic spirit

A few weeks later, we returned to Loudun for a completely different experience: the Lug’en scène Festival. This event is a real breath of artistic fresh air. Live performances take to the streets and squares. Street theatre, music, dance, circus… every corner of the pavement hides a surprise. The children loved a completely crazy puppet show, while we were swept away by a troupe of actors improvising with the audience. This whirlwind of culture delighted the whole family. We left with smiles from ear to ear and the certainty that here, culture is truly accessible to all.

Ecotourism celebrates in Moncontour

Another event not to be missed in the Loudunais region is the Ecotourism Festival in Moncontour. Between bike rides, nature workshops and local tastings, the day flies by. Zoé loved making insect hotels while Maxime tested his knowledge of local wildlife in a fun quiz. We enjoyed a walk along the leisure centre before laying out a tablecloth for a zero-waste picnic by the water. It was a moment suspended in time, listening to the wind, laughter and frogs singing at the top of their voices.

 

Get your summer moving with "Dive'rtissez-vous!"

And because conviviality never takes a holiday here, it’s impossible to miss “Dive’rtissez-vous! Every summer, the village of Dive-sur-Dive comes alive with a series offree events for young and old: open-air concerts, night markets, storytelling walks, children’s workshops… it’s all there to extend the day well into the evening. We went on a Saturday evening: music, the smell of crêpes and a guinguette atmosphere. Maxime danced like a madman in the village square, while Zoé enjoyed a make-up workshop between two bursts of laughter. The spirit of the Pays Loudunais in all its splendour: simple, joyful and open to all.

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A wonderful discovery at the Solidarity and Tolerance Festival

One of our trips to the Loudun region led us to discover the Solidarity and Tolerance Festival in Loudun. At this event dedicated to kindness and sharing, we were able to discover world music, attend open debates, participate in activities… In short, everything was designed to celebrate diversity.

The children took part in a workshop to make colourful flags while we attended an open-air concert. We laughed, we talked, we discovered cultures and stories. It was the kind of moment that makes you think while leaving you with a big smile on your face.

 

Many memories thanks to the free entertainment in the Loudunais region

All our trips to the Loudunais region have left us with wonderful memories without breaking the family budget. What do we remember most about these few days? That generosity is second nature here. In the Loudunais region, you can have fun, learn and marvel without spending a penny. Each event is an invitation to experience the region in a different way: simple, friendly and human.

So, next time you’re looking for something to do, don’t wait: come and enjoy the free activities in the Loudunais region and let yourself be carried away by the atmosphere.

 

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