There’s no doubt about it, the ambiance will be festive in Pont-l’Abbé, capital of the Pays Bigouden, during its most famous event. Discover the ardour with which nearly 30,000 festival-goers pay tribute to the embroiderers, the seamstresses who made the name of the traditional Breton costume and the impressive “bigoudènes”.
On the menu for the festivities: a celebration of folklore with parades in costume, concerts, entertainment for the kids and a fest noz to bring the event to a close, we’re in Brittany after all! The highpoint of the event, the election of the Queen of the Embroiderers, a tradition that originally gave rise to the festival last century. Make the most of your stay in Brittany to immerse yourself in the very heart of its folklore!
29120 Pont-l’Abbé