The most important carnivals New Aquitaine

The carnival is the subject of special attention in Saint-Macaire. After a long tour of the city followed by his costumed faithful and after some cultural activities, Mr. Carnival, no matter how large, is tried and burned on the square of the Mercadiou. A fire not like others with fireworks and other pyrotechniques effects. Meals and costume ball follow. Information: 05 56 63 32 14.

Carnaval Biarnés is the biggest carnival in Béarn and one of the biggest in France! This popular event showcases the region's folklore. Pyrenean carnival figures such as bears, wild men and white ladies appear on street corners. There's also the fantastic story of His Majesty Sent Pançard (the embodiment of bad feelings) and his court, who come to witness his trial and cremation, the climax of the event. There's no shortage of fireworks: school carnivals, school bear hunts, street passes, strolls, games, a grand ball, fireworks... the whole town is mobilized for a week of total celebration!

Each year Cadillac sees its most beautiful tanks scroll on its streets. Mr. Carnival away on his tank with confetti and music to then be tried and burned on the castle square as tradition desires. Information: 05 56 62 12 92.

The Arcachon Carnival theme this year is «Arcachon Carnival and its funny machines». Travel in time and in various universes, a true pleasure for eyes in a beautiful atmosphere.

listed as part of France's inventory of intangible cultural heritage, the Brantôme carnival keeps the tradition of the Occitan carnival alive. In the run-up to Easter, the carnival is traditionally a time for feasting and merrymaking before the Lenten season. Today, the dates are more widespread in Brantôme, as they are in Périgueux, Nontron with the Soufflaculs, Bergerac, Sarlat and other towns. Make-up, fancy dress, singing and dancing, before setting fire to the vile carnival man known as Pétassou. It's all in good fun, and confetti is the order of the day.