Fête du travail - activities

May 1st: why are lilies of the valley offered on this day? History and origins

On May 1st, a plant is on display everywhere in France: the famous lily of the valley. But why do we offer a sprig of lily of the valley every May 1st? We explain the history and origins of this tradition.

Why is May 1st a public holiday in France? History and origins of Labor Day

May 1st is a public holiday in France, when we celebrate Labor Day. But do you know exactly why, and do you know the history of May 1st? We tell you.

Petites mains: A new look at the world of hospitality by Nessim Chikhaoui

Petites mains, Nessim Chikhaoui's latest film, in cinemas May 1, stars Corinne Masiero and Lucie Charles-Alfred. A vibrant tribute to invisible workers.

Atout Branches, the tree-climbing course in Milly-la-Forêt (91)

Atout Branches is the accrobranche course located in Milly-la-Forêt, in the Essonne department. In the heart of the countryside, you'll have fun moving from tree to tree on a course combining thrills and balance. A progressive course that takes you from the easiest to the most difficult circuit at your own pace, to be tested from April 1, 2024 after a winter closure.

Coronavirus: Emmanuel Macron’s message to French this May 1st, 2020

French President Emmanuel Macron sends a message to French on his Twitter account as part of the French Labor Day to share this special day that “seems like no other”.