It's a historic date in France. On July 14, 1789, the Revolutionaries took over the Bastille prison in Paris. They brought down one of the symbols of royal power. Every year, communes across France commemorate this day on the Fête Nationale with a series of events, including popular balls, firemen's balls and the traditional fireworks display. Courbevoie is one such town.
Located in the Hauts-de-Seine region, on the left bank of the Seine, the town is known as the headquarters of the Société Nautique de la Basse Seine. The town also hosted the rowing, swimming and water polo events at the 1900 Summer Olympics!
So, would you like to celebrate July 14th on the banks of the Seine this year? Head for the town of Courbevoie, which will be staging an enchanting fireworks display on Sunday July 13, 2025 . At 11 p.m., the banks of the Seine will set ablaze in a splendid fireworks show fired from the Pont de Levallois. In the meantime, enjoy the family festivities in the Parc de Bécon.
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Dates and Opening Time
On July 13, 2025
Location
Courbevoie
courbevoie
92400 Courbevoie
Prices
Free
Official website
www.ville-courbevoie.fr
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Fête Nationale: Fireworks on July 13 and 14, 2025 in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
