General French News | Normandy: First- ever Impressionism Festival

Normandy can boast some serious artistic credentials, of which it is rightfully proud.
Taking inspiration from the region’s lovely light and natural beauty, the Impressionists set up their easels along the Channel coast and the banks of the Seine, in Rouen's Old Town and Monet's private gardens in Giverny. Some of the most famous and popular works of art from the 19th century were the colourful results.

Now, to celebrate the role that the northern region played in this epoch-defining movement, Impressionism is taking over for the summer.

Running from June to September, the first-ever Impressionism Festival - Normandie Impressionniste – the festival will be the first of its kind and will see a massive range of events taking place simultaneously across Normandy.

There’s something for everyone – from painting and contemporary art through to cinema, theatre, dance, photography and literature, as well as light shows, firework displays, Seine River cruises, Impressionist trails and even dejeuner sur l'herbe picnics.

So if you love to combine art and travel – with a touch of lovely architecture and dreamy seascapes thrown in, book your ferry tickets now!

www.normandieimpressionniste.com

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