The Daffodil Festival in Gérardmer in the Vosges is the major event of the spring. A flower parade, floats and all kinds of entertainment attract thousands of people every year, and have done since 1935!
A unique flower parade in the Vosges
If you have to go out just once in April, it will be to the daffodil festival in Gérardmer. It’s a wonderful celebration of spring, and you’ll be amazed at both the imposing floats and the smaller creations created by the volunteers.
The Gérardmer daffodil, the most beautiful!
Did you know that the daffodils used to decorate the floats are wild? It’s a narcissus that grows in and around Gérardmer.
These flowers are picked by many little hands, including children from Gérardmer schools and adult volunteers.
Daffodils may be picked, but they may not be sold in Gérardmer in the year of the daffodil festival. Daffodils can be found from March in the valleys (Rochesson, Vagney, Xonrupt, Liezey Le Tholy, etc.) and until late April or even early May on the Vosges crests.
Date of the Daffodil Festival and practical information
This is in April, usually before the 15th of the month. The festival takes place at the weekend, with the flower parade on Sunday afternoon.
Tickets can be booked and selected directly with the Société des fêtes de Gérardmer.
If you want to park easily, it's best to come early. There are plenty of car parks for cars and motorhomes. For the latter, we recommend the car park at La Mauselaine (ski resort).
Yes, everyone can help to organise the daffodil festival, particularly the picketing on Saturday all day and into the night.
Prices may vary depending on the location you choose. It is possible to reserve seats in front of the town hall, for example, a popular shady spot. For more information, visit the Gérardmer Festival Society website or call 03 29 63 12 89.
