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In the heart of Arles, an unforgettable experience awaits all fans of tradition and folklore with the Feria de Pâques. Discover a unique celebration where the bulls are the real stars. The event is distinguished by its "Abrivado" and "Bandido", during which the bulls are led through the streets by skilled riders, creating an impressive spectacle of mastery and bravery.
For adrenaline junkies, the Encierro offers a further surge of excitement, where running side by side with these imposing animals shows a more daring side to the festivities. Bullfighting is also on the program, capturing the essence of this cultural art, deeply rooted in the local heritage.
This event brings together those exceptional traditions that not only define the spirit of Arles, but also enliven the hearts of all those who take part. Come and experience a festive moment combining courage, culture and ancestral traditions. Whether you're a spectator or an actor, the bulls in the streets of Arles promise to leave you with lasting memories. Come and take part in this colorful festival and vibrate to the rhythm of the Easter Feria!
Friday, April 18, 2025
8:00 pm: ENCIERRO of 15 bulls, rue Marius Jouveau, place Marius Jouveau (Manade de l'Etrier)
Saturday April 19th 2025
10:00 am: ENCIERRO, rue Marius Jouveau, place Marius Jouveau (Manade des Alpilles)
11:00 am: ARENES PORTATIVES/ place de la Croisière / cow race for amateurs (Manade des Alpilles)
1:00 pm: ABRIVADO, rue Marius Jouveau, place Marius Jouveau (Manade Clément
2:00 pm: ARENES PORTATIVES/ place de la Croisière, "le souvenir Francis Espejo"/ camargue race for the Arles bullfighting school (Manade Thibaud)
8:00 pm: BANDIDO, boulevard des Lices, between the Maison des Associations and the Halte Routière. (Manade Grimaud)
Sunday April 20, 2025
10:00 am: ENCIERRO DE TAU, rue Marius Jouveau, place Marius Jouveau (Manade Vallat)
11h00: ARENES PORTATIVES / place de la Croisière/ cow race for amateurs (Manade la Grand Ponche)
1:00 pm: ROUSSATAIO, boulevard des Lices, between the Maison des Associations and the Halte Routière (Manades Layalle and des Chanoines)
2:00 pm: ARENES PORTATIVES / place de la Croisière, equestrian acrobatics demonstration by children from the Rossolys stables
2:30pm: ARENES PORTATIVES / place de la Croisière, "le souvenir Francis Espejo"/ grande capea for the Arles bullfighting school (Manade Vallat)
8:00 pm: BANDIDO, boulevard des Lices, between the Maison des Associations and the Halte Routière (Manade Lescot)
Monday April 21st 2025
10:00 am: ENCIERRO DES 60 ANS, place de la République (Manade Vallat)
11:00 am: ARENES PORTATIVES / place de la Croisière, cow race for amateurs - swimming pool bulls (Manade St Germain)
1:00 pm: ABRIVADO / boulevard des Lices, between the Maison des Associations and the Halte Routière (Manade Conti)
2:00 pm: ARENES PORTATIVES / place de la Croisière, cow race for amateurs - bulls in swimming pool (Manade des Chanoines)
8:00 pm: BANDIDO FINALE AUX FLAMBEAUX, boulevard des Lices, between the Maison des Associations and the Halte Routière (Manade Martel)
For adrenaline junkies, the Encierro offers a further surge of excitement, where running side by side with these imposing animals shows a more daring side to the festivities. Bullfighting is also on the program, capturing the essence of this cultural art, deeply rooted in the local heritage.
This event brings together those exceptional traditions that not only define the spirit of Arles, but also enliven the hearts of all those who take part. Come and experience a festive moment combining courage, culture and ancestral traditions. Whether you're a spectator or an actor, the bulls in the streets of Arles promise to leave you with lasting memories. Come and take part in this colorful festival and vibrate to the rhythm of the Easter Feria!
Friday, April 18, 2025
8:00 pm: ENCIERRO of 15 bulls, rue Marius Jouveau, place Marius Jouveau (Manade de l'Etrier)
Saturday April 19th 2025
10:00 am: ENCIERRO, rue Marius Jouveau, place Marius Jouveau (Manade des Alpilles)
11:00 am: ARENES PORTATIVES/ place de la Croisière / cow race for amateurs (Manade des Alpilles)
1:00 pm: ABRIVADO, rue Marius Jouveau, place Marius Jouveau (Manade Clément
2:00 pm: ARENES PORTATIVES/ place de la Croisière, "le souvenir Francis Espejo"/ camargue race for the Arles bullfighting school (Manade Thibaud)
8:00 pm: BANDIDO, boulevard des Lices, between the Maison des Associations and the Halte Routière. (Manade Grimaud)
Sunday April 20, 2025
10:00 am: ENCIERRO DE TAU, rue Marius Jouveau, place Marius Jouveau (Manade Vallat)
11h00: ARENES PORTATIVES / place de la Croisière/ cow race for amateurs (Manade la Grand Ponche)
1:00 pm: ROUSSATAIO, boulevard des Lices, between the Maison des Associations and the Halte Routière (Manades Layalle and des Chanoines)
2:00 pm: ARENES PORTATIVES / place de la Croisière, equestrian acrobatics demonstration by children from the Rossolys stables
2:30pm: ARENES PORTATIVES / place de la Croisière, "le souvenir Francis Espejo"/ grande capea for the Arles bullfighting school (Manade Vallat)
8:00 pm: BANDIDO, boulevard des Lices, between the Maison des Associations and the Halte Routière (Manade Lescot)
Monday April 21st 2025
10:00 am: ENCIERRO DES 60 ANS, place de la République (Manade Vallat)
11:00 am: ARENES PORTATIVES / place de la Croisière, cow race for amateurs - swimming pool bulls (Manade St Germain)
1:00 pm: ABRIVADO / boulevard des Lices, between the Maison des Associations and the Halte Routière (Manade Conti)
2:00 pm: ARENES PORTATIVES / place de la Croisière, cow race for amateurs - bulls in swimming pool (Manade des Chanoines)
8:00 pm: BANDIDO FINALE AUX FLAMBEAUX, boulevard des Lices, between the Maison des Associations and the Halte Routière (Manade Martel)
In the heart of Arles, an unforgettable experience awaits all fans of tradition and folklore with the Feria de Pâques. Discover a unique celebration where the bulls are the real stars. The event is distinguished by its "Abrivado" and "Bandido", during which the bulls are led through the streets by skilled riders, creating an impressive spectacle of mastery and bravery.
For adrenaline junkies, the Encierro offers a further surge of excitement, where running side by side with these imposing...
For adrenaline junkies, the Encierro offers a further surge of excitement, where running side by side with these imposing...
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From 18 April 2025 until 21 April 2025 - Open everyday