Fête de la Transhumance

..... past and present herds. The transhumance is a time to celebrate with family and friends. A parade of sheep, accompanied by folk groups, a local market, a film screening, a dress sale, a hike... There will be plenty of entertainment on offer throughout the day. Organised by the Municipal Festivals and Traditions Committee In partnership with the Office de tourisme Alpilles en Provence, the Maison de la Transhumance, the Parc naturel régional des Alpilles the Office de Tourisme des Baux de Provence and the Étoile de l'Avenir d'Arles. The programme: Friday 17 April 2026 7.00 pm: Documentary – Film screening and discussion at the Eden municipal cinema in Fontvieille “Les dernières grandes transhumances” in the presence of director René Mannent This documentary film takes us to the heart of an exceptional transhumance, following a flock of 2,000 sheep as they walk 200 kilometres in ten days, from Provence to the slopes of the Alps, through spectacular landscapes. Saturday 18 April 2026 2pm: In step with the flock – a pastoral immersion organised by the Alpilles Regional Nature Park Meet the Boucabelle: Meet a Rove goat farmer and her shepherd, and discover Provençal pastoralism. After visiting the kid nursery, you will accompany the flock on a hike through the hills. The shepherd will share his expertise and explain the role of grazing in maintaining the landscape and preventing fires. With Natascha Duverdier and Xavier, her shepherd Free upon registration: 04 90 90 44 00 Sunday 19 April 2026 11am: Parade of flocks and traditional groups through the village 9am–5pm: Farmers’ market in the market halls 9am–5pm: Old-fashioned flea market in the grounds of Montauban Castle with L’Etoile de l’Avenir