The Fête des 400 Coups is much more than a simple celebration: it’s a key event in Montalban’s identity, rooted in a historic event. As was the case for the 400th anniversary of Les 400 Coups, this year’s celebration becomes a genuine cultural event that brings the city’s streets to life. This emblematic festival is expected to attract thousands of visitors, who come to discover a unique atmosphere blending tradition and modernity.
La fête des 400 coups 2024
Three days of festivities in MontaubanLes 400 coups :
What's new?In September 1621, at the height of the siege, the town of Montauban was subjected to powerful cannon fire from the royal artillery. These memorable salvos from the royal cannons live on in the Montauban imagination through the historical legend known as “Les 400 coups”.
During the 400 coups, you’ll be able to discover : parades of extras, musicians, dancers, jugglers in costume, theatrical scenes in period costume, dance demonstrations to the sound of old-time music, a grand equestrian and fire show, historical shows with falconers and fire-eaters, a parade of wolves, wooden and traditional games, a cloak-and-dagger show, a cavalcade with the Queen of the 400 Blows float, mapping projections, sound and light shows, and many other surprises.
Place Nationale will be at the height of the excitement. Entirely decorated with coats of arms and decked out in the colors of red and blue, on Saturday evening after the cavalcade it will host a fire show, falconry and equestrian demonstrations. The Fête des 400 Coups is much more than just a festival; it’s a vibrant testament to the town’s identity and vitality. Whether you’re a long-time resident or a visitor just passing through, this event promises unforgettable memories.
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To all our 400 coups partnersLe Grand Montauban, Mauranes, E.Leclerc, Montauban Festivités, Alves Frères, C.D.L., Groupama, Le Département du Tarn et Garonne, Bouffies TP, Les Lansquenets, Sarl Rubis, Inter Sécurité, Equip’Quad, Doumerc Pneus, Mon Assistant Numérique, SPTM, Autocars Barrière, Azevedo Lafon, QPark, C’Hair, Body Sun Clinic, Stud’Coiffure, Nathalie Llabet, Andréa Fournier, L’Atelier de Nath, RB, Margolia, Comptoirs de l’Ours, Fleurs Service 82, Rent A Car, Tout Faire Matériaux, Anim’Escence, Agence Longueville, Karine Coiffure, Kévin Bonnefois, Teep, La Rôtisserie Montalbanaise, Run Caravaning, Or En Cash.