France hosts numerous traditional festivals, some bizarre yet culturally rich, such as the Fête du Citron in Menton highlighting citrus craftsmanship, and the Bear Festival in the Pyrenees involving a man in a bear suit. These festivals range from peculiarly themed events to elaborate celebrations that showcase the country's diverse heritage, with activities that invite local participation and tourist intrigue. The Fête du Citron, for example, draws massive crowds for its striking citrus sculptures and festivities, while the Bear Festival offers a whimsical celebration of winter's end through playful traditions.
The Fête du Citron in Menton impressively displays giant sculptures made from over 140 tonnes of citrus, celebrating local agriculture while attracting around 230,000 visitors annually.
Menton's Bear Festival, with origins in the Middle Ages, features a man chasing village residents in a bear suit, culminating in a playful 'skinning'.
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