Étonnants Voyageurs

Étonnants Voyageurs in Saint-Malo

Étonnants Voyageurs is a leading international literature festival, organized annually in Saint-Malo since 1990. Primarily focused on literature, the event also offers a film program, exhibitions, and performances.

International Reach

Each year, the festival hosts over 150 authors, filmmakers, and artists from around the world to lead more than 250 encounters, screenings, exhibitions, and performances throughout the city. This unmissable event attracts nearly 60,000 enthusiasts.

Prestigious Guests

Over the years, Étonnants Voyageurs has welcomed the biggest names in world literature. The 2024 edition honored Quebec with guest Olga Tokarczuk, Nobel Prize in Literature 2018. The 2025 edition celebrated Brazil and South America with guests such as Leïla Slimani, Riad Sattouf, and Miossec.

An Iconic Festival

For over 35 years, Étonnants Voyageurs has embodied the spirit of adventure and literary discovery. The festival has helped make Saint-Malo a capital of travel literature and exploration narratives, attracting a loyal and passionate audience.