Festival CAP !
Les Landes today for tomorrow: the transitions festival
About Festival CAP !
Festival CAP!: Transitions Celebrated in Les Landes
The Festival CAP! was born in 2024 from a joint initiative by the Department of Landes, the Town Hall of Saint-Paul-lès-Dax, the regional daily newspaper Sud Ouest, and the Maison Écocitoyenne des Landes. This original festival brings together for a weekend the actors and citizens involved in the ecological, energy, food, and social transitions of the Landes region.
A Rich and Participatory Program
Festival CAP! offers an eclectic program combining round tables and conferences led by experts and field actors, live performances including accordion musical tales, concerts, and practical workshops on eco-friendly actions, gardening, responsible cooking, and the circular economy. A market of artisans and local producers showcases Landes know-how committed to sustainable practices.
Two Days, Two Iconic Locations
The festival unfolds over two days and two complementary sites. On Saturday, activities are concentrated near the Grange du Lac de Christus, in a preserved natural setting in the heart of Saint-Paul-lès-Dax. On Sunday, the festival takes over the magnificent Abbesse site, a former thermal estate nestled in the forest, for hikes, guided storytelling walks, and a festive outdoor meal.
A Collective Commitment for the Landes of Tomorrow
Festival CAP! aims to become an essential annual event for all those who wish to inform themselves, exchange ideas, and act for a more sustainable future in the Landes. Associations, enthusiasts, artisans, and professionals share their thoughts and solutions regarding our lifestyles through stands, workshops, conferences, and activities accessible to all.
A Free Festival Open to All
The entire program of Festival CAP! is completely free and open to all audiences, young and old. This free access reflects the organizers' desire to encourage the widest possible citizen participation in the region's transition challenges.
Practical information — Festival CAP !
Dates and Times
Festival CAP! takes place over a weekend in October. On Saturday, activities are scheduled from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. near the Grange du Lac de Christus. On Sunday, activities are held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Abbesse site.
Locations
Saturday: Lac de Christus
Saturday's activities take place near the Grange du Lac de Christus, in Saint-Paul-lès-Dax. This natural site offers a green and accessible setting, with parking nearby.
Sunday: Abbesse Site
On Sunday, the festival takes over the Abbesse site, a former thermal estate located in the forest, for hikes, guided storytelling walks, and a festive meal.
Prices
Festival CAP! is completely free. Access to all activities, shows, conferences, and workshops is free and requires no prior registration.
Food and Drink
Food and drink areas are available on both sites, offering local and seasonal products. On Sunday, a festive meal is organized at the Abbesse site (booking recommended).
Access
Lac de Christus is located in the heart of Saint-Paul-lès-Dax, easily accessible by car from the A63 motorway exit. Free parking is available nearby. Carpooling and cycling are encouraged.
Contact
Département des Landes: www.landes.fr
Mairie de Saint-Paul-lès-Dax: www.st-paul-les-dax.fr
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Where does it take place — Festival CAP !
Lac de Christus et site de l'Abbesse
Lac de Christus, 40990 Saint-Paul-lès-Dax