Festival of Water, Fire and Madeleine
Edition 2026 Gastronomy Folk Traditions Family

Festival of Water, Fire and Madeleine

Popular festival on the banks of the Moselle celebrating the Liverdun madeleine

Liverdun — Meurthe-et-Moselle (54)
Dates 01 Jul — 01 Jul 2026
Location Liverdun (54)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Madeleine Festival

The Festival of Water, Fire and Madeleine is a popular festival organized in Liverdun by the Association des Commerçants de Liverdun. This family-friendly and festive event celebrates the Liverdun madeleine, an emblematic pastry of the town. The program includes a flea market with several hundred exhibitors, a contest for the biggest madeleine eater, the election of Miss Liverdun, water activities on the Moselle, children's entertainment, and outdoor dining. The profits are donated to hospitalized children.

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The Liverdun Madeleine in the Spotlight

The Festival of Water, Fire and Madeleine is a popular and festive event that celebrates one of Liverdun's gourmet treasures: the madeleine. This pastry, which is the pride of the town, is at the heart of a day of entertainment bringing together locals and visitors on the banks of the Moselle.

A Day of Varied Festivities

The festival offers a rich and eclectic program that appeals to all audiences:

Gastronomy and Delights

  • Contest for the biggest madeleine eater: the unmissable moment of the festival, which tests the most greedy in a good-natured atmosphere.
  • On-site catering: food stalls offering local specialties and grilled dishes.
  • Madeleine tasting: the opportunity to savor the authentic Liverdun madeleine.

Entertainment and Shows

  • Giant Flea Market: several hundred exhibitors take over the streets of Liverdun for one of the largest flea markets in the region.
  • Election of Miss Liverdun: a festive and friendly moment that honors the young women of the commune.
  • Water activities: rowing and activities on the Moselle.
  • Children's entertainment: trampolines, ponies, mini-quads, carousels, climbing, and inflatable structures.

A Solidarity Commitment

The Festival of Water, Fire and Madeleine is organized by the Association des Commerçants de Liverdun (ACL). Beyond animating local life, the event has a solidarity purpose: the profits from the festival are donated to hospitalized children at CHU Nancy Brabois. This charitable dimension adds a beautiful human touch to this day of festivities.

Water, Fire, and Madeleine

The name of the festival refers to the three elements that compose it: the water of the Moselle with water activities, the fire of fireworks and shows, and the madeleine, the gourmet symbol of Liverdun. This original combination creates a unique festival that combines culinary heritage, water leisure, and popular entertainment.

Madeleine Festival — edition 2026

Festival of Water, Fire and Madeleine in Liverdun. Festive and solidarity day on the banks of the Moselle with flea market, contests, entertainment, and catering.

2026 Edition

The Festival of Water, Fire and Madeleine returns in 2026 to Liverdun for a new day of festivities on the banks of the Moselle. The detailed program will be announced in Spring 2026.

Highlights Madeleine Festival 2026

  • Giant flea market
  • Contest for the biggest madeleine eater
  • Entertainment for the whole family
  • Profits for hospitalized children

Prices Madeleine Festival 2026

Free admission

Practical information — Madeleine Festival

Practical Information

Location

Banks of the Moselle and town center of Liverdun, 54460, Meurthe-et-Moselle.

Date

A summer Sunday (usually in July).

Access

  • By car: A31, Liverdun exit (20 km north of Nancy). Parking available.
  • By train: Liverdun station (TER Nancy-Metz).

Prices

Free admission to the festival. Food and activities on site.

Contact

  • Association des Commerçants de Liverdun (ACL)
  • Town of Liverdun: liverdun.fr

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Where does it take place — Madeleine Festival

Bords de Moselle et centre-ville de Liverdun

Bords de Moselle, 54460 Liverdun

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Madeleine Festival in brief

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History of Madeleine Festival