Artistic and solidarity festival in Avioth
The Fête de Partage d'Avioth is an artistic and solidarity festival organized each summer by the Centre de Partage d'Avioth, at the foot of the Notre-Dame d'Avioth basilica. Preceded by a four-day artists' residency bringing together about fifteen creators, the festival offers two days of multidisciplinary performances mixing visual arts, music, literature, theater, and multimedia. Under the motto "Less goods, more connections", this friendly event invites sharing and meeting around artistic creation.
The Fête de Partage d'Avioth is a unique artistic event, rooted in the values of solidarity, meeting, and shared creation. Organized by the Centre de Partage d'Avioth, this festival takes place every summer in the exceptional setting of this Meuse village, famous for its Notre-Dame Basilica, a jewel of Gothic architecture classified as a historic monument.
The festival is preceded by a four-day artists' residency that brings together about fifteen creators from diverse backgrounds. During this residency, artists work together, exchange ideas, and co-create original performances that will be presented to the public during the festival. This collaborative approach is at the heart of the festival's identity: creation arises from the meeting and sharing between artists.
The festival weekend offers a rich and varied program. The performances resulting from the residency are presented across multiple disciplines: visual arts, music, literature, theater, and multimedia. On Saturday, the program alternates artistic performances in the morning and afternoon, a philosophical discussion at the end of the day, shared meals, and an improvised jam session with dance in the evening. Sunday continues this dynamic of sharing and creation.
The festival's motto summarizes its spirit: it is above all about creating human connection through art and conviviality. Meals are shared (pizzas, salads), breakfast opens the days, and every moment is designed as an opportunity for artists and the public to meet. This philosophy makes the Fête de Partage a warm and authentic event, far from conventional cultural circuits.
The village of Avioth, nestled in the hills of northern Meuse, offers a picturesque and inspiring setting for this festival. The Gothic basilica, the "Recevresse" (unique in France), and the surrounding rural heritage form a natural backdrop that enriches the artistic experience offered by the Fête de Partage.
The Fête de Partage returns to Avioth for a new edition combining artists' residency and multidisciplinary performances around the values of sharing and collaborative creation.
By car: Avioth is located north of the Meuse, about 15 km from Montmédy and 60 km from Verdun. From Verdun, take the D964 north then the D643 towards Montmédy, and finally the D110 towards Avioth. From Metz, allow about 1h30 via the A4 then the D643. From Belgium (Virton), allow about 20 minutes via the N88 and the D110. Free parking in the village, near the basilica.
By train: The nearest stations are Longuyon (Meurthe-et-Moselle, about 25 km away) served by TER Grand Est, and Montmédy (about 15 km away). Avioth is then accessible by car or taxi.
Location: Centre de Partage d'Avioth, at the foot of the Notre-Dame Basilica (55600 Avioth).
Duration: 2 days (Saturday and Sunday, mid-August). The artists' residency takes place the preceding 4 days.
Food: Shared and convivial meals on site: breakfast from 8 am to 9:30 am, lunch (pizzas and salads) and dinner under the awning. Free contribution to meal costs.
Atmosphere: The spirit of the Fête de Partage is resolutely friendly and participatory. Visitors are invited to take part in discussions, exchanges, and moments of collective creation.
Bring comfortable clothing suitable for the weather. Performances take place partly outdoors. Bringing a folding chair or cushion can be appreciated for outdoor shows. The village of Avioth is small and easily walkable.
Several gîtes and bed & breakfasts are available in the surroundings of Avioth and Montmédy. It is recommended to book in advance. The Centre de Partage can also offer solidarity accommodation solutions to festival participants.
Don't miss visiting the Notre-Dame d'Avioth Basilica, a masterpiece of Gothic art classified as a historic monument, and the "Recevresse", a unique small building in France intended to receive pilgrims' offerings.
Centre de Partage d'Avioth
Website: centredepartage.wixsite.com/avioth
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