Fête de Petitefontaine

Petitefontaine: the village and its summer festival

Nestled in the northeast of the Territoire de Belfort, 15 km from the prefecture, the village of Petitefontaine (90360) is one of the most authentic rural communes in the department. Surrounded by the communes of Leval, Lachapelle-sous-Rougemont, and Lauw, this village of 191 inhabitants is part of the Communauté de Communes des Vosges du Sud. The town hall is located at 6 rue des Marronniers, testifying to the green and calm setting that characterizes this village in Franche-Comté.

The village festival: an eagerly awaited event

Each summer, the commune of Petitefontaine gathers for its annual festival, a highlight of local life that mobilizes volunteers from the festival committee and communal associations. In the tradition of Franche-Comté village festivals, this event brings together several generations around convivial entertainment and a festive program accessible to all.

The Fête de Petitefontaine, like that of many villages in the Territoire de Belfort, is an opportunity for the community to come together, strengthen neighborhood ties, and celebrate the collective identity of the village. Volunteers invest themselves throughout the year to ensure this celebration is successful and memorable.

Entertainment and program

The program for the Fête de Petitefontaine generally includes:

• Family entertainment and games for children
• Petanque competitions between residents of neighboring villages
• Refreshment stand and associative catering with local specialties
• Country meal or village banquet
• Dancing evening hosted by a DJ or a musical group
• Fireworks at the end of the evening depending on the editions

A village at the gates of the Southern Vosges

Petitefontaine benefits from a remarkable natural setting, at the gates of the Southern Vosges. The village is located in a preserved rural area, with landscapes of meadows and forests that make up the charm of the northeast of the Territoire de Belfort. The summer festival is the ideal opportunity to discover this authentic village and its pleasant natural environment.

The Communauté de Communes des Vosges du Sud, of which Petitefontaine is a part, works for the development and animation of this rural territory, supporting local initiatives such as communal festivals and associative events that liven up the villages.

Community life and village solidarity

As in many rural communes in the Territoire de Belfort, community life plays a central role in Petitefontaine. The festival committee, sports and cultural associations, all contribute to the organization of the annual festival, which represents a moment of collective commitment and communal pride for everyone. The proceeds from the refreshment stand and catering help finance associative activities throughout the year.